The Must List: Hello Kitty Exhibit, Film Noir Series
What to do this weekend in Seattle
By Seattle mag staff November 5, 2015
Must Meow
EMP Gets Catty with Hello Kitty Exhibit
(11/14, times vary) Meow! Hello Kitty turns 40! At Hello! Exploring the Supercute World of Hello Kitty, the first exhibit of its kind at the EMP Museum, explore more than 600 Hello Kitty products, vintage treasures, artists’ work from around the world and the infamous plush-toy-covered Hello Kitty dress worn by Lady Gaga. Curated by the Japanese American National Museum in Los Angeles.
Must Listen
World Premiere of Choral Work Listen to the Girls
Wednesday (11/18, 7 p.m.) Emerging local symphonic composer Angelique Poteat—whose work has already been performed by the Seattle Symphony—presents the world premiere of Listen to the Girls, a new choral piece she wrote based on her own interviews with young women about the issues that matter most to them. Performed by the Northwest Girlchoir with the Seattle Collaborative Orchestra.
Must Screen
Nightfall: Film Noir Series at SAM
(Through 12/10, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.) Experience dark and moody cinematic gems, including The Bigamist (11/19) and Underworld USA (12/9), during the Seattle Art Museum’s 38th Film Noir Series at the Plestcheeff Auditorium.
Must See
Contemporary Movement Meets Classical Indian Dance at Meany Hall
(11/12 to 11/14, times vary) London-based choreographer Akram Khan has never performed in the Northwest before, but is well known elsewhere for his seamless blend of contemporary movement with classical Indian dance. His company makes its local debut with the captivating new piece Kaash, a gloriously fluid exploration of black holes, tablas and Hindu gods.
Must Go East
Men’s World Open Squash Competition Comes to Town
(11/13 to 11/22, times vary) The Professional Squash Association’s 2015 Men’s World Open Squash Competition is here, marking the first time the event has been held on U.S. soil. Tickets to see 112 of the best squash players in the world competing to win a $350,000 cash prize range from $100 for single sessions to as much as $2,500 for primo seating and a pass to all sessions, including the final at Meydenbauer Convention Center.
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