By: Shira Laucharoen
A number of outdoor events and festivals are happening this weekend. There's Commonwealth Shakespeare Company's free staging of “A Midsummer Night's Dream” on Boston Common.
Shira Laucharoen is a freelance arts and culture writer for WBUR and serves as the assistant director for the Boston Institute for Nonprofit Journalism. Her work predominantly explores themes in arts and entertainment, including theater, cultural movements, and pop culture, with a focus on events, concerts, and festivals. Shira's writing has been featured in Boston.com, Our Community Now, WBUR, NewsBreak, and Sampan Newspaper.
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Shira's coverage predominantly focuses on the local food and beverage scene, including restaurant reviews, bar recommendations, and seasonal features. She also covers topics related to books and bookstores.
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