Gemma Wilson

Mid-century Modern Simplicity Meets Natural Beauty in Laurelhurst

Mid-century Modern Simplicity Meets Natural Beauty in Laurelhurst

This outdoor conversation pit infuses a classic design element with contemporary functionality

This article appears in print in the March 2020 issue. Click here to subscribe. Basking in the fresh air and light flooding the open-plan main floor of this Laurelhurst home, it’s easy to see why the current owner (who prefers to remain anonymous) bought this property on sight. In the summer of 2018, in his then-home, a…

Gemma Wilson

This Week in Shows: What to Watch When You Can’t Leave the House

This Week in Shows: What to Watch When You Can’t Leave the House

As we pivot to digital arts consumption, the ingenuity displayed by our local and national arts communities is staggering, but not surprising.

Music Director Thomas Dausgaard leading the Seattle Symphony in a performance of Carl Nielsen’s Symphony No. 1 on January 30, 2020 at Benaroya Hall.

Gemma Wilson

Spectrum Dance Theater Explores an Imagined Future

Spectrum Dance Theater Explores an Imagined Future

The Race and Climate Change Festival is "rooted in a belief that human beings will find a way to survive."

Spectrum’s upcoming festival includes a site-specific work at Madrona Beach, choreographed by Donald Byrd

Gemma Wilson

Don’t Miss the Smaller Productions from Big-Deal Local Arts Organizations

Don’t Miss the Smaller Productions from Big-Deal Local Arts Organizations

In addition to the front-page programming, many companies offer smaller-scale shows that are just as good as the mainstage fare

LE SIGH: La bohème lovers Mimi and Rodolfo come to a tearful end

Gemma Wilson

Ahamefule J. Oluo Brings his Melancholic Jazz-Comedy Memoir 'Susan' Back to Seattle

Ahamefule J. Oluo Brings his Melancholic Jazz-Comedy Memoir ‘Susan’ Back to Seattle

"When people are operating out of nothing but mutual respect, it creates a euphoric environment.”

This article appears in print in the March 2020 issue as part of the Spring Arts Preview feature. Click here to subscribe. Squinting into the stage lights at On the Boards last August, Ahamefule J. Oluo glanced quickly into the audience, then dropped his chin to his chest, hard, and laughed. “Mom, did you have to sit right…

Gemma Wilson

15 Best Things to Do in Seattle in March 2020

15 Best Things to Do in Seattle in March 2020

Our handpicked list of the best bets for entertainment this month

UGLY: An artistic response to “the dearth of nuanced black queer subjectivity in the mainstream”

Gemma Wilson

This Week in Seattle Shows: Raja Feather Kelly, Hollis Does Brunch, ‘Jitney,’ and More

This Week in Seattle Shows: Raja Feather Kelly, Hollis Does Brunch, ‘Jitney,’ and More

Four shows you shouldn’t miss (unless you prefer to stay home right now, which is also OK)

Raja Feather Kelly

Gemma Wilson

The Wintry Charms of Park City, Utah, Are Closer Than You Think

The Wintry Charms of Park City, Utah, Are Closer Than You Think

Ski season is in full swing this time of year, with slopes usually open until mid-April

SMALL-TOWN FEEL: Main Street’s Western-style facades are lovely, with or without snow

Gemma Wilson

This Converted Airstream Takes Karaoke on the Go

This Converted Airstream Takes Karaoke on the Go

Get ready to sing our heart out

SOUND UP: AirScream founders Kelli Bielema (left) and Vanessa Resler (right) warm up for the launch of their karaoke club on wheels

Gemma Wilson

This Week in Seattle Shows: Sara Porkalob’s Café Nordo Thriller, Solo Dance at On the Boards and More

This Week in Seattle Shows: Sara Porkalob’s Café Nordo Thriller, Solo Dance at On the Boards and More

I want to see satisfying comeuppance, dystopian satire and more dance than one heart can handle

Grupo Corpo

Gemma Wilson

The Many Sides of Susan Lieu, Actor, Activist and Game-Changing Producer

The Many Sides of Susan Lieu, Actor, Activist and Game-Changing Producer

The ambitious writer/performer's expanded solo show ‘Over 140 Pounds’ headlines ACT’s Solo Performance Festival

Lieu on stage in ‘140 Lbs’

Gemma Wilson

This Week in Seattle Shows: 'Fleabag,' ACT’s Solo Fest and More

This Week in Seattle Shows: ‘Fleabag,’ ACT’s Solo Fest and More

You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll feel less alone in your failure to adult

Phoebe Waller-Bridge in ‘Fleabag’

Gemma Wilson

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