Angela Poe Russell

by Angela Poe Russell A t the helm of Los Angeles’ WACO Theater, Shay Wafer nurtures partnerships that uplift Black artists of African...

“It was the first time I jumped without a plan!” Yusef Seveers knew he needed a change, but he didn’t know how it would happen.  Fate intervened. In 2023, a musical at the 5th Avenue Theatre would lure him into the Emerald City, and let’s just say he never looked back! Since officially making Seattle home, Seevers has lit up multiple theater and opera stages with his rich baritone voice and his warm energy.  I remember seeing him on stage for the first time at the Intiman Theater’s production...