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Four big takeaways from the 2025 Philadelphia Fringe Festival
Theater attendance is on the rise. Here’s why it matters.
After managing coverage for dozens of Fringe shows, Alaina Johns is proud of the BSR team’s work, proud of Philly artists, and ready to share her top takeaways from this year’s festival.
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The BSR editor’s picks for the 2025 Philadelphia Fringe Festival
Need help navigating the fest? BSR is here!
If you want to get your butt to some art during this year’s Fringe but don’t know where to start, we’re here for you. Editor-in-chief Alaina Johns shares some of her top picks for 2025.
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A radical act: 2025 Philly Fringe artists tackle illness and disability
Healthcare is a human right for artists, too
A worsened healthcare crisis is about to hit Philadelphia. Artists are disproportionately affected, and they’re speaking up on behalf of all of us in this year’s Fringe. Alaina Johns helps you find their shows.
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Wanamaker Building partners announce arts lineup in the Grand Court starting in September
Welcome back to the Wanamaker
The Wanamaker Building in Center City has been standing empty since Macy’s left, but the public is invited back soon for a new arts program, and the continuation of popular holiday events. Alaina Johns visits.
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I feared liberals, and then I became one. But I’m still evolving, and you can, too.
My political journey probably isn’t what you expected.
With partisan politics so toxically entrenched in America, it can be tough to admit that you’re open to change. This Fourth of July, Alaina Johns is thinking about her conservative upbringing.
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BSR writers speak up about the June 14 No Kings protests in Philly and beyond
Marchers make history, instead of repeating it
The June 14 No Kings Day protest, organized to reclaim the American flag and oppose unconstitutional actions by the Trump administration in favor of democracy and the rule of law, drew millions of marchers across the country. BSR writers reflect.
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SEPTA’s “doomsday” cuts would be devastating to Philly arts and culture
Arts lovers must speak up now for public transit funding
A “doomsday” budget that would slash SEPTA service by 45 percent and raise fares by more than 20 percent poses an existential threat to Philly’s cultural sector. But if we all speak up now, we can save our city. Alaina Johns looks closer.
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People criticizing “Hands Off” rallies are ignoring disabled protestors
Disabled people are powerful activists. Do not discount us in the streets.
Criticism or dismissals of the "Hands Off" protests sweeping the US this April aren't just coming from the right. Some left-wing voices are discounting the protest as well. Both sides are ignoring disabled people's courage. Alaina Johns considers.
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Seven historic Philly civil rights activists who demand your solidarity today
When we stand up for justice, we don’t stand alone: now and throughout history
Solidarity doesn’t just mean supporting justice today. It means honoring the work of past activists and realizing that we stand with them. Alaina Johns asks if we will despair, or if we’ll continue their work.
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A Valentine’s Day counter-romance roundup
Eight media picks to explore love outside of sex, romance, and marriage
Three hundred and sixty-four days a year, most of society puts romance above any other kind of relationship. Then, on Valentine’s Day, the message gets even harder to escape. Alaina Johns loves these alternatives.
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