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Independent theaters depend on you

Kyla Smith February 13, 2024
Independent films also typically exhibit more diversity and don’t shy away from what is deemed “taboo.” Because of this creativity and divergence from the “norm,” they succeed in telling raw, emotional and thought-provoking stories that are palpable to audiences worldwide.
BU’s Initiative on Cities office at 75 Bay State Road. PHOTO BY FELIX PHILLIPS/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Initiative on Cities survey finds nationwide racial inequality in access to city services

Mike Reddy March 13, 2018
Boston University’s Initiative on Cities and the National League of Cities presented their latest research findings at the South by Southwest festival in Austin, Texas Sunday afternoon, detailing that most U.S. mayors who were surveyed said access to education, housing, healthcare and job opportunities were better for white people.
Boston-based bands Dirty Bangs (pictured) and Grey Season will be performing at Boston Calling Music Festival this weekend. PHOTO COURTESY DIRTY BANGS

Local bands Grey Season and Dirty Bangs amp up for Boston Calling

Olivia Nadel September 25, 2015

About a week after performing at the South by Southwest festival in Austin, Texas, last March, two Boston area bands each received an interesting email. One was addressed to the members of Dirty Bangs,...

The MUSE does Austin, SXSW-style

Daily Free Press Admin March 24, 2011

We know, you’re sick of it. The constant emails, announcements and showcase lineups that made you vacillate constantly between drooling jealousy and bewildered confusion as to how it could all be happening...

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