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A Fiendish Conversation with Robert Schenkkan

The Tony and Pulitzer-winning playwright discusses Seattle Rep's productions of 'All the Way' and 'The Great Society.'

12/04/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

Fiendish Conversation

The Stories Behind Maurice Sendak's 'Nutcracker' Designs

The longtime PNB costumer Mark Zappone shares stories of Maurice Sendak and the man's iconic 'Nutcracker' designs.

12/03/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with Andrew Joslyn

The Passenger String Quartet leader discusses the ensemble's new album with David Bazan and touring with Macklemore.

11/20/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with Tacoma Art Museum's Laura Fry

The Curator of Western American Art discusses the impact of TAM's new Haub Family Galleries expansion.

11/11/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with Seattle International Comedy Competition's Ron Reid

As SICC enters it's 35th year, the event's producer discusses selections, past winner Mitch Hedberg, and more.

11/05/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with Minus the Bear's Jake Snider

The Seattle rock vets revitalize their forgotten b-sides with 'Lost Loves.'

10/29/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with Amy O'Neal

The choreographer takes a break from dancing to push against breakdancing's masculine norms with 'Opposing Forces.'

10/21/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with Jody Kuehner (Cherdonna Shinatra)

The wild drag dancer readies her first evening-length show for Velocity Dance Center.

10/13/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with S's Jenn Ghetto

The emotionally raw singer brings in a band (and Chris Walla) for her Hardly Art debut 'Cool Choices.'

09/23/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with Garth Stein

The author of 'The Art of Racing in the Rain' returns with 'A Sudden Light.'

09/17/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with Northwest Film Forum's Courtney Sheehan

The program director at NWFF talks about Local Sightings Film Festival 2014 and nurturing the city's film community

09/09/2014 Photography by Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with Deep Sea Diver's Jessica Dobson

Deep Sea Diver returns with a new EP, sold out release shows, and plans for a new full-length album

09/04/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with the Lonely Forest's John Van Deusen

The Anacortes indie rock band prepares to play its final show at Bumbershoot

08/27/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with Timothy McCuen Piggee

The actor takes the stage in Intiman Theatre Festival's epic 'Angels in America' production

08/12/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with Shabazz Palaces' Ishmael Butler

The experimental Sub Pop hip-hop duo returns with 'Lese Majesty'

07/29/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with Odesza's Harrison Mills

We chat with half of the chillwave duo about Seattle's electronic music scene and playing Capitol Hill Block Party

07/24/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with Owuor Arunga

The trumpeter for Macklemore and Ryan Lewis talks about bridging musical generations with a Timeless performance, visualization, and space travel

07/16/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with Seattle Rep's Benjamin Moore

The theater's managing director reflects on his 28-year career with the organization before he bids the stage adieu.

06/24/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with Hollis Wong-Wear

The Flavr Blue singer talks about staying hyper busy, performing with Macklemore, playing Fremont Fair's new concert series.

06/17/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

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A Fiendish Conversation with Megan Griffiths

The director discusses bringing Seattle—and its music scene—to life in 'Lucky Them.'

06/12/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld