Events
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Trickster Tales by Barefoot Puppets
Presented by Puppet Showplace Theatre at Puppet Showplace Theatre February 21-February 23, 2012 Can a spider defeat an elephant at tug-of-war? Overpower a python? Capture a cloud of hornets? With Anansi the Spider, world famous trickster, all things are possible...if you only have a plan! This show brings traditional stories from West Africa to live with expressive rod puppets, original music, and lots of puns. Performed on a large, twelve-foot stage with colorful scenery and amazing scene changes. It's a high-energy show with lots of laughs!
Recommended for ages 3 &...
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Puppet Showplace Theatre |
02/21/12 -
02/23/12 |
Puppet Showplace Theatre, Brookline |
Trickster Tales!
Presented by Puppet Showplace Theatre at Puppet Showplace Theatre February 21-February 23, 2012 Can a spider defeat an elephant at tug-of-war? Overpower a python? Capture a cloud of hornets? With Anansi the Spider, world famous trickster, all things are possible...if you only have a plan! This show brings traditional stories from West Africa to live with expressive rod puppets, original music, and lots of puns. Performed on a large, twelve-foot stage with colorful scenery and amazing scene changes. It's a high-energy show with lots of laughs!
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Puppet Showplace Theatre |
02/21/12 -
02/23/12 |
Puppet Showplace Theatre, Brookline |
Execution of Justice
Presented by Boston University College of Fine Arts at Virginia Wimberly Theatre February 17-February 24, 2012 Emily Mann, playwright; Elaine Vaan Hogue, director. A brilliant portrayal of the Dan White trial after the 1978 assassinations of Mayor George Moscone and gay city supervisor Harvey Milk of San Francisco. Mann tells the story in a provocative and multilayered way, offering as many questions as answers about a tragic chapter in the city's transition to its current political and social climate. Execution of Justice runs February 17-24. Presented by the Boston University College of Fine Arts....
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Boston University College of Fine Arts |
02/17/12 -
02/24/12 |
Virginia Wimberly Theatre, Boston |
February Vacation: Make 'Em Laugh
Presented by Watertown Children's Theatre at The Arsenal Center For The Arts February 21-February 24, 2012 Tickle your funny bone! This class allows students a burst of creative energy as they free their imaginations and work on creative collaboration. Make ‘Em Laugh allows students to explore the art and fun of clowning and physical comedy. From Commedia dell’arte to pratfalls to stand-up, this class is perfect for the comic in training. Need a jolt of creative energy? Through improvisation, students will learn different approaches to comedy. This spontaneous good time culminates in...
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Watertown Children's Theatre |
02/21/12 -
02/24/12 |
The Arsenal Center For The Arts, Watertown |
Bohemian Bacchanalia
Presented by Oberon at Oberon February 23-February 24, 2012 Enter a world of debauchery, drunken revelry, and wild and mystical festivities! The Bacchanalia is back with new performers, new acts, and a new band! Enjoy the soul stylings of Johnny Blazes and the Pretty Boys and dance along to the vivaciousness of Emperor Norton's Stationary Marching Band. For two magical evenings you are invited to come experience some of the most talented artists in New England, including aerialists, jugglers, dancers & burlesque performers. Come for the carousing...
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Oberon |
02/23/12 -
02/24/12 |
Oberon, Cambridge |
Monster
Presented by Boston University College of Fine Arts at Boston University Theatre, Lane-Comley Studio 210 February 9-February 25, 2012 Neal Bell, playwright; Jim Petosa, director. A brilliant stage adaptation of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein from Obie-award winning playwright Neal Bell, Monster provides a disturbing yet poignant look at one man's insatiable quest to defeat death by creating life, and the dreadful results of abandoning his creation. A provocative production from the Boston Center for American Performance (BCAP), the professional extension of the BU School of Theatre. Monster runs February 9-25. $20 general...
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Boston University College of Fine Arts |
02/09/12 -
02/25/12 |
Boston University Theatre, Lane-Comley Studio 210, Boston |
Amateurs
Presented by The Concord Players February 10-February 25, 2012 Written by Tom Griffin of The Boys Next Door, Amateurs pulls back the curtain on a local community theater group to reveal that all the real drama takes place behind the scenes. Poignant, insightful, and very, very funny.
