★★★★☆ It seems the folks over at the American Repertory Theater have racked up a lot to be thankful for in the decade since Diane Paulus became the company’s artistic director. ExtraOrdinary, a collection of songs and talents from the 30-some musicals produced during her tenure, revels in a contagious self-satisfaction that’s hard […]
A VASTLY IMPROVED WAITRESS RETURNS TO BOSTON
★★★★☆ In my review of the 2015 world premiere of Waitress at the American Repertory Theater, I wrote that the show lacked depth and emotional texture and that there was nothing beyond the show’s light and airy meringue. While I do promise to avoid bad pie puns this time around, I am […]
NICE FISH: A CONVERSATION WITH MARK RYLANCE
The best stage actor of his generation comes to Cambridge for some ice fishing
COVER FEATURE: TALKING KANSAS CITY CHOIR BOY WITH STARS COURTNEY LOVE AND TODD ALMOND
Is it true that you wrote “Doll Parts” here?
Courtney Love: Yes.
MANHATTAN TRANSFER: PRODUCTIONS BORN IN BOSTON BECOMING REGULAR PART OF NYC THEATER
it feels like a great time to celebrate Boston theater in all of its delicious fertility.
DIANE PAULUS: A.R.T.’S ARTISTIC DIRECTOR OPENS UP ABOUT “WAITRESS”
Starting August 2, Boston audiences will once again be the first to enjoy a hotly anticipated new musical, Waitress, courtesy of the American Repertory Theater.
WORLD PREMIERE: A CONVERSATION WITH “WAITRESS” BOOK WRITER JESSIE NELSON
“What fascinates me about theatre is that ultimately many directors will interpret a work…many generations will see it and interpret it. That’s an amazing thing.”
