Arts & Life Friends, family, and legacy. 'The Book of Will' teaches Seattle the meaning of life In the wake of William Shakespeare’s death, two actors embark on an improbable journey to publish his complete works and ensure the playwright’s legacy lives on. Laughter ensues. Mike Davis
Arts & Life Looking for ways to celebrate MLK Day? Here are 7 Seattle area options Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday is a Federal Holiday in the United States, observed on the third Monday of January. This year, the national holiday falls on King’s actual birthday, January 15th. Mike Davis
Arts & Life How Bellevue became home to Ukraine's ballet diaspora This Holiday season, the Grand Kyiv Ballet, will perform “Snow White” at the Paramount theater in Seattle. But the Ukraine-based ballet company’s connection to the Pacific Northwest goes much deeper than this production. Mike Davis Play AudioListen 6 mins
Arts & Life 'Beat it' to the Paramount for MJ the Musical. It's Dangerously good! “MJ the Musical” is the latest biographical Broadway touring play highlighting the lives and careers of culture shifting musicians to reach Seattle. And similar to the shows featuring the Temptations and Tina Turner, this production about the King of Pop had many moments when audience members left their seats to sing and dance to popular tunes. Mike Davis
Arts & Life Doors Open Levy will support arts organizations throughout King County Cultural organizations in King County will receive a much needed post-pandemic boost. King Council has approved the Doors Open Levy, which will provide nearly $800 million in financial support for institutions focused on arts, science, and cultural heritage. Mike Davis
Arts & Life Top 3 Seattle holiday shows for kids, adults, and families in 2023 Whether you’re into theater, ballet, burlesque, or just looking for an enjoyable holiday-themed experience, there is a show in the Seattle area for you. Mike Davis
Arts & Life New name, same chocolate popcorn: Seattle's Cinerama reopens as SIFF Cinema Downtown in December After a four year hiatus, and an acquisition by the Seattle International Film Festival, Seattle’s beloved Cinerama movie theater, home of the chocolate popcorn, huge screens, and fancy seats, is scheduled to reopen. Mike Davis
Arts & Life 'An unforgettable evening.' Teatro ZinZanni celebrates 25 years in Seattle with a nod to its past Teatro ZinZanni, a landmark local cabaret and comedy show, known for their famous circus tent, is set to return for their second run of post-pandemic performances. And this time, in celebration of their 25th anniversary, they are bringing back a crucial element of what made them local favorites more than two decades ago. Mike Davis Play AudioListen 9 mins
Arts & Life 'Last Drive to Dodge' gallops into Seattle with tale of Black cowboys in the Old West “Last Drive to Dodge” is an ambitious play penned by an up-and-coming playwright who is embarking on a nine-play cycle that bookends the legendary cycle of August Wilson. This grandiose idea made it hard to view this production without judging it in the context of standing next to the work of perhaps the greatest Black playwright in the history of our country. Even so, I left the theater impressed by the work of Andrew Lee Creech, and convinced he is a playwright with a big future. Mike Davis
Arts & Life For these young ballerinas, getting 'en pointe' is the ultimate milestone A look behind the curtain at the first in-person pointe shoe fitting for the Pacific Northwest Ballet School since 2019. Diana Opong Play AudioListen 5 mins
