by Sheila Barth Ragtime, based on EL Doctorow’s novel, book by Terrence McNally, music by Stephen Flaherty and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, presented by Wheelock Family Theatre through Feb. 17: Friday, Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday, 2 p.m. recommended for ages 10+. 200 Riverway, Boston. 617-353-3001, WFTTix@bu.edu, wheelockfamilytheatre.org. Attending a Wheelock Family Theatre matinee recently,…
Wintertime Adventures with imaginary beasts’ ‘Paul Bunyan’
Review by James Wilkinson ‘Paul Bunyan and the Winter of the Blue Snow’ – Story Conceived by Matthew Woods. Written by Matthew Woods and the Ensemble. Directed by Matthew Woods. Costume Design by Cotton Talbot-Minkin. Lighting Design by Robin Donovan Bocchiaro. Scenic Design by Megan Kinneen. Properties Design by Sophia Nora Giordano. Presented by imaginary…
Gamm’s “The Night Watch” an Emotional Detective Story
Reviewed by Tony Annicone Gamm’s newest show is the U.S. premiere of “The Night Watch”, Hattie Naylor’s adaptation of Sarah Water’s bestselling novel. It is the poignant story of liberation and loss set against the disorienting backdrop of the Second World War. It’s bursting with secrets and illicit affairs, “The Night Watch” moves backward in…
Wellesley Rep’s Road to Wellsville
Review by James Wilkinson ‘Well’ – Written by Lisa Kron. Directed by Marta Rainer. Set Design by David Towlun; Costume Design by Chelsea Kerl; Lighting Design by Graham Edmonson; Presented by Wellesley Repertory Theatre at the Ruth Nagel Jones Theatre, 106 Central St, Wellesley through February 10 Is there anyone out there with an uncomplicated…
