Culture Black Arts Legacies: Benjamin Hunter reimagines folk The musician, composer and community-builder creates genre-blending sounds and inclusive spaces. by Jas Keimig / May 23, 2023
News Charity or business? Some consumers still confused by Value Village The Bellevue-based for-profit thrift store chain won a lawsuit over its marketing approach, but nonprofit competitors aren't happy. by Francesca Lyman / May 10, 2023
Culture Black Arts Legacies: Amanda Morgan choreographs community The Pacific Northwest Ballet soloist and Seattle Project founder takes dance beyond disciplines. by Jas Keimig / May 2, 2023
Culture Black Arts Legacies: Poet Quenton Baker evokes beauty and terror Baker’s work — including their latest collection, ‘ballast’ — orbits the ‘afterlife of slavery,’ provoking wonder and a bit of a shiver. by Jas Keimig / April 25, 2023
Culture Seattle’s Dance Church is taking its movement gospel to the masses Could the local exercise craze be the next Zumba? With $4.7 million in venture capital, leaders must balance an artist-led mission with national expansion. by Marcie Sillman / March 15, 2023
News More women are casting their net into the salmon fishing industry They used to be considered bad luck onboard, but an increasing number of female crew members are stepping onto boats headed to Alaska. by Francesca Lyman / June 30, 2023
Culture Black Arts Legacies: Val Thomas-Matson is TV's inspiring auntie On her award-winning show Look, Listen & Learn, this television creator and host uplifts children of color. by Jas Keimig / June 23, 2023
Culture Black Arts Legacies: Julian Priester hears music everywhere The legendary jazz trombonist played with everyone from Sun Ra to Quincy Jones, and has shaped generations of local musicians. by Jas Keimig / June 20, 2023
Culture Black Arts Legacies: Reginald André Jackson stages Black stories With gravitas and grace, the celebrated Seattle actor/playwright is paying tribute to Black theater-makers of the past. by Jas Keimig / June 16, 2023
Culture A “Venn diagram” of genres keeps this Seattle dance fest afloat With an emphasis on local contemporary dance, organizers hope to attract new audiences amid a challenging arts climate. by Marcie Sillman / June 12, 2023