Solon Kelleher
Arts Writer
Solon Kelleher is a contributor to WBUR. He was previously an arts reporting fellow at WBUR.
He graduated from New York University with a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and more recently from Northwestern University with a master’s in sound arts & industries.
He resides in Worcester where he works as the chief operating officer of George’s Coney Island, a restaurant that has been owned and operated by his family for four generations.
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Our favorite local music from July
This month's music roundup brings an angsty song layered with the irony of adulthood, a laid-back yet turned up hip-hop project, a compilation album inspired by a crowd-pleasing food, and...
The Dropkick Murphys ask 'Who'll Stand With Us?'
It’s been nearly 30 years since the Dropkick Murphys formed in Quincy. The band is out with a new album, "For the People," with lyrics that are pointed and aimed...
Passion Pit wants to hear your feedback
Michael Angelakos is reinventing Passion Pit, using residencies to workshop new music and engage fans directly. By sharing unfinished songs and embracing listener feedback he’s shaping the band’s future sound....
Our favorite local music from June
This month's music roundup brings a punk rock concept album inspired by a deck of playing cards, an Americana take on a Revolutionary soundtrack, and an irony-laden album that deliver...
Immigration and community take center stage in new play
In its world premiere, playwright Gaven D. Trinidad’s “Learning How to Read by Moonlight” follows a 6-year-old boy who has immigrated to the U.S. with his family. The show is...
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The Ground Round returns after two decades
Husband and wife team Joseph and Nachi Shea hope that a blend of modern appeal and nostalgic pull is enough to bring guests through the door.
Our favorite local music from April
From a fresh live album by a local stalwart to new DIY pop music, our critics round up the releases that caught their attention this month.
Worcester Art Museum announces opening date of new arms and armor galleries
The galleries will open to the public on Nov. 22 after more than a decade of planning, fundraising and construction. The newly designed, 5,000-square-foot space will display over 1,000 objects,...
ICA announces $100,000 award to celebrate women in art
Sarah Sze is the first to take home the new award. “Sometimes we say that Sarah Sze is like the art world's Matt Damon. She is somebody who is from...
Sir Babygirl loses her mind in new rock opera
The new show, “How To Stay Sane While Losing Your Mind,” shares its name and music with a yet to be released sophomore album by Sir Babygirl, the moniker of...