Club Passim To Celebrate Leap Day With Zachariah Hickman's BLEEP YEAR SHOW
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2020
Cover your ears, because Zachariah Hickman has the perfect way to celebrate leap year... using every swear word you can think of! Hickman has assembled a band to celebrate the big day with a concert so filthy it would make a sailor cry. Hickman and his cast of co-conspirators will present an evening dedicated to the finest songs that feature cursing. Hickman's 'Beep Year Show is an adults only show on Saturday, February 29th at Club Passim in Cambridge. Tickets are on sale now at Passim.org.
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2020
Cover your ears, because Zachariah Hickman has the perfect way to celebrate leap year... using every swear word you can think of! Hickman has assembled a band to celebrate the big day with a concert so filthy it would make a sailor cry. Hickman and his cast of co-conspirators will present an evening dedicated to the finest songs that feature cursing. Hickman's 'Beep Year Show is an adults only show on Saturday, February 29th at Club Passim in Cambridge. Tickets are on sale now at Passim.org.
Los Lobos Will Perform At Indian Ranch
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2020
Indian Ranch announced that Los Lobos will perform as part of the Indian Ranch Summer Concert Series in Webster, MA on Saturday, September 12th at 1:00 PM. Tickets go on-sale this Friday, February 21 at 10:00 AM and the Insiders Club Presale will take place Thursday, February 20 at 10:00 AM.
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2020
Indian Ranch announced that Los Lobos will perform as part of the Indian Ranch Summer Concert Series in Webster, MA on Saturday, September 12th at 1:00 PM. Tickets go on-sale this Friday, February 21 at 10:00 AM and the Insiders Club Presale will take place Thursday, February 20 at 10:00 AM.
BWW Review: HAMLET 360: THY FATHER'S SPIRIT at Commonwealth Shakespeare Company
by Andrew Child - February 15, 2020
It is interesting to look at the history of art and entertainment by analyzing the innovations which have been deemed exclusively novelties and written off as fleeting trends by their contemporaries. For film, color and sound were both considered by many to be cheap gimmicks that would quickly fade out of style, within a medium that itself was sure to merely exist for a brief moment in time. Yet, in the 21st century, we still praise the brilliant color work in movies by Wes Anderson and exalt the sounds in the works of Paul Thomas Anderson. When we look, however, at 3-D technologies ranging from the two-tone glasses technology from vintage cinemas, to warped screens which became popular with the release of Oklahoma! (explaining some of the bizarre cinematic sequences in that movie), to those distorted selfies your friend just figured out how to post on Facebook, none seem to have found a lasting hold beyond trendiness or novelty entertainment. Slightly different, though sharing some characteristics, virtual reality technology is gradually developing into a tool which may be the next lasting innovation in entertainment. While the development of the technology has mostly been pounced upon by the video game industry, the theatre and film worlds have found ways to benefit from and expand the possibilities of what audiences can engage with inside a pair of high-tech glasses. Notably, Robert LePage's company, Ex Machina, created an interactive, virtual experience called The Library at Night which let audiences roam through real and imagined libraries, including one underwater conundrum and the Library at Alexandria as it burned.
by Andrew Child - February 15, 2020
It is interesting to look at the history of art and entertainment by analyzing the innovations which have been deemed exclusively novelties and written off as fleeting trends by their contemporaries. For film, color and sound were both considered by many to be cheap gimmicks that would quickly fade out of style, within a medium that itself was sure to merely exist for a brief moment in time. Yet, in the 21st century, we still praise the brilliant color work in movies by Wes Anderson and exalt the sounds in the works of Paul Thomas Anderson. When we look, however, at 3-D technologies ranging from the two-tone glasses technology from vintage cinemas, to warped screens which became popular with the release of Oklahoma! (explaining some of the bizarre cinematic sequences in that movie), to those distorted selfies your friend just figured out how to post on Facebook, none seem to have found a lasting hold beyond trendiness or novelty entertainment. Slightly different, though sharing some characteristics, virtual reality technology is gradually developing into a tool which may be the next lasting innovation in entertainment. While the development of the technology has mostly been pounced upon by the video game industry, the theatre and film worlds have found ways to benefit from and expand the possibilities of what audiences can engage with inside a pair of high-tech glasses. Notably, Robert LePage's company, Ex Machina, created an interactive, virtual experience called The Library at Night which let audiences roam through real and imagined libraries, including one underwater conundrum and the Library at Alexandria as it burned.
