Día de los Muertos (also known as Day of the Dead) combines ancient and colonial traditions, folk customs, and spiritual beliefs. Celebrated in Mexican and Latin American communities on November 1 and 2, Día de los Muertos is a powerful, symbolic way to honor relatives and friends who have died. This year the Tacoma Art Museum will host an event on November 5th from noon to … [Read more...] about Día de los Muertos Festival Returns to Tacoma Art Museum
Art and Culture
Tacoma Little Theatre Presents Misery
Tacoma Little Theatre welcomes the fall season with Stephen King’s Misery. King’s prize-winning novel and award-winning film have been newly adapted by William Goldman for the stage. This production is directed by Chris Serface. Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his “Number One Fan,” Annie Wilkes, and wakes up … [Read more...] about Tacoma Little Theatre Presents Misery
From Shakespeare to Spoken Word: A South Sound Fall Theater Preview
As the vibrant fall season approaches, South Sound venues are gearing up to offer a captivating array of theater and spoken word performances. From classic plays to mesmerizing poetic performances, audiences will enjoy memorable experiences that explore the depths of human emotions and ignite the power of storytelling. "The Course of True Love Never Did Run Smooth" … [Read more...] about From Shakespeare to Spoken Word: A South Sound Fall Theater Preview
Asia Pacific Cultural Center Hosts Groundbreaking Ceremony
Asia Pacific Cultural Center hosts Groundbreaking Ceremony for new Building Asia Pacific Cultural Center (APCC) held a Groundbreaking Ceremony on September 8 to commemorate the official beginning of construction of their new building in Tacoma located at 4851 South Tacoma Way with elected officials, cultural leaders, and community members in attendance. “This blessing of … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific Cultural Center Hosts Groundbreaking Ceremony
Hot Shop Heroes Celebrates 10 Years
Hot Shop Heros™ Celebrates 10 Years One of Museum of Glass’s landmark community programs, Hot Shop Heros™, is celebrating its 10th year. The program utilizes therapeutic qualities of glassblowing to serve the military community. When Tacoma native and world-renowned artist Dale Chihuly rented the Museum for soldiers’ and their families on President’s Day … [Read more...] about Hot Shop Heroes Celebrates 10 Years