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Join Stand for Children Washington for an evening of unflinching truth, testimony, and action on the systems that shape youth justice. Featuring perspectives from young people and a panel led by journalist Claudia Rowe, the event draws from her new book Wards of the State: The Long Shadow of American Foster Care.

Get your tickets now to discover the music of Swan Lake at Town Hall Seattle under the gentle glow of candlelight. Tentative Program Scene Odette’s Variation (Swan Lake, Op. 20 […]

Get your tickets now to discover the music of Swan Lake at Town Hall Seattle under the gentle glow of candlelight. Tentative Program Scene Odette’s Variation (Swan Lake, Op. 20 […]

10 SPEAKERS, 10 MINUTES, 10 SLIDES The Green Building Slam. A simple idea, started years ago, has transformed into one of the most fun and inspirational green building events of […]

With works inspired by nature and art, this program feeds the heart, ear, and mind. Join The Sound Ensemble in the historic Wyncote NW Forum at Town Hall Seattle for […]

On October 7th and 8th Inspire Washington will host the Cultural Candidate Forums to provide general election contenders in the Seattle and King County races the opportunity to outline their […]

On October 7th and 8th Inspire Washington will host the Cultural Candidate Forums to provide general election contenders in the Seattle and King County races the opportunity to outline their plans for restoring, supporting, and expanding the region’s cultural arts, heritage, and natural science fields. Participating candidates will be determined by the results of the […]

In this deeply personal talk, Dr. Uché Blackstock explores the legacies that have shaped her journey—both personal and institutional. She reflects on following in her mother’s footsteps to medical school, a path that made Dr. Blackstock and her twin sister the first Black mother-daughter legacy at the institution. She also confronts a broader, systemic legacy—the entrenched […]

Ignite Seattle is the largest open submission public speaking event in the Pacific Northwest. Three to four times a year, one of the greatest audiences in the world gathers to hear interesting people tell interesting stories. Each speaker gets 20 slides, for 15 seconds each, to share a passion for 5 minutes – it’s an […]

Join Earshot Jazz for a special reception of food, drink, and incredible music in support of their future in Seattle. This benefit will also include the inaugural presentation of the John Gilbreath Service Excellence Award!

Christian McBride and Brad Mehldau—two titans of modern jazz, unparalleled performers on bass and piano, unite for a rare duo performance. Christian McBride says, “Brad is justifiably revered as one of the greatest pianists of all time. I’m very proud to have been friends and cohorts with him for almost 35 years. He was one of the […]

There’s an existential conversation happening behind closed doors at human services nonprofits and agencies across the country: Will the federal government continue to be a reliable partner in meeting the needs of our most vulnerable neighbors? What will happen to the communities we serve if the government turns its back on them? Does our commitment […]

Join Seattle Cultural Accessibility Consortium at the 3rd annual Deep Dive Day conference to power up your accessibility skills! Due to overwhelming response from the community, they've expanded to a new, larger venue and extended the program to a full day of learning and connection. This active learning opportunity on Thursday, October 16, from 9:00 am-4:00 pm […]

Four powerhouse trumpeters, each seasoned in varied nationally high-profile combos, ignite the stage with this year’s resident artist Thomas Marriott in a blazing celebration of the horn’s voice in jazz. Ingrid Jensen is a longtime member of the Grammy-winning Maria Schneider Orchestra, known for her innovative solo work and role as Director of Jazz Arts at Manhattan School of […]

This year’s commissioned artist, Roman Goron, the Seattle-based French-Filipino-American pianist, debuts an original three movement suite reflecting on nature’s cycles of blossoming & decay, to tell the story of our shared human experience. The music is jazz-centric, with orchestral, experimental and electronic influences. A product of the jazz programs at Bellevue High and Bellevue College, and […]

From our Rental Partner – Area23a and Gabe Polsky Productions: "Patrick is Probably The Most Extraordinary Person I've Met." — Jane Goodall Join acclaimed filmmaker Gabe Polsky and spiritual journeyman Patrick McCollum for an unforgettable evening at Town Hall. This isn't just a film screening—it's a live experience featuring music, storytelling, and conversation with the […]

In her first nonfiction book in a decade, #1 bestselling writer Elizabeth Gilbert who taught millions of readers to live authentically (Eat Pray Love) and creatively (Big Magic) shows how to break free, joining Community Curated Series director Colleen Echohawk in conversation. All the Way to the River is a landmark memoir that will resonate with anyone […]

Is artificial intelligence on the brink of world domination? Have tech giants created autonomous thinking machines? Will AI render authors, artists, and other creatives obsolete? Are we entering an era where computers surpass humans in every way? According to linguist Emily M. Bender and sociologist Alex Hanna, the answers to these questions are clear: no, they wish, LOL, and definitely […]

Research shows that access to nature is essential for our mental health and physical well-being. But just over a decade ago, that idea was far from common knowledge. Join the University of Washington for the 2025 Doug Walker Lecture, where environmental philanthropic leader Marc Berejka will share reflections on how the global movement for nature […]

“Not since Alfred Cortot and, more recently, Francesca Libetta have I heard Saint-Saëns served up with such boundless imagination and character, not to mention transcendental virtuosity.” Jed Distler, Gramophone At the Cliburn — a competition filled with brilliance — Magdalene Ho’s performance stood out. Not because it won, but because it moved people. Sometimes, the […]

Thomas Marriott, the ace trumpeter who last year became the youngest inductee into the Seattle Jazz Hall of Fame, assembles the next generation of players — rising stars he has mentored as the convener of the Seattle Jazz Fellowship. This year’s under-21 talents include pianist Maddie Johnston, bassist Theodore McGaughey, and drummer Aviv Cisneros. The […]

The arts offer a protected and empowered public space for civic imagination, collective courage, exhilaration, and moral renewal. Their insight, compassion, and creativity provide vital tools for addressing the complexities of divided times. In institutions as varied as hospitals, prisons, schools, courts, businesses, international diplomacy—and within the fabric of our own families—the arts bring shared ideals […]

Arooj Aftab, the Brooklyn-based vocalist fuses traditional Pakistani music, Sufi poetry, ambient soundscapes, and jazz elements into transcendent “songs of elegiac beauty” (The Observer). The multi-hyphenate creative is said to move in sound against the weight of time and convention, honoring multiple traditions while being owned by none. Prepare to be enchanted by her profound […]

Program* Joseph Pollard White, Music Director, Samuel Barber - Overture to School for Scandal Maurice Ravel - Menuet Antique Toru Takemitsu - To the Edge of Dream | Naeim Rahmani, guitar Antonin Dvoak - Symphony No. 8 Thalia Symphony's 2025-26 Season takes as its springboard the words of Emma Lazarus on the pedestal of the […]

Kris Davis, the acclaimed Grammy award-winning pianist and composer, leads a fearless trio — Robert Hurst (bass), Johnathan Blake (drums) — through angular, winding byways of enthralling jazz exploration. Davis has released 25 recordings as a leader or co-leader and collaborated with artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington, Dave Holland, John Zorn, Craig Taborn, Ingrid Laubrock, Tyshawn Sorey and […]

Gregory Awards Turn 25 One Stage: Many Stars This year marks a special milestone — the 25th Gregory Awards, and Theatre Puget Sound is celebrating the incredible Seattle performing arts community that makes it all possible. ✨ Whether you’ve been on stage, behind the scenes, or cheering from the seats — this is a moment […]