SpeakEasy Stage Company and Boston Conservatory at Berklee form Exclusive Partnership
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2020
SpeakEasy Stage Company and Boston Conservatory at Berklee have announced an exclusive artistic and academic partnership between the two institutions, beginning in the spring of 2020. This alliance will enhance the hands-on experiences of the next generation of theatre artists at one of the most respected theatre companies in New England.
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2020
SpeakEasy Stage Company and Boston Conservatory at Berklee have announced an exclusive artistic and academic partnership between the two institutions, beginning in the spring of 2020. This alliance will enhance the hands-on experiences of the next generation of theatre artists at one of the most respected theatre companies in New England.
The Veterans' Company At Cape Rep Theatre Will Present RED HERRING, A Workshop
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2020
Cape Rep Theatre has announced Red Herring, by Michael Hollinger, performed by Cape Rep Theatre's Veterans' Company, directed by Art Devine; Friday, March 6 at 7 pm and Saturday, March 7 at 2 pm and 7 pm.
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2020
Cape Rep Theatre has announced Red Herring, by Michael Hollinger, performed by Cape Rep Theatre's Veterans' Company, directed by Art Devine; Friday, March 6 at 7 pm and Saturday, March 7 at 2 pm and 7 pm.
FOOTLIGHT FANTASIES Returns for 2020
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2020
Created by Melissa Becker and Susan Wasson, the ever popular fundraiser, Footlight Fantasies, returns with a show that's sure to shake the rafters and bring the house down.
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2020
Created by Melissa Becker and Susan Wasson, the ever popular fundraiser, Footlight Fantasies, returns with a show that's sure to shake the rafters and bring the house down.
Boston Conservatory At Berklee And SpeakEasy Stage Company Announce Exclusive Partnership
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2020
Boston Conservatory at Berklee and SpeakEasy Stage Company announce an exclusive artistic and academic partnership between the two institutions, beginning in the spring of 2020. This alliance will enhance the hands-on experiences of the next generation of theater artists at one of the most respected theater companies in New England.
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2020
Boston Conservatory at Berklee and SpeakEasy Stage Company announce an exclusive artistic and academic partnership between the two institutions, beginning in the spring of 2020. This alliance will enhance the hands-on experiences of the next generation of theater artists at one of the most respected theater companies in New England.
Tir Na Remounts Mark Doherty's TRAD This Spring At BCA
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2020
In 2010, Tir Na Theatre staged Mark Doherty's TRAD to critical acclaim and 'sold out' audiences. Artistic Director Colin Hamell is thrilled to announce Tir Na's remounting of what the Boston Globe called 'the quintessential Irish play' April 29 to May 17 at Boston Center for the Arts Plaza Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2020
In 2010, Tir Na Theatre staged Mark Doherty's TRAD to critical acclaim and 'sold out' audiences. Artistic Director Colin Hamell is thrilled to announce Tir Na's remounting of what the Boston Globe called 'the quintessential Irish play' April 29 to May 17 at Boston Center for the Arts Plaza Theatre.
Berkshire Theatre Group Announces 2020 Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2020
Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) and Kate Maguire (Artistic Director, CEO) are thrilled to announce Berkshire Theatre's 2020 Summer Season, with a casting sneak-peek. BTG will be releasing a complete season cast announcement at a later date.
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2020
Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) and Kate Maguire (Artistic Director, CEO) are thrilled to announce Berkshire Theatre's 2020 Summer Season, with a casting sneak-peek. BTG will be releasing a complete season cast announcement at a later date.
Berkshire Theatre Group Announces 2020 Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) and Kate Maguire (Artistic Director, CEO) are thrilled to announce Berkshire Theatre's 2020 Summer Season, with a casting sneak-peek. BTG will be releasing a complete season cast announcement at a later date.
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) and Kate Maguire (Artistic Director, CEO) are thrilled to announce Berkshire Theatre's 2020 Summer Season, with a casting sneak-peek. BTG will be releasing a complete season cast announcement at a later date.
Students From 15 Area Towns Perform In Un-Common's FROZEN JR.
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
The Un-Common Theatre Company is excited to bring its Young Performers Production of Disney's Frozen JR. to the Qualters Middle School in Mansfield, March 6-8, 2020. Come build a snowman with this talented cast of 31 kids who hail from 15 towns across Southeastern Massachusetts and Northern Rhode Island.
