Arts & Culture

Poetic

Three Poems by Cedar Sigo

The latest in Seattle Met's poetry series.

01/08/2025 By Cedar Sigo

Poetic

Three Poems by Seattle Writer Laura Da’

The latest in Seattle Met’s poetry series.

12/11/2024 By Lauren Da’

Based On a True Story

The Order Brings One of Our Region's Darkest Chapters to the Big Screen

The new movie starring Jude Law and Nicholas Hoult tells the story of real-life white supremacists in Washington.

12/04/2024 By Chase Hutchinson

It's Lit

Where to See Holiday Lights in Seattle

All the illumination to make the holidays brighter.

11/27/2024 By Seattle Met Staff

Reboot

Frasier Returns to Seattle

These days another type of Crane defines the city.

09/25/2024 By Adam Davidson

Saxual Healing

Kenny G Looks Back on His Seattle Roots in a New Memoir

How did this skinny local kid become the best-selling instrumental musician of all time?

09/23/2024 By Eric Olson

Under the Pyramid

Climate Pledge Arena Concert and Event Guide

The biggest artists, acts, and special events to grace the Seattle Center stage this year.

09/13/2024 By Seattle Met Staff

Requiem for a Rerun

Almost Live! Is Almost Back! at MOHAI

Almost an Exhibit honors the 40th anniversary of Seattle’s own late-night sketch comedy show.

09/11/2024 By Naomi Tomky

Obsession

Musician Tomo Nakayama Shares His Favorite Seattle Spots

The Tractor Tavern, Asian markets in White Center, and day trips to Bow-Edison.

09/10/2024 By Eric Nusbaum

Poetic

Raccoon Sonnets by Jane Wong

The latest entry in Seattle Met’s poetry series.

09/04/2024 By Jane Wong

Profile

Lily Gladstone’s Next Act

The Oscar-nominated star is making movies that reflect her Native heritage—and the Seattle film scene that nurtured her.

09/03/2024 By Chase Hutchinson

Say cheese

The New Museum of Illusions Pushes the Definition of "Museum"

Can you really compare these selfie stations to Seattle's best cultural institutions?

08/29/2024 By Allison Williams

Excerpt

Sir Mix-a-Lot Reflects on 1990s Seattle

"Fast-forward to 1993 and we’re all standing at the Grammys."

08/22/2024 By Eva Walker and Jake Uitti

Sound Salvation

KEXP Goes Live in the Bay Area

Is this what it feels like when your favorite indie band makes it big?

08/21/2024 By Sofia Schwarzwalder

Controversies

The Story Behind the Local Children’s Book That Was Banned—or Was It?

A local influencer went viral saying his children's book was banned. Some people aren't so sure.

08/01/2024 By Haley Shapley

Interview

Evie Stokes Is Ready to Go Live

The new host of KEXP’s Drive Time show built her musical taste in Seattle, with a little help from indie radio.

07/22/2024 By Allison Williams

Good Luck, Babes

Chappell Roan Is Coming to Capitol Hill Block Party. Is Seattle Ready?

Organizers booked a little-known pop act. They're getting a budding superstar.

07/16/2024 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Moral Panic at the Disco

Remembering Seattle's Teen Music Ban

A new podcast unearths the history of the infamous Teen Dance Ordinance.

07/15/2024 By Eric Olson

Poetic

Pianissimo by Lena Khalaf Tuffaha

The latest entry in Seattle Met’s poetry series.

06/17/2024 By Lena Khalaf Tuffaha

Jubilation

How to Celebrate Juneteenth in Seattle

It may be our newest federal holiday, but the traditions run deep.

06/14/2024 By Seattle Met Staff