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Emerson College’s only independent, student-run newspaper since 1947

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Emerson College’s only independent, student-run newspaper since 1947

The Berkeley Beacon

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

A musical metamorphosis: The Eras Tour

A musical metamorphosis: The Eras Tour

September 12, 2023

Spoiler Warning With its awe-inspiring grandeur, undeniable charisma, and repertoire that spans Taylor Swift’s illustrious career, “The Eras Tour”...

Multi-hyphenate Emerson alum releases second book ‘The Other Side of Infinity’

Multi-hyphenate Emerson alum releases second book ‘The Other Side of Infinity’

April 26, 2023

Emerson alum Joan F. Smith ‘10 released her second young adult novel “The Other Side of Infinity” on April 25. She graduated from the Creative Writing...

Who let the dogs out? Alum Dan Perrault did.

Who let the dogs out? Alum Dan Perrault did.

April 26, 2023

Get ready for belly-aching laughter and heartwarming moments as "Strays," the latest comedy film written by alum Dan Perrault, hits theaters on June 9.  The...

The “Quasi” combo of cannabis and comedy

The “Quasi” combo of cannabis and comedy

April 20, 2023

Coming from the comedy troupe that brought you “Super Troopers” and “Beerfest,”  Broken Lizard brings a new take on the 1996 film “Hunchback...

Stage before ComEx!

ComEx: A Comedy Extravaganza Shines a Spotlight on the Comedic Arts Department

April 20, 2023

Bouts of laughter filled the Semel Theater last weekend thanks to the hard work of Emerson’s Comedic Arts Department, who hosted the college’s third...

Constellations’: the multiverse of what if’s

‘Constellations’: the multiverse of ‘what if’s’

April 12, 2023

Boston’s Vermillion Theater staged their interpretation of “Constellations,” portraying young love throughout different universes—highlighting...

How to narrativize an ethical argument

How to narrativize an ethical argument

April 12, 2023

Daniel Goldhaber’s “How to Blow Up a Pipeline,” adapted from the 2021 book of the same name, is concerned with one question: why can’t fun movies...

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Emerson’s historic “Jelly’s Last Jam” comes alive after four-year roadblock

April 5, 2023

Though the cast of “Jelly’s Last Jam” wasn’t mic'd, their powerful voices resonated throughout the Semel, echoing Emerson’s first all-Black musical’s...

Colony House “Cannonballs” into Paradise Rock Club

Colony House “Cannonballs” into Paradise Rock Club

April 5, 2023

Outside the Paradise Rock Club, fans of indie rock band Colony House felt the rumbling bass and heard the explosive energy of the band's soundcheck as...

Fear and Loathing in Spiderland: freshman band makes an impact on the music world of Emerson

Fear and Loathing in Spiderland: freshman band makes an impact on the music world of Emerson

March 29, 2023

You just woke up for your 8 a.m. class. You’re exhausted, and you think some music will help. You scroll through the songs saved on your phone and realize,...