Campbell's work blends elements of fantasy, magical realism, poetry, and speculative fiction, which evokes the styles of a host of renowned authors, including Margaret Atwood, Isabel Allende, Walter de la Mere, Octavia Butler, Jonathan Swift, Douglas Adams, Ann Carson, and Brian O'Nolan, offering readers a robust, immersive literary experience.

Tara Campbell’s book tour continues at Hugo House in Seattle, with a reading and writing workshop on September 18, 2024, from 7pm-9pm at the Salon Stage.

SketchFest Seattle—the world’s original comedy festival—returns this weekend, celebrating 25 years of comedy gold. Nestled sweetly smack dab in the middle of Pike Place Market’s Gum Wall, the historic Market Theater (owned and operated by Unexpected Productions) will once again serve as the headquarters of Seattle’s sketch comedy resplendence. From Friday through Sunday, this iconic venue will host Seattle’s annual sketch comedy festival, bringing together some of the brightest comedic minds from across North America. Performers from Washington D.C., Los Angeles, Toronto, New York, and more major cities will gather alongside Seattle teams for three glorious days of comedic sketch excellence… Sketchellence? Sure, why not.

Lady Camden, most notably known as RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 14 Runner Up, visits Seattle to show off her new documentary, Lady Like. Directed by Luke Willis, the film highlights Lady Camden’s (aka Rex Wheeler) journey to find her chosen family, her voice, and her confidence, and prove that embracing one’s vulnerable self and artistic core is an important step towards healing. The film is narrated by fellow Drag Race alum and current All Stars contestant, Nina West.

Some might think that Joan of Arc is the original Queen of Queens, but they would be wrong. For us at The Evergreen Echo, Fran Lebowitz is that dyke who established what it really means to converse in “real talk.” Our dame of the dry wit returns to Benaroya Hall on Sunday September 22nd at 7:30pm in an intimate chat hosted by bestselling Seattle author Claire Dederer. Fran offers her acerbic views on current events and the media—as well as pet peeves including tourists, baggage-claim areas, after-shave lotion, adults who roller skate, children who speak French, or anyone who is unduly tan. In addition, she will share her unique take on the current state of our Union, which we are sure will be a hoot and a half.

“You want the FUNK?! We got the FUNK!” -Rebecca Mm Davis

“Representation matters and this festival continues to raise the bar for visibility of BIPOC performers across the world.” So sayeth the press release for What the Funk?!, the PNW’s first entirely BIPOC burlesque extravaganza. Every year we’re treated to a celebration of funk, beauty, brains, brawn, and Black/Brown Joy with three nights of funky entertainment.

In the heart of Seattle’s International District, the stage is set and ready to captivate the audience with Yun Theatre’s summer production, June is the First Fall. This 90-minute play hosts themes of personal and cultural identity, defying tradition, the complexity of family relationships, and so many other themes that everyone is bound to find a connection with in the show. At this intimate venue operated by Theater Off Jackson, audiences will be absorbed into a heartfelt, empathetic story that is sure to leave you entertained and immersed.

Did you know there is an art gallery at the top floor of the King Street Station in Pioneer Square? If not, add it to your stop during the First Thursday art walk. ARTS at King Street Station is a free art gallery open Wednesday through Saturday, 11am to 5pm, and closes at 8pm for the monthly art walk.

The Underground Theater in Belltown is beyond honored to present the world premiere of Brown Bodies on a Blue Earth. Directed by Brodrick Ryans and written by Cris Eli Blak, the play begs the question many of us find ourselves asking currently: What does it mean to be in [my] position of relative privilege and identities while the planet is dying and society can’t or won’t fix our most pressing issues?