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On the schedule
Inside the performance
Onstage company
Documented collaborators
Chris Staudinger is a pivotal voice behind Tacoma’s Pretty Gritty Tours, co-founding the unique exploration experience in 2016 with Tawny Clark. The duo brings history, coffee lore, local legends, and ghost stories to life through immersive walking tours and live-content events. Chris’s work extends into authorship and live storytelling, making him a recognizable figure for locals and visitors seeking a taste of Tacoma’s quirky, mysterious side.
Onstage company
Documented collaborators
As a performer associated with the Pretty Gritty umbrella, Chris helps curate and perform in experiences that blend history, culture, and storytelling. His journey reflects a commitment to accessible, engaging, and genuinely local entertainment—conversations, tours, and performances that feel like you’ve got a friend in the business.
Onstage company
Documented collaborators
Beyond live events, Chris is known for his contribution to literature with Secret Tacoma: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure (Reedy Press, 2025), a resource that complements the tour experiences and campus-focused mysteries referenced in PLU coverage. This page highlights his biography, discography highlights, and upcoming tour information so fans can secure seats and follow his creative path.
The live experience
What reaches the room
Upcoming tour and event highlights under the Pretty Gritty umbrella include Tacoma-focused theater experiences at Edison Square in Tacoma, such as Tales of Tacoma Love & Heartbreak (Apr 24, 2025), Tacoma Aroma (Jul 24, 2025), Tacoma Ghost Stories + Book Release (Oct 23, 2025), and Yule Like Tacoma (Dec 11, 2025). There are additional campus engagements like Mysteries and Legends on PLU’s campus (Oct 4, 2025). While public-facing music releases are not listed, Chris’s performance work centers on storytelling, guided experiences, and literature-based events. Follow official channels for the latest schedules and ticket availability.
The live experience
What reaches the room
Social channels coordinating these experiences include the Pretty Gritty Tours official pages on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, and the primary Pretty Gritty Tours website. For up-to-date information and direct links, explore these platforms and secure your seats when events go live. We’ve got you covered for a straightforward, no-fuss ticket experience.
The live experience
What reaches the room
Social links:
Facebook
Instagram
TikTok
Official site: Pretty Gritty Tours
The essentials
Upcoming tour and event highlights under the Pretty Gritty umbrella include Tacoma-focused theater experiences at Edison Square in Tacoma, such as Tales of Tacoma Love & Heartbreak (Apr 24, 2025), Tacoma Aroma (Jul 24, 2025), Tacoma Ghost Stories + Book Release (Oct 23, 2025), and Yule Like Tacoma (Dec 11, 2025). There are additional campus engagements like Mysteries and Legends on PLU’s campus (Oct 4, 2025). While public-facing music releases are not listed, Chris’s performance work centers on storytelling, guided experiences, and literature-based events. Follow official channels for the latest schedules and ticket availability.
Social channels coordinating these experiences include the Pretty Gritty Tours official pages on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, and the primary Pretty Gritty Tours website. For up-to-date information and direct links, explore these platforms and secure your seats when events go live. We’ve got you covered for a straightforward, no-fuss ticket experience.
Social links:
Facebook
Instagram
TikTok
Official site: Pretty Gritty Tours
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