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“A smiley face and a post-it note?" Ari Shapiro host of NPR’s “All Things Considered,” spills the secrets behind getting the perfect radio voice with his brother Dan. This clip is from Shapiro’s “Best Strangers in the World” book talk, a memoir including stories from his career as an award-winning journalist.

This season, get curious about new voices; support your favorite writers, artists, and musicians; and come together at Town Hall! With so many events hot off the presses, you'll want to nab those tickets before they fly out the door. Click the link to view our full Fall calendar and book your tickets today! https://bit.ly/3AeoFvC

Author and historian Heather Cox Richardson ends her “Democracy Awakening” book talk with Marcus Harrison Green on an optimistic note for the future of democracy in America. Marcus quickly gives the audience the TLDR of her closing remarks in a memorable way. Watch the full video here: https://bit.ly/4cJUafv

Miranda July opens up to Laurie Frankel, Author about how the initial release of her new book, "All Fours," sparked conversations among the women in her inner circle, addressing the experiences of middle-aged womanhood. Watch the whole author talk here: https://bit.ly/4d0IF2Q

Check out our logos from the past 25 years! Each one highlights a unique feature of our historical building, like the columns or the stained glass oculus. Which one is your favorite?

Check out our logos from the past 25 years! Each one highlights a unique feature of our historical building, like the columns or the stained glass oculus. Which one is your favorite?

Amy Schneider with Mimi Zima

“It was always necessary to have that pressure to be at absolutely 100%.” Last fall, author Amy Schneider talked with Mimi Zima about the mindset she held during her impressive 40-game winning streak. Amy's memoir “In the Form of a Question” shares her journey as a Jeopardy! champion while exploring the inspirations behind a lifetime spent asking, why? Watch the full event here: https://bit.ly/4chQYaC

Our Town Hall

Today, you can GiveBIG for our Town Hall and help us to continue doing everything that makes us special! Go to thsea.org/givebig to donate. 💛

Our Town Hall: A Variety Show and Benefit

Town Hall has a new take on GiveBIG! We're bringing this year's campaign to the stage with a Variety Show to benefit Town Hall. Join us May 7 at 7:30PM for an evening of entertainment and fun! Come at 6:30 PM to enjoy Happy Hour at The Otto Bar. All proceeds from this event will directly support our dynamic programming, accessibility efforts, and more. Get tickets: https://townhallseattle.org/event/our-town-hall/ Can’t make it? Learn how to GiveBig here: https://bit.ly/3AP9BkU Our Variety Show guests include: Day Soul Exquisite Issa Man Ricci Armani Comedy and Faith Vanchu with host Janelle Bentley #VarietyShow #SeattleEvents #WashingtonGives #GiveBIG #ThatGivingFeeling #OurTownHall

5/4 Global Rhythms

5/4 at 7:30 PM | The Campbell Brothers take Sacred Steel African American gospel music and present it as an ascending spiral of inspired guitars and high-energy rhythms. 🎸bit.ly/4dfwhwI 🍽 Come to Town Hall at 6 PM to enjoy some soul food by Simply Soulful Cafe And Espresso before the show! Presented in partnership with: SAMA: Music + Art Media Sponsor: KEXP

Town Hall Seattle Gala 2024

Celebrate our 25th season with us in style! 🎉 Enjoy an evening of connection and celebration at our key fundraising event of the year, with proceeds directly supporting Town Hall's sliding-scale ticket model and year-round programming. Get tickets & learn more: https://bit.ly/4ad3lE1 Can't attend the Gala? Please consider donating to help us reach our goal! Make a gift at: thsea.org/galasupport

Short Stories Live March 2024

3/10 at 4PM | Whether a single chance encounter or an unexpected moment in a long relationship, sometimes you see yourself most clearly through someone else’s eyes. Stellar performers Aishé Keita, Julie Briskman, and Nathaniel Tenenbaum read stories by Amy Hempel, Etgar Keret, Shanteka Sigers, and Miranda July! Curated by Jane Kaplan. Get tickets: https://bit.ly/48rtw85

Emily Calandrelli

3/9 at 4 PM | Emmy-nominated science TV host Emily Calandrelli shares the wonders of science and offers ways to explore STEAM in your everyday life. Sponsored by The Boeing Company. https://bit.ly/42TKKtK Note: In-person tickets are now sold out. Virtual tickets are available.

Sloane Crosley with Ben Gibbard

3/1 at 7:30 PM | Sharp-witted essayist Sloane Crosley draws from her personal experiences to provide a fresh perspective on grief beyond traditional narratives. (With Benjamin Gibbard) https://bit.ly/3waq44l

Global Rhythms: Justin Adams and Mauro Duante

3/1 at 7:30 PM | Justin Adams and Mauro Durante take audiences on a musical journey from North Africa to Italy, opened by violinist Ganesh Rajagopalan. https://bit.ly/3vQAwOd Come to Town Hall at 6 PM to enjoy some Indian street food by Spice Waala before the show! Presented in partnership with: SAMA: Seattle Sacred Music & Art Media Sponsor: KEXP

Global Rhythms: Yungchen Lhamo

It's almost time for the third Global Rhythms concert of the season! We've partnered with organizations around the community to create more experiences you can enjoy before seeing Yungchen Lhamo live on 1/26. Food Vendor: Kathmandu Momocha Community Partners: Tibetan Association of Washington (TAW) and Tibetan Language and Culture School - TLCS Pre-show Talk: Ter Ellingson Community Artist: Venerable Lama Migmar Presented in partnership with SAMA: Seattle Sacred Music & Art Media Sponsor: KEXP

We come to this place for ✨magic✨ Feeling inspired about Miss Kidman’s passion for movies and wanted to share our singular passion for book talks. 😝📚 . . . . . #TownHallSeattle #BookTok #seattletiktok #ParodyVideo

Here’s some shameless self-promo for our Tandem Book Club, which is FREE to attend 📚 Join Jessica for the next book club on 10/23 at 6:30 PM!