BWW Review: WHAT THE JEWS BELIEVE at Berkshire Theatre Group Leaves Audiences With Lots to Think About.
by Marc Savitt - October 01, 2019
At it's core, WHAT THE JEWS BELIEVE is a poignant story about the loss of faith and the journey to find it. Moreover, it is about life. The joys, sadness, fears, and many of the overwhelming number of questions that come with it. To his credit, playwright, Mark Harelik, goes to great lengths to pose a plethora of questions most of have, or will have to deal with. It is both notable and admirable that he does so without providing answers. About the choices we make as well as their consequences and impact. Harelik encourages us to think but never tells us how, what, or why we should do so.
by Marc Savitt - October 01, 2019
At it's core, WHAT THE JEWS BELIEVE is a poignant story about the loss of faith and the journey to find it. Moreover, it is about life. The joys, sadness, fears, and many of the overwhelming number of questions that come with it. To his credit, playwright, Mark Harelik, goes to great lengths to pose a plethora of questions most of have, or will have to deal with. It is both notable and admirable that he does so without providing answers. About the choices we make as well as their consequences and impact. Harelik encourages us to think but never tells us how, what, or why we should do so.
BWW Review: SUNSET BOULEVARD: Alice Ripley Puts Her Stamp on Norma Desmond
by Nancy Grossman - September 30, 2019
In the annals of musical theater, Norma Desmond is one of those larger than life characters, like Mame Dennis, Dolly Levi, and Eva Peron, who cries out for an actor with a specific and rare combination of skills to play the role. Tony Award-winner Alice Ripley ascends to playing the faded silent-screen star in the North Shore Music Theatre production of SUNSET BOULEVARD, after originating the role of Betty Schaefer in the 1994 original Broadway cast which starred Glenn Close. In so doing, Ripley joins the pantheon of singular talents who have put their personal stamp on the musical iteration of Norma, stepping out of the shadow of the indelible mark Gloria Swanson made on celluloid in Billy Wilder's 1950 film.
by Nancy Grossman - September 30, 2019
In the annals of musical theater, Norma Desmond is one of those larger than life characters, like Mame Dennis, Dolly Levi, and Eva Peron, who cries out for an actor with a specific and rare combination of skills to play the role. Tony Award-winner Alice Ripley ascends to playing the faded silent-screen star in the North Shore Music Theatre production of SUNSET BOULEVARD, after originating the role of Betty Schaefer in the 1994 original Broadway cast which starred Glenn Close. In so doing, Ripley joins the pantheon of singular talents who have put their personal stamp on the musical iteration of Norma, stepping out of the shadow of the indelible mark Gloria Swanson made on celluloid in Billy Wilder's 1950 film.
Christopher Lydon Joins Cast Of SALTONSTALL'S TRIAL
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
Christopher Lydon has been cast as the Reverend John Ward in a?oeSaltonstall's Triala?? a new play about the Salem Witch Trials on stage at The Larcom Theatre in Beverly, Mass., October 17-27.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
Christopher Lydon has been cast as the Reverend John Ward in a?oeSaltonstall's Triala?? a new play about the Salem Witch Trials on stage at The Larcom Theatre in Beverly, Mass., October 17-27.
Handel And Haydn Society To Perform Mozart's Jupiter Symphony
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
With trumpets and drums lending a fittingly regal air, the Handel and Haydn Society will bring the joy of Mozart's Jupiter Symphony to Symphony Hall on Friday, November 8, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, November 10 at 3 p.m. at Symphony Hall.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
With trumpets and drums lending a fittingly regal air, the Handel and Haydn Society will bring the joy of Mozart's Jupiter Symphony to Symphony Hall on Friday, November 8, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, November 10 at 3 p.m. at Symphony Hall.
The Handel And Haydn Society To Bring Studio Concerts To Marblehead
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
The Handel and Haydn Society Orchestra will celebrate the intersection of music and art in the presentation of Studio Concerts, performing jewels of the Baroque era in the intimate setting of acclaimed artist Jonathan Sherman's Marblehead studio on November 9, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
The Handel and Haydn Society Orchestra will celebrate the intersection of music and art in the presentation of Studio Concerts, performing jewels of the Baroque era in the intimate setting of acclaimed artist Jonathan Sherman's Marblehead studio on November 9, 2019.
