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Dylan Segar (Class of 2027) looks through a rack of vintage clothing at Girls With The Fits’ booth at the Fabrio Art Market. The event was hosted by Fabrio, a student-run fashion magazine, on Nov. 17. MEGAN KWAN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Fabrio Arts Market creates interpersonal space for artists, customers

Hillary Hao November 21, 2024
Students weaved through rows of plastic tables showcasing vibrant, handmade art at the Fabrio Art Market, where vendors sold and traded everything from modified clothes and totes, to handmade art and jewelry, to resin dice and gel nails.
BU on Broadway performing “Magic to Do” from “Pippin” on Saturday. BUOB showcased their production of the musical “Pippin” at the Tsai Performance Center from Nov. 7 to 9. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

BU On Broadway’s musical comedy ‘Pippin’ explores life’s true meaning

Deanna Soukhaseum November 11, 2024
What began as a lighthearted comedy about a boy’s journey to fulfillment quickly evolved into a thought-provoking narrative that explored the illusion of perfection and the interplay of fate and free will. BU On Broadway, Boston University’s premier musical theater group, performed “Pippin” at the Tsai Performance Center from Nov. 7 to 9.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

My take on Stage Troupe’s dazzling ‘Murder on the Orient Express’

Ricardo Pons October 25, 2023
I love the original novel, which has been clear to me since I first read it, but much praise has been directed toward its intricate storyline and fascinating characters. Therefore, focusing on the factors largely controlled by the members of the BU Stage Troupe is the best course of action.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Dad music and South Campus | Maia’s Inner Monologue

Maia Penzer October 16, 2023
Welcome to the new week! I hope you had an enjoyable weekend. It’s a bit sad to transition back to the workweek, isn’t it? Let's take a moment to recap the weekend.
Mayor Michelle Wu and former mayor Kim Janey at the Boston Arts Academy reception.

Mayor Wu and former Mayor Kim Janey receive the Champion Award from the Boston Arts Academy Foundation

Adithya Iyer March 21, 2023
Mayor Michelle Wu and former Acting Mayor Kim Janey received this year’s Champion Award during a reception on Thursday from the Boston Arts Academy Foundation, an independent non-profit organization that raises funds for the Boston Arts Academy. Previous recipients include Rep. Ayanna Pressley, former Governor Charlie Baker and Governor Maura Healey.
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Senior Graphic Artist

Toxic masculinity, stereotypes and the performing arts | All Things Theater

Maia Penzer February 22, 2023
We must not only reduce the stigma around the art of performing, but also open a discussion about the adverse effects that descend from harmful labels placed on those in the industry.
Mayor Michelle Wu standing and smiling at the podium

Michelle Wu delivers her first State of the City address — announces limit on fossil fuels and changes to urban renewal projects, among other proposals

Matthew Eadie January 27, 2023
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu delivered her first “State of the City” address after a year in office Wednesday night at the MGM Music Hall at Fenway to a crowd of over 3,000 people.
The Embrace in Boston Common

Viewers react to the new installation of “The Embrace” statue

Julia Goujiamanis January 24, 2023
“The Embrace,” a statue commemorating Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, was unveiled Jan. 13 in Boston Common, generating various reactions and inspiring awe within the community.
A promotional poster for the Nozama Dance Collective’s “DISSENT” show. The show was performed at the Boston University Dance Theater on Dec. 3. COURTESY OF NOZAMA DANCE COLLECTIVE VIA THE BOSTON CALENDAR

‘We’re not afraid’: Nozama Dance Collective performs ‘Dissent’ at BU Dance Theater

Emily Wyrwa December 6, 2022
Nozama Dance Collective, a Boston-based contemporary dance company, had their 2022 show “DISSENT” at the Boston University Dance Theater on Dec. 3.
SubDrift Boston

Boston’s SubDrift chapter hosts art showcase at the MFA to celebrate Diwali

James Buckser October 31, 2022
Subcontinental Drift, a growing national arts movement uplifting South Asian communities, welcomed visitors from all over the Boston Area to their Diwali showcase at the Museum of Fine Arts for an evening of art, performances and cultural celebration on Oct. 27.
From left to right: Judy Braha, Julie Leven, Micah Rosegrant and Jonathan Allen composed Monday’s cross-department panel on the topic of creative entrepreneurship and innovation between the arts and other industries. MOHAN GE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Creative entrepreneurship panel redefines innovation

Ava Berger November 12, 2021
The panel aimed to include creatives in business and innovation discussions.
boston artist Zakiyyah

Candidates share vision for arts, culture in Boston at Create The Vote celebration

Cici Yu September 10, 2021
Mayoral candidates presented their visions for arts at a celebration of civic engagement Thursday.
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