Culture Seattle to host its first literary festival in 18 years This weekend, Town Hall’s new celebration of writers aims to fortify the spirits of our City of Literature. by Paul Constant / September 14, 2022
Culture Pacific Northwest Ballet goes locals-only A new mixed bill features three world premiere dances by Seattle choreographers. by Sandra Kurtz / November 5, 2019
Opinion Saving Washington: The case for a wealth tax In 300 words, community leaders offer ideas to soften the economic blow caused by coronavirus. by Michael McGinn / April 6, 2020
Culture Seattle’s Short Run comics and arts festival is in it for the long run Forced to cancel the 10th annual edition of the beloved small press event, organizers have three books and a new space in the works. by Paul Constant / May 17, 2021
Culture A 2020 bright spot: this comic book about a Seattle goat boy The new graphic novel from Fantagraphics sets mad science and social commentary in a familiar landscape. by Paul Constant / August 5, 2020
Culture NW comic book chronicles Japanese Americans who fought internment Created by local writers and artists, ‘We Hereby Refuse’ illustrates untold true stories of heroism with vivid graphics. by Paul Constant / June 7, 2021
Opinion More than books: The case for passing Seattle's library levy The Seattle Public Library does far more than contribute to the intellectual life of our city. by Paul Constant / July 16, 2019
Culture $275K grant in hand, Seattle's genius choreographer reflects on 40 years of dance Donald Byrd is named a 2019 Doris Duke Artist. We sit down and talk about his artistic future. by Sandra Kurtz / July 9, 2019
Culture Best of 2018: Renovation unearths Seattle Prohibition-era jazz club art Murals that date back to Seattle's Prohibition Era jazz scene have been unearthed inside a stairwell at the old Louisa Hotel. by Karen Ducey / December 24, 2018
Culture They’ll make dance here: The Tacoma Urban Performing Arts Center opens its doors Dancers participate in a free West African dance class during the grand opening of the Tacoma Urban Performing Center (T.U.P.A.C.) on July 8, 2017 in Tacoma, WA. Kabby Mitchell, founder of T.U.P.A.C... by Karen Ducey / July 11, 2017