Mike Davis
Reporter
About
Mike Davis is a reporter covering arts and culture. In the past, he's reported on news, politics, and sports for the South Seattle Emerald. Mike previously hosted a podcast where he discussed national politics and pop-culture.
Location: Seattle
Languages: English
Pronouns: he/him
Professional Affiliations: SABJ
Stories
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Arts & Life
'Beat it' to the Paramount for MJ the Musical. It's Dangerously good!
“MJ the Musical” is the latest biographical Broadway touring play highlighting the lives and careers of culture shifting musicians to reach Seattle. And similar to the shows featuring the Temptations and Tina Turner, this production about the King of Pop had many moments when audience members left their seats to sing and dance to popular tunes.
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Arts & Life
Moonwalk through this week's arts and culture picks
KUOW's arts and culture reporter Mike Davis told Kim Malcolm about "MJ the Musical" at The Paramount, "Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue" at The Moore Theatre, The Wintry Weekend Ice Skating Rink in Occidental Square, and "A Charlie Brown Christmas" at Taproot Theatre for weekend outings.
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Arts & Life
Doors Open Levy will support arts organizations throughout King County
Cultural organizations in King County will receive a much needed post-pandemic boost. King Council has approved the Doors Open Levy, which will provide nearly $800 million in financial support for institutions focused on arts, science, and cultural heritage.
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Arts & Life
Arts outings celebrate winter, the unstreamable, and everlasting gobstoppers
Thanksgiving behind, more holidays ahead, KUOW's arts and culture reporter Mike Davis takes us to Seattle Center for "Winterfest," Northwest Film Forum for Unstreamable's "Drop Dead Gorgeous," and Magnuson Park Theatre for "Willy Wonka: The Musical"
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Arts & Life
'Thin Skin' captures a portrait of Seattle fueled by family, conflict, and jazz
The new movie "Thin Skin" follows the life of Ahamefule J. Oluo, a newly divorced father who spends his days working a soul-sucking office job, while at night, he works on what he truly loves: his music. Then, Oluo speaks to his father for the first time in decades, and things take a turn.
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Business
The Postman announces new location in Seattle's Central District
The Postman, a beloved Central District shipping and postal shop, is starting a new chapter after two tragic shootings.
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Arts & Life
Producer picks: Seattle on the stage and in the toy box
In the spirit of thankfulness: Soundside is going to revisit some of our favorite segments from over the last year, and the hardworking producers who make Soundside will be making the picks.
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Arts & Life
Top 3 Seattle holiday shows for kids, adults, and families in 2023
Whether you’re into theater, ballet, burlesque, or just looking for an enjoyable holiday-themed experience, there is a show in the Seattle area for you.
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Arts & Life
Mike's arts picks cover adult, kid, and family-friendly Christmas theater bases
KUOW's arts and culture reporter Mike Davis shares his bountiful wish list with Kim Malcolm.
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Politics
Results are in: What do this year's elections mean for 2024?
Washington elections are a lesson in patience. A week after the general election, results are just shaping up for most of the major races. And those results can help with determining what policy and politics will look like in Seattle, and Washington.