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Ben Masten

Ben Masten

Ben Masten is a freelance writer, native New Yorker and a student at the Craig Newmark School of journalism at CUNY.
Feb
25
Teknopolis brings VR, Interactive Art, and Singing Clones to BAM

Teknopolis brings VR, Interactive Art, and Singing Clones to BAM

“Virtual Growth” lights up a cityscape. Photo—Mike Benigno/ BAM publicity photo. On Saturday, inside an exhibition hall at BAM
3 min read
Oct
10
BAM’s New Artistic Director Previews His First Next Wave Festival

BAM’s New Artistic Director Previews His First Next Wave Festival

David Binder by Jesse Winter/BAMThe Next Wave Festival at BAM has always been a showcase for new, exciting theater.
4 min read
Dec
21
Caught Between Rising Waters and Rising Rates In Brighton Beach

Caught Between Rising Waters and Rising Rates In Brighton Beach

Hassan Ahmad at home in Brighton Beach. Ben Masten/BklynerBRIGHTON BEACH – Earlier this year, Hurricanes Florence and Michael cut huge
3 min read
Oct
31
On A Community Board, Frustration (And Hurt Feelings) Over Term Limits

On A Community Board, Frustration (And Hurt Feelings) Over Term Limits

Pat Singer (center) in her office at the Brighton Neighborhood Association in Brighton Beach. Photo Ben Masten/BklynerCONEY ISLAND – This
3 min read