After The Oakland Fire, Brooklyn Artists Keep Up Their Alternative Events And Spaces – And Keep An Eye Out For The Cops

“The authorities have said the deadly fire at the Oakland warehouse, known as the Ghost Ship, trapped partygoers in a jury-rigged warren of art studios and living spaces. The loss has been deeply felt in Brooklyn. But while the deaths have stirred new introspection and prompted vows to be safer, the risky venues will persist, viewed by users as essential to emerging artists as radio was to rock ‘n’ roll.”