Black Arts Legacies
Syvilla Fort: Defining dance and breaking barriers
The Seattle-born dancer, choreographer and instructor broke barriers and influenced generations of artists.
Tifa Tomb
Tifa is a Seattle-area filmmaker who produces and edits feature-length and short narrative and nonfiction work. She also works as a media producer at the University of Washington and directed the shor
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Black Arts Legacies
Val Thomas-Matson: The TV trailblazer making inclusive kids’ shows
With art, puppetry and real talk, this television pioneer prioritizes children of color.
Black Arts Legacies
Reginald André Jackson: Honoring Black theater-makers of the past
The accomplished Seattle theater actor and playwright brings Black voices and histories to the stage.
Black Arts Legacies
Tiffany Wilson: Channeling the soul of Seattle
Blending gospel, R&B and poetry, the singer/songwriter refuses to compromise her artistic authenticity.
Black Arts Legacies
Preston Wadley: Multimedia art with a mission
The influential art teacher uses books, found objects and photography to provoke thought and shift perception.