“The Residency taught me that artistry is not a profession but a lifestyle. It impacted me so profoundly, it gave me exactly what I needed. The program exposed me to folks of all different backgrounds that are reaching for what they want in life. The impact that this program had on me is something I will forever be grateful for.”

– MONICA ELENES, VOCAL PARTICIPANT 2016.

Pull up to Sunday Sessions — a jam session for youth artists and intergenerational creatives to write, vibe, share, and build community.

We're back at Black & Tan Hall every Second Sunday  from 4-7PM — and it's FREE.

Featuring rotating live sets by local youth artists

Every Second Sunday:  Open mic, writing circle, music, and community love — come as you are.

The Residency and Bloodworks NW have partnered to bring you, WHERE THE HEART LIVES: A program to spark conversation and provide a call-to-action with high school and college youth. Each event includes components on mental health and wellness, community activism, blood donation factoids, and features live musical performances by our alumni artists.

OUR 1-HOUR PROGRAM:

-Appeals to the entire student body.

-Delivers inspiring conversation around mental and emotional health.

-Calls students to action and and shares how to engage in positive community service, including blood donation.

-Educates students on the science of blood donation. We address common myths and where/how to give.

-Entertains and delivers the message through the amazing talents of spoken word and performances by young, diverse artists

-Provides opportunity for students to engage in their own testimonials and storytelling

-Can tie-in to a school’s on-campus or virtual blood drive

To host this program at your school, please contact:

Jace Farr, jace@theresidencyseattle.org

Giselle Lehmann, glehmann@bloodworksnw.org

Our 2024 fundraiser set the bar. Featuring a special headline performance from Macklemore in the historic Benaroya Hall. The event also highlight alumni performances, community speakers, and special guests.

30 artists, ages 16-24, took center stage to share their talent. They performed a final showcase of original songs created collaboratively during The Residency's Summer Intensive Program.

The final showcase is a chance for family, friends and community to come out and celebrate the young local artists completing this program. We were proud to witness the brilliance of The Residency 2024 Cohort!

Co-Hosted by Jace ECAj of Black Stax & Macklemore

Our youth were excited to be part of the PNW mic check at THING Festival 🎤

Featuring Alumni: Gyasi, Miss Jaicee, Tazz Enrico

What is THING?

“We are an eclectic and intimate three-day festival of music and arts that takes place at Remlinger Farms in Carnation, WA. Our programming features a tightly curated lineup of diverse performers with an emphasis on fresh discoveries and a vision to create an environment where all are welcomed and represented.” 

We’re excited to announce our participation in the inaugural Bloomberg Green Festival!

This was an excellent opportunity for our alumni to perform and present during an artist panel. Feat:

Perform: Rose Prosecco, Nestra, Crissy P

Panel: Tah-Jae Shante

This 4 day festival will connect business and government leaders, climate innovators and the local Seattle community to discuss and accelerate solutions for climate action.

Full details at: bloomberglive.com/greenfestival

The Residency had a unique year in 2023 with many successes. We want to share our last event of 2023 which gives you the excitement we all see for 2025 and beyond. Take a look and listen to The Residency at “The BEN Tour” at Climate Pledge Arena. We are inspired, motivated and ready for the future.

Performing Artists 🎤🎶

DAY 1 @lexilalauni | @nestramusic | @vicdagsii
DAY 2 @tahjae.shante | @theroseprosecco | @crissypmusic
BOTH @flourishmaxzealmusic | @tazzenrico
Production Assistant @grayluvay

The Residency and Bloodworks NW had the wonderful opportunity to showcase our WTHL program at the DECA Fall Conference, with over 4,000+ participants.

DECA is a powerful partnership between students, teachers, parents, and business leaders. This partnership combines educational purpose with real-world business practice and then amplifies it with student passion for a positive and profitable future.

Students gain college and career advantage for life. Teachers gain outstanding educational tools validated by an industry that enriches, energizes and engages students. Communities become filled with service-minded young leaders who are a force for good. Businesses gain an intelligent, highly-skilled, motivated and leadership-ready workforce.