BWW Review: THE TOTALITARIANS: Too True to be Good
by Nancy Grossman - September 07, 2016
Gloucester Stage Company presents the New England premiere of Peter Sinn Nachtrieb's THE TOTALITARIANS, an over-the-top satire about an unqualified female political candidate wooing the electorate by promising 'Freedom from Fear.' GSC Managing Director Jeff Zinn makes his local directing debut and keeps everything moving at a good clip, and the four actors do what they can with a quartet of less than likable characters. If you like your humor broad, this may be the comic relief you seek during this chaotic election season.
by Nancy Grossman - September 07, 2016
Gloucester Stage Company presents the New England premiere of Peter Sinn Nachtrieb's THE TOTALITARIANS, an over-the-top satire about an unqualified female political candidate wooing the electorate by promising 'Freedom from Fear.' GSC Managing Director Jeff Zinn makes his local directing debut and keeps everything moving at a good clip, and the four actors do what they can with a quartet of less than likable characters. If you like your humor broad, this may be the comic relief you seek during this chaotic election season.
Photo Coverage: The Metromen Reunite At The Barn In Egremont
by Stephen Sorokoff - September 07, 2016
The Metromen were a New York City-based rock group of the late 1970s, early 1980s, that created their own brand of punk/rock music aiming to combine sophistication and humor. They recently re-united and performed at a new venue, THE BARN at The Egremont Village Inn in Egremont, MA. The Metromen rose out of the new wave period which was typified at the time by acts such as Joe Jackson, The Police and Elvis Costello, all of which were a large influence on the music and style of the band.
by Stephen Sorokoff - September 07, 2016
The Metromen were a New York City-based rock group of the late 1970s, early 1980s, that created their own brand of punk/rock music aiming to combine sophistication and humor. They recently re-united and performed at a new venue, THE BARN at The Egremont Village Inn in Egremont, MA. The Metromen rose out of the new wave period which was typified at the time by acts such as Joe Jackson, The Police and Elvis Costello, all of which were a large influence on the music and style of the band.
O'Neill Expert Brings Insights to Tennessee Williams Festival
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2016
The Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theater Festival has announced that O'Neill expert Robert M. Dowling will be the special guest scholar at the Tennessee Williams Institute (TWI), the educational/performance arm of the Festival which takes place September 22 - 25, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2016
The Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theater Festival has announced that O'Neill expert Robert M. Dowling will be the special guest scholar at the Tennessee Williams Institute (TWI), the educational/performance arm of the Festival which takes place September 22 - 25, 2016.
Provincetown Theater Presents DRACULA FOR DUMMYS
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2016
The Provincetown Theater is pleased to present Dracula For Dummys, playing October 8 to 31. Strange events unfold as a play within a play within a play. The theater's lights go out moments before curtain. Eight actors scramble to their places as the show must go on! This odd group of friends band together to save the life of a dear friend and to rid their theater of a blood-sucking vampire. You don't want to miss this hilarious musical tribute to Dracula, the beloved late night television horror classic!
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2016
The Provincetown Theater is pleased to present Dracula For Dummys, playing October 8 to 31. Strange events unfold as a play within a play within a play. The theater's lights go out moments before curtain. Eight actors scramble to their places as the show must go on! This odd group of friends band together to save the life of a dear friend and to rid their theater of a blood-sucking vampire. You don't want to miss this hilarious musical tribute to Dracula, the beloved late night television horror classic!
Shen Chen Launches Fall Exhibition Program in Walpole
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
CYNTHIA-REEVES is pleased to launch our fall exhibition program at The Barn at 28 Main in Walpole, New Hampshire, with a solo show of new works by Chinese painter, Shen Chen, the gallery's fifth solo exhibition of this artist's work.
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
CYNTHIA-REEVES is pleased to launch our fall exhibition program at The Barn at 28 Main in Walpole, New Hampshire, with a solo show of new works by Chinese painter, Shen Chen, the gallery's fifth solo exhibition of this artist's work.
THE BLACK BOX New England Artist Series Presents The Love Dogs
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
THE BLACK BOX New England Artist Series presents The Love Dogs, featuring rockin' rhythm and blues, on Saturday, September 17 at 8 p.m. With barrelhouse boogie-woogie piano, stinging Fender guitar, and a red-hot horn section of trombone and alto, tenor and baritone saxes, The Love Dogs also showcases a swinging rhythm section that Blues Review magazine called "the best in the business" and a charismatic front man with one of the biggest blues voices around.
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
THE BLACK BOX New England Artist Series presents The Love Dogs, featuring rockin' rhythm and blues, on Saturday, September 17 at 8 p.m. With barrelhouse boogie-woogie piano, stinging Fender guitar, and a red-hot horn section of trombone and alto, tenor and baritone saxes, The Love Dogs also showcases a swinging rhythm section that Blues Review magazine called "the best in the business" and a charismatic front man with one of the biggest blues voices around.
