Review by James Wilkinson ‘Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley’ Written by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon. Directed by Bridget Kathleen O’Leary. Scenic Design: James J. Fenton. Costume Design: Linda Ross. Lighting Design: Brian J. Lilienthal. Sound Design: David Remedios. Wig Design: Rachel Padula-Shufelt. Produced by Merrimack Repertory Theatre, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell through December 23rd….
‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ at the Boch Center
A Charlie Brown Christmas recalls the nostalgic half-hour Christmas special, an annual tradition as familiar as sitting on Santa’s lap for generations of children raised on television. It also recalls many kids’ first experiences with the theatre, as its predecessor, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, was one of the most frequently produced musicals on…
New Rep’s “1776” Brings History Wonderfully to Life
Reviewed by Tony Annicone The winter spectacular at New Rep Theatre is the 1969 smash musical “1776” with music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and a book by Peter Stone. This rousing piece of legendary musical theatre puts a human face on the pages of history. New Rep’s version of the show is an exciting…
Gold Dust Orphans’ “A Nightmare on Elf Street” A Merry Ride on a Christmas Slay
by Mike Hoban “A Nightmare on Elf Street” – Written by Ryan Landry; Directed by Kiki Samko; Sets by Windsor Newton; Costumes by Scott Martino; Lights by Michael Clark Wonson; Sound by Roger Moore and Tad McKittrick; Music Direction by Tim Lawton. Presented by Ryan Landry and the Gold Dust Orphans at MACHINE -1254 Boylston…