We know, that three-day weekend wasn't long enough. Don't worry—there are still plenty of things to look forward to this week, and we've compiled some of the best events our critics recommend into this list for you.
ART
13th Annual Stranger Genius Awards
Sean Nelson says, "All disclaimers duly disclaimed and all biases noted, the Genius Awards is the single most important and enjoyable local arts event of the season." (Saturday)
See all of our recommended art shows this week.
PERFORMANCE
La Mélancolie des Dragons
Paris-based director Philippe Quesne brings this work, about six metalheads in a snowy forest building a Disney theme park that's set to a soundtrack featuring Iron Maiden and AC/DC, to On the Boards. (Opening Thursday)
Plus, we recommend Sound, The Memorandum, Bloomsday, Knocking Bird, and BrechtFest.
READINGS & TALKS
Hugo Literary Series
Dinaw Mengestu, Alissa Nutting, and Sarah Galvin will read new works, and the Foghorns will provide the music. (Friday)
See all of our recommended readings for this week, including Jonathan Franzen and Daniel J. Levitin.
FOOD & DRINK
Mar y Montaña
A nine-dish communal pop-up feast from Tallulah's chef de cuisine and Chopped winner Joe Bayley. (Thursday)
See all of our recommended food events this week, including Cider Summit and Norm's Doggie Pageant.
FESTIVALS
Seattle Design Festival
The theme of this year's Design Festival is "design for equity," and this free two-day street festival kicks off the event.
See all of our recommended festivals this week.
FILM
Cinerama Fan Film Series
Cinerama is playing a series of films chosen by fans' votes until September 17. This week's screenings include Pulp Fiction and Moulin Rouge!
See all of our recommended films this week.
For even more recommended events, see our Things To Do calendar.
