Toubab Krewe hails from Asheville, North Carolina, yet the group has traveled far (Guinea, Ivory Coast, Mali) to truly find its sound. The quintet counts African greats like Ali Farka Toure, Orchestra Baobab and Salif Keita among its many influences. The musicians admit they cannot easily be fit under one genre; the group’s been described
In need of some sunny news? Even though we might feel dubious about it at present, boating season will return and, when it finally does arrive, we best be prepared. Lucky for us, the 66th Annual Seattle Boat Show, Indoors + Afloat opens this Friday the 25th at 11 a.m., giving plenty of reasons to daydream of carefree days gliding atop Seattle’s waterways.
Craving a little romance, some spectacular dancing, or a combo of the two? You’re in luck. The Pacific Northwest Ballet brings its contemporary interpretation of Shakespeare’s tragedy to McCaw Hall February 1 through 10. According to The Seattle Times: “It’s a remarkable work…like no ‘Romeo
There’s no question: Victoria does the holiday season right. Think twinkly lights, adorned trees and heaps of seasonal activities and special events. A festive buzz pervades the waterside city throughout the month, providing merriment for all. Sure, we like Vancouver Island
Fans adore cellist, singer-songwriter and composer Ben Sollee for his genre-bending, storytelling, Appalachia-loving ways. He’s shared the stage with, among other musical greats, Bela Fleck and My Morning Jacket, he’s a political activist, and he can often be
Happen to be free October 11 through 14? Feeling the need to get away, relax and tune into your inner artist? Great, then we’ve got an idea for you. Sail away to Doe Bay Resort on gorgeous Orcas Island for a long weekend with new friends at the Art Camp for Big Kids. Seattleite caught up with camp founder Lori Stone of The Joy Guild to get the scoop on the upcoming island retreat.
If you’re anything like me, you’re clinging bare-knuckled to these delicious, blue-skied days, racing down to the water’s edge at every chance. Though we’re optimistic the seasons aren’t ready to change quite yet, it seems prudent to soak up
Jose Antonio Tello (or Tonio), the founder of Immersus Tours, knows a thing or two about observing cultures with fresh eyes. In 1990, he moved from his native Peru to Miami and, in
We all have memories of a concert that forever raises the bar. For me: My first time seeing Langhorne Slim perform, back east in Arlington, Virginia. Raw emotion and palpable energy reverberated within the narrow, brick walls of
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