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Events
STUDENT CLUBS
Fearless Writing Club
April 17–May 21, 2024
4:30pm–5:30pm
Ages 12–14
Virtual/MoPOP
MoPOP and The Bureau of Fearless Ideas are joining forces this spring for Fearless Writing Club, a six-week workshop for youth aged 12-14. Focusing on identity, community, and the power of creative expression, this immersive experience will explore fearless writing through the hidden worlds of the self and the voices of diverse creators in science fiction.
BEHIND THE SCENES
Massive Curatorial + Collections Member Talk
April 20, 2024 2:00pm–3:00pm Members MoPOP
Ready to learn the story behind Massive, our new flagship exhibition exploring core questions like What even is pop culture and Who gets to say? Join us Saturday, April 20th for a talk with MoPOP Curatorial and Collections staff!
MAY THE FOURTH
Star Wars Day
May 4, 2024 10:00am–5:00pm MoPOP
Star Wars Day is back, and we’re celebrating with special events and fan-favorite activations throughout the museum all day long!
SFFSFF
Science Fiction & Fantasy Short Film Festival: Main Showcase
June 1, 2024 2:30pm–8:00pm SIFF Cinema Egyptian
Created in collaboration with the Seattle International Film Festival, MoPOP’s SFFSFF celebrates out-of-this-world short films and the daring filmmakers who make it happen.
SFFSFF
Science Fiction & Fantasy Short Film Festival: Youth Showcase
June 2, 2024 12:30pm–4:30pm SIFF Uptown
Created in collaboration with the Seattle International Film Festival, MoPOP’s SFFSFF celebrates out-of-this-world short films and the daring filmmakers who make it happen.
HOMESCHOOL DAYS
Keep it Reel: Storytelling for the Screen
May 16, 2024 9:30am–12:30pm 1:30pm–4:30pm MoPOP
Build your skills in documentary filmmaking, learn how to capture stories through the lens of the person or communities you're filming, and become a director with the tools you have at home.
SUMMER CAMPS
Rock n' Rolling! Camp
July 15–19, 2024 8:45am–4:00pm Ages 10–13 MoPOP
Seattle Children’s Theatre, learn the ins and outs of producing a music video through instruction from teaching artists. Explore songwriting techniques, acting for the camera, and more, all culminating in your very own parody music video filmed on location at Seattle Center.
TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Cli-Fi: Fighting Climate Change with Science Fiction (Virtual)
July 16, 2024 10:00am–12:00pm Virtual
How can science fiction help students understand and address climate change? We’ll review the basic science of Earth’s climate and the proven causes of climate change and global warming.
SUMMER CAMPS
Fantasy STEAM Explorers Camp
July 22–26, 2024 8:45am–4:00pm Ages 7–10 MoPOP
A scientist is about as close to a wizard as you can get in today’s world, and we’ll prove it! Imagine, experiment, alchemize, and collaborate with your fellow explorers and harness the power of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) to create something new each day.
SUMMER CAMPS
Drag Camp 1.0: The Art of Drag
July 29–August 2, 2024 8:45am–4:00pm Ages 12–18 MoPOP
Explore self-expression in this camp led by Seattle performer Joshua Hancock and featuring performers Kara Sutra, King Leo Mane, and Mia Moore, where you’ll immerse yourself in drag history, learn hair and makeup techniques, and create your persona with their own name and stage presence.
SUMMER CAMPS
Drag Camp 2.0: The Art of Performance
August 5–9, 2024 8:45am–4:00pm Ages 14–18 MoPOP
Camp in more ways than one, Drag Camp 2.0: The Art of Performance is your chance to deeply develop your drag identity. Under the expert guidance of featured artists D’Mon, Viper Fengz, and Versace Doll, you’ll dive into skills like custom costume design, stage routine, story arc, dialogue, and dance and movement, all while building on the fundamentals of stage hair, nails, and makeup.
Washington residents get discounts throughout the month of May!
See if your zip code qualifies, here, and enjoy a MoPOP Maycation.
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