Ryan Walsh

WHICH SIDE? A PROTEST MUSIC TEACH-OUT Returns To Somerville In May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2026

Which Side?: A Protest Music Teach-Out will return to Somerville with a new installment featuring live music and conversation. The series pairs historic protest songs with contemporary performances. The event will take place at The Burren Backroom.

WHICH SIDE?: A PROTEST MUSIC TEACH-OUT To Return to The Burren Back Room
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026

The 'Which Side?: A Protest Music Teach-Out' series will present 'The Women's March' edition on March 24, 2026, at The Burren Back Room in Somerville, focusing on women's impact in protest and social change.

WHICH SIDE?: A Protest Music Teach-Out Continues This February at the Burren Backroom in Somerville
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2026

Which Side?: A Protest Music Teach-Out returns with another powerful night of music, storytelling, and solidarity on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at The Burren Backroom.

Popular Protest Music Series Continues in 2026 at the Burren in Somerville
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2025

Which Side?: A Protest Music Teach-Out will return in the new year with an evening of music, story, and solidarity at the Burren Back Room on Tuesday, January 20. Learn more here!

WHICH SIDE? A PROTEST MUSIC TEACH-OUT Returns To Lizard Lounge With New Artists in September
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2025

Which Side?: A Protest Music Teach-Out returns to Cambridge’s Lizard Lounge on September 17, 2025, with performances by Haasan Barclay, David Champagne, Ezra Furman, Bob Pernice, Veronica Robles, and Ryan Walsh.

Review: THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE at STNJ-A Fantastic Comedic Romp
by Marina Kennedy - Jul 16, 2025

The show to see this summer is The Complete Works of William Shakespeare at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ).   It has not been performed by the company for 10 year, and we think it’s the perfect time for metro area audiences to be treated to this comedic gem.

THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) [REVISED] [AGAIN] Returns to STNJ
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2025

Starting as an act at Renaissance festivals, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again] was designed by playwrights Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield to draw audiences back to the Bard’s original texts.

MERRY, MERRY MISCHIEF Announced At The Shakespeare Theatre Of New Jersey
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2024

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will present Merry, Merry Mischief — the final installment of the 2024 Classics for Kids series — this Saturday, December 14 at 11:00 a.m. at the F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre on the campus of Drew University. 

Review: SENSE AND SENSIBILITY at The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ-Simply Wonderful
by Marina Kennedy - Sep 10, 2024

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) continues their successful 2024 Season with a gem of a production, Jane Austin’s, 'Sense and Sensibility' now through September 22nd. The show is impeccably directed by Nisi Sturgis and features a marvelous cast.

Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey to Present Jane Austen's SENSE AND SENSIBILITY in September
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 4, 2024

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will present Sense and Sensibility at their F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre on the campus of Drew University beginning September 4, 2024.

Photos: Newtown Arts Company's THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Zlock Performing Arts Center
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 4, 2024

Check out photos from Newtown Arts Company's production of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL here!

Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER at STNJ-The Best in Musical Comedy
by Marina Kennedy - May 24, 2024

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) kicks off its exciting 62nd season with the musical comedy, 'A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder.' We loved it from the opening scene to the curtain call.

Review: THE ROSE TATOO by Tennessee Williams at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey-An Enthralling Production
by Marina Kennedy - Jun 6, 2023

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey opens their exciting 2023 Season on the Main Stage with Tennessee Williams’ gem, The Rose Tattoo, and the production couldn’t be better.

Review: SLAVE PLAY at Short North Stage
by Paul Batterson - Feb 5, 2023

What did our critic think of SLAVE PLAY at Short North Stage? People always ask critics two questions: “did you like it?” and “is it worth seeing?” When it comes time to discuss SLAVE PLAY, these two questions are going to be tough to answer. Did I like it? From a theatrical rubric, it checks off the boxes of fantastic acting and wonderful direction, and powerful message. However, is it enjoyable? At times yes … and sometimes it felt like a punch to the stomach.  

Cecily Strong, Dominic Monaghan & More Nominated at The Ambies By The Podcast Academy
by Michael Major - Jan 30, 2023

The Ambies celebrate excellence in podcasting and elevate awareness and status of podcasts as a unique and personal medium for entertainment, information, storytelling and expression. The ceremony will highlight 185 nominees across 26 categories with winners to be selected by every voting member of The Podcast Academy (TPA).

Photos: LES MISERABLES North American Tour Opens in Cleveland
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2022

Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, officially opened last night at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH. Check out photos from the red carpet!

ALiEN8 Presented By Playhouse Youth Company At Bucks County Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 19, 2022

A buried secret and a community determined to keep it that way, a catastrophic event twists, breaks, and reshapes every facet of their lives, a mysterious stranger appears who seems to know them better than they know themselves. 

Santino Fontana to Star in Reading of New Play THE PIANIST
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2022

Tony Award winner Santino Fontana (Tootsie) will star in the new play The Pianist as Szpilman in a by-invitation only development reading Thursday June 23 in NYC. The Pianist features an original score by acclaimed Dutch concert pianist Iris Hond.

BWW Feature: BROADWAY STAR OF THE FUTURE at the Straz Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 16, 2022

The Straz Center presents this Tony Awards® inspired showcase to honor Tampa Bay area high school theater productions, programs, and students. This event features performances from the 2021-2022 Outstanding Musicals and Best Performer Finalists, celebrating artistic excellence in theater and musical theater.

Mill Mountain Theatre to Present A CHRISTMAS STORY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 9, 2021

Get your Christmas lists together and join 9-year-old Ralphie this holiday season! Returning from Mill Mountain Theatre's 2017 season is, A Christmas Story! Celebrate the holiday season with Mill Mountain Theatre! Based on the popular movie of the same name, A Christmas Story is the perfect way to kick off your holiday spirit!