Parks in Newton have served as a respite for residents throughout the pandemic. No matter the season, Newton Parks and Recreation Commissioner Nicole Banks said she has seen an increase in the number of Newtonians frequenting these public spaces.
Metro, Arts, Newton
Newton Community Pride Fills Vacant Storefronts with Artwork
A photograph of a vibrant red archway in Mexico next to a red “for rent” sign draws public attention in an otherwise empty Newtonville storefront window. As a part of a new public art initiative sponsored by Newton Community Pride, vacant Newton storefronts will display professional artwork in an effort to beautify the city.
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SoWa Artists Welcome New Customers
The SoWa Art + Design District welcomes guests to explore over 60 galleries and meet artists in their element on the first Friday of every month. The area is home to the largest concentration of contemporary art galleries in Boston, according to its website. There are more than 20 galleries within a two-block radius and…
Metro, Arts, Theatre
Huntington Theatre Company to Hold in-Person Performances
After over a year without live performances, the Huntington Theatre Company will be ushering in a new wave of theatre-lovers to Boston this season. The Huntington announced on Thursday that it will be open for in-person, indoor shows during the 2021-2022 season.
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i’m yours: Encounters with Art in Our Times Reflects Pandemic-Era Themes
On display at the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston (ICA), i’m yours: Encounters with Art in Our Times addresses the new role of art and art museums in people’s lives as they adjust to the changes brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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‘Women Take the Floor’ Highlights Diversity in the Art World
Can you name five women artists? This question is displayed by the entrance of the Women Take the Floor exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, prompting attendees to consider the lack of female recognition in the art world.
Metro, Arts, Newton
Parlor Performances Share Inspiration and Diversity with Newton
“Every opportunity these days to perform and to get my music out there is greatly appreciated and exciting in and of itself,” Yoni Battat said. “But of course it comes with sadness, remembering what performing used to be like before the pandemic.”
Metro, Arts, Boston
MFA Boston Celebrates Hip-Hop Culture With Multifaceted Exhibit
In the post-graffiti movement, pioneered by Jean-Michel Basquiat in 1980s New York City, street art evolved to become recognized in the fine arts world. His legacy is celebrated in “Writing the Future: Basquiat and the Hip-Hop Generation” at the MFA.
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MFA Extends Showing of ‘Monet and Boston: Lasting Impressions’
One of the largest collections of Claude Monet paintings is on display at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA) for the first time since it was originally displayed at this location 25 years ago. Known for his use of muted palettes and simple brush strokes, Monet’s revered works once again bring a sense of serenity to Boston in Monet and Boston: Lasting Impressions.
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Outdoor Art Show ‘Hatched: Breaking Through the Silence’ Brightens Boston Winter
The Esplanade Association (EA) is presenting “Hatched: Breaking through the Silence,” a four-week visual-auditory experience at the DCR Hatch Memorial Shell.
