Olivia Deng
Arts Writer
Olivia Deng is an arts and culture writer who also covers politics and social movements. Her work has appeared in DigBoston, Boston Magazine, The Atlantic, Boston Art Review and more. She is also an illustrator and painter.
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Peabody Essex Museum conjures the spirit world in new exhibit
The exhibit features art and objects that mediums and magicians used during the Spiritualism movement in the 19th and 20th centuries, as well as work by contemporary artists and magic...
A musician's invitation to meditate on death at Mount Auburn Cemetery
Artist-in-residence Eden Rayz created a musical instrument from decommissioned organ pipes from the cemetery's Bigelow Chapel. She will perform a musical death meditation called “Nothingness is Impossible” on March 23.
Sinclair staff boycott music venue over fundraising concert for Israel
A group of around 150 people, including Sinclair workers and supporters, gathered outside of the venue Tuesday to protest Israeli singer-songwriter Ishay Ribo’s concert that raised funds for Israel. The...
Outsider art is in at the new Shoe Bones gallery in Salem
Shoe Bones will open its doors at 28 Boston St. in Salem on Feb. 11 with the goal of providing a space for outsider, queer and nontraditional artists to showcase...
Charlestown Rehearsal Studios has an uncertain future and unclear past
Charlestown Rehearsal Studios tenants are worried they will be next in a long line of musicians evicted from their practice spaces as developers buy the buildings to convert into lab,...
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A witchy fashion show takes to the runway in the spirit of transformation
Designer and performer Binx says that drag provides an opportunity to carve out her own style and transform herself into a larger-than-life character. Her latest fashion show is this weekend...
Industry nights offer service workers an opportunity to connect
These opportunities offer a chance to unwind, sell art and see live music for a group of individuals who are often in the position of serving crowds at events similar...
Somerville's Pink Noise Studios closes its doors
Established by audio engineer and musician Dan Thorn, the studio has recorded an estimated 50 bands and musicians, served as a practice space for around 15 bands and hosted approximately...
Brighton rehearsal space Sound Museum relocating to make way for life science campus
San Diego-based developer IQHQ purchased 155 N. Beacon St. for $50 million in March 2021 and plans to demolish the building and replace it with a campus totaling about 409,395...
Listen: Post-Punk Band True Faith Finds Inspiration For New Record At Medical School
“Leucovorin Rescue b/w What Is Owed” is atmospheric and fused with deep emotions, but also energetic, pulling from the pressures of medical school and the pandemic.