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
In 'Soft Boy,' adolescent masculine identity takes shape in unexpected ways
The idea of masculinity is a topic that young boys have grappled with for generations. In his new exhibit at the Frye Art Museum, Photographer Rafeal Soldi explores the concept through the use of pictures, words, and video.
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Arts & Life
'An unforgettable evening.' Teatro ZinZanni celebrates 25 years in Seattle with a nod to its past
Teatro ZinZanni, a landmark local cabaret and comedy show, known for their famous circus tent, is set to return for their second run of post-pandemic performances. And this time, in celebration of their 25th anniversary, they are bringing back a crucial element of what made them local favorites more than two decades ago.
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Arts & Life
For a cool, cloudy, and drizzly weekend, plan some indoor art time
KUOW's arts and culture reporter Mike Davis shares his weekly picks with Kim Malcolm
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Arts & Life
'She Marches in Chinatown' celebrates 70 years of Seattle's unique local drill team
Seattle’s Chinese Community Girls Drill Team is a one of a kind. For over 70 years, the group has brought their own unique style to parades throughout the city. The story of its founding, and its place in the Chinatown International District community, is the focus of a new documentary from director Della Chen titled, “She Marches in Chinatown.”
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Arts & Life
'Cambodian Rock Band' explores collective trauma and history through music
This story of "Cambodian Rock Band" masterfully unfolds in a tale that features comedic beats, an epic soundtrack, and tender moments of love and understanding between a parent and child.
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Arts & Life
'Last Drive to Dodge' gallops into Seattle with tale of Black cowboys in the Old West
“Last Drive to Dodge” is an ambitious play penned by an up-and-coming playwright who is embarking on a nine-play cycle that bookends the legendary cycle of August Wilson. This grandiose idea made it hard to view this production without judging it in the context of standing next to the work of perhaps the greatest Black playwright in the history of our country. Even so, I left the theater impressed by the work of Andrew Lee Creech, and convinced he is a playwright with a big future.
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Arts & Life
'RICHLAND' shows the way history echoes through communities
In the documentary, "RICHLAND," director Irene Lusztig looks at how the legacy of the atomic age ricochets through generations and across communities, touching on identity, patriotism, and the many stories people hold about a single place.
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Arts & Life
Passengers, Encounters, and 'A widow to the see' highlight our arts picks
Arts and culture reporter Mike Davis shares 'sights to behold' with KUOW's Kim Malcolm
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Residents and staffers voice safety concerns about some homeless housing facilities
Since 2015, Seattle has seen a big push to develop supportive housing facilities. These units are available to residents living with mental illness, substance abuse orders, physical or mental disabilities, and extreme poverty. But residents and staffers have voiced concerns over the safety at some of these residences.
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Arts & Life
Need weekend plans? Think neighborhood walks & Small Frye storytelling
KUOW's arts and culture reporter Mike Davis tells Kim Malcolm what's on his to-do list, rain and shine.