By Ashleigh McCurdy - I love a good solo date. There is something beautiful about making time for yourself, choosing an experience simply because it interests you, and fully enjoying it. On Tuesday night, I treated myself to Water for Elephants at Seattle’s Paramount Theatre, and let me tell you, this theater girly left absolutely amazed.

Artist and founder of the Black & Brown Beauty Collective Angelica Marie recently appeared on The Day With Trae with guest host Deaunte Damper to dive into her mission at the Collective and the upcoming Of Sand and Sea fashion show. 

Celebrating music, culture, and community, Neumos recently hosted the fifth annual Black and Loud Fest. Designed to center Black-fronted artists, rock bands, and musicians, the festival provided a platform where culture and genre-defying music took the spotlight. 

Last night in Spokane, Washington, Colman Commons Executive Director Ashleigh McCurdy and the Converge Media team stepped into the creative whirlwind of Terrain 17 Preview Night ahead of tonight’s Main Terrain event.

The Pioneer Square Art Walk isn’t ready for what’s about to go down. Tomorrow, Thursday, October 1st, Colman Commons is proud to present "Creation Over Elimination," the highly anticipated debut solo exhibition from acclaimed Seattle painter Cal Bonner.

Seattle’s creative scene shone brightly last month when week 10 of Fremont Fridays brought Blackout Night to LTD Bar & Grill in Fremont. Hosted by community advocate Deaunte Damper, the evening celebrated Black artists, directors, founders, and local culture from across the Pacific Northwest.

Seattle artist, entrepreneur, and community leader Takiyah Ward, also known as “TDUB,” recently joined guest host Omari Salisbury on The Mother's Justice Show for a conversation on the evolution of Black art, grassroots leadership, and cultural preservation in the Pacific Northwest.

Artist Jonarra Swanson recently visited Pioneer Square for Conversations At Colman Commons, where she shared insights into her creative process, the cultural grounding of her work, and the lived experiences that shape her striking paintings.

Colman Commons is ready to light up the Downtown Seattle Art Walk this Friday, September 25th. This Friday evening is the public's final chance to experience the incredible works of Colman Commons’ inaugural Grand Opening artist cohort before new exhibitions take center stage.

The magic of the big top is officially headed to the Pacific Northwest. The Broadway musical Water For Elephants will make its Seattle debut at the historic Paramount Theatre from October 6 through October 11.

Alex Minami, Co-Director of Programs and Partnerships at the Seattle Opera, recently sat down on The Day With Trae with guest host Alicia Crank to pull back the curtain on how the Seattle Opera is utilizing partnerships to serve and celebrate underrepresented communities.

A movement in community-driven fashion and identity recently unfolded at Colman Commons, where Afrosapphix and The Re-Sole 206 linked up for SOLEswap, a clothing swap and fashion panel focused on Black queer style, practical self-expression, and mutual aid. 

By Ashleigh McCurdy - Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about what makes a space feel special. Not just beautiful, not just well-designed, but the kind of place that makes you want to stay a little longer. I think it has something to do with how we gather.

Film Commissioner Lex Scope’s monthly film festival returned to the Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute on Tuesday, August 25. Embracing a CINEMACON theme, attendees pulled up in their best cosplay, expertly captured by photographer Jaden Martenson.

Seattle Opera is kicking off its 2026-27 season with a massive splash by bringing back Richard Strauss and Oscar Wilde’s masterpiece, Salome.

On a recent episode of The Day With Trae, guest host Alicia Crank sat down with celebrated singer, songwriter, producer, and festival organizer Eugenie Jones. Jones shared her journey from her early days in the Seattle music scene to her extensive logistical efforts directing the upcoming Jackson Street Jazz Festival. 

Seattle artist, lyricist, and performer Teia Burton-Green recently appeared on The Day With Trae with guest host Alicia Crank where she shared an extensive look at her roots in the city's music scene, her ongoing community mentorship, and her transition into major creative leadership roles.

Blending legacy, art, and community, prolific writer and poet Rajnii Eddins recently stepped into the Black Media Matters studio for a conversation on The Day With Trae, hosted by Trae Holiday.

Terrain, a grassroots nonprofit organization that has championed the local art scene since 2008, is preparing to host its 17th annual Flagship Event on October 2nd, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Colman Commons never goes out of style. Fashion designer Nate Alexander recently stopped by Colman Commons to showcase his original, one-of-one custom designs from his brand Mainly Razedebar.