A 1940s Seattle streetcar stop. Image courtesy of The Seattle Municipal Archives.

Productions

Image courtesy of The Seattle Municipal Archives ID: 39626

The Sunny Hours in Concert Production

This production at The Gesa Power House Theatre, Walla Walla on April 25, 2026 will be performed by members of The Sunny Hours Premiere cast. Based in the Tri-Cities, WA, they are all very excited to take The Sunny Hours music to their neighbors in Walla Walla.

A happy college co-ed holding a graduation cap. A hiking stick and sundial are beside here.
A happy college co-ed holding a graduation cap. A hiking stick and sundial are beside here.

Tri-Cities, WA Premiere Production

The Premiere Production of The Sunny Hours Musical was in the Tri-Cities, WA in August 2024.

The story begins in 1940's Seattle where we find Young Catherine pursuing her dreams. Her story continues to unfold, and we ultimately meet mature Catherine sharing her memories with her adult daughter Ella.

Couples waltz to 'The Blue and Green Waltz' in the opening scene.

Character Young Catherine on a streetcar accompanied by younger siblings.
Character Young Catherine on a streetcar accompanied by younger siblings.

Young Catherine and her younger siblings on a fun outing.

Three priest characters with hands in prayer.
Three priest characters with hands in prayer.

College friends report 'Darn it No Dirt' found on Catherine's love interest.

A group of young adults in a staged hiking scene. Vivid sunsets are on screens behind them.
A group of young adults in a staged hiking scene. Vivid sunsets are on screens behind them.
Two women sitting in front of projected images of the attach on Pearl Harbor.
Two women sitting in front of projected images of the attach on Pearl Harbor.

Jesuit Fathers of Seattle College extolling the benefits of their school.

Catherine's friends are joyous about their upcoming day off to hike.

Mature Catherine relates her memories to adult daughter Ella.

The hiking group enjoying the stunning scenery and sunset.

Daughter Ella and Catherine, soon to be 100, share tender memories.

An adult daughter caressing her mature mother's cheek as they sit chatting at a dining table.
An adult daughter caressing her mature mother's cheek as they sit chatting at a dining table.