The King and I: Hilarious and Heart-Wrenching
Rodgers and Hammerstein. There are no names in the history of Broadway that carry quite the same gravitas. The duo were masters of their craft, as evidenced by their repertoire […]
Events:
The Flower, The Labor, and The Sea
September 27, 2025 - June 28, 2026
An Interview with Patrick Sweany
Nashville musician Patrick Sweany has never been one to conform to his surroundings. In a city where country is kind, Sweany brings an invigorating blend of roots, blues and Motown […]
In Defense of Kaepernick
In defense of Kaepernick, when I joined the army, I did not swear to uphold the national anthem. I did not swear to protect the flag. I swore an oath to uphold […]
Local Comic Book Studio Publishes Both Cute and Creepy
Rhode Island’s tight community has been a focal point to showcase New England’s arts and entertainment at events such as Rhode Island Comic Con (RICC). One of those returning to […]
RI Comic Con Turns 5
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy is a wholly remarkable book. Though it contains many omissions and much of it is apocryphal, or at least wildly inaccurate, it has become […]
Nerds Do It, Geeks Do It …
Unlike “cool,” the undefeated champion of slang words, “nerd” means many things to many people. It was once an insult hurled by jocks at smart kids who ate paste and […]
An Interview with Chad Verdi, Bleed for This Producer
Bleed for This, the story of RI boxing legend Vinny “Paz” Pazienza is a film that many on the filmmaking side figuratively bled for as well. Producer Chad Verdi, of […]
Pin-up: Emily Haynes
Do you have a nickname? I have a few nicknames. I’m called Little Em, Goo, Goobles, Emmygoo, Nenny, Nen, and my grandfather called me Hellbones. What do you never leave […]
An Interview with Boxing Great Vinny Paz
Bleed for This, a film documenting local boxer Vinny Paz’s recovery from a neck injury, premieres next month. In advance of the premiere, Motif contributor and friend of the Pazman, […]
IMBIBE: The Draven
Should you find yourself in need of a respite from the Comic Con fray, take a short walk down to Aurora on Westminster. There, you’ll find so much more than […]