Writing and Design Samples
I was not unable to attend Eat Boston's Bacon and Beer Festival, but I was able to interview Aaron Cohen and Lovin' Spoonfuls founder Ashley Stanley for TNGG. Excerpt: “The demographics of hunger are changing so much, so the conversation of hunger relief needs to change along with it,” said Spoonfuls founder Ashley Stanley. “Non-perishables are an outdated approach to a current problem. [Lovin’ Spoonfuls] is a way we can talk about [hunger] directly, with transparency, and say, ‘We can make a difference! There...
Here's the first installment of a series I'm writing on being a bridesmaid in your 20's. Excerpt: In the movie Bridesmaids, Annie worries that she won’t be sharing wine-and-magazine nights with bride-to-be Lillian for much longer. You, too, may be afraid that your relationship with your friend is going to change, but keep in mind that she’s the same person she’s always been, only she’s dealing with new -- and, thankfully, temporary -- stresses. When you consider all of the wedding industry spam emails, family...
Excerpt from Small theatre company Exquisite Corps 'kickstarts' fundraising for new production: Have you ever played the game Telephone, where you pass along a message to friends in a circle? The last person usually utters a phrase completely different from the original, much to the players’ great amusement. Exquisite Corpse is theSurrealist version of Telephone: Artists and writers pass around a picture or story, and each contributor blindly adds something to it. When a group of Boston-based performers banded...
I think it's safe to say I'm particularly fond of writing about eating and drinking. For professional purposes, I'll refer to my favorite categories as "entertainment and culture". In Brookline, Massachusetts, you will find numerous restaurants, most of which offer delightful menus and comfortable surroundings, and may have a small bar area in addition to a great drink list. The Next Great Generation Boston posts stories about establishments that are truly "bars" first and foremost, though they may also serve amazing...
Excerpt: "In celebration of Valentine’s Day, many couples proclaim their undying love and passion for each other over a special meal. But on Saturday afternoon, Drink Craft Beer, Taza Chocolate, and 550 of their closest friends shared their undying love and passion for beer and chocolate at “Can’t Keep ‘Em Apart -- A Beer & Chocolate Love Story.” Lovers and groups of friends eagerly waited in line outside of Taza’s Somerville factory for their chance to sample four pairings of Northeast-brewed beers...
Another article is up on TNGG! Here's my second story on Boston's small theatre scene. For Bostonians, it's not too hard to imagine winter lasting all year long, despite our rather mild winter thus far. The characters in local theater company Imaginary Beasts’ new panto production, The Half-Baked and Hard-to-Swallow History of Humpty Dumpty or, One Egg is Enough!, aren't too pleased with that prospect becoming a reality, but Old King Icicle seems hell-bent on freezing the kingdom. Pantos derive their name...
Here's an excerpt from my latest article on tools & supplies young renters might want to have on hand. The goal is to write a DIY beat on occasion, so there may be more stories along this vein in the future! In your quest to make your living space in that quaint brownstone, multi-family house, or giant high-rise feel more home-like, chances are you’ve encountered plenty of DIY projects. An Ikea coffee table might only require a hammer and screwdriver (and the ability to interpret the instructions), but you’ll...
Cyclomundo's website has been update with a spiffy new look. Many of my tour descriptions have been updated, including two brand-new Normandy tours. Interested in a short escape to Mont-Saint-Michel? How about a longer journey to Brittany, Normandy and Jersey?
New theatre company marks Boston's playbills with 'Fresh Ink' Please check out my story and if you're in the area, go see the show! Excerpt: Boston’s small theatre scene is affordable, lively, and incredibly engaging -- not surprising, given the city’s pool of talented, dedicated individuals. While many students and recent college grads join companies to gain acting, directing, or lighting and costume design experience, this inclusive, collaborative community includes participants of all ages. “The people in...
My passions have always been art, writing, and culture; I seek to channel my passions in a meaningful way and build a career I love. At the moment, in addition to a full-time copywriting position, I freelance for Cyclomundo and blog for The Next Great Generation (TNGG) Boston.
Please email me at bethopolis@gmail.com with any inquiries. I also offer French to English creative translation services.
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