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NU professor debuts new gallery exhibit

NU professor debuts new gallery exhibit

October 13, 2016
“Inundated,” a new exhibit of works by Mira Cantor, a Northeastern professor of art, was unveiled at the Kingston Gallery in the South End on Oct. 5. The show features nine seascapes she created on her sabbatical to Ireland this past spring.
"Here All Night" honors Beckett's literary legacy

“Here All Night” honors Beckett’s literary legacy

October 12, 2016
ArtsEmerson hosted the New England debut performance of "Here All Night," a musical interpretation of the works of playwright Samuel Beckett, created and performed by Irish theatre company Gare St Lazare Ireland on Thursday, Oct. 6.
Column: H&M "celebrates" women, exploits workers

Column: H&M “celebrates” women, exploits workers

October 11, 2016
A few weeks ago, H&M released an advertisement for its new collection, supposedly challenging stereotypes of what it means to be ladylike. The ad features boxer Fatima Pinto, trans model and actress Hari Nef, plus-sized models Paloma Elsesser and Katy Syme and other strong, non-conforming, diverse women who reject traditional beauty standards. Needless to say, this was wonderful, but only on the surface.
"Powerful Fusion" created by Puerto Rican drummer

“Powerful Fusion” created by Puerto Rican drummer

October 6, 2016
Renowned Puerto Rican percussionist Henry Cole will perform his show “Powerful Fusion” at the Villa Victoria in the South End after discussing his career, experience in the music world, technique and more at a free master class at Northeastern Crossing this Friday, Oct. 7.
Event calendar: Oct. 6 - 12

Event calendar: Oct. 6 – 12

October 5, 2016
Your go-to guide for fun across Boston this week.
BreakBeat Poets perform for hip-hop generation

BreakBeat Poets perform for hip-hop generation

October 5, 2016
An energetic crowd gathered in the Amilcar Cabral Memorial Center in the John D. O’Bryant African-American Institute for a night of words, power and passion courtesy of the BreakBeat Poets on Friday, Sept. 30.
Cyborg technology allows non-musicians to perform

Cyborg technology allows non-musicians to perform

October 5, 2016
Practice no longer required.
Film Festival highlights Latin American life

Film Festival highlights Latin American life

October 5, 2016
The 14th Boston Latino International Film Festival (BLIFF) took place from Thursday, Sept. 29 through Oct .2, showcasing more than 15 films from the U.S. and Latin America.
Live graffiti created in South End Open Market

Live graffiti created in South End Open Market

September 29, 2016
The graffiti artists of Boston were out in the open this Sunday at the first annual Off the Wall event at the South End Open Market.
NU helps alumnus reach his "Finish Line"

NU helps alumnus reach his “Finish Line”

September 29, 2016
Art has long been used as a coping mechanism – an organic way of expressing the joys and sorrows we have regarding our world. It seems the worse our global situation becomes, the need for more poignant and pensive art increases.
Column: Art for climate justice

Column: Art for climate justice

September 29, 2016
It has been two years since the People’s Climate March, the largest of its kind in history, took place in New York City. Many of us can still recall the anger, energy and hope evoked by that historic day, but few paid attention to the visually striking artworks that made the event so memorable.
Upbeat music, heels at Marimba Cabaret

Upbeat music, heels at Marimba Cabaret

September 29, 2016
Percussionist, vocalist and self-proclaimed high heel-enthusiast Brian Calhoon was joined by director Greg Jukes on Wednesday, Sept. 21 for the second iteration of the Marimba Cabaret, which showcases Calhoon’s love of various musical genres.