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Time of India
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Meet the passionate singer from New York, aiming to hit all 30 MLB stadiums with her national anthem performances
This singer's dream to sing the national anthem at all 30 MLB stadiums is gaining national attention (Instagram/ @alitheanthemgirl) Ali Berke isn't just chasing a dream—she's singing her way through it, one stadium at a time. The 24-year-old pop singer from New York, who's earned the nickname Ali The Anthem Girl, has taken on an ambitious and heartwarming mission: to perform the national anthem in all 30 Major League Baseball stadiums. With 16 already checked off her list, she's now over halfway there. Ali Berke's anthem dream: Hitting high notes in MLB Stadiums across America Ali Berke's journey began with a memorable moment at one of baseball's most iconic venues. 'A few years ago, I got the opportunity to sing at Fenway Park for the Boston Red Sox,' Berke recalled. 'We were thinking how cool it could be if we could do all 30. I just think it will be a huge accomplishment and something I could check off my bucket list.' That single performance planted the seed for a nationwide anthem tour that has since taken her to stadiums in New York, Boston, Philadelphia, and most recently, Steinbrenner Field in Tampa. While the nerves that once accompanied her have faded, Berke admits there's still a moment of tension before each performance. 'I think the beginning is the hardest part just because you're trying to, like, the first time you open your mouth, it's kind of nerve-racking,' she shared. 'I think that's kind of the most anxiety part. Once I'm three words in, I'm good.' Off the field, Berke is equally dedicated to her craft as a singer-songwriter. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Thousands Are Saving Money Using This Wall Plug elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Click Here Undo 'I've been doing original music since I was 13,' she said. 'This is kind of my side venture. The big goal, the big picture, is always my original music…I'm in the studio all the time working. When I'm not in the studio, I'm traveling to do an anthem.' Often accompanied by her father and boyfriend, Berke covers all her own travel expenses, driven by nothing more than passion and the love of performing. With San Francisco next on her schedule for June 26, her anthem journey continues—uniting music and baseball, one ballpark at a time. She has a dream and that's something unique. Also Read: Paul Skenes dominates again, but his name enters the MLB record books for a reason he'd rather avoid
Axios
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
Scoop: Regal South Beach could be replaced by "Superhuman" art museum
The only major movie theater in Miami Beach could be shut down and replaced by a museum concept founded by a marijuana industry entrepreneur and former political prankster. Why it matters: Regal South Beach is back on the chopping block after surviving a 2023 corporate downsizing effort — and a familiar face is behind the new redevelopment plans. Driving the news: BH 1100 Lincoln Road LLC, the owner of the 1100 Lincoln Road property, and a business associate are seeking city approval to redevelop the theater into an "immersive modern art museum" called the Superhuman Museum. The intrigue: Steve Berke, a former Miami Beach mayoral candidate whose comical campaign tactics gained national attention back in 2011, is listed as an applicant on the plans and refers to himself as the CEO of the Superhuman Museum on LinkedIn. What they're saying: Berke, who co-founded the International Church of Cannabis in Denver, tells Axios that Superhuman won't be like traditional art museums, which often feel like visiting a "graveyard of art." Large-scale "immersive installations" will share space with "blue chip pieces" from artists like Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat, he says. Seventeen exhibits, full of art and "cutting-edge technology," will "encourage visitors to explore their inner spiritual thoughts," Berke says. "We believe that everyone who enters will exit as a new person, smiling, and spiritually enriched." Catch up quick: Berke, who ran for mayor in 2011 and 2013, is a Yale-educated entrepreneur whose resumé includes being a reality TV show contestant and parody songwriter with several viral YouTube music videos. His current business ventures include the International Church of Cannabis, a marijuana-themed light show venue housed in an old Lutheran church, and a Fort Lauderdale pizzeria called Munchie's Pizza Club. During his political campaigns, Berke used music videos and publicity stunts — like the time he had Sexy Sax Man serenade the mayor — to raise awareness for his political platform and try to land an MTV documentary. What's next: The city's Planning Board is scheduled to consider the application at its July 1 meeting. If a requested conditional use permit is approved, the interior of the building will be gutted. "Our plans are to use the existing infrastructure of the theaters to create a unique narrative based walk through experience that takes you from theater to theater," Berke says.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Lawn care business gets head start on spring cleanup
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Spring cleanup is in full swing for a lawn and landscaping business. 'Our phones are blowing up,' The Yard Barbers Owner Bo Berke said. From trimming to raking, to mowing, crews with the Yard Barbers are busy getting properties ready for the warmer months ahead. Jewish comedian heckled at Sioux Falls comedy club 'We go see what kind of shrubs are on the property, grasses, perennials, all that type of thing. We come in, we'll shape them up, trim them up, it's ready to go for the spring growth it will have. And in these landscape beds, there's all this grass, leaves, debris in there, sticks that's fallen from trees, we'll come in, blow those out, clean it up,' Berke said. The Yard Barbers started this spring cleanup last week, which is ahead of schedule. 'Usually we start April 15th, but obviously with the winter we had that's kind of shot in the dark,' Berke said. The Yard Barbers, which also offers snow removal, is coming off a mild winter in KELOLAND. 'We had a lot of guys standing around, washing equipment, but we're ready. We're excited, most energy we've had in a long time,' Berke said. Like many lawn and landscaping businesses, they're hoping that energy continues through the summer. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
