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Whether it’s a reading, discussion, craft talk, or interview, find these events and more featuring renowned authors, emerging writers, and talented new and local voices.

Featured Event

April 15

Hope and Renewal: Free Community Write-In Session (Section 2: RENEWAL)

In this free community write-in, participants will explore the theme of hope and renewal through the transformative power of poetry. The session will feature guided writing prompts inspired by renowned poems that embody these qualities, fostering creativity and reflection as attendees craft their own new poems. Participants will have the opportunity to share and discuss their work, learning techniques to create poems that uplift and inspire. By the end of the class, attendees will have written their own hopeful poems, ready to be shared at the Hope and Renewal: Celebrating the Poetry in Our Lives event on April 17.

Funding for this evenign provided by City of Seattle Office of Arts & Culture.

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Hope and Renewal: Free Community Write-In Session (Section 2: RENEWAL)

April 15 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm PT

Hope and Renewal: Free Community Write-In Session (Section 2: RENEWAL)

In Person at Kicking Horse

In this free community write-in, participants will explore the theme of hope and renewal through the transformative power of poetry. The session will feature guided writing prompts inspired by renowned poems that embody these qualities, fostering creativity and reflection as attendees craft their own new poems. Participants will have the opportunity to share and discuss their work, learning techniques to create poems that uplift and inspire. By the end of the class, attendees will have written their own hopeful poems, ready to be shared at the Hope and Renewal: Celebrating the Poetry in Our Lives event on April 17.

Funding for this evenign provided by City of Seattle Office of Arts & Culture.

Works in Progress (In-Person)

April 15 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm PT

Works in Progress (In-Person)

In Person at Lapis Theater

Works in Progress is Hugo House's open mic series inclusive of diverse formats and storytelling crafts. Read your work—poetry, fiction, essays, memoirs, plays, music, comedy, and more—and connect with our literary community!

Cara Stoddard reading and Q&A

April 16 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm PT

Cara Stoddard reading and Q&A

In Person at Theater Lobby

Spirography - a story of kinship, queerness, and the secrets of the body in the wake of illness and loss.

Please join us for the book launch & reading for Spirography, and conversation between the author and Matthew Sullivan.

Hope and Renewal: Celebrating the Poetry in Our Lives

April 17 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm PT

Hope and Renewal: Celebrating the Poetry in Our Lives

In Person at Lapis Theater

In times of darkness, literature shines as a guiding light, illuminating the path forward with hope and renewal. Join us at Hugo House for an evening of poetry that uplifts, inspires, and reminds us of the power of words to heal and bring us together. As we celebrate National Poetry Month, we welcome Claudia Castro Luna sharing the stage along with some of our finest community poets, many of whom attended our community write-ins, sharing their work. Through verse, we’ll navigate these challenging times, finding solace and direction in the beauty of language—like the steady glow of a lighthouse leading us safely to shore.

Funding for this evenign provided by City of Seattle Office of Arts & Culture.

It Goes On hosted by Jeanine Walker

April 24 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm PT

It Goes On hosted by Jeanine Walker

In Person at Lapis Theater

IN PERSON at Hugo House

Hugo House is delighted to partner with poet Jeanine Walker and mixed media artist Aaron Counts to bring to the Hugo House stage a new reading series, It Goes On! It Goes On features $3 glasses of wine and invaluable words. Our fourth reading of the series stars local poets Kevin Craft, E.J. Koh, Chelsea Richardson, Thomas Walton, and you! On the open mic, following the reading (limit 10 readers–sign ups start at 6). Come on out to our cozy cabaret-style theater to partake in the poetry, wine, and full-on winter fun

DUNE Mini-Comics Night

April 29 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm PT

DUNE Mini-Comics Night

In Person at Lapis Theater

DUNE* Mini-Comics Night is where folks are invited to create the contents of a black and white, 5.5” x 8.5” printed anthology within a limited amount of time, in one evening with no prompts or themes. Create whatever you want but it must be physical and finished by the end of the night.

