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
Every Friday and Saturday night get ready for an unforgettable night of laughter and spontaneity at this electrifying …
Event WebsiteWinter is here. This selection of paintings from the Haub Family Collection celebrates the winter season with a …
Event WebsiteAsian Comics: Evolution of an Art Form celebrates the diversity and creativity of Asian comic art and its …
Event WebsiteExplore exhibits to get close to more than 900 animals and 250 species including some of the world’s …
Event WebsiteAdapted from Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, The 7 Fingers bring their signature combination of incredible physical feats, theatricality, …
Event WebsiteOpen since 2000, Ballard Farmers Market is Seattle’s first year-round neighborhood farmers market selling produce exclusively from Washington …
Event WebsiteTrue Northwest traverses through the real Seattle journey, from an age when Native American cultures first came into …
Event WebsiteWayne Hancock takes the stage with IV and the Strange Band and Redneck Girlfriend at Slim’s Last Chance.
Event WebsiteIn Furunes’s first solo exhibition in a US museum since 2010, she will present paintings inspired by the …
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