Arts & Culture

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Weekend What to Do February 14–16

Seattle’s premier improv festival supplies the laughs, while Bushwick Book Club turns Shakespeare into song.

02/14/2020 By Ryan Phelan

Selfie & Other

I Visited the Seattle Selfie Museum, Then an Actual Museum

On the same day, two diametrically opposed "exhibitions" opened in Seattle.

02/12/2020 By Stefan Milne

Culture Fix

Celebrate Black Arts at These 6 Shows

From a symphonic tribute to Quincy Jones to the return of Black Bois.

02/11/2020 By Stefan Milne

Culture Fix

What to Do After Work February 10–13

A jazz-pop mashup, the battle against hospital segregation, and a horse that inspired a memoir.

02/10/2020 By Nicole Pasia

Arts Notice

Two New Exhibitions Explore How We See Asia

The Asian Art Museum’s reopening and The American War at Arts at King Street Station give us radically different glimpses into the past and present.

02/07/2020 By Stefan Milne

Culture Fix

Weekend What to Do February 7–9

Jack’s BBQ celebrates a year in SLU, Pike pairs sweets and brews, and a Tony nominee opens at Seattle Rep.

02/07/2020 By Ryan Phelan

Stages of Love

6 Seattle Shows for a Valentine’s Outing

Fulfill your heart’s desires with bombshell burlesque, a glam '80s dance party, and cathartic break-up covers.

02/06/2020 By Ryan Phelan

Curtain Call

Teatro Zinzanni to Close Through the Summer

The show goes on until February 16. After that, it takes a hiatus for construction of a new headquarters.

02/05/2020 By Marisa Comeau-Kerege

PALENTINE'S DAY

Valentine's Day Plans for the Slightly Romance-Averse Seattleite

The idea of a candlelit dinner doesn't make you gag, necessarily... But these plans look way more fun.

02/05/2020 By Nicole Martinson

The Sun's Zoomin' In

This Year, KEXP’s International Clash Day Is for the Climate

The station's yearly radio ode to the band and its activism has a single theme for the first time.

02/05/2020 By Stefan Milne

Arts Notice

Burien's Latinx Museum Focuses on Migrant Experiences

My visit to the Sea Mar Museum of Chicano/a/Latino/a Culture was strikingly moving.

02/04/2020 By Charlie Lahud-Zahner

Culture Fix

What to Do After Work February 3–6

R&B tunes address mental health, a silent film bumps a Renaissance soundtrack, and SAM hosts a village celebration.

02/03/2020 By Nicole Pasia

Monthly Planner

The Top Things to Do in Seattle This February

The Asian Art Museum returns, a jazz legend gets operatic, and Tim and Eric demand your attendance.

01/31/2020 By Stefan Milne

Culture Fix

Weekend What to Do January 31–February 2

Scarecrow previews the Academy Awards, Charlie Parker takes over the Laser Dome, and the Burke catalogues its own construction.

01/31/2020 By Ryan Phelan

The Sporting Life

Your Seattle Super Bowl Rooting Guide

With the Seahawks sitting at home, here are a few players to cheer on this Sunday.

01/30/2020 By Ryan Phelan

Ticket Alert

Sarah Galvin Is Hosting a Cabaret at Re-Bar

And she's enlisted a rad and eclectic group of performers.

01/28/2020 By Stefan Milne

Lauded Locals

Brandi Carlile Scored Again at the Grammys

This time as Tanya Tucker's songwriter. Chris Cornell also took home an award.

01/27/2020 By Stefan Milne

Culture Fix

What to Do After Work January 27–30

A musical therapy session, a sci-fi nerd's literary dream, and Seattle's year in photos.

01/27/2020 By Nicole Pasia

Colorful Symphony

Seattle’s Rainbow City Performing Arts Blends Artistry and Inclusivity

“Welcome and good evening, beautiful artists,” is the anthem of Seattle's LGBTQ-centered music ensembles.

01/24/2020 By Nicole Pasia

Culture Fix

Weekend What to Do January 24–26

The Lunar New Year rings in at the Wing, Seattle Symphony goes baroque, and beer gets Belgian at Seattle Center.

01/24/2020 By Ryan Phelan