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Tristan and Isolde at McCaw Hall
Accidentally, eternally, in love. A friend’s betrayal, passionate love, and some of the most seductive music in all of opera. Wagner’s epic composition reminds us that not even death can defeat love. When a love potion replaces poison, inducing irresistible obsession, Tristan and Isolde give in to their passions, but their happiness is short-lived when betrayal costs a life.
Cindi Bright, host of HeartBeat Radio and Podcast, will host an Election Special on Converge Media
Cindi Bright is a renowned radio host and producer of the provocative show — “HeartBeat Radio and Podcast.” Cindi is on a mission as a lively voice of and for Black women. She is once again positioned to impact the media landscape with the airing of her Election Special: HeartBeat: All Things Black, showcasing on Converge Media on Tuesday, October 18th from 6:30-8pm.
Kraken embarrassed by Golden Knights in 5-2 home opener loss
In their 2022, the Seattle Kraken were manhandled by the Las Vegas Golden Knights 5-2. Seattle remains winless against Vegas all time
Mariners marathon: Seattle’s season ends in 18 inning loss to Astros in ALDS game three
The Seattle Mariners 2022 season came to an end with their 1-0, 18-inning loss in game three of the ALDS against the Houston Astros. The Mariners failed to get the hits they needed in order to force a game four, and their magical run comes to an end.
6 Facts About T Dub | Converge Media Art Queen
Get to know Converge Media’s Ary Queen T Dub!
Connectors will help ensure equitable economic recovery
The Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, the Port of Seattle, and King County announced today that seven community organizations will serve local small businesses through the Community Business Connector (CBC) program.
These organizations, identified as Connectors, will serve small businesses in five geographic hubs in King County through a targeted outreach program. Connectors will provide access to available business resources to help them sustain and grow their enterprises. A review panel selected the Connector finalists following a competitive application process.
Art For The Community: Damon Brown steps into new mediums to create a lasting impact
Local artist Damon Brown continues to push himself creatively and impact his community through art. His latest project is centered around installations at the Odessa Brown Children’s Hospital Clinic at Othello. For this work, he moved out of his comfort zone and stepped into the world of sculpture, scaling his work into what he hopes will be a monument for the community.
PHOTOS: T-Mobile Park preparations for postseason underway
With the American League Division Series coming to Seattle on Saturday, the T-Mobile Park staff have been hard at work preparing the stadium for its first postseason game in 21 years. Our photographer Liv Lyons was there for the painting of the ALDS logo on the field, capturing the scenes prior to a historic game.
WEIRD at NIGHT Episode 220
On WEIRD at NIGHT we share art and surreal comedy sketches, poetry, music videos, drag, live performance pieces and more! It is founded on four principles; Art is the antidote, time over money, people over profit, attack with love. Join the WANiverse this Saturday, October 15th at 10PM on Converge Media!
SEATTLE INVITES MUSIC LOVERS TO TUNE INTO CLOUDBREAK, A NEW FESTIVAL COMING NOV. 3-23, 2022
Seattle is embracing its multi-generation legacy as a live music destination with Cloudbreak, Seattle’s ReviveLive Music Fest, a new festival running from Nov. 3-23, 2022. The one-time festival is produced in partnership by Seattle’s destination marketing organization, Visit Seattle, and King County. Cloudbreak will invite visitors and locals to experience Seattle’s live music as venues once again host concerts after the COVID-19 pandemic caused many venues to shutter their doors temporarily.
6 Facts About Julia Jessie | Converge Media Clap Back Queen
Get to know Converge Media’s Queen of Clap Back Julia Jessie!
MARINERS ANNOUNCE DISCOUNTED POSTSEASON TICKETS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS
The Seattle Mariners announced today that college students will have the opportunity to enter a lottery system with the chance of purchasing one (1) discounted ticket to an American League Division Series home game this weekend at T-Mobile Park.
Seattle Sounders 2022 review: CCL Glory, MLS disappointment
The Seattle Sounders had a roller coaster of a year, with massive high of CCL, and major lows such as a three goal loss to Portland. Let’s review the 2022 campaign for the Seattle Sounders.
Eastside Catholic defeats Garfield in battle of the unbeatens
On Friday afternoon the Round Up team met down at Memorial stadium for the Friday night lights game of week. The highly anticipated match up between the undefeated Garfield Bulldogs and the undefeated Eastside Catholic Crusaders got under way at 7:45 pm. The first half of the game was a true battle with the two schools showcasing just how good their defenses can be. Stand out players on Garfield’s defense include # 9 Micheal Montgomery and #26 Mister Beaver and #16 Henry Smidt. Quarterback EJ Caminong found Wide Receiver #1 Jamaica Myres on a drive that led to Garfield putting up 7 points.
Black Voices Matter: A Conversation With Essex Porter
Join SABJ for the third edition of our Black Voices Matter series, in which we highlight the work of Black media professionals. This time, we will talk to Essex Porter, an icon among Seattle journalists. Essex spent 43 distinguished years as a broadcaster, 39 of them with Seattle’s KIRO 7. KING 5’s Joyce Taylor will talk with Essex about his illustrious career, the state of the local journalism industry, what the future holds for Black journalists and media, and other pieces of wisdom he’s gained during his time in the media business. The event will be live-streamed from Converge Media’s headquarters in Seattle and will conclude with a Q&A portion.
Rewind With Besa | Ashley McGirt | Founder of Therapy Fund Foundation
Rewind With Besa, Besa recapped this week's best moments you may have missed, plus she dropped her interview with Ashley McGirt, founder of Therapy Fund Foundation! They talked about how to curve stress and anxiety, how to pick your therapist, what signs to look out for in case your youth needs a therapist, and more!
Do You Know Why Iran Protests Are Happening?
I’ve been seeing some really powerful photos and videos from the Iran Protests, so yesterday I took some time to educate myself on what’s happening over in Iran. I was SHOCKED to find out a beautiful woman by the name of #MahsaAmini died in a hospital in Tehran Iran after being taken into custody by Guidance Patrol for wearing her hijab too loosely which allowed for some of her hair to show.
Seattle Takes to the Streets for Women’s Rights in Iran
Hundreds of people gathered in Seattle on Friday to condemn the Iranian government’s crackdown on protesters in that country in the aftermath of the death of a young woman who was killed while in police custody.
Dozens of protesters there have been killed or arrested.
The protests in Iran began after 22-year-old Mahsa Amini was arrested by Iran’s morality police for allegedly violating the Islamic country’s strict dress code for head coverings. She died a few days after being detained.
Rewind With Besa | Season 2: Papablack Davinci
Today on Rewind with Besa. Besa Gordon catches up with Papablack Davinci to talk about how he got into doing events, managing artists, if he will ever go on tour, the state of Hip Hop in Seattle, who is up next in the PNW, why some artists don't last these days and more! See it all today on Converge Media at 12pm!
Recap: Besa Gordon Attends The PNW’s Biggest Art Festival At Terrain Spokane
For the first time, Besa Gordon hit the road and went to Spokane for their yearly art festival and loved every moment of being there. Check out what Besa did while she was in Spokane!