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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

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Illustration Rachel Choi

‘Wicked’ shows us the importance of female friendships

By Hannah Hughes, Beacon Contributor / December 4, 2024
Cynthia Erivo rises on the screen to deliver her final, triumphant high note in “Defying Gravity.” My roommates and I are holding hands, squeezing tight.
Conan Gray. (Creative Commons)

Found Heaven: Toxic love against a neon background

By Hannah Hughes, Beacon Correspondent / December 3, 2024

Conan Gray’s most recent album, “Found Heaven,” pays homage to the bright, chunky sound of the ‘80s with its bold instrumentation, electronic...

Graphic Rachel Choi

What’s really behind college students’ election anxiety?

By Hannah Hughes, Beacon Contributor / November 7, 2024

It’s hard to believe that Election Day came so quickly, after months of waiting. As proud as I am to have voted, I can’t help but feel this pit in...

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Halloween comes alive with ‘Cirque Of The Dead’

By Hannah Hughes, Staff Writer / October 30, 2024
With the Halloween season finally here, Boston Circus Guild’s annual “Cirque Of The Dead” is back at Arts at the Armory in Somerville.
A performance from the Good Trouble Brass Band

Brass music fills Davis Square during HONK! Festival

By Hannah Hughes, Beacon Correspondent / October 8, 2024
“Why do we honk? How do we honk? When do we honk?” These were the questions asked by performers during the HONK! Festival’s opening ceremonies on Saturday.
Ignite Festival lights up the night in Union Square

Ignite Festival lights up the night in Union Square

By Hannah Hughes, Beacon Correspondent / October 2, 2024
Ignite Festival brings the heat to Somerville, with fiery food, performances, and a spicy curry eating contest, all to showcase the community’s diversity.