Adult content and language
Presented by The Concord Players
51 Walden Street, Concord, MA
Free Opening Night Reception
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The Concord Players |
02/10/12 -
02/25/12 |
The Concord Players, Concord |
Lysistrata
Presented by Boston College at Boston College, Robsham Theater Arts Center February 23-February 25, 2012 By Aristophanes
Translated by Sarah Ruden
Directed by Alex Lucci ‘12
Aristophanes' comic masterpiece of war and sex remains one of the greatest plays ever written. Led by the title character, the women of the warring city-states of Greece agree to withhold sexual favors with their husbands until they agree to cease fighting. The war of the sexes that ensues makes 'Lysistrata' a comedy without peer in the history of theatre.
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Boston College |
02/23/12 -
02/25/12 |
Boston College, Robsham Theater Arts Center, Chestnut Hill |
Alexander King Of Jesters
Presented by Regent Theatre, Arlington at Regent Theatre February 25, 2012 Alexander, King of Jesters, revives a cultural icon—the medieval fool. His period music, mind bending sight gags, amazing stunts, and wildly imaginative spirit transport audiences to another place and time. Alex has been seen on Showtime, PBS, and ‘America’s Got Talent, at the Just for Laughs Comedy Festival, and was introduced on Public Radio International as a ‘cultural ambassador’ for his tours in Russia.
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Regent Theatre, Arlington |
02/25/12 |
Regent Theatre, Arlington |
Verdi's ERNANI
Presented by Rockport Music at Shalin Liu Performance Center February 25, 2012 Surround Sound and Reserved Seating!
Rockport Music’s live HD Broadcasts feature pre-opera lunches on the third floor reception hall; lunches must be purchased separately by calling the box office at 978-546-7391 (M-F, 10-4).
Pre-opera talks with musicologist Elizabeth Seitz take place on select dates throughout the season.
Opera lovers who subscribe to the entire series receive one free opera. (Buy ten operas and receive one free!)
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Rockport Music |
02/25/12 |
Shalin Liu Performance Center, Rockport |
Shrek- The Musical
Presented by The Hanover Theatre at The Hanover Theatre February 24-February 26, 2012 SHREK THE MUSICAL, based on the Oscar® winning DreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre to life on stage.
In a faraway kingdom turned upside down, things get ugly when an unseemly ogre — not a handsome prince — shows up to rescue a feisty princess. Throw in a donkey who won’t shut up, a villain with a SHORT temper, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the...
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The Hanover Theatre |
02/24/12 -
02/26/12 |
The Hanover Theatre, Worcester |
Improv Asylum - Afternoon Delight
Presented by Improv Asylum at Improv Asylum Theater December 18, 2011-February 26, 2012 Improv Asylum now has matinee shows at 4pm on Saturday and Sundays. Afternoon Delight is a hilarious fully-improvised, two-act show that’ll leave you wanting more.
Actors from our main stage cast join alumni and NXT company actors to create an audience-interactive experience that’s different every time.
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Improv Asylum |
12/18/11 -
02/26/12 |
Improv Asylum Theater, Boston |
The Wizard of Oz
Presented by Wheelock Family Theatre at Wheelock Family Theatre January 27-February 26, 2012 THE WIZARD OF OZ
By L. Frank Baum
With music and lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg
Background music by Herbert Stothart
Dance and vocal arrangements by Peter Howard
Orchestration by Larry Wilcox
Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company
Based upon the classic motion picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.
Directed by James P. Byrne. Musical Director Jon Goldberg. Scenic...
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Wheelock Family Theatre |
01/27/12 -
02/26/12 |
Wheelock Family Theatre, Boston |
Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992
Presented by Emerson Stage at Emerson College at Semel Theater February 23-February 26, 2012 A moving chronicle of the violent riots that followed the acquittal of four white Los Angeles police officers in the beating of Rodney King, an African-American. Presented in the words of participants, victims, adversaries, and onlookers of the events, the story not only explores the disturbing trauma of the riots, but also the underlying racial tensions within America.
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Emerson Stage at Emerson College |
02/23/12 -
02/26/12 |
Semel Theater, Boston |
Disney On Ice: Dare To Dream
Presented by TD Garden at TD Garden February 17-February 26, 2012 DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS DARE TO DREAM COMES TO TD GARDEN, FEBRUARY 17-26 – SCHOOL VACATION WEEK!
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17 – OPENING NIGHT!
All Opening Night Tickets Are Just $15.00*
Tickets for This All New Production Featuring Disney’s Latest Animated Film, Tangled, Go on Sale Friday, January 6 at 10:00 AM
Disney On Ice...
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TD Garden |
02/17/12 -
02/26/12 |
TD Garden, Boston |
The Cripple of Inishmaan
Presented by Walnut Hill School for the Arts February 23-February 26, 2012 This heartbreakingly hilarious comedy is an irresistible tale filled with charming characters and plot twists. On a remote island off the Irish Coast, word arrives that Hollywood is coming to film. No one is more excited than “cripple” Billy, an unloved boy whose chief occupation has been gazing at cows and yearning for his inspiration - a girl who wants no part of him.
"The big word I’d use to describe “The Cripple of Inishmaan’’ is...
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Walnut Hill School for the Arts |
02/23/12 -
02/26/12 |
Keiter Center for the Performing Arts, Natick |
Everybody Loves Pirates
Presented by Puppet Showplace Theatre at Puppet Showplace Theatre February 24-February 26, 2012 "Everybody Loves Pirates" is the story of a young girl named Lucy and her goofy friend, Little Chucky. While fishing one day, the kids discover a treasure map and decide to set out on a quest to find their fortune. Unfortunately, they run into a group of bumbling pirates who try to thwart their efforts by stealing the treasure. Of course, it all works out in the end with some help from Chucky and Lucy's new ocean-dwelling friends, including Lobster Boy, Crabby and a wise Sea...
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Puppet Showplace Theatre |
02/24/12 -
02/26/12 |
Puppet Showplace Theatre, Brookline |
IFFBoston presents Tobolowsky Files Live
Presented by Independent Film Festival Boston (IFFBoston) at Coolidge Corner Theatre February 27, 2012 Join us for a live presentation of the popular radio show and podcast, THE TOBOLOWSKY FILES, featuring the stories of Stephen Tobolowsky and host David Chen of Slashfilm.com.
Stephen Tobolowsky is definitely one of “those guys” in movies and TV. He has been featured in (mostly) small roles in over 200 films and TV shows. Currently you probably know him best as the creepy Sandy Ryerson on Glee or, depending on your maturity, as gonzo Hollywood producer Stu Baggs on...
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Independent Film Festival Boston (IFFBoston) |
02/27/12 |
Coolidge Corner Theatre, Brookline |
Purim with Pizzazz
Presented by Leventhal-Sidman JCC March 1, 2012 An event geared specifically for women in the South area to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Purim will be held on Thursday, March 1 at Temple Israel of Sharon (125 Pond Street) in Sharon.
Purim with Pizzazz - A Poetic Look at Queen Esther features renowned spoken word artist Vanessa Hidary, also known as the Hebrew Mamita. Hidary’s spoken word vignettes explore the concept of strong women, Jewish identity and the meaning of Purim in a whole new way.
The event,...
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Leventhal-Sidman JCC |
03/01/12 |
Temple Israel, Sharon |
National Theatre in HD -- The Comedy of Errors
Presented by Rockport Music at Shalin Liu Performance Center March 1, 2012 In its new home, the Shalin Liu Performance Center, Rockport Music presents performances from the National Theatre in London.
Featuring high-definition projection and state-of-the-art surround sound, you will be transported to the theatre.
Dominic Cooke, director of the celebrated Royal Court Theatre in London, comes to the National Theatre for the first time to direct Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors. Lenny Henry, famed comedian and star of the British situation...
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Rockport Music |
03/01/12 |
Shalin Liu Performance Center, Rockport |
The Cornish Project: An Apron Full of Beans
Presented by Roxbury Repertory Theater at Roxbury Community College Mainstage February 28-March 1, 2012 Boston Poet Laureate Sam Cornish joins forces with Roxbury Repertory Theater to create a moving performance piece from selected poems and prose. Gathered from his collection 'An Apron Full of Beans,' the Company sets Cornish’s eloquent, witty, and thought-provoking words to movement and music. The poetry touches on voices past and addresses the poet’s thoughts on family, race, music, and civil rights among other topics. There will be three performances in three different venues...
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Roxbury Repertory Theater |
02/28/12 -
03/01/12 |
Roxbury Community College Mainstage, Roxbury |
The Vagina Monologues
Presented by Wheaton College March 1-March 2, 2012 Producer Sophie Howard ’14 and director Julia McEntee ’12, present Eve Ensler’s classic piece about women’s memories and experiences of sexuality. Proceeds will go to New Hope of Attleboro, MA.
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Wheaton College |
03/01/12 -
03/02/12 |
Cole Memorial Chapel, Norton |
BOB: A Life in Five Acts
Presented by American Repertory Theater at Oberon February 29-March 2, 2012 Winner of the 2010 Barrie and Bernice Stavis Award from the National Theatre Conference.
This rags-to-riches-to-fame-to-fall-to-legacy-to-the-love-of-living-life tale follows Bob on an epic journey in just five acts. Written by the author of boom, the most produced play in America last season, BOB is the hilarious and poignant story of one man’s dream. A dream of greatness. The greatness of Bob.
