Nathan Tavares

Culture Writer

Nathan Tavares writes about culture for WBUR, with an interest in celebrating queer topics and diverse voices in Boston and beyond. He is a former assistant editor at The Improper Bostonian and his work has appeared in Boston magazine, Boston.com, Out and elsewhere. His debut fiction novel, "A Fractured Infinity," comes out on Nov. 1, 2022, and is a universe-hopping sci-fi road trip with a queer love story at its core.

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Clockwise from top left: Celisse, RÜFÜS DU SOL, Cliff Notez, Horsegirl and Orville Peck will all perform at the 2022 Boston Calling. (Courtesy Boston Calling)

5 musical acts to watch at this year's Boston Calling

From a subversive country star to a confessional homegrown rapper, Nathan Tavares recommends acts to tune into outside of the headlining bands.

Arts & Culture

May 23, 2022

Artist Cedric Douglas works on the mural he is installing commissioned by the Cultural Alliance of Medfield at the Medfield State Hospital. The mural's concept centers on the healing power of music, building on the Hospital’s legacy of health and wellness.(Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Former Medfield State Hospital Is Transforming Into A Cultural Hub

Still in the early stages, plans are to revive the property with a mix of indoor and outdoor performing arts and education venues, and even a culinary arts center.

Local Coverage

May 21, 2021

5 Reasons To Feel Hopeful About Boston Area Restaurants

From new patios to a pop-up serving sandwiches on super-soft Japanese milk bread, here are some restaurants to check out in and around the city.

Local Coverage

Apr 6, 2021

6 Black-Owned Restaurants To Support, Not Just During Black History Month

From sauce-smothered, fall-off-the-bone ribs to rich biryanis doused with slow-simmered sauces, check out the food at six Black-owned restaurants in Boston.

Local Coverage

Feb 3, 2021

Luna watching television in a still from "The Fall of the House of Usher." (Courtesy operabox.tv/Boston Lyric Opera)

Boston Lyric Opera's 'The Fall Of The House Of Usher' Tackles The Unraveling American Dream

Weaving animation and archival footage, this new cinematic version of Philip Glass’s opera based on Edgar Allan Poe’s short story, intertwines three stories capturing varying views of the nation.

Local Coverage

Jan 28, 2021

A woman reaches to touch a lighthouse ice sculpture, Friday, Dec. 31, 2019, in Boston. Ice sculptures make a return to the Boston Harborwalk for the 2020 First Night celebration. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

How To Celebrate First Night 2021 In Boston

Beloved Boston performers will share the stage with artists from throughout New England for showcases ranging from traditional Chinese drum pieces to hip-hop sendups.

Local Coverage

Dec 28, 2020

The Boston Ballet performs "The Nutcracker." (Courtesy Liza Voll/Boston Ballet)

'Tis The Season For Streaming: 7 Local Productions Go Virtual To Celebrate The Holidays

From “The Nutcracker” to “Black Nativity,” some of Boston’s favorite holiday traditions are moving online to provide some holiday cheer.

Local Coverage

Dec 9, 2020

A tunnel of snowflake lights at the Marshfield Holiday Light Show. (Courtesy BOLD Media)

Five Festive Holiday Light Displays To Enjoy By Car Or On Foot

Whether you’re looking to stroll through the trees on foot or reimagine your car as a reindeer-led sleigh, we rounded up five area light shows that offer physically distanced season’s...

Local Coverage

Dec 8, 2020

Left to right, Jim Power Jr. of the New England Historic Genealogical Society with Paula Peters and Steven Peters at the opening of an exhibit. (Courtesy SmokeSygnals)

A Mother-And-Son Duo Are Re-Examining History To Illuminate Wampanoag Stories

Paula and Steven Peters -- the managing partners behind the creative agency SmokeSygnals -- are separating historic fact from American myth.

Local Coverage

Nov 27, 2020

Victoria Pedretti (left) and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth in “The Haunting of Bly Manor.” (Courtesy Eike Schroter/Netflix)

On Halloween Night: A Five-Course Pairing Of Food And Fright

To celebrate All Hallows Eve, we have a curated list of streaming scary content paired with local treats from new area eateries.

Local Coverage

Oct 29, 2020