The Heights

‘Young, Gifted, & Black’: B.E.A.T.S. Brings Black History to BHM Showcase

Maria Beatriz Saldanha • February 9, 2025

With every song, the audience’s cheers of “queen,” “wow,” and “You go [name]” made it clear—the night was nothing short of a success.

BC A Cappella Groups Unite in Fall Showcase

Leah Stitzel and Kathy Lu • November 3, 2024

On Saturday, Nov. 2, the Robsham Theater Arts Center welcomed five of Boston College’s a cappella groups to its stage for the fall A Cappella Showcase.

Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Week of Feb. 18

Opinions • February 19, 2024

From BCID’s “Eire’s Show” to SASA’s culture show, this past week has been jam-packed with performances from BC’s incredible arts groups. Sexual Chocolate’s 25th anniversary show drew an impressive crowd to Robsham, and campus is already filled with excitement for the much-anticipated ALC Showdown later this semester.

B.E.A.T.S Gives Students of Color a Voice Through A Cappella

Sofia Torres • February 23, 2023

Black Experience in America Through Song (B.E.A.T.S.) is not just an a cappella group but a safe space for students of color on campus.

B.E.A.T.S. Sings With Soul on Social Commentary

Austin Hord • February 25, 2018

B.E.A.T.S. (Black Experience in America Through Song) performed their traditional blend of R&B and soul, focusing on the social impact of their music.

BEATS Winter Show Entertains Audience With Crowd-Pleasing A Cappella

Isabella Dow • December 3, 2017

BEATS drew a large and dedicated crowd to their Winter Show by mixing harmony with comedy.

The Heightsmen Warm Up for Fall Café

Jacob Schick • November 13, 2017

The Heights sat down with the Heightsmen, Boston College’s all male a cappella group to discuss the group as a whole, as well as their upcoming show on Friday, November 17.

BC Needs More Rehearsal Space for Dance and A Cappella Groups

The Heights Editorial Board • October 17, 2017

"The limited space for dance and a cappella groups to rehearse on campus stagnates the growth of the arts at BC."

Performance Groups Feel Pressure When Searching for Space to Practice

Jacob Schick • October 15, 2017

Dance teams and a cappella organizations struggle to find sufficient and adequate practice space on Boston College's campus.

A Cappella Crowds Coalesce to Crush Cancer

Caroline McCormack • September 19, 2016

Featuring the best of BC's many a cappella gangs, this year's A Cappella Fest led to the mingling of '80s sounds, colorful ballads, and alternative pop in a night fueled by the purpose of a wholesome cause.

Finding Different Pieces of Myself

Leigh Channell • May 5, 2016

There is a reason the sappy, transformative college experience exists as a cliche. Not because it is easy to understand or wistfully desirable, but because it is very real.

The Acoustics Find Their Inner Dinosaur For ‘Jurassic Parkapella’

Summer Lin • March 23, 2015

The Acoustics’ spring show featured SNL-like comedy skits, Jurassic Park-themed costumes, and a showcase of the group’s soloists.