An exclusive edition of the book will be published and distributed to only the contributors at the following DUNE meet-up.

Bilingual Open Mic / Micrófono Abierto

April 30 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm PT

Bilingual Open Mic / Micrófono Abierto

In Person at Salon Stage

Join Us for a Free Bilingual Open Mic at Hugo House!

We are excited to invite you to the bilingual open mic series at Hugo House, where art, literature, and music can be shared in either English or Spanish.

¡Únase a nuestro Micrófono Abierto Bilingüe Gratuito en Hugo House!

Nos complace invitarle al primer evento de micrófono abierto bilingüe en Hugo House, donde esperamos que el arte, la literatura y la música se compartan tanto en inglés como en español.

Works in Progress (Virtual)

May 6 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm PT

Works in Progress (Virtual)

Online at Zoom: Hugo Theater

Works in Progress is an open mic for all writers. Read your work—poetry, fiction, essays, memoirs, plays, music, comedy, and more—and connect with your literary community!

The Bushwick Book Club Seattle presents Original music inspired by Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You by Ibram X. Kendi and Jason Reynolds

May 10 at 7:30pm - 10:00pm PT

The Bushwick Book Club Seattle presents Original music inspired by Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You by Ibram X. Kendi and Jason Reynolds

In Person at Lapis Theater & Livestream

Transplants: Daniel Tam-Claiborne in conversation with Joyce Chen

May 14 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm PT

Transplants: Daniel Tam-Claiborne in conversation with Joyce Chen

In Person at Lapis Theater

Join us for the launch of Daniel Tam-Claiborne’s debut novel, Transplants, at Lapis Theatre from 7-8:30pm. He will be in conversation with Joyce Chen, followed by an audience Q&A and book signing. Enjoy drinks from the House bar and purchase books on-site. Free entry with registration.

Works in Progress (In-Person)

May 20 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm PT

Works in Progress (In-Person)

In Person at Lapis Theater

Works in Progress is Hugo House's open mic series inclusive of diverse formats and storytelling crafts. Read your work—poetry, fiction, essays, memoirs, plays, music, comedy, and more—and connect with our literary community!

RESonating Voices: An Indigenous Writer’s Journey

May 21 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm PT

RESonating Voices: An Indigenous Writer’s Journey

In Person at Lapis Theater

Come and celebrate the work and creativity of urban Indigenous youth in our region who have spent the last month finding their voices through various storytelling genres in our Community Literary Series classes. This event will showcase their stories and provide insight into their journey, supported by Red Eagle Soaring, an amazing organization that empowers Indigenous youth to express themselves with confidence and clarity through traditional and contemporary performing arts.

Join us for an evening of powerful storytelling and community celebration. Hear the voices of these talented young writers and learn more about the transformative work of Red Eagle Soaring.

Landscapes of Healing

May 22 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm PT

Landscapes of Healing

In Person at Lapis Theater

On Thursday May 22nd, join Landscapes of Healing, Hugo House and Pongo Poetry Project’s co-hosted poetry reading. The event is presented as part of Seattle Reads: “You Are Here.”

DUNE Mini-Comics Night

May 27 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm PT

DUNE Mini-Comics Night

In Person at Lapis Theater

DUNE* Mini-Comics Night is where folks are invited to create the contents of a black and white, 5.5” x 8.5” printed anthology within a limited amount of time, in one evening with no prompts or themes. Create whatever you want but it must be physical and finished by the end of the night.

An exclusive edition of the book will be published and distributed to only the contributors at the following DUNE meet-up.

Bilingual Open Mic / Micrófono Abierto

May 28 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm PT

Bilingual Open Mic / Micrófono Abierto

In Person at Salon Stage

Join Us for a Free Bilingual Open Mic at Hugo House!

We are excited to invite you to the bilingual open mic series at Hugo House, where art, literature, and music can be shared in either English or Spanish.

¡Únase a nuestro Micrófono Abierto Bilingüe Gratuito en Hugo House!

