Posted in Theater on May 6th, 2008 1 Comment »
Hey theater junkies.
If you’ve been waiting with baited breath about what shows are coming to Boston this year from Broadway, well, here’s the scoop (the stuff in quotes is my take):
A CHORUS LINE – Longest-running American Broadway musical ever!
September 11 – October 5, 2008
The Opera House
In an empty theatre, on a bare stage, casting for a new Broadway musical is almost complete. For 17 dancers, this audition is the chance of a lifetime. It’s what they’ve worked for - with every drop of sweat, every hour of training, every day of their lives. It’s the one opportunity to do what they’ve always dreamed— to have the chance to dance. This is A CHORUS LINE, the musical for everyone who’s ever had a dream and put it all on the line. Winner of nine Tony Awards®, including “Best Musical” and the Pulitzer Prize for drama, this singular sensation is the longest-running American Broadway musical ever. Now A CHORUS LINE returns. Come meet the new generation of Broadway’s best. “A CHORUS LINE is back, and it’s thrilling!” - John Lahr, The New Yorker.
I think the was the second Broadway musical I ever saw. I loved it instantly, though it’s weird experience seeing it at 13 with your parents.
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Posted in Theater on Apr 27th, 2008 1 Comment »
This just in from my colleague Emily Young:
So before last night, I was a ‘Hairspray’ virgin. I did see television ads for last summer’s silver screen revival (seriously, no one could stop the beat with those hourly TV commercials). And sure, I grew up in the era of Ricki Lake. But somehow I had never seen the movie, the musical, or really even used the styling product. All that changed Friday when I saw the theatrical performance at The Wang Theatre with my husband. continued »
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Posted in Theater on Mar 17th, 2008 No Comments »
Did anyone see Brian and Scott Doherty in Lowell this weekend?
I got this from their mom, Anne-Marie:
It was the best night of my life. Words cannot describe it. I don’t think I will come back to Earth for quite awhile.
If you went, would love to hear about it.
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Posted in Theater on Feb 1st, 2008 2 Comments »
Got a great review today from colleague Emily Young about the latest show to hit the Hub, “Whistle Down the Wind.” Enjoy.
For $25, why not?
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s latest musical, “Whistle Down the Wind,” is having a fire sale. All tickets at the Citi Performing Arts Center (better known by many as the Wang Theatre) are just $25 — with an even deeper discount for groups of 15 or more.
It’s easy to see why the show … continued »
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Posted in Celebrity, Film, Theater on Jan 25th, 2008 No Comments »
I will be watching and blogging here.
After the Golden Globes debacle, this may the only awards show worth watching.
Check in, let me know what you think.
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Posted in Theater on Jan 23rd, 2008 No Comments »
Lawrence Irish Stepdancers Brian and Scott Doherty are now kicking up their heels together.
Once part of competing Irish shows — Lord of the Dance and Riverdance — now these two brothers can hoof it side-by-side.
The Dohertys will make their way to Lowell in March with Lord of the Dance — making their mom, Anne Marie’s, “dreams come true.”
I’ll do a story on the dancing brothers closer to their appearance.
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Searching for fun things to do in the area? Perhaps you’ve rubbed elbows with celebrities or plan to be one yourself?
Let’s talk about it on Pop.
Here we’ll talk about all things fun | from that great concert you just saw to the latest movies in theaters. Looking for a TV show, a good book or a decent DVD? You can find that information here, courtesy of yours truly and entertainment lovers from the region.
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