Culture 5 ways to keep the curtain from falling on Seattle’s theater scene With regional stages closing across the country, local leaders weigh in on post-pandemic challenges and offer strategies for survival. by Misha Berson / August 15, 2023
Culture 7 theater events to ensure a play-full Seattle summer From a Vietnamese American teenager to Henry VIII’s ex-wives, local stages are presenting an array of voices this season. by Misha Berson / June 7, 2023
Culture Seattle singers survive ‘Sweeney Todd’ through razor-sharp vocals Sondheim is known for packing lyrics into tricky tempos. Local leads at The 5th Avenue Theatre say the key is finding a moment to breathe. by Misha Berson / April 19, 2023
Culture Six spring theater shows in Seattle, from Hairspray to Wolf Play Adoption, integration and turmoil among a Shaker sect are some of the complicated topics taking center stage this season. by Misha Berson / March 23, 2023
Culture At Seattle Opera, ‘A Thousand Splendid Suns’ burns brightly Directed by Roya Sadat, the world premiere tells a story of women’s resilience, love and friendship amid dire social circumstances in Afghanistan. by Misha Berson / March 1, 2023
Culture Things to do in Seattle: Jan. 25-31 Up-and-coming Seattle bands, Temptations: the musical and the PNW's first-ever disability-focused comedy festival. by Margo Vansynghel & Gavin Borchert & Brangien Davis & Misha Berson / January 25, 2023
Culture Teatro ZinZanni searches for a new spot to pitch its 29-foot-tall tent The cabaret-dinner-cirque extravaganza is currently camping out in SODO — but still on the hunt for a permanent Seattle home. by Misha Berson / January 3, 2023
Growth Impact Report | 2022 brought new projects, podcasts and policies A look back at Crosscut's year of change and achievement. by Cascade PBS Newsroom Editors / December 22, 2022
Culture After 20 years, Braden Abraham takes his final bow at Seattle Rep The artistic director’s legacy closes with a twist on a holiday classic, the world premiere of ‘Mr. Dickens and His Carol.’ by Misha Berson / December 5, 2022
Culture James Baldwin’s ‘The Amen Corner’ gets its Seattle premiere The Williams Project showcases the celebrated author’s 1954 play on a local stage for the first time, with live gospel music and questions of compassion. by Misha Berson / November 3, 2022