By Michele Markarian Men on Boats. Written by Jaclyn Backhaus. Directed by Dawn M. Simmons. Presented by SpeakEasy Stage Company, Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts, through October 7 My husband always accuses me of not liking history, but he’s wrong. It’s not the retelling of the past I find uninteresting, it’s…
Category: Short Takes (3min read)
‘From Silence’ at Marblehead Little Theatre
By Sheila Barth Versatile Anne Marilyn Lucas never fails to surprise audiences with her theatrical prowess, whether she’s singing, acting, directing, or, in this case, with the newest play she wrote and successfully debuted off-Broadway.
‘Or,’ Brings Real Wit to Restoration Era Farce
by Mike Hoban ‘Or,’ Written by Liz Duffy Adams; Directed by Adrienne Boris; Scenic Design by Ryan Bates;Costume Design by Erin Eva Butcher; Lighting Design by Emily Bearce; Sound Design by Julianne Mason. Presented by Maiden Phoenix Theatre Company and Simple Machine at Chelsea Theatre Works at 189 Winnisimmet St, Chelsea through September 23. Maiden…
“Dames at Sea” a Rollicking Ride
by Michele Markarian “Dames at Sea”. Book and Lyrics by George Haimsohn and Robin Miller, Music by Jim Wise. Directed and Choreographed by Ilyse Robbins; Music Director, Steven Jones. Presented by Greater Boston Stage Company, 395 Main Street, Stoneham, through September 24. As two pianists, flanking the stage, play the opening song of “Dames…