Boston Ballet School Receives Expansion And Relocation
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
Boston Ballet announces the expansion and relocation of the Boston Ballet School Newton Studio to 153 Needham Street in Newton. The new studio will be located within a new building complex called Newton Nexus. The current location at 863 Washington Street will remain fully operational for the 2016-2017 school year, with plans to move to the new space in Summer 2017.
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
Boston Ballet announces the expansion and relocation of the Boston Ballet School Newton Studio to 153 Needham Street in Newton. The new studio will be located within a new building complex called Newton Nexus. The current location at 863 Washington Street will remain fully operational for the 2016-2017 school year, with plans to move to the new space in Summer 2017.
THE BAKELITE MASTERPIECE, Made in the Berkshires and More Join BTG's 2016-17 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
Berkshire Theatre Group and Artistic Director/CEO Kate Maguire are excited to announce music, comedy and community additions to the fall and winter seasons.
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
Berkshire Theatre Group and Artistic Director/CEO Kate Maguire are excited to announce music, comedy and community additions to the fall and winter seasons.
Legendary Patti LuPone Performs on Martha's Vineyard, in Provincetown Over Labor Day
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
Mark Cortale, Producing Artistic Director of The Art House in Provincetown, MA, has announced that Patti LuPone, the legendary two-time Tony Award winner for Gypsy, and as the original Evita, will perform her new show Don't Monkey With Broadway for two Labor Day weekend shows, first tonight, Sept. 2, at 7:30 PM for Broadway @ The Performing Arts Center on Martha's Vineyard, and next for Broadway @ Town Hall in Provincetown on Sunday, September 4 at 6:30 PM.
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
Mark Cortale, Producing Artistic Director of The Art House in Provincetown, MA, has announced that Patti LuPone, the legendary two-time Tony Award winner for Gypsy, and as the original Evita, will perform her new show Don't Monkey With Broadway for two Labor Day weekend shows, first tonight, Sept. 2, at 7:30 PM for Broadway @ The Performing Arts Center on Martha's Vineyard, and next for Broadway @ Town Hall in Provincetown on Sunday, September 4 at 6:30 PM.
Lyric Stage Announces Cast, Creative Team for COMPANY
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
The Lyric Stage Company of Boston announces the cast & creative team for COMPANY, with Music and Lyrics by STEPHEN SONDHEIM and Book by GEORGE FURTH. Directed by Spiro Veloudos with music director Catherine Stornetta and choreography & musical staging by Rachel Bertone, COMPANY will run September 2 - October 9, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
The Lyric Stage Company of Boston announces the cast & creative team for COMPANY, with Music and Lyrics by STEPHEN SONDHEIM and Book by GEORGE FURTH. Directed by Spiro Veloudos with music director Catherine Stornetta and choreography & musical staging by Rachel Bertone, COMPANY will run September 2 - October 9, 2016.
Award-Winning Playwright Sheri Wilner Joins Boston College Theatre Deprtment
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
Award-winning playwright and arts educator Sheri Wilner joins the Boston College Theatre Department this academic year as the Rev. J. Donald Monan, S.J. Professor in Theatre Arts.
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
Award-winning playwright and arts educator Sheri Wilner joins the Boston College Theatre Department this academic year as the Rev. J. Donald Monan, S.J. Professor in Theatre Arts.
Berkshire Theatre Group Receives $29,000 Grant from Massachusetts Cultural Council Cultural Investment Portfolio
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
Berkshire Theatre Group is proud to announce that it is the recipient of a $29,000 grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council's Cultural Investment Portfolio. The Cultural Investment Portfolio (CIP) provides unrestricted general operating support grants and project support grants to nonprofit organizations that provide public programs in the arts, sciences, and humanities in Massachusetts.
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
Berkshire Theatre Group is proud to announce that it is the recipient of a $29,000 grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council's Cultural Investment Portfolio. The Cultural Investment Portfolio (CIP) provides unrestricted general operating support grants and project support grants to nonprofit organizations that provide public programs in the arts, sciences, and humanities in Massachusetts.
2016 Boston Comedy Arts Festival Features 300 Comedians on 3 Stages
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
The 8th Annual Boston Comedy Arts Festivalbrings together over 300 improv, sketch, standup and musical comedians from across the country for a five day festival in Cambridge, MA. This year's festival runs from Sept 7 - 11 and features performances at the Cambridge Public Library's state-of-the-art 300 seat theater in addition to ImprovBoston's two home theaters in Central Square.
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
The 8th Annual Boston Comedy Arts Festivalbrings together over 300 improv, sketch, standup and musical comedians from across the country for a five day festival in Cambridge, MA. This year's festival runs from Sept 7 - 11 and features performances at the Cambridge Public Library's state-of-the-art 300 seat theater in addition to ImprovBoston's two home theaters in Central Square.