A.R.T. to Host Open House Sunday, October 13
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, under the leadership of Terrie and Bradley Bloom Artistic Director Diane Paulus and Executive Producer Diane Borger, invites the public to visit its mainstage, the Loeb Drama Center at 64 Brattle Street in Harvard Square, for an Open House on Sunday, October 13 from 12PM until 4PM.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, under the leadership of Terrie and Bradley Bloom Artistic Director Diane Paulus and Executive Producer Diane Borger, invites the public to visit its mainstage, the Loeb Drama Center at 64 Brattle Street in Harvard Square, for an Open House on Sunday, October 13 from 12PM until 4PM.
The Umbrella Stage Company Celebrates Grand Opening Of New Mainstage
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
The Umbrella Community Arts Center came alive with the sights and sounds of Broadway last night to celebrate the launch of its newly minted professional company, The Umbrella Stage Company, and the grand opening of its new home - a just-constructed, state-of-the-art, 344-seat mainstage theater at 40 Stow Street.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
The Umbrella Community Arts Center came alive with the sights and sounds of Broadway last night to celebrate the launch of its newly minted professional company, The Umbrella Stage Company, and the grand opening of its new home - a just-constructed, state-of-the-art, 344-seat mainstage theater at 40 Stow Street.
VIDEO: First Look at ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD at Huntington Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
Tom Stoppard's genre-bending comedy, Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead comes to the Huntington Theatre Company helmed by Norma Jean Calderwood Artistic Director Peter DuBois. Performances began September 20 at the Avenue of the Arts / Huntington Avenue Theatre (264 Huntington Avenue, Boston) and will run through October 20. Tickets are now on sale to the general public.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
Tom Stoppard's genre-bending comedy, Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead comes to the Huntington Theatre Company helmed by Norma Jean Calderwood Artistic Director Peter DuBois. Performances began September 20 at the Avenue of the Arts / Huntington Avenue Theatre (264 Huntington Avenue, Boston) and will run through October 20. Tickets are now on sale to the general public.
Kristen Lee Sergeant Returns To Boston
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2019
Celebrate Kristen Lee Sergeant's return to the Boston stage with her new DownBeat Editor's Pick album a?oeSmoldera?? at Berklee's Red Room @ Club 939, Thursday, October 10, 7 pm. Joining Sergeant will be special guest and Grammy winner Ted Nash, pianist Jeb Patton, and local heavy-hitters Robert Gullotti (drums) and Gregory Ryan (bass).
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2019
Celebrate Kristen Lee Sergeant's return to the Boston stage with her new DownBeat Editor's Pick album a?oeSmoldera?? at Berklee's Red Room @ Club 939, Thursday, October 10, 7 pm. Joining Sergeant will be special guest and Grammy winner Ted Nash, pianist Jeb Patton, and local heavy-hitters Robert Gullotti (drums) and Gregory Ryan (bass).
BWW Review: BEAUTIFUL at Hanover Theatre In Worcester, MA
by Jan Nargi - September 28, 2019
While the Earth didn't exactly move during the national tour stop of BEAUTIFUL at the Hanover Theater in Worcester this week, this more successful than most biographical jukebox musical did set off an occasional temblor. No surprise, those moments came when the show's legendary subject, Carole King, was channeled by her doppelganger Kennedy Caughell alone at the piano.
by Jan Nargi - September 28, 2019
While the Earth didn't exactly move during the national tour stop of BEAUTIFUL at the Hanover Theater in Worcester this week, this more successful than most biographical jukebox musical did set off an occasional temblor. No surprise, those moments came when the show's legendary subject, Carole King, was channeled by her doppelganger Kennedy Caughell alone at the piano.
