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SUMMARY:Which Side?: A Protest Music Teach-Out
DESCRIPTION:Which Side?: A Protest Music Teach-Out returns with another night of music\, storytelling\, and solidarity on Tuesday\, May 19\, 2026\, at The Burren Backroom in Somerville.  Launched last July as an experiment in pairing protest songs with conversation\, the series has grown into a vital monthly forum where artists and audiences come together to listen\, reflect\, and organize through music. \nThe May gathering will feature a fresh lineup of performers\, including Joan Anderman\, The Bags\, Mark Erelli\, Najee Janey\, Brendan Murphy (Autumn Hollow)\, and Safiya\, each backed by the house band\, The Paid Protesters who will be led by Magen Tracy (keys)\, along with Paul Buckley (drums)\, Michelle Paulhus (bass)\, Mike Oram (guitar)\, Anthony Kaczynski (guitar) and Eric Salt (guitar/percussion). \n\nAdmission: Advance reservations are pay-what-you-can. All proceeds are used to pay performers and event staff. The shows are generally fully subscribed in advance\, but a limited number of tickets may be available at the door on the night of the show.\nSeating Policy: Reservations strongly suggested; tickets will be released at 7:30 p.m. if not claimed. All ages welcome. Lineup subject to change without notice.
URL:https://csindie.com/event/which-side-a-protest-music-teach-out/
LOCATION:The Burren\, 247 Elm St.\, Somerville\, MA\, 02144
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Indiefest: a CSI Launch Party & Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Save the date: Indiefest (May 21 at Bow Market)\nJoin us in Upstairs at Bow at Bow Market for a night of live entertainment in support of the Cambridge Somerville Independent\, a new people-powered newsroom\, dedicated to keeping our community informed\, connected and engaged. \n\n\nThe Independent is built on the belief that “we’re all in this together.” Strong local media is a critical component of strong communities\, but we can’t do it alone. We need your help to support journalism that amplifies our neighbor’s voices\, highlights our dynamic arts scene\, and fosters the thoughtful civil discourse that keeps our democracy alive. \nA slate of live entertainment\, including musicians\, comedians and more\, keep the ”fun” in “fundraising.” All proceeds go to supporting the vital work at the Independent. Buy a ticket\, donate\, spread the word. \nLINEUP \nMusic by Battlemode / Lavagxrl \nComedy by Dan Boulger / Gabi Hajos \nCommunity tabling by Boston Institute for Nonprofit Journalism / Rebecca Kopycinski / EveryDejaVu Records / CSI / More TBA
URL:https://csindie.com/event/indiefest-a-csi-launch-party-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Bow Market\, 1 Bow Market Way\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Music
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SUMMARY:Black Swan
DESCRIPTION:Tony Award winner Sonya Tayeh (Gatsby at A.R.T.\, Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway) returns to the A.R.T. to bring the Academy Award-nominated psychological thriller Black Swan to the stage. Pressure builds\, boundaries blur\, and reality begins to slip as Nina strives to rise from the ballet corps to the lead role in Swan Lake. This bold new musical adaptation is a haunting exploration of ambition\, power\, and the cost of perfection.
URL:https://csindie.com/event/black-swan/
LOCATION:American Repertory Theater\, 64 Brattle St.\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Tourmaline: Book Talk & Signing
DESCRIPTION:Artist\, filmmaker\, and national bestselling author Tourmaline will discuss her new book\, Marsha\, published in May 2025. The book is the definitive biography of revolutionary trans activist Marsha P. Johnson and was named a National Bestseller and selected by The New York Times for its Nonfiction Spring Book Preview. Harvard Bookstore will sell copies of the book on site\, and a signing will follow Tourmaline’s presentation.
URL:https://csindie.com/event/tourmaline-book-talk-signing/
LOCATION:The Armory\, 191 Highland Ave.\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143
CATEGORIES:Book Talk
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