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
The Un-Common Theatre Company is excited to bring its Young Performers Production of Disney's Frozen JR. to the Qualters Middle School in Mansfield, March 6-8, 2020. Come build a snowman with this talented cast of 31 kids who hail from 15 towns across Southeastern Massachusetts and Northern Rhode Island.
Boston Baroque Announces 2020-2021 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
GRAMMY-nominated Boston Baroque is delighted to announce its 2020-2021 season. The seasona?"led by founding Music Director and Conductor Martin Pearlmana?"features some of the most beloved music of the repertoire performed by a roster of world-class soloists and the ensemble's celebrated orchestra and chorus. In addition to its annual Messiah and New Year's Eve performances, season highlights are a concert with superstar sopranoa?"and Metropolitan Opera regulara?"Susanna Phillips performing opera arias by Handel alongside his beloved Water Music Suite No. 1; Valentine's weekend performances of Bach's Magnificat and Handel's Ode for St. Cecilia's Day with soprano Jeanine De Bique and tenor Rufus Müller; and the much-anticipated annual semi-staged opera, Mozart's Così fan tutte, with soprano Layla Claire and mezzo-soprano Rebecca Ringle Kamarei leading the all-star cast.
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
GRAMMY-nominated Boston Baroque is delighted to announce its 2020-2021 season. The seasona?"led by founding Music Director and Conductor Martin Pearlmana?"features some of the most beloved music of the repertoire performed by a roster of world-class soloists and the ensemble's celebrated orchestra and chorus. In addition to its annual Messiah and New Year's Eve performances, season highlights are a concert with superstar sopranoa?"and Metropolitan Opera regulara?"Susanna Phillips performing opera arias by Handel alongside his beloved Water Music Suite No. 1; Valentine's weekend performances of Bach's Magnificat and Handel's Ode for St. Cecilia's Day with soprano Jeanine De Bique and tenor Rufus Müller; and the much-anticipated annual semi-staged opera, Mozart's Così fan tutte, with soprano Layla Claire and mezzo-soprano Rebecca Ringle Kamarei leading the all-star cast.
Chester Theatre Company Has Announced its 2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
Chester Theatre Company (CTC) has announced its upcoming season which includes its first-ever World Premiere commission, and a New England Premiere that will kick off the season which begins on June 18.
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
Chester Theatre Company (CTC) has announced its upcoming season which includes its first-ever World Premiere commission, and a New England Premiere that will kick off the season which begins on June 18.
Handel and Haydn Society's 2019-20 Season Will Continue With Bach's ST. MATTHEW PASSION
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
The Handel and Haydn Society will perform one of the greatest works in Western classical music, Bach's St. Matthew Passion, on Friday, April 3 and Sunday, April 5 at Boston's Symphony Hall. Under the direction of Artistic Director Harry Christophers, the H+H Orchestra, Chorus, and Youth Choruses will deliver a moving and spiritual musical experience.
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
The Handel and Haydn Society will perform one of the greatest works in Western classical music, Bach's St. Matthew Passion, on Friday, April 3 and Sunday, April 5 at Boston's Symphony Hall. Under the direction of Artistic Director Harry Christophers, the H+H Orchestra, Chorus, and Youth Choruses will deliver a moving and spiritual musical experience.
Chester Theatre Company Announces 2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
Chester Theatre Company (CTC) has announced a season that includes its first-ever World Premiere commission, and a New England Premiere that will kick off the season on June 18.
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
Chester Theatre Company (CTC) has announced a season that includes its first-ever World Premiere commission, and a New England Premiere that will kick off the season on June 18.
A New Generation Of Cirque Comes To Worcester
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
Experience the world's greatest talent assembled on one stage for an incredible evening when Cirque D'Or comes to The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts on Sunday, March 15 at 3 pm. Tickets are now on sale.
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
Experience the world's greatest talent assembled on one stage for an incredible evening when Cirque D'Or comes to The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts on Sunday, March 15 at 3 pm. Tickets are now on sale.
Jazzy New Rendition Of SWAN LAKE Lands At Greater Boston Stage Company February 15
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2020
Since its premiere in 1877, Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake has been a staple of dance companies all over the world. Its stunning choreography, lush score, and compelling tale of metamorphosis attracts audiences year after year. And like Shakespeare's plays, each production reinvents the classic tale in myriad ways: from more classic takes produced by the Bolshoi Ballet in the early to mid-20th century, to Matthew Bourne's modern interpretation featuring two male swans, to Natalie Portman's dark turn in the movie a?oeBlack Swan.a??
