Review: Dramatic Musical SWEPT AWAY Stays Afloat with Score by The Avett Brothers
by R. Scott Reedy - May 1, 2026
The musical “Swept Away” tells the story of four whalers shipwrecked off New Bedford in 1888, making it especially resonant for local audiences, who can experience the musical drama in a well crafted New England premiere at SpeakEasy Stage Company in the Virginia Wimberly Theatre at the Calderwood Pavilion, Boston Center for the Arts, through May 23.
The Avett Brothers' SWEPT AWAY to be Presented at SpeakEasy Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2026
SpeakEasy Stage Company will conclude its 35th Anniversary Season with the New England premiere of Swepty Away, featuring a book by Tony Award-winner John Logan (Red) and music and lyrics by the popular folk/rock band The Avett Brothers.
Review: Greater Boston Stage Company's LITTLE SHOP of Delights
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 9, 2025
The fragrant aroma wafting through Greater Boston Stage Company these days isn’t only the scent of the nearby florist, it’s also the sweet smell of the success that the Stoneham company is having with its wondrously well done production of “Little Shop of Horrors.”
Photos: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS At Greater Boston Stage Company
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2025
Greater Boston Stage Company will present the grand finale of its milestone 25th Season with the wildly entertaining Little Shop of Horrors! Directed by Ilana Ransom Toeplitz, this devilishly delicious musical opens June 6 and runs through June 29, 2025. See photos of the production.
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Takes Root at Greater Boston Stage Company
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2025
Greater Boston Stage Company will present the grand finale of its milestone 25th Season with the wildly entertaining Little Shop of Horrors! Directed by Ilana Ransom Toeplitz, this devilishly delicious musical opens June 6 and runs through June 29, 2025.
Review: Make a Reservation at THE SPITFIRE GRILL
by R. Scott Reedy - May 9, 2025
The musical “The Spitfire Grill” – with book and music by James Valcq and lyrics by the late Fred Alley, who also co-wrote the book – perfectly captures the small-town ethos of its rural Gilead, Wisconsin, setting.
BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; BEETLEJUICE, THE WIZ, & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023
It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Boston Awards December 5th Standings
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023
It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
SpeakEasy Stage to Present THE PROM Beginning in May
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 22, 2023
From May 5 to June 10, 2023, SpeakEasy Stage will present the Boston premiere of the joyous Broadway musical comedy THE PROM, winner of the 2019 Drama Desk Award for Best Musical.