Nos complace invitarle al primer evento de micrófono abierto bilingüe en Hugo House, donde esperamos que el arte, la literatura y la música se compartan tanto en inglés como en español.

Margin Shift presents A Microscope Within

May 29 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm PT

Margin Shift presents A Microscope Within

In Person at Theater Lobby

Escape the dreary Juneuary rain with an evening of thought-provoking eco-poetry at Hugo House! MarginShift welcomes Palouse-based poet Linda Russo alongside local talents Sarah Mangold, Joel Felix, Samar Abulhassan, and Ally Ang for a night of dynamic verse exploring ecology, mythology, and visionary voices.

Works in Progress (Virtual)

June 3 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm PT

Works in Progress (Virtual)

Online at Zoom: Hugo Theater

Works in Progress is an open mic for all writers. Read your work—poetry, fiction, essays, memoirs, plays, music, comedy, and more—and connect with your literary community!

Works in Progress (In-Person)

June 17 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm PT

Works in Progress (In-Person)

In Person at Lapis Theater

Works in Progress is Hugo House's open mic series inclusive of diverse formats and storytelling crafts. Read your work—poetry, fiction, essays, memoirs, plays, music, comedy, and more—and connect with our literary community!

DUNE Mini-Comics Night

June 24 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm PT

DUNE Mini-Comics Night

In Person at Lapis Theater

DUNE* Mini-Comics Night is where folks are invited to create the contents of a black and white, 5.5” x 8.5” printed anthology within a limited amount of time, in one evening with no prompts or themes. Create whatever you want but it must be physical and finished by the end of the night.

An exclusive edition of the book will be published and distributed to only the contributors at the following DUNE meet-up.

Bilingual Open Mic / Micrófono Abierto

June 25 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm PT

Bilingual Open Mic / Micrófono Abierto

In Person at Salon Stage

Join Us for a Free Bilingual Open Mic at Hugo House!

We are excited to invite you to the bilingual open mic series at Hugo House, where art, literature, and music can be shared in either English or Spanish.

¡Únase a nuestro Micrófono Abierto Bilingüe Gratuito en Hugo House!

Nos complace invitarle al primer evento de micrófono abierto bilingüe en Hugo House, donde esperamos que el arte, la literatura y la música se compartan tanto en inglés como en español.

Works in Progress (Virtual)

July 1 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm PT

Works in Progress (Virtual)

Online at Zoom: Hugo Theater

Works in Progress is an open mic for all writers. Read your work—poetry, fiction, essays, memoirs, plays, music, comedy, and more—and connect with your literary community!

Works in Progress (In-Person)

July 15 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm PT

Works in Progress (In-Person)

In Person at Lapis Theater

Works in Progress is Hugo House's open mic series inclusive of diverse formats and storytelling crafts. Read your work—poetry, fiction, essays, memoirs, plays, music, comedy, and more—and connect with our literary community!

DUNE Mini-Comics Night

July 22 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm PT

DUNE Mini-Comics Night

In Person at Lapis Theater

DUNE* Mini-Comics Night is where folks are invited to create the contents of a black and white, 5.5” x 8.5” printed anthology within a limited amount of time, in one evening with no prompts or themes. Create whatever you want but it must be physical and finished by the end of the night.

An exclusive edition of the book will be published and distributed to only the contributors at the following DUNE meet-up.

Works in Progress (Virtual)

August 5 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm PT

Works in Progress (Virtual)

Online at Zoom: Hugo Theater

Works in Progress is an open mic for all writers. Read your work—poetry, fiction, essays, memoirs, plays, music, comedy, and more—and connect with your literary community!

Works in Progress (In-Person)

August 19 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm PT

Works in Progress (In-Person)

In Person at Lapis Theater

Works in Progress is Hugo House's open mic series inclusive of diverse formats and storytelling crafts. Read your work—poetry, fiction, essays, memoirs, plays, music, comedy, and more—and connect with our literary community!

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