Penguins of Antarctica @ Benaroya Hall

📆 Sunday, October 20th – Tuesday, October 22nd  
🎟 Tickets start at $32
📍 Benaroya Hall: 200 University St, Seattle

With their tuxedo-like coats, charming personalities, and goofy waddle, it’s no surprise why penguins remain a crowd favorite. The way they brave some of the world’s harshest conditions by relying on one another is especially captivating to us as fellow social animals. Beneath their cute exteriors, though, lies a tough and tenacious nature. Fun fact: male emperor penguins go up to four months without eating during breeding, losing 50% of their body mass. Wild.

If your curiosity is sparked, waddle down to Benaroya Hall and join quantitative ecologist Dr. Heather Lynch on a deep dive into the lives of these fascinating creatures. From icy swims to complex social dynamics, you’ll discover the hidden wonders of penguin life in one of the most extreme places on Earth.

The show takes place from October 20th – 22nd and ​​is a part of The National Geographic Live Seattle Speaker Series presented by the Seattle Symphony. These talks provide behind-the-scenes stories from National Geographic experts themselves, so both casual and avid nature documentary watchers have something to look forward to.

With more than a decade of field experience in Antarctica, Dr. Lynch’s perspective with the backdrop of stunning National Geographic videography is sure to transport you straight to the drama of the icy south pole.

With its pristine acoustics and luxurious design, Benaroya Hall is home to the Seattle Symphony, located in downtown Seattle.

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