Overall, Seattle’s arts scene mirrors its inhabitants. For every traditionalist, there’s a non-traditionalist; for every serious piece of art, there’s something to make you laugh. What inspires us? Some say it’s the coffee culture. Others say it’s the weather. It could just be that Seattle is the cultural center of the Northwest, and its citizens are happy to celebrate. Whatever it is, there’s no doubt that things are fun and a little quirky, too.
Seattle’s lively theatre scene is second to none. Catch a bold new premiere or an inventive interpretation of the classics at Seattle Repertory Theatre, ACT or Book-It. Be dazzled by a blockbuster Broadway show at the historic Paramount or 5th Avenue Theatre. Or dive in to Seattle’s longest running improv theatre at Unexpected Productions.
Pacific Northwest Ballet is widely recognized as one of the country’s premiere regional dance companies. Founded in 1972, it is now delighting audiences under the artistic leadership of Peter Boal, a well-regarded former dancer with a distinguished 22 year career with the New York City Ballet. The sheer brilliance of the choreographers and dancers will captivate you. Under the leadership of Artistic Director and Tony-nominated choreographer Donald Byrd, Spectrum Dance Theatre produces acclaimed and ambitious works in contemporary dance. If you want to put on your own dancing shoes, don’t miss the Century Ballroom. With its elegantly draped balconies and glossy wood floors, it sets the mood to swing or salsa, and for those of us with two left feet, lessons are usually offered before the dance. You can usually find top international and national companies performing at The Paramount Theatre, On the Boards or the Meany Center for the Performing Arts, or catch our up-and-coming artists at Cornish College of the Arts.
Upcoming Arts & Culture Events
Meet delightful seals and otters. Choose your view – you can watch animals swimming and diving underwater, on …
Details Event WebsiteJupiter takes the stage with Lychee, Ember Mist and Charles at The Funhouse.
Details Event WebsiteAnnie Eastwood shares the stage with Kimball and the Fugitives at Sea Monster Lounge.
Details Event WebsiteIn the seven years of Princess Guy’s reign as “Seattle’s Most Fabulous Vocal Quartet,” they have created and …
Details Event WebsiteAcross painting, sculpture, and performance, Raul de Nieves fuses aesthetic traditions of Mexican craft, queer club culture, and …
Details Event WebsiteThe Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is one of the destination events for the Pacific Northwest, held from April …
DetailsEstablished in 1990, the Fremont Market has evolved into a thriving, diverse European-style, canal-side open-air street market that …
Details Event WebsiteTranslator and poet Patty Crane visits the store to discuss her latest translation of Nobel Prize-winner Tomas Transtromer’s …
Details Event WebsiteMany people have called Washington home. Through this poetic exhibition, the Washington State History Museum helps us all …
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