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2020
Since its premiere in 1877, Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake has been a staple of dance companies all over the world. Its stunning choreography, lush score, and compelling tale of metamorphosis attracts audiences year after year. And like Shakespeare's plays, each production reinvents the classic tale in myriad ways: from more classic takes produced by the Bolshoi Ballet in the early to mid-20th century, to Matthew Bourne's modern interpretation featuring two male swans, to Natalie Portman's dark turn in the movie a?oeBlack Swan.a??
Chris Evans, Tom Hiddleston, Ewan McGregor And Hayden Christensen Headline Boston ACE Comic Con This March
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2020
ACE Comic Con will return to the Northeast to open 2020, delivering some of the most popular stars from two of the biggest movie franchises in history. Chris Evans (Captain America), Tom Hiddleston (Loki) as well as Ewan McGregor (Obi-Wan Kenobi), Hayden Christensen (Anakin Skywalker) and Shameik Moore (Miles Morales, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse), making their ACE debuts, will headline ACE Comic Con Northeast at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC) in Boston, Massachusetts, on March 20-21-22, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2020
ACE Comic Con will return to the Northeast to open 2020, delivering some of the most popular stars from two of the biggest movie franchises in history. Chris Evans (Captain America), Tom Hiddleston (Loki) as well as Ewan McGregor (Obi-Wan Kenobi), Hayden Christensen (Anakin Skywalker) and Shameik Moore (Miles Morales, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse), making their ACE debuts, will headline ACE Comic Con Northeast at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC) in Boston, Massachusetts, on March 20-21-22, 2020.
Hub Theatre Company of Boston's 'Somewhat-Shakespeare' Season to Kick Off with WITTENBERG
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2020
Hub Theatre Company of Boston will launch its highly anticipated season of 'somewhat-Shakespeare' with Wittenberg, a witty and withering piece of historic fanfiction by award-winning playwright David Davalos. The show, directed by Daniel Bourque, runs Friday, March 27 through Saturday, April 11, 2020 at First Church Boston, 66 Marlborough Street in Boston's Back Bay.
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2020
Hub Theatre Company of Boston will launch its highly anticipated season of 'somewhat-Shakespeare' with Wittenberg, a witty and withering piece of historic fanfiction by award-winning playwright David Davalos. The show, directed by Daniel Bourque, runs Friday, March 27 through Saturday, April 11, 2020 at First Church Boston, 66 Marlborough Street in Boston's Back Bay.
Berkshire Theatre Group Will Welcome THE NASHVILLE BEAT WITH FABRIZIO AND THE FEVER
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2020
Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) will present The Nashville Beat with Fabrizio and the Fever at The Colonial Theatre on Friday, May 29 at 7pm. All proceeds go towards sending children to BTG PLAYS! summer camps through the Richie duPont Scholarship Fund. There will be a special performance by RO/BMS Winter Rock Band, an outgrowth of the Rock On and Berkshire Music School initiative to provide year-round music programs for teens in downtown Pittsfield.
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2020
Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) will present The Nashville Beat with Fabrizio and the Fever at The Colonial Theatre on Friday, May 29 at 7pm. All proceeds go towards sending children to BTG PLAYS! summer camps through the Richie duPont Scholarship Fund. There will be a special performance by RO/BMS Winter Rock Band, an outgrowth of the Rock On and Berkshire Music School initiative to provide year-round music programs for teens in downtown Pittsfield.
BMOP Presents 21st Annual Boston ConNECtion Concert
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2020
As New England Conservatory's (NEC) affiliate orchestra for new music, the Boston Modern Orchestra Project (BMOP) presents the 21st annual Boston ConNECtion concert featuring music by NEC students, alumni, and collaborators. This year's program includes the world premiere of Effleurage by 2020 BMOP/NEC Composition Competition winner Lavell Blackwell, three works by NEC's Malcolm Peyton Composer Artist-in-Residence Joseph Schwantner, as well as a solo violin performance by the 2020 BMOP/NEC Concerto Competition winner Ilana Zaks.
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2020
As New England Conservatory's (NEC) affiliate orchestra for new music, the Boston Modern Orchestra Project (BMOP) presents the 21st annual Boston ConNECtion concert featuring music by NEC students, alumni, and collaborators. This year's program includes the world premiere of Effleurage by 2020 BMOP/NEC Composition Competition winner Lavell Blackwell, three works by NEC's Malcolm Peyton Composer Artist-in-Residence Joseph Schwantner, as well as a solo violin performance by the 2020 BMOP/NEC Concerto Competition winner Ilana Zaks.
SpeakEasy Stage Company Presents THE CHILDREN
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2020
From February 28 to March 28, SpeakEasy Stage Company will proudly present the Boston premiere of the acclaimed drama THE CHILDREN by British playwright Lucy Kirkwood.
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2020
From February 28 to March 28, SpeakEasy Stage Company will proudly present the Boston premiere of the acclaimed drama THE CHILDREN by British playwright Lucy Kirkwood.
Artist Karen Hampton's Work on Cloth On Display at MRT for NINA SIMONE: FOUR WOMEN
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2020
Artwork by Karen Hampton, professor at MassArt and resident artist at Western Avenue Studios, will be on display at Merrimack Repertory Theatre for the entire run of Nina Simone: Four Women, February 12-March 8.
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2020
Artwork by Karen Hampton, professor at MassArt and resident artist at Western Avenue Studios, will be on display at Merrimack Repertory Theatre for the entire run of Nina Simone: Four Women, February 12-March 8.
Shakespeare & Company Announces 2020 Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2020
Shakespeare & Company is excited to announce its 2020 summer season, May 21 - October 18, 2020. Under the theme 'The Labyrinth of Love' the season includes Shakespeare titles: King Lear, Much Ado About Nothing, The Comedy of Errors, and, in a special workshop production, Measure for Measure. The contemporary plays this season are The Lifespan of a Fact by Jeremy Kareken, David Murrell, and Gordon Farrell; What Rhymes With America, by the Obie Award-winning playwright Melissa James Gibson; Row After Row by Jessica Dickey; Susan Smith Blackburn Award and Obie Award winner My Left Breast by Susan Miller; and Laurence Olivier Award winner Betrayal by Harold Pinter.
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2020
Shakespeare & Company is excited to announce its 2020 summer season, May 21 - October 18, 2020. Under the theme 'The Labyrinth of Love' the season includes Shakespeare titles: King Lear, Much Ado About Nothing, The Comedy of Errors, and, in a special workshop production, Measure for Measure. The contemporary plays this season are The Lifespan of a Fact by Jeremy Kareken, David Murrell, and Gordon Farrell; What Rhymes With America, by the Obie Award-winning playwright Melissa James Gibson; Row After Row by Jessica Dickey; Susan Smith Blackburn Award and Obie Award winner My Left Breast by Susan Miller; and Laurence Olivier Award winner Betrayal by Harold Pinter.
Boston Ballet Announces 2020–2021 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2020
Boston Ballet Artistic Director Mikko Nissinen announces programming for the 2020a?"2021 season. The season opens with a world premiere as part of a three-ballet program of William Forsythe's works. Nissinen's The Nutcracker returns to capture the imagination of audiences of all ages. The spring season includes a second world premiere by William Forsythe, Alexei Ratmansky's Symphony No. 9, and George Balanchine's Ballo della Regina, plus the Company premiere of Christopher Wheeldon's A Midsummer Night's Dream and the return of Marius Petipa's The Sleeping Beauty. The season concludes with a female-led program, part of Boston Ballet's ChoreograpHER Initiative. The Company's 57th season runs November 5, 2020 through May 30, 2021 at the Citizens Bank Opera House.
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2020
Boston Ballet Artistic Director Mikko Nissinen announces programming for the 2020a?"2021 season. The season opens with a world premiere as part of a three-ballet program of William Forsythe's works. Nissinen's The Nutcracker returns to capture the imagination of audiences of all ages. The spring season includes a second world premiere by William Forsythe, Alexei Ratmansky's Symphony No. 9, and George Balanchine's Ballo della Regina, plus the Company premiere of Christopher Wheeldon's A Midsummer Night's Dream and the return of Marius Petipa's The Sleeping Beauty. The season concludes with a female-led program, part of Boston Ballet's ChoreograpHER Initiative. The Company's 57th season runs November 5, 2020 through May 30, 2021 at the Citizens Bank Opera House.
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