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After 40 Years, 'A Soldier's Play' Finally Marches Onto Broadway

A Soldier's Play tells the story of a murder in an African American unit of the U.S. Army after World War II. It premiered in 1981 and soon after won a Pulitzer Prize. Now, it's finally on Broadway.
- Alexandra Starr
'Black Patriots' Were Heroes Of The Revolution — But Not The History Books

Basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is the executive producer of a new documentary focusing on the lives of black Americans on both sides of the Revolutionary War, whose stories aren't often told.
- Leila Fadel
In A Paramount Pictures Backlot, Latino Artists Showcase Work On Representation

At the Frieze Los Angeles art fair, several L.A.-based Latino artists used the backlot of Paramount Pictures Studio to showcase work about representation and realities.
- Mandalit del Barco
A Photographer's Guide To 'Slow Seeing' The Beauty In Everyday Nature

Janelle Lynch's book of nature photographs is a beautiful invitation to take all the time in the world to become alive to our senses and our surroundings.
- John Poole
Break-Ups And Throw-Ups: What It's Like To Work At A Restaurant On Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is one of the busiest days of the year for restaurant staff. They have some ... stories.
- Elena Schwartz
We asked the youth about love. They did not disappoint.

Get out a box of chalky Sweethearts and some tissues and prepare to take a few notes, grownups.
- Kristin Leong
Marcie Sillman's weekend culture picks, February 14-16, 2020

Valentine’s Day traditionally is reserved for hearts, flowers and romance. But what could be more romantic than an art-themed date? KUOW’s Arts and Culture reporter Marcie Sillman has some recommendations for you.
- Marcie Sillman
'Priceless' Bonsai Trees Stolen From Museum In Washington State

The Pacific Bonsai Museum in Federal Way, Wash., is asking for help in locating two stolen bonsai. Both "priceless treasures" have a rich history going back to World War II.
- James Doubek
'Where the millionaire can sit with the homie' and have a good time. Chef Kristi Brown's welcoming space

New development has displaced many from the Central District, Seattle’s historically Black neighborhood. But slowly former residents and businesses are taking charge of shaping the Central District’s future. One of them is Kristi Brown, chef owner of That Brown Girl Cooks, a catering company.
- Ruby de Luna
An Oscar Goes To A Documentary About Skateboarding Girls In Afghanistan

The short documentary is called Learning to Skateboard in a Warzone (If You're A Girl. "This movie is my love letter to the brave girls of that country," says director Carol Dysinger.
- Diaa Hadid

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