Huntington Sets Special Events for SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
In conjunction with its upcoming production of Sunday in the Park with George, Huntington Theatre Company will host a number of special events and post-show conversations.
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
In conjunction with its upcoming production of Sunday in the Park with George, Huntington Theatre Company will host a number of special events and post-show conversations.
Guerilla Opera Announces 10th Season - World Premieres, Live Streams and More!
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
Guerilla Opera is all fun and games in their 10th anniversary season, featuring a new production of Loose, Wet, Perforated with music and libretto by Nicholas P. Vines in September 2016 and the world premiere of Play, the Game or Game, the Play with music and libretto by composer and theater artist Rick Burkhardt in May 2017.
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
Guerilla Opera is all fun and games in their 10th anniversary season, featuring a new production of Loose, Wet, Perforated with music and libretto by Nicholas P. Vines in September 2016 and the world premiere of Play, the Game or Game, the Play with music and libretto by composer and theater artist Rick Burkhardt in May 2017.
Franklin School for the Performing Arts to Host September Open Houses
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) will hold back-to-school Open Houses for prospective students and families today, September 1 from 4-8 p.m. and Saturday, September 10 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at 38 Main Street in downtown Franklin.
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) will hold back-to-school Open Houses for prospective students and families today, September 1 from 4-8 p.m. and Saturday, September 10 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at 38 Main Street in downtown Franklin.
Bay Colony Shakespeare Company to Bring the Bard to Schools in MA
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2016
The Bay Colony Shakespeare Company (BCSC), the fastest-growing professional theater company on the South Shore of Massachusetts, continues its efforts to bring Shakespeare to students across the Commonwealth.
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2016
The Bay Colony Shakespeare Company (BCSC), the fastest-growing professional theater company on the South Shore of Massachusetts, continues its efforts to bring Shakespeare to students across the Commonwealth.
BWW Review: You've Got Us Sold with BUYER and CELLAR at the Provincetown Theater
by Kristen Morale - August 31, 2016
When a play like Buyer and Cellar is written, a show about aspiring actor Alex Moore who finds himself employed by Barbra Streisand to work in her basement mall, you actually become grateful that someone not only thought of such an amusing idea, but also managed to almost effortlessly turn it into some sort of ingenious production. When you see a single actor take the audience so willingly through the ins and outs of the most interesting job anyone will ever have, you have a feeling the show will be great. You have this sort of "how come I didn't think of that" moment, followed by moments of wondering how such an idea can possibly make its way to the stage. Give up thinking about it because you're not going to actually see the brilliance of Buyer and Cellar until you see it brought to life by the Peregrine Theatre Ensemble.
by Kristen Morale - August 31, 2016
When a play like Buyer and Cellar is written, a show about aspiring actor Alex Moore who finds himself employed by Barbra Streisand to work in her basement mall, you actually become grateful that someone not only thought of such an amusing idea, but also managed to almost effortlessly turn it into some sort of ingenious production. When you see a single actor take the audience so willingly through the ins and outs of the most interesting job anyone will ever have, you have a feeling the show will be great. You have this sort of "how come I didn't think of that" moment, followed by moments of wondering how such an idea can possibly make its way to the stage. Give up thinking about it because you're not going to actually see the brilliance of Buyer and Cellar until you see it brought to life by the Peregrine Theatre Ensemble.
Boston Landmarks Orchestra and CSC Present THE BOYS FROM SYRACUSE Free Concert, Today
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2016
Boston Landmarks Orchestra closes their 2016 Free Today Concerts at the DCR Memorial Hatch Shell on August 31 (7 pm)* with another extraordinary collaboration with Commonwealth Shakespeare Company (CSC). A concert performance - with music and dance - of The Boys from Syracuse, with music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Lorenz Hart, and a new adaptation of the George Abbott book by Larry ( and Jennifer Hart with consultation by 3-time Tony Award librettist (Annie, co-librettist of The Producers and Hairspray) Tom Meehan. The concert is free and open to the public. *If it is raining on August 31, the concert will be postponed to September 1 at the Hatch Shell. If it is also raining September 1st, the concert will be moved to Symphony Hall on the 1st. For more information visit landmarksorchestra.org.
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2016
Boston Landmarks Orchestra closes their 2016 Free Today Concerts at the DCR Memorial Hatch Shell on August 31 (7 pm)* with another extraordinary collaboration with Commonwealth Shakespeare Company (CSC). A concert performance - with music and dance - of The Boys from Syracuse, with music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Lorenz Hart, and a new adaptation of the George Abbott book by Larry ( and Jennifer Hart with consultation by 3-time Tony Award librettist (Annie, co-librettist of The Producers and Hairspray) Tom Meehan. The concert is free and open to the public. *If it is raining on August 31, the concert will be postponed to September 1 at the Hatch Shell. If it is also raining September 1st, the concert will be moved to Symphony Hall on the 1st. For more information visit landmarksorchestra.org.
