Climate change is the defining global environmental justice, human rights and public health issue of the twenty-first century. The most vulnerable populations in the United States and around the world will suffer the earliest and most damaging setbacks because of where they live, their limited income and economic means, and their lack of access to […]
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Seattle. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Adele at Town Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Seattle. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Adele at Town Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.
"War and Peace" Paul Hindemith - Mathis der Maler Aaron Copland - An Outdoor Overture Joseph Haydn - Symphony No. 103 ("Drumroll") Featuring music from the 1930s and the 1790s, Thalia Symphony Orchestra's April concert asks the question: what is the role of the artist in times of political turmoil and social upheaval?
Immerse yourself in an enchanting musical experience as this concert unfolds, presenting a diverse musical tapestry. The performance commences with Reena Esmail's evocative Teen Murti, a fusion of Eastern and Western musical elements that delicately intertwine, resonating with emotional depth and cultural richness. Ruth Gipps' Wind Sinfonietta follows, a dynamic showcase of wind instruments that paints a vivid […]
Renegade ecological economist, Kate Raworth implores us to look at economic theory that is inclusive of 21st century realities. The author of the best-selling book Doughnut Economics: Seven Ways to Think like a 21st Century Economist will join remotely for a talk asking to consider putting these economic principles in place to better our communities, cities, businesses, and educators. Registration opens March 13, 2024.
Layering traditional Hindu kirtan with instantly accessible melodies and modern instrumentation, Krishna Das has been called yoga's "rock star." With a remarkably soulful voice that touches the deepest chord in even the most casual listener, Krishna Das — known to friends, family, and fans as simply KD — has taken call-and-response chanting out of yoga […]
Pallett Band is the alternative voice of Iran’s current generation; a mix of contemporary and classical Persian poetry; a dialog between today’s social issues and their cultural heritage. All of these elements combined, create the colorful world of Pallett. The band is comprised of three classically trained musicians who are not bound by the conventional principles […]
Reza Vali Folk Songs: Set No. 8 Folk Songs: Set No. 10 Shoorafkand, Calligraphy No. 20 Janna Baty, mezzo soprano Hamid Taghavi, santur Geoffrey Larson, conductor
In the early 1970s, scientist George Divoky discovered a small seabird colony on Cooper Island, off northern Alaska. He has studied it annually since then. Providing additional nest sites allowed the colony of Mandt’s Black Guillemots to expand rapidly to over 200 pairs in the late 1980s. The colony then began a long-term and ongoing […]
There is a well-known saying, “The only constant in life is change.” Yet, when it comes to higher education, particularly in some areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), it is hard to move beyond “the way we’ve always done it.” It seems oxymoronic – disciplines known and respected for creativity, innovation, and discovery are […]
Spanning thirty years, from Cambridge, Massachusetts, to Venice Beach, California, and lands in between and far beyond, Gabrielle Zevin’s Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow examines the multifarious nature of identity, disability, failure, the redemptive possibilities in play, and above all, our need to connect: to be loved and to love. Hailed as a “tour de force” by […]
Join YWCA Seattle | King | Snohomish and Town Hall Seattle for an afternoon discussion about the past, present, and future of social justice activism on a local, national and international scale. This virtual event is FREE but registration is required. Hear from keynote speaker Elmer Dixon (Activist and Co-Founder of the Seattle Chapter of […]
All humans intend to make choices and decisions that obey the virtues of accuracy and fairness. Psychological research from the last fifty years has challenged the possibility that we, in fact, do so. Specifically, we now know that our actions are often inconsistent with our values and obstruct the very goals we strive for in our […]
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Seattle. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Adele at Town Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Seattle. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Adele at Town Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Comedian and five-time GRAMMY and EMMY nominee, Margaret Cho will joins UW Lectures for a moderated discussion about her career highs and lows as well as share her thoughts about activism in the current political climate.
Join the Seattle Chamber of Commerce on May 2 for a live podcast with the hosts of Identity Unboxed, Tiana Cole and Brad Blackburn, for an engaging conversation with the Director of the Washington State Office of Equity, Megan Matthews. We'll dive into each of their personal stories and hear how mentorship and representation has […]