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The student newspaper of Wellesley College since 1901

The Wellesley News

Wellesley Holds Fall Faculty Concert

Sophia Bodor, Contributing Writer | November 6, 2025
Wellesley’s Music Department held its Fall Faculty Concert on Nov. 1 at 7 p.m. in Jewett Auditorium with the theme “In Between.” Faculty performers met this theme with pieces that explored resonance and dissonance, leading and following and uncertainty and security, which showcased the rich variety of influences within the department.

Stardew Valley: Symphony of Seasons Performs in Boston

Mars Halvaksz, Staff Writer | October 22, 2025
On Oct. 5, the Stardew Valley: Symphony of Seasons orchestra performed in Boston. Symphony of Seasons is the second iteration of the Stardew Valley concert series, with Festival of Seasons occurring in 2023.
Rickie Lee Jones (left) and Patty Griffin (right) perform at The Chevalier Theater.

Rickie Lee Jones and Patty Griffin at the Chevalier Theater

Sage Levy, Staff Writer | October 22, 2025
Two of America's most distinctive and celebrated singer-songwriters, Patty Griffin and Rickie Lee Jones, recently made a stop in Medford, MA during their first-ever co-headlining tour. The iconic performers enchanted the audience with their unique voices and powerful storytelling.

Alt-Pop artist Emei stops in Boston for “RABBITHOLE” tour

Iris Zhan | May 6, 2025

Emei, an alt-pop artist from LA, returned to Boston in March on her “RABBITHOLE” tour. A Chinese-American musician with a growing following, Emei is no stranger to Wellesley College — she performed...

Miguel Zenón and Luis Perdomo perform “El Arte Del Bolero”

Miguel Zenón and Luis Perdomo perform “El Arte Del Bolero”

Margaret Jenkins | March 31, 2025

On March 1, I had the pleasure of going to see jazz artists Miguel Zenón and Luis Perdomo perform their two-part EP, “El Arte Del Bolero,” here on Wellesley’s campus. As a member of the Wellesley...

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Your favorite “Stranger Things” actor is going on tour

Lucia Chen | March 23, 2025

Many have heard of Netflix’s “Stranger Things” actor Joe Keery, but you might not have heard of his alter ego, Djo. Djo garnered worldwide attention when his song “End of the Beginning” from...

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St. Olaf Choir sings of hope

Margaret Jenkins | February 19, 2025
Performing at Wellesley College as part of their 2025 Winter Tour of the East Coast, the St. Olaf Choir achieved exactly what they had intended: a message of hope and light in dark times.
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Leon Thomas brings his tour “Mutt” to Boston

Kiya Watson, Staff Writer | December 5, 2024

On Nov. 15, Leon Thomas brought his “MUTT” album tour to Boston, featuring special guest Toney Handsome. Many people may know Leon Thomas from his role as the hilarious and talented Andre Harris on...

ZaZa performs at The Rockwell.

ZaZa & the Psychedelic Orchestra: stars on the rise

Sage Levy, Staff Writer | November 13, 2024
ZaZa & the Psychedelic Orchestra captivated The Rockwell with a bold performance blending pop, rock and musical theater. With a 17-piece band and unforgettable stage presence, they put on a show that proved they’re destined for greatness.
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Wellesley Widows present their fall teaser concert “Good Pitch, Bad Witch”

Kiya Watson | November 11, 2024

On Nov. 3, The Wellesley Widows hosted their Fall Teaser Concert with a special performance from S-Factor, Tufts’ all-male vocal group which centers music from the African diaspora. Students in support...

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Isaac Dunbar performs at Wellesley’s Fall Concert

Iris Zhan | October 31, 2024

When Isaac Dunbar asked “who here is gay?” the enthusiastic response made it clear that Dunbar, a Massachusetts-based musician and Wellesley’s 2024 Fall Concert artist, had found his target audience.  On...

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Charli XCX and Troye Sivan bring “Sweat Tour” to Boston

Lucia Chen | October 18, 2024

On Friday, Sept. 27 at 11:28 a.m., I received a call from my roommate in the middle of my science lab. “I just won Sweat Tour tickets!” she screamed. After calming down, she explained that a radio...

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