New Repertory Theatre Installs Permanent Hearing Loop System
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2016
New Repertory Theatre in association with the Arsenal Center for the Arts is proud to announce that all productions in the Charles Mosesian Theater will now be hearing loop enabled. This innovative wireless technology will allow patrons with Telecoil enabled hearing aids and cochlear implants to hear speech and music from on stage clearly and directly. Headsets will also be available for those patrons without Telecoil enabled devices.
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2016
New Repertory Theatre in association with the Arsenal Center for the Arts is proud to announce that all productions in the Charles Mosesian Theater will now be hearing loop enabled. This innovative wireless technology will allow patrons with Telecoil enabled hearing aids and cochlear implants to hear speech and music from on stage clearly and directly. Headsets will also be available for those patrons without Telecoil enabled devices.
Actors' Shakespeare Project Opens 13th Season with HAMLET
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2016
Actors' Shakespeare Project (ASP) has earned its reputation for performing the works of William Shakespeare with clarity and focus on language, emphasis on the characters' journeys, and a commitment to remain actively itinerant. The 13th season will exemplify ASP's vision for presenting Shakespeare, with productions of HAMLET, THE TEMPEST (Directed by Allyn Burrows; December 1, 2016 - January 8, 2017; Willet Hall at United Parish, Brookline), Christopher Marlowe's EDWARD II (Directed by David R. Gammons; February 22 - March 19, 2017, Charlestown Working Theater), and A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM (Directed by Patrick Swanson, May 10 - June 4, 2017, Multicultural Arts Center, Cambridge). For more information visit actorsshakespeareproject.org.
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2016
Actors' Shakespeare Project (ASP) has earned its reputation for performing the works of William Shakespeare with clarity and focus on language, emphasis on the characters' journeys, and a commitment to remain actively itinerant. The 13th season will exemplify ASP's vision for presenting Shakespeare, with productions of HAMLET, THE TEMPEST (Directed by Allyn Burrows; December 1, 2016 - January 8, 2017; Willet Hall at United Parish, Brookline), Christopher Marlowe's EDWARD II (Directed by David R. Gammons; February 22 - March 19, 2017, Charlestown Working Theater), and A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM (Directed by Patrick Swanson, May 10 - June 4, 2017, Multicultural Arts Center, Cambridge). For more information visit actorsshakespeareproject.org.
Cape Rep Theatre Presents THE WOMAN IN BLACK
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2016
Cape Rep Theatre is proud to present The Woman in Black by Stephen Mallatratt and Susan Hill, September 15 through October 16: Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7 pm, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm; there are no performances on September 18 or 21. Tickets are $28. Pay-What-You-Can-Night is the first Friday, September 16. Group rates & Student Rush tickets also available. Call the box office for details. Cape Rep Indoor Theater. North Side Route 6A E. Brewster. 508.896.1888 or www.caperep.org.
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2016
Cape Rep Theatre is proud to present The Woman in Black by Stephen Mallatratt and Susan Hill, September 15 through October 16: Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7 pm, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm; there are no performances on September 18 or 21. Tickets are $28. Pay-What-You-Can-Night is the first Friday, September 16. Group rates & Student Rush tickets also available. Call the box office for details. Cape Rep Indoor Theater. North Side Route 6A E. Brewster. 508.896.1888 or www.caperep.org.
Pulitzer Finalist MARJORIE PRIME to Launch Central Square Theater's 2016-17 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2016
The Nora Theatre Company presents Jordan Harrison's Marjorie Prime from September 8 - October 9, 2016. Marjorie Prime is directed by M. Bevin O'Gara.
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2016
The Nora Theatre Company presents Jordan Harrison's Marjorie Prime from September 8 - October 9, 2016. Marjorie Prime is directed by M. Bevin O'Gara.
WAM Theatre Sets Cast for Fresh Takes Reading of GRAND CONCOURSE
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2016
WAM Theatre has announced the cast for the last of their 2016 Fresh Takes Play Reading Series, Grand Concourse by Heidi Schreck, directed by Sheila Siragusa. The reading will take place on Sunday, September 11 at 3 pm at No. Six Depot Roastery and Cafe, 6 Depot Street in West Stockbridge, MA.
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2016
WAM Theatre has announced the cast for the last of their 2016 Fresh Takes Play Reading Series, Grand Concourse by Heidi Schreck, directed by Sheila Siragusa. The reading will take place on Sunday, September 11 at 3 pm at No. Six Depot Roastery and Cafe, 6 Depot Street in West Stockbridge, MA.
Find Your Grail! North Shore Music Theatre to Stage Monty Python's SPAMALOT
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2016
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2016
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