BWW REVIEW: Kindness Grapples with Cruelty in SpeakEasy's Powerful DOGFIGHT
The coming of age of America during the tumultuous 1960s is brought vividly to life in DOGFIGHT, Benj Pasek and Justin Paul's exquisite little musical now being presented by SpeakEasy Stage Company of Boston. Set in San Francisco on the eve of President Kennedy's assassination, DOGFIGHT pits the innocence of youth against the harsh realities of war as three young Marines dubbed 'the three bees' (for Birdlace, Boland and Bernstein) celebrate their last night at home with their buddies before shipping out to Vietnam.
TCG Releases 52nd Annual World Theatre Day Messages from Brett Bailey and Diane Rodriguez
Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for theatre and home of the U.S. Center of the International Theatre Institute (ITI-US), has released Brett Bailey and Diane Rodriguez's World Theatre Day 2014 messages. Each year, a renowned theatre artist of world stature is invited by ITI Worldwide in Paris to craft the International Message, which is then translated into more than 20 languages to mark the global occasion. This year, TCG has renewed their tradition of asking a noted U.S. artist to also reflect on the themes of World Theatre Day.
Discovery En Espanol to Present ENIGMA WEEK Beg. Today
Science depends on those who have no fear of the unknown. In this spirit of exploration, Discovery en Espanol presents a special programming event that delves into stories of inexplicable phenomena, introduces controversial historical figures and analyzes cases with no apparent explanation. This weeklong, brain-bending event is hosted by Mexican actor Luis Felipe Tovar, beginning today, Monday, October 28 at 9PM E/P.
Discovery En Espanol to Present ENIGMA WEEK Beg. 10/28
Science depends on those who have no fear of the unknown. In this spirit of exploration, Discovery en Espanol presents a special programming event that delves into stories of inexplicable phenomena, introduces controversial historical figures and analyzes cases with no apparent explanation.
F.U.D.G.E. Presents VIOLET Through 8/7
The F.U.D.G.E. (FRIENDS UNITED DEVELOPING GENUINE ENTERTAINMENT) Theatre Company will present 'VIOLET,' one of the most acclaimed musicals of the 90's that astounded critics and audiences alike as its hypnotic Gospel, Rock, Country and Rhythm & Blues score heralded its heart-wrenching and joyous story, on FRIDAY, JULY 30 at The Arsenal Center for the Arts Black Box Theatre (321 Arsenal Street) where it will play a limited engagement through SATURDAY, AUGUST 7.
LuPone, Gertner, Etc. Among IRNE Nominees
Patti LuPone and The 25th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee stars Jared Gertner and Jenni Barber are among the nominees of the 2006 Independent Reviewers of New England's (IRNE) Awards.