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Holiday cheer for the twisted

Posted on December 15, 2012 | Leave a comment

Struggling to get into the holiday spirit? Perhaps you need to ignore conventional wisdom and tradition to make you crack a smile and feel jolly again.  Fortunately, Boston has two great programs running right now which you should check out:  Rudolph the Red Necked Reindeer and The Slutcracker are not to be missed.

Rudolph the Red Necked ReindeerRyan Landry and his cast of misfits otherwise known as the Gold Dust Orphans are receiving rave reviews for their show, which opened last month in the Fenwayand runs through December 23rd (Thursday – Sunday).  Tickets are $35 for general admission and $45 for reserved seating. You may purchase your tickets here.

ALSO…

slutcrackerThe Slutcraker is a home-grown holiday spectacular that has a very naughty twist to the Christmas classic, The Nutcracker.  Tickets are on sale for this bawdy production, which is currently running at the Somerville Theatre. Tickets are $25 and may be purchased here.

Still unsure? Read my write up from last year.

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Rudolph the Red Necked Reindeer opens tonight

Posted on November 29, 2012 | Leave a comment

Photo by Baron Michael Von Redlich w/ Grace Carney and MvR Photography

Last week I wrote about Ryan Landry’s troupe rehearsing for their new show, Rudolph the Red Necked Reindeer, which opens tonight at the Ramrod Performing Arts Center (otherwise known as Ramrod / Machine) at 1254 Boylston Street in Boston.

About the show:  Based on the Rankin/Bass Christmas special Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, the Orphan’s Rudolph is one sexy redneck with a southern drawl to boot! Along with special guest star Drew Barrymore, (her dogsled pulled by E.T.) Rudy and his trusty friend Herbie are out to save Christmas by any means necessary! But only if they can manage to escape the evil clutches of The Abominable Icicle Snow Monster Lady!

Tickets to this show are certain to sell out so be sure to purchase your tickets today.  Rudolph the Red Necked Reindeer opens tonight and runs through Sunday, December 23rd.

Purchase your tickets here.

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Rudolph the Red Necked Reindeer

Posted on November 14, 2012 | Leave a comment

Ryan Landry and his cast of misfits otherwise known as the Gold Dust Orphans are busy at work in rehearsals for their holiday show, Rudolph the Red Necked Reindeer.  More about this show will follow but for now all you need to know is that tickets are currently on sale.

Rudolph the Red Necked Reindeer opens Thursday, November 29th at 8:00 pm and will play every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night at 8:00 pm and every Sunday afternoon at 5:00 pm until December 23rd.

Purchase Tickets Here

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President Andrew Jackson rocks SpeakEasy Stage

Posted on October 23, 2012 | 1 comment

Bloody Bloody Andrew JacksonSource: SpeakEasy Stage Company, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Photo: Craig Bailey

Michael Friedman who penned Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson describes the story as, “…political theater, but one that happens to have this giddy, pop-rock soundtrack.” This is true, but he doesn’t do justice to how funny the show is considering the grim subject matter culminating with President Jackson’s most notorious accomplishment.

While I often laughed out loud, the scene with America’s ruling elite from the first half of the 19th century sashaying onto stage like runway models and dancing with reckless abandon to the Spice Girls was deliciously funny. I recognize that for many a rock musical detailing the life of the 7th President of the US may not be how you envision spending an evening out, but I have to challenge your preconceptions.  The show has the spirit and energy of a rock show with the narrative of a compelling story you can’t stop watching.

Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson runs without intermission for one hour and forty-five minutes at the Calderwood Pavilion from October 19 – November 17.  Tickets for the SpeakEasy Stage production are currently on sale, starting at $25.  Purchase Your Tickets Here.

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Expatriate by Lenelle Moïse

Posted on October 4, 2012 | Leave a comment

Starting today and running through Saturday is the Theater Offensive Off-Broadway play by Lenelle Moise, Expatriate. Normally I try to only write about shows I’ve had the opportunity to see, but due to the short run, I won’t have a chance to see this show. However, I love the work the Theater Offensive does and wanted to give them a shout out.

Want to find out more about this show or purchase tickets? Click here.

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The Kite Runner opens at New Rep Theatre

Posted on September 17, 2012 | 1 comment

New Rep TheatreThe Kite Runner at New Rep Theatre  

The Kite Runner, is a story written by Khaled Hosseini first published in 2003.  It became a New York Times best seller and was eventually adapted into a movie and a play.  The somber story centers around the life of a young, privileged Afghani named Amir.

The New Rep’s production will draw you in.  The narrative play opens in Kabul when Amir is a child growing up with his best friend and servant, Hassan.  Its a happy story, but by the time the first act closes you’ll have lump in your throat. The second act opens in America but when contacted by a family friend Hassan finds himself returning to Pakistