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Best of Both Worlds

Presented by American Repertory Theater at Loeb Drama Center

November 21, 2009-January 3, 2010

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Bursting with the sounds of R&B and gospel, Best of Both Worlds is a soulful re-envisioning of The Winter’s Tale, Shakespeare’s timeless story of heartbreak and redemption. Clap your hands, jump out of your seat, and feel the power of love with this holiday treat for all ages. Best of Both Worlds takes us on a journey through the rich musical tapestry of R&B, rediscovering Shakespeare’s characters with smooth sounds and funky beats. When jealousy rips apart love and friendship, only the revelatory power of gospel can restore the enduring bonds of faith, family, and forgiveness. The production will feature a rotating roster of Greater Boston’s most celebrated gospel choirs, including community, university, and church choirs.

Directed by Diane Paulus

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    Loeb Drama Center

    64 Brattle Street
    Cambridge, MA 02138

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    Tickets: $25-75

    Info Phone: 617-547-8300

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  • Dates & Times

    Dates:
    November 21, 2009-January 3, 2010

    Times:
    Fri, Sat & 8:00pm; Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun @ 7:30pm; Sat & Sun matinees @ 2:00pm.
    
    No matinee performance on 11/21

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    • Event Name: Best of Both Worlds
      "Loved it!"
      Review posted by: Out of towner from Philadelphia, PA, Dec 05, 2009
      

      To the person critical of the script, relax...the adaptation is meant to take us to new places and it did. Had a remarkable time and yes, the voices are amazing, amazing, and more amazing. Well cast... Expand

      To the person critical of the script, relax...the adaptation is meant to take us to new places and it did. Had a remarkable time and yes, the voices are amazing, amazing, and more amazing. Well cast and a night to enjoy for the entire family Collapse

    • Event Name: Best of Both Worlds
      "boo"
      Review posted by: me from boston, Dec 03, 2009
      

      the script could use some real work. if you're going to adapt Shakespeare you should at least get someone who can write a script. Singers did have beautiful voices though.

      the script could use some real work. if you're going to adapt Shakespeare you should at least get someone who can write a script. Singers did have beautiful voices though.

    • Event Name: Best of Both Worlds
      "Enjoyed it very much..."
      Review posted by: Onthetown from Somerville, MA , Dec 03, 2009
      

      I thought the show was lots of fun... The music was great and the performances were wonderful! I thought it did a great job of telling The Winters Tale in a new way.

      I thought the show was lots of fun... The music was great and the performances were wonderful! I thought it did a great job of telling The Winters Tale in a new way.

    • Event Name: Best of Both Worlds
      "amazing talent and fun"
      Review posted by: Judi from Providence, RI, Dec 03, 2009
      

      It's amazing to see so many Broadway stars on a local stage. The voices in the show are unbelievable and the show had us on our feet. Definitely worth the hour drive.

      It's amazing to see so many Broadway stars on a local stage. The voices in the show are unbelievable and the show had us on our feet. Definitely worth the hour drive.

    • Event Name: Best of Both Worlds
      "Conflicting Messages - Offensive to Some"
      Review posted by: Honest Reviewer from Boston, MA, Dec 02, 2009
      

      Ticket prices are very reasonable. It was nice to see a show that wasn't elevated on a stage. There was plenty of comedy. A lot of the show felt good. There is a conflict with using the word "gospel"... Expand

      Ticket prices are very reasonable. It was nice to see a show that wasn't elevated on a stage. There was plenty of comedy. A lot of the show felt good. There is a conflict with using the word "gospel" and having the "Bunny Hatch" strip club with live stripper-type performances as the business represented in the show. It would have been a lot more tasteful to have used a more appropriate business. I don't know how they advertised this as a family show. I would not want my child to watch any of the strip club scene. It was offensive to me. Collapse

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    • Event Name: Best of Both Worlds
      "Loved it!"
      Review posted by: Out of towner from Philadelphia, PA, Dec 05, 2009
      

      To the person critical of the script, relax...the adaptation is meant to take us to new places and it did. Had a remarkable time and yes, the voices are amazing, amazing, and more amazing. Well cast... Expand

      To the person critical of the script, relax...the adaptation is meant to take us to new places and it did. Had a remarkable time and yes, the voices are amazing, amazing, and more amazing. Well cast and a night to enjoy for the entire family Collapse

    • Event Name: Best of Both Worlds
      "boo"
      Review posted by: me from boston, Dec 03, 2009
      

      the script could use some real work. if you're going to adapt Shakespeare you should at least get someone who can write a script. Singers did have beautiful voices though.

      the script could use some real work. if you're going to adapt Shakespeare you should at least get someone who can write a script. Singers did have beautiful voices though.

    • Event Name: Best of Both Worlds
      "Enjoyed it very much..."
      Review posted by: Onthetown from Somerville, MA , Dec 03, 2009
      

      I thought the show was lots of fun... The music was great and the performances were wonderful! I thought it did a great job of telling The Winters Tale in a new way.

      I thought the show was lots of fun... The music was great and the performances were wonderful! I thought it did a great job of telling The Winters Tale in a new way.

    • Event Name: Best of Both Worlds
      "amazing talent and fun"
      Review posted by: Judi from Providence, RI, Dec 03, 2009
      

      It's amazing to see so many Broadway stars on a local stage. The voices in the show are unbelievable and the show had us on our feet. Definitely worth the hour drive.

      It's amazing to see so many Broadway stars on a local stage. The voices in the show are unbelievable and the show had us on our feet. Definitely worth the hour drive.

    • Event Name: Best of Both Worlds
      "Conflicting Messages - Offensive to Some"
      Review posted by: Honest Reviewer from Boston, MA, Dec 02, 2009
      

      Ticket prices are very reasonable. It was nice to see a show that wasn't elevated on a stage. There was plenty of comedy. A lot of the show felt good. There is a conflict with using the word "gospel"... Expand

      Ticket prices are very reasonable. It was nice to see a show that wasn't elevated on a stage. There was plenty of comedy. A lot of the show felt good. There is a conflict with using the word "gospel" and having the "Bunny Hatch" strip club with live stripper-type performances as the business represented in the show. It would have been a lot more tasteful to have used a more appropriate business. I don't know how they advertised this as a family show. I would not want my child to watch any of the strip club scene. It was offensive to me. Collapse

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