Mike Davis
Reporter
Stories
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Seattle Opera brings the 'uncomfortable truth' of Malcolm X to the stage
"X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X," premiers on the West Coast at the Seattle Opera this month. Originally staged in 1985, the production was revitalized by a new production by the Metropolitan Opera in New York in 2023. Opening night is Saturday, Feb. 24.
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Too soon! Arts and culture reporter Mike Davis leaves KUOW for WBEZ in Chicago
Mike shares arts picks and reflections before his move east.
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New guidelines tied to Indigenous human remains leave museums racing against the clock
The Native American Grave Protection and Repatriation Act was created over 30 years ago to establish a framework for museums and other institutions to return certain objects to tribes, like human remains and funerary objects. But critics say museums have taken too long to return many of those items. Under new regulations that went into effect this month, institutions must prepare to repatriate all human remains and funerary artifacts within 5 years.
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Did your Seattle rent just go up, by a lot? The city's relocation assistance program might be able to help
Soundside producer Jason Burrows sits down with host Mike Davis to talk about Seattle's Economic Displacement Relocation Assistance program.
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Hear it Again: The hunt is on for 'Monkeyshines' in Tacoma
Every Lunar New Year, a group of volunteer artists sneak through Tacoma in the dead of night. They hide thousands of colorful glass “floats” — 5- to 10-inch orbs, with an insignia stamped on the top.
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Friends, family, and legacy. 'The Book of Will' teaches Seattle the meaning of life
In the wake of William Shakespeare’s death, two actors embark on an improbable journey to publish his complete works and ensure the playwright’s legacy lives on. Laughter ensues.
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Open doors to One More, Swan Lake, Art Walk, and more
Plan your weekend with a full list of local events
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Skate Like a Girl picks up the pieces after Seattle bus smashes into skate park
After a King County Metro bus ran into its indoor skatepark, the non-profit is looking at what's next.
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PHOTOS: You can't look away from this bold, modern Palestinian art at Mercer Island gallery
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Plan ahead for your weekend with these arts and culture picks
Time to check in on some events to look forward to.
