Culture Prestigious Newbery Award for children’s books goes to Issaquah author Sci-fi novel ‘The Last Cuentista’ warns of the dangers of erasing our past. by Margo Vansynghel / February 1, 2022
Culture Seattle arts events are back, but audiences are hesitant Attendance numbers across Seattle venues hover well below pre-pandemic levels, a Crosscut survey found. by Margo Vansynghel / September 12, 2022
Culture Four rising Seattle artists to watch Moses Sun, Angelique Poteat, Ana María Campoy and Luther Hughes will be making a splash in the city’s arts scene this fall. by Margo Vansynghel / September 8, 2022
Culture Must-see Seattle art shows and festivals this fall Save the dates for these September, October and November shows, from an Alanis Morrisette-inspired Broadway hit to a brand-new literary festival. by Brangien Davis & Margo Vansynghel / September 7, 2022
Culture Grant delays leave King County arts organizations in monthslong limbo Administrative lags keep more than 80 small organizations waiting on $2.2 million in federal funding from American Rescue Plan Act programs. by Margo Vansynghel / September 6, 2022 / Updated Sep. 8 at 12:20 p.m.
Culture Things to do in Seattle this September Jazz on Jackson Street, riot grrrl power at Marymoor Park, Indigenous futurism in movement, and more. by Margo Vansynghel / September 1, 2022
Inside Crosscut Reviving the ‘moribund corpse’ of Seattle’s creative sector Artists and readers share ideas, opportunities and solutions to revitalize arts in the city. by Margo Vansynghel / August 30, 2022
Culture Advocates push for Narcan to become a staple in Seattle’s music scene As the opioid crisis intensifies, nightlife venues, concert spaces and festivals are recognizing that being prepared could save lives. by Margo Vansynghel / August 24, 2022
Culture ArtSEA: Threads of technology stitch art across Seattle A digital loom, augmented reality festival and internet rabbit holes at the Seattle Art Museum. by Brangien Davis & Margo Vansynghel / August 11, 2022
Culture Report: Puget Sound’s arts and culture sector in danger of exodus A new survey found that a third of workers in the industry — especially younger workers — are considering leaving the sector. by Margo Vansynghel / August 8, 2022