Sebastian Junger
Sebastian Junger
When given the option, most people will go out of their way to avoid risking life and limb. However, the world is full of people who face untold dangers daily, […]
When given the option, most people will go out of their way to avoid risking life and limb. However, the world is full of people who face untold dangers daily, […]
Over the past decade, charitable crowdfunding has exploded in popularity across the globe. Sites such as GoFundMe, which now boasts a “global community of over 100 million” users, have transformed the ways we seek and offer help. When faced with crises—especially medical ones—Americans are turning to online platforms that promise to connect them to the […]
Bring a listening ear and a joyful spirit to the WITS (Writers in the Schools) Year-End Reading & Celebration! Every year, WITS culminates in a program-wide reading and celebration of […]
Bring a listening ear and a joyful spirit to the WITS (Writers in the Schools) Year-End Reading & Celebration! Every year, WITS culminates in a program-wide reading and celebration of […]
Headlines from around the world flash on our television screens and appear on our newsfeeds, but we don't always know what life is like for journalists who often risk their […]
Join Neighborhood House for the annual What Matters Most fundraising event on Friday, May 31, 2024 from 5:00PM to 7:30PM at Town Hall Seattle. What Matters Most is Neighborhood House's […]
Some Americans fear the Federal Constitution falls short in addressing democratic threats, yet it's long been revered for its ideals of liberty and equality. Join us at Town Hall Seattle for […]
What does it mean to bear witness to a city in flux, where the echoes of inequality, gentrification, and community resistance reverberate through its streets? Author and activist Reagan Jackson's collection […]
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Divertimento in D major, K. 136 Clarice Assad: Bohemian Queen: Concerto for Trumpet and Strings (SMCO co-commission) Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Souvenir de Florence Clarice Assad's shimmering new trumpet concerto is […]
Thalia Symphony presents a program of music "old and new." George Chadwick - Euterpe Ray Heraty - Remembering an Irish Mam, world premiere Bernhard Crusell - Sinfonia Concertante for Clarinet, […]
The Seattle art world has been compared to an ecosystem, where all the components – the galleries, the museums, the working artists, the collectors – contribute to the health of […]
From National Book Foundation’s “5 Under 35” honoree, Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah’s hotly anticipated debut novel Chain-Gang All-Stars has swept the bestseller charts. In this explosive novel, two top women gladiators fight for […]
It’s easy to think of humanity as the top of the food chain, and that most other things fall into their own little slot somewhere down the ladder. But the reality […]
Have you ever thought what #FakeNews might have looked like 200 years ago? While we may be experiencing a new era of disinformation, the tactics aren’t necessarily original. Drawing from their latest book, Stories Are Weapons, journalist and science fiction author Annalee Newitz traces back in history how disinformation, propaganda, and violent threats — all elements […]
Changing the Way We See Native America: A presentation by Matika Wilbur, will be jointly hosted by the Endowment for Equal Justice (aka EEJ) and Legal Foundation of Washington (aka LFW). This is a free event for the community that will center on Indigenous experiences and advocacy. The mission of LFW is equal civil justice […]
Celebrate the 10 year anniversary of Tomo Nakayama's album, Fog on the Lens! Tomo returns to the place where it all started for a very special concert at Town Hall Seattle. Tomo […]
Town Hall is proud to partner with The Bushwick Book Club Seattle presenting concerts of original music inspired by literature. Each event showcases a lineup of local, professional musicians and […]
Nepal Seattle Society, Aaha production is ecstatic to host the legendary Nepali rock ensemble, "1974 A.D.", as they embark on an illustrious 30 Year Anniversary Tour across the U.S. With the return of the band's original core members, this tour is set to be a momentous reunion and a remarkable journey down the three-decade-long memory […]
Town Hall’s beloved literary series, curated by Jane Kaplan, returns for another afternoon of readings brought to life by local actors. Join us for journeys to Florida and NYC, to […]
For Pride month, join celebrated historical fiction author Nicola Griffith for a conversation about queer representation in medieval history and fiction. The acclaimed author of Hild, Spear, and Menewood will explore how fiction can create […]
Town Hall’s new Replay Matinee series invites you to come together in our building to enjoy screenings of our greatest hits – during the day! This community program is free […]
Your gut microbiome consists of trillions of microbiota and is a critical health determinant, affecting your immune system, mood, energy level, and much more. As a scientific field, microbiome research is new to the scene, but the intricate relationship between our gut and our overall health is clear – and getting clearer. In April, Netflix […]
Join Block by Block for their first-ever public screening of a new documentary that explores the state of democracy through one town’s explosive political fight. Dysmocracy: The Fight Over Fluoride follows […]
SMO explores new and historical works of Music Theatre, presenting pieces that ask performers to move, speak, and break the fourth wall. C. Neil Parsons, a self-defined “hybrid artist” joins as […]
Join SGC for a concert featuring singers in kindergarten through high school, as we celebrate the conclusion of another year. Listen to some choral classics, fun folk tunes, and works […]
“If you make it trend, you make it true.” The cycling of new and buzz-worthy information we face on a daily basis is faster than ever before. As new trends […]
“Grief is the price we pay for love.” This talk is intended for any bereaved person seeking a deeper understanding of the unfamiliar terrain of the grief journey. Belyea explains […]
Classical guitar enthusiasts and music lovers are in for a treat as the internationally acclaimed guitarist Andrea González Caballero brings her Spanish repertoire to Seattle. After the sensational launch of […]
In his newest novel Horror Movie, acclaimed author Paul Tremblay embarks on a clever and chilling exploration of the “cursed film” genre. Tremblay crafts a story that lives in the constantly […]
Tickets to this event are Sold Out! Join host Rebecca Sheir and composer Eric Shimelonis, plus a talented cast of actors, as they bring two Circle Round stories to life […]
Tickets to this event are Sold Out! Join host Rebecca Sheir and composer Eric Shimelonis, plus a talented cast of actors, as they bring two Circle Round stories to life […]
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 Vivaldi and more at Town […]
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 Taylor Swift […]
How much of our own planet do we actually understand? One of humanity’s oldest beliefs is that our world is alive. Though once ridiculed by some scientists, the idea of Earth as a vast interconnected living system has gained acceptance in recent decades. In author Ferris Jabr's new book Becoming Earth: How Our Planet Came to Life, […]
Whether or not you lived in the area twenty-five years ago, you’ve likely heard of the 1999 World Trade Organization protests, where more than 50,000 people converged on downtown Seattle. Sharing […]
Join acclaimed transformational teacher Lee Harris at Town Hall Seattle on Saturday, June 29th for an unforgettable evening on his first tour of North America in over 4 years. At this workshop, Lee will […]