Creative Team:
Written by
Peter Sinn...
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American Repertory Theater |
02/29/12 -
03/02/12 |
Oberon, Cambridge |
Time of My Life by Alan Ayckbourn
Presented by Zeitgeist Stage Company at BCA Plaza Black Box Theatre February 10-March 3, 2012 Ayckbourn's Time of My Life revolves around a family dinner at their favorite restaurant organized by successful businessman Gerry Stratton to celebrate his wife Laura's 54th birthday. Their grown sons are also present with their significant others. It is after the dinner breaks up that Ayckbourn's real genius becomes apparent as the play takes off in three different directions simultaneously. The parents remain in present time, disclosing secrets and redefining their relationship. The...
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Zeitgeist Stage Company |
02/10/12 -
03/03/12 |
BCA Plaza Black Box Theatre, Boston |
The YoYo Show at Pontine Theatre, Saturday 3 March
Presented by Pontine Theatre March 3, 2012 Saturday, March 3, at 2pm, Pontine Theatre presents John & Rebecca Higby in The YoYo Show. As seen on David Letterman, they have performed in over 20 countries. In October 2011, John set a new Guinness World Record in Beijing, China. Over 20 million viewers on Chinese television watched as he lit 14 matches with a yoyo in 60 seconds. The 45-minute show will be followed by a workshop for all ages. Tickets are $8 for the performance and $12 for the workshop (which includes the price...
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Pontine Theatre |
03/03/12 |
West End Studio Theatre, Portsmouth |
Open Mic & Talent Competition
Presented by The Lansdowne Pub at The Lansdowne Pub March 6, 2011-March 4, 2012 The Lansdowne Pub is breaking ground with our Sunday Night Open Mic & Talent Competition. Watch an assortment of experienced entertainers, selected from the dozens that auditioned, compete against one another for prizes and entry to the finals.
Audience members are encouraged to help judge and choose the top two winners from acts such as burlesque troupes, improv troupes, comedians, magicians, musicians, and more!.
Participate as a judge and take a shot at one...
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The Lansdowne Pub |
03/06/11 -
03/04/12 |
The Lansdowne Pub, Boston |
Photograph 51
Presented by Central Square Theater at Central Square Theater February 9-March 4, 2012 In 1951, British biophysicist Rosalind Franklin became a research associate at King’s College in London, where her X-ray imaging revealed DNA’s double helix structure, leading to the Nobel Prize – but not for Franklin. As told with wit and urgency by a chorus of scientists who relive the competitive race to be the first to map the DNA molecule, Photograph 51 is the story of the fiercely independent spirit of a young, ambitious scientist and her unsung, trailblazing...
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Central Square Theater |
02/09/12 -
03/04/12 |
Central Square Theater, Cambridge |
Daddy Long Legs
Presented by Merrimack Repertory Theatre at Merrimack Repertory Theatre February 9-March 4, 2012 Music and lyrics by Paul Gordon; book by John Caird; based on the novel by Jean Webster
A beautiful new musical from the co-director of Les Miserables and the creators of Jane Eyre. In this coming-of-age story set in 1912 New England, a young woman is given the opportunity to escape the orphanage she grew up in when an anonymous benefactor spots her potential and pays her way to attend university, as long as his identity remains a secret.
(Actor photo courtesy of...
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Merrimack Repertory Theatre |
02/09/12 -
03/04/12 |
Merrimack Repertory Theatre, Lowell |
Medea
Presented by Actors' Shakespeare Project at Multicultural Arts Center February 8-March 4, 2012 by Euripdes
directed by David R. Gammons
translated by Robin Robertson
Promises get made and broken, and that's when the rationale kicks in. In this searing look at what we can do to each other when lives turn upside down, Euripides blows open the key hole on the view that time does not change human nature. The depths to which wounds push people can have no measure.
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Actors' Shakespeare Project |
02/08/12 -
03/04/12 |
Multicultural Arts Center, Cambridge |
The Full Monty
Presented by The Boston Conservatory at The Boston Conservatory Theater March 1-March 4, 2012 Unemployed steelworkers in Buffalo, New York come up with a bold way to make some quick cash. In the process, they find renewed self-esteem and the importance of friendship.
Book by Terrence McNally.
Music and Lyrics by David Yazbek.
Directed by original Broadway cast member Laura Marie Duncan '94.
Musical Direction by Steven Ladd Jones.
Conducted by Peter Mansfield.
Choreographed by Michelle Chassé.
FOR MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY.
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The Boston Conservatory |
03/01/12 -
03/04/12 |
The Boston Conservatory Theater, Boston |