The Band’s Visit at The Huntington Theatre is a Joy in Fragile Times
The Band’s Visit from The Huntington Theatre and SpeakEasy Stage Company is not to be missed. A tender musical about human connection.
Category: Theatre & Musicals
The Legend of Nehanda Lost on Stage
Nehanda was unique performance with all the right elements, but somehow in this setting and format it didn’t hit quite right. Nehanda was brought to the Paramount Theatre this week by some extremely talented singers, percussionist and dancers. The audience entered the theatre with performers already on stage and filling …
Mother’s Day Deal: Corteo Cirque Du Soleil
If you have been following me for any bit of time now, you know how much I love Cirque du Soleil. I really think everyone should see Cirque du Soleil at least once in their life. Their masterpieces are ageless, genderless, and break barriers of class, culture, language, everything. Their …
Clyde’s: Satisfies a Craving
“We speak the truth, then we let go and cook.” Clyde’s You will never understand the power of a garnish, unless you go see Clyde’s. Do not show up for the performance hungry for dinner (especially for a sandwich) but show up hungry for laughter, connection, and really good storytelling. …
K-I-S-S-I-N-G: A Story of Love(s)
The playground rhyme begins with two people sitting in a tree and spells out what comes next. It’s a playful and youthful rhyme about that first kiss that generates all kinds of emotions some sweet and loving others awkward and embarassing. Lenelle Moïse’s play K-I-S-S-I-N-G is a love story but …
Characters on Screen & People Watching: Immersive Disney in Boston
What fascinates me about Disney is how much it is woven into people’s lives. I didn’t grow up with Disney and in fact was raised in an anti-Disney household. It blows my mind a little how much people are attached to their Disney songs, characters and movies. People of all …
Immersive Nutcracker: The Perfect Holiday Outing for Tykes and Tots
The Nutcracker is a beautiful family holiday tradition. Children of all ages recognize the famous Tchaikovsky score, but the full length ballet can be long and overwhelming for the youngest members of the family (and some of the elders too). Immersive Nutcracker: A Winter Miracle is the perfect alternate Nutcracker …
‘Twas The Night Before: Cirque du Soleil Will Get You in the Holiday Spirit
We live in an age where stress, anxiety, and the hustle overwhelms our lives and even the holiday spirit gets buried under that flurry of modern burdens. We need help slowing down, simplifying and remembering who we are beneath it all. We need help, young and old, finding that holiday …
Diamonds Are Created Under Pressure: Broadway Bound A Beautiful Noise Opens in Boston
COVID has changed our world in so many ways and I will continue to shout from the rooftop that the arts heal and we can all use a little extra healing. Despite the fact that A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical, lost 10 preview shows due to COVID, opening …
Boston Becomes More Irish and Much More Talented with Riverdance in Town
Riverdance opened in Dublin, Ireland in 1995. It began as a celebration of Irish Dance and music and is now a celebration of so much more. Riverdance actually originated as an interval performance at the famed Eurovision Song Contest with a score composed by Bill Whelan and it was instantly …