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Brazilian singer Seu Jorge sang at John Hancock Hall in Back Bay

Brazilian artists bring bossa nova to Boston

By Camilo Fonseca, Editor-at-large / October 11, 2023

I don’t speak Portuguese. I have never spoken Portuguese. But for one magical night in Back Bay, I did. At least, that’s how I felt at John Hancock...

Bruno Major: A constellation of mastery

Bruno Major: A constellation of mastery

By Clara Faulkner, Operations Managing Editor / October 9, 2023

I used to believe that witnessing a packed audience fall into complete silence at the first note of a song was a rare occurrence–until I experienced...

Lawyers will love ‘The Burial’

Lawyers will love ‘The Burial’

By Ryan Yau, Living Arts Editor / October 8, 2023

Though it may be too soon to decree a courtroom drama revival, Maggie Betts’ latest movie “The Burial” is a fun example of a legal crowd-pleaser...

Courtesy Emerald Caz Production and EMFILM

‘Shelter in Solitude’: A heartfelt tale of compassion, and unlikely bonds amidst isolation

By Shannon Garrido, Editor-in-chief / October 7, 2023

“Shelter in Solitude,” written by and starring Siobhan Fallon Hogan, delves into the story of shared solitude among unlikely pairs. The dramatic comedy...

Exclusive: Bad Nerves is rekindling the rock ‘n’ roll flame

Exclusive: Bad Nerves is rekindling the rock ‘n’ roll flame

By Clara Faulkner, Operations Managing Editor / October 6, 2023

Hailing from the United Kingdom to Boston, the punk-rock sensation known far and wide as Bad Nerves has embarked on a daring mission: to infuse vitality...

‘The Exorcist: Believer’ kicks off the horror movie season

‘The Exorcist: Believer’ kicks off the horror movie season

By Sasha Zirin, Assistant Living Arts Editor / October 5, 2023

As Halloween season begins, the sixth installment of the “Exorcist” movie franchise has arrived: “The Exorcist: Believer.” Directed by David Gordon...

Innovative, Dramatic, Heartfelt: “Strange Way of Life” hits theaters

Innovative, Dramatic, Heartfelt: “Strange Way of Life” hits theaters

By Sasha Zirin, Assistant Living Arts Editor / October 5, 2023

A fresh take on Westerns, “Strange Way of Life,” is hitting theaters this week with just a 32-minute runtime. The film wrapped me up in a fast drama-romance,...

Neil Gaiman

Neil Gaiman takes the stage at Emerson’s Colonial Theater to screams of excitement

By Ali Dening, Correspondent / October 5, 2023

“Through your stories, your voice will live on forever. How does it feel to be functionally immortal?” Neil Gaiman read my question aloud to scattered...

Courtesy Emma McIntyre

‘They’re in your area’: Death Grips concert review

By Amin S. Lotfi, Staff Photographer / September 27, 2023

On Sept. 20th, anticipation filled the air as fans awaited the legendary group Death Grips. MGM Music Hall doors opened at 8 p.m., filling the pit with...

Six winning artists of the 2023 New England Regional Juried Exhibition, from left, Antonio Lones, Irena Roman, Laura Cooper, Hillary Scott, Dylan McKnight, and John Morgan discuss their award-winning artwork in a panel at the Guild of Boston Artists on Saturday afternoon.

Boston Guild of Artists Hosts Panel Discussion with Award Winning Local Painters

By Margaux Jubin, Former Staff Writer / September 27, 2023

In 1914, 42 of Boston’s most prominent artists came together to create the Boston Guild of Artists, and over a century later, this same passion for art...

Courtesy T Charles Erickson

The Huntington’s production of Fat Ham remixes a classic tale for today’s world

By Karenna Umscheid / September 27, 2023

From “10 Things I Hate About You” to “She’s The Man” and “West Side Story,” modern Shakespeare adaptations have been weaving comedic stylings...

Courtesy Ben Stas

One More Splash: A Review of the Breeders’ Anniversary Tour

By Annie Sarlin, Dept. Kasteel Well Bureau Chief / September 27, 2023

“Check, check, check, one, two.” The distorted voice of the intro to The Breeders’ hit song “Cannonball” rang through the venue. The audience...

Illustration: Molly Boyke

‘The Nun II’: A sequel that might, hopefully, maybe could haunt your nightmares

By Sasha Zirin, Assistant Living Arts Editor / September 20, 2023

A bottle of wine explodes for seemingly no reason in a church in Tarascon, France—and it only gets more horrifying from there. Little can stop a cryptic...

Graphic: Clara Faulkner

From Emerson to the Edgars: Erin Dionne ‘99

By Clara Faulkner, Operations Managing Editor / September 20, 2023

In the world of literature, authors frequently gravitate towards a specific genre or style of writing. Nevertheless, the allure of entirely new and different...

Photo Courtesy: Charles Erickson

A Jewish journey: ‘Prayer for the French Republic’ comes to Boston

By Annie Sarlin, Dept. Kasteel Well Bureau Chief / September 20, 2023

“Prayer for the French Republic,” a powerful, multi-generational story following the Salomon Benhamou family and their experience with Jewish discrimination,...

Graphic: Clara Faulkner

Olivia Rodrigo’s “GUTS”: a funeral of the modern day teenage girl

By Clara Faulkner, Operations Managing Editor / September 19, 2023

I was eighteen when Olivia Rodrigo released her debut album “SOUR,” and I remember it vividly. The album beautifully encapsulated the turbulent...

Graphic by Clara Faulkner

Exclusive: Iliza Shlesinger ‘05 is back in Boston

By Clara Faulkner, Operations Managing Editor / September 14, 2023

Transitioning from her Jimmy’s All Stars days to gracing the immense stage of TD Garden, Iliza Shlesinger ‘05 is set to embark on a triumphant return...

Courtesy Kevin Becerra

Roots of the nation: At ArtsEmerson, conversation is The Point

By Ryan Yau, Living Arts Editor / September 14, 2023

What is art? Or more importantly: what is considered art, and by whom? These were some of the questions touched upon in the latest conversation for...

Illustration by Sasha Zirin

Emerson Independent Video hits the ground running as academic year starts

By Sasha Zirin, Assistant Living Arts Editor / September 14, 2023

Emerson’s Independent Video is starting the semester with a brand new collection of productions including short films, TV shows, and more. The productions...

A night of intimacy and dreamy melodies: Cigarettes After Sex live

A night of intimacy and dreamy melodies: Cigarettes After Sex live

By Clara Faulkner, Operations Managing Editor / September 14, 2023

In the heart of the city, nestled within the confines of the MGM Fenway Music Hall, a transformational experience awaited the eager souls gathered there...