Broadway In Boston JERSEY BOYS On Sale This Monday
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2019
Broadway In Boston announced today that tickets will go on sale Monday, September 30 for the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning hit musical JERSEY BOYS, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. JERSEY BOYS will play the Emerson Colonial Theatre March 18 a?" 22, 2020 as part of the Lexus 2019-2020 Broadway In Boston Season.
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2019
Broadway In Boston announced today that tickets will go on sale Monday, September 30 for the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning hit musical JERSEY BOYS, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. JERSEY BOYS will play the Emerson Colonial Theatre March 18 a?" 22, 2020 as part of the Lexus 2019-2020 Broadway In Boston Season.
Handel and Haydn Society to Honor the Diversity of its Community with EVERY VOICE
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2019
Members of the Handel and Haydn Society Orchestra and Chorus will lift their voices to celebrate the diverse communities that make up the city of Boston at the Every Voice concert for peace and justice. Presented in partnership with the Unitarian Universalist Urban Ministry and Union United Methodist Church, the free performances will take place at the First Church in Roxbury at 3pm on Saturday, November 2 and at the Union United Methodist Church in the South End at 3pm on Sunday, November 3.
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2019
Members of the Handel and Haydn Society Orchestra and Chorus will lift their voices to celebrate the diverse communities that make up the city of Boston at the Every Voice concert for peace and justice. Presented in partnership with the Unitarian Universalist Urban Ministry and Union United Methodist Church, the free performances will take place at the First Church in Roxbury at 3pm on Saturday, November 2 and at the Union United Methodist Church in the South End at 3pm on Sunday, November 3.
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company Announces New Leadership
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2019
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company (CSC) has announced that Associate Artistic Director Adam Sanders has assumed the position of Managing Director of CSC. His past position of Associate Artistic Director will be filled by Elliot Norton Award-winning director Bryn Boice, who will be in charge of CSC's Apprentice Program, CSC2 and Stage2, CSC's Shakespeare performances for young audiences. They will both support Artistic Director Steven Maler in continuing the work of CSC for future seasons.
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2019
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company (CSC) has announced that Associate Artistic Director Adam Sanders has assumed the position of Managing Director of CSC. His past position of Associate Artistic Director will be filled by Elliot Norton Award-winning director Bryn Boice, who will be in charge of CSC's Apprentice Program, CSC2 and Stage2, CSC's Shakespeare performances for young audiences. They will both support Artistic Director Steven Maler in continuing the work of CSC for future seasons.
Artist Daniel Alexander Jones Comes To Boston College, October 1
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2019
The Boston College Theatre Department will host interdisciplinary artist Daniel Alexander Jones, who will present a lecture as part of the University's Matthew R. DeVoy and John H. DeVoy IV Perspectives on Theatre Series. The free, public event--on Tuesday, October 1 at 6:00 p.m.a?"will be held in the Robsham Theater Arts Center, located on BC's Chestnut Hill Campus.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2019
The Boston College Theatre Department will host interdisciplinary artist Daniel Alexander Jones, who will present a lecture as part of the University's Matthew R. DeVoy and John H. DeVoy IV Perspectives on Theatre Series. The free, public event--on Tuesday, October 1 at 6:00 p.m.a?"will be held in the Robsham Theater Arts Center, located on BC's Chestnut Hill Campus.
Casting Announced For Disney's THE LION KING In Boston
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2019
Casting has been announced for Disney's THE LION KING at the Citizens Bank Opera House on October 3, 2019 for a limited four-week engagement through October 27, 2019 as part of the 2019/2020 Lexus Broadway In Boston Season.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2019
Casting has been announced for Disney's THE LION KING at the Citizens Bank Opera House on October 3, 2019 for a limited four-week engagement through October 27, 2019 as part of the 2019/2020 Lexus Broadway In Boston Season.
House Of Blues Boston Will Host Chadwick Stokes in an Annual Benefit For Calling All Crows
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2019
Chadwick Stokes announced his 12th annual benefit concert in support of Calling All Crows at the House of Blues on Saturday, December 21st. Performing with his band the Pintos, money raised at the concert will help channel the power of live music toward community change for women and girls. Special guests will be announced soon. Tickets for the concert are $36 and up and are available at LiveNation.com.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2019
Chadwick Stokes announced his 12th annual benefit concert in support of Calling All Crows at the House of Blues on Saturday, December 21st. Performing with his band the Pintos, money raised at the concert will help channel the power of live music toward community change for women and girls. Special guests will be announced soon. Tickets for the concert are $36 and up and are available at LiveNation.com.
ROALD DAHL'S WILLY WONKA Takes Stage At Wheelock Family Theatre This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2019
In the wondrous world of Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka, 'splendiferous' is a word, rivers are made out of chocolate, bubblegum never loses its taste, and, as the lyric goes, 'you can even eat the dishes'! On Wonka's quest to find an heir for his delectable dreamscape, he cooks up a contest for five lucky children around the world to win a golden ticket and tour his chocolate factory. But what these children do not know is that Wonka has also concocted five temptation rooms -- interpreted in WFT@BU's production as gluttony, pride, greed, envy, and anger (sound familiar?) -- to catch anyone who does not have the moral compass to lead his mouth-watering kingdom. Only one child will win a golden ticket and the factory, but it is only through genuine honesty and kindness that he or she will rise.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2019
In the wondrous world of Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka, 'splendiferous' is a word, rivers are made out of chocolate, bubblegum never loses its taste, and, as the lyric goes, 'you can even eat the dishes'! On Wonka's quest to find an heir for his delectable dreamscape, he cooks up a contest for five lucky children around the world to win a golden ticket and tour his chocolate factory. But what these children do not know is that Wonka has also concocted five temptation rooms -- interpreted in WFT@BU's production as gluttony, pride, greed, envy, and anger (sound familiar?) -- to catch anyone who does not have the moral compass to lead his mouth-watering kingdom. Only one child will win a golden ticket and the factory, but it is only through genuine honesty and kindness that he or she will rise.
The Mighty Mighty Bosstones Announce Hometown Throwdown 22
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2019
The Mighty Mighty BossToneS announce that their 22nd HomeTown ThrowDown will take place December 27, 28, and 29 at House of Blues located at 15 Landsdowne Street, in Boston, MA. Tickets are $25 and will go on sale Friday, September 27, at 10am EST here: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/01005733E854785B. All shows are all ages with general admission seating. Doors open at 7pm and shows begin at 8pm. Opening bands will be announced shortly.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2019
The Mighty Mighty BossToneS announce that their 22nd HomeTown ThrowDown will take place December 27, 28, and 29 at House of Blues located at 15 Landsdowne Street, in Boston, MA. Tickets are $25 and will go on sale Friday, September 27, at 10am EST here: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/01005733E854785B. All shows are all ages with general admission seating. Doors open at 7pm and shows begin at 8pm. Opening bands will be announced shortly.
BWW Review: TIME STANDS STILL at Shakespeare & Company Examines Change and Choice.
by Marc Savitt - September 26, 2019
Over the span of two hours, TIME STANDS STILL explores the relationship between the individuals and the two couples at a crucial juncture in each of their lives. Their desire to move forward in conflict with the comfort of clinging to the past. Will they fight, challenge, accept, reject, change, or stand still?
by Marc Savitt - September 26, 2019
Over the span of two hours, TIME STANDS STILL explores the relationship between the individuals and the two couples at a crucial juncture in each of their lives. Their desire to move forward in conflict with the comfort of clinging to the past. Will they fight, challenge, accept, reject, change, or stand still?
Photo Flash: Huntington Theatre Company Presents ROSENCRANTZ & GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
Tom Stoppard's genre-bending comedy, Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead comes to the Huntington Theatre Company .
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
Tom Stoppard's genre-bending comedy, Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead comes to the Huntington Theatre Company .
The Umbrella Kicks Off Bold Theater Season In New State-Of-The-Art Facility
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
The Umbrella Stage Company is pleased to announce its 2019/2020 season, including an expanded six-show lineup staged in two newly constructed theaters at 40 Stow Street, as well as a variety of flexible new ticketing and subscription offerings.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
The Umbrella Stage Company is pleased to announce its 2019/2020 season, including an expanded six-show lineup staged in two newly constructed theaters at 40 Stow Street, as well as a variety of flexible new ticketing and subscription offerings.
Rachel Bay Jones, Christine Pedi and More Highlight Fall/Winter in Provincetown
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
Provincetown's Art House theater has announced a busy lineup of performances for P-Town's once quiet and now bustling a?oeoff-seasona?? fall and winter months. Slated to perform will be longtime venue favorites including Varla Jean Merman, Well-Strung, Melissa Ferrick, all-female rock band BETTY, Sirius XM star Christine Pedi, pop-classical vocalist & violinist Edmund Bagnell (of the group Well-Strung), and a Broadway @ The Art House debut performance by recent Tony winner Rachel Bay Jones with Seth Rudetsky as music director and host.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
Provincetown's Art House theater has announced a busy lineup of performances for P-Town's once quiet and now bustling a?oeoff-seasona?? fall and winter months. Slated to perform will be longtime venue favorites including Varla Jean Merman, Well-Strung, Melissa Ferrick, all-female rock band BETTY, Sirius XM star Christine Pedi, pop-classical vocalist & violinist Edmund Bagnell (of the group Well-Strung), and a Broadway @ The Art House debut performance by recent Tony winner Rachel Bay Jones with Seth Rudetsky as music director and host.
DANCING WITH THE STARS LIVE Comes To The Boch Center
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
The Boch Center, Elite Entertainment & Parachute Concerts announced that America's favorite dance show returns to Boston with 'Dancing With The Stars: Live!' at the Boch Center Wang Theatre for two performances on Thursday, January 16 and Friday, January 17, 2020 at 7:30PM. Tickets for both shows are on sale now.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
The Boch Center, Elite Entertainment & Parachute Concerts announced that America's favorite dance show returns to Boston with 'Dancing With The Stars: Live!' at the Boch Center Wang Theatre for two performances on Thursday, January 16 and Friday, January 17, 2020 at 7:30PM. Tickets for both shows are on sale now.
The Company Theatre Brings Back A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM After 40 Years
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
To celebrate its landmark 40th anniversary season, The Company Theatre is bringing its inaugural show back to the stage. A Midsummer Night's Dream, William Shakespeare's enchanting comedy of love and errors, marked the birth of The Company Theatre in 1978 and is returning in spectacular fashion with a revival that captures the whimsy of Shakespeare's work.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
To celebrate its landmark 40th anniversary season, The Company Theatre is bringing its inaugural show back to the stage. A Midsummer Night's Dream, William Shakespeare's enchanting comedy of love and errors, marked the birth of The Company Theatre in 1978 and is returning in spectacular fashion with a revival that captures the whimsy of Shakespeare's work.
Jacob's Pillow Announces 2019-2020 Pillow Lab Artist Residencies
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
Jacob's Pillow announces this season's artist residencies offered at the Pillow Lab, its year-round incubator of new work. The annual season of customizable residencies supports U.S.-based and international dance artists during crucial development, research, and technical stages of choreography-driven projects. The 2019-2020 recipients include Kyle Abraham, Aszure Barton, Brian Brooks, Milka Djordjevich, Alice Gosti, Kinetic Light, Stephanie McKee-Anderson, Aakash Odedra, RUBBERBAND, Didy Veldman, and Yaa Samar! Dance Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
Jacob's Pillow announces this season's artist residencies offered at the Pillow Lab, its year-round incubator of new work. The annual season of customizable residencies supports U.S.-based and international dance artists during crucial development, research, and technical stages of choreography-driven projects. The 2019-2020 recipients include Kyle Abraham, Aszure Barton, Brian Brooks, Milka Djordjevich, Alice Gosti, Kinetic Light, Stephanie McKee-Anderson, Aakash Odedra, RUBBERBAND, Didy Veldman, and Yaa Samar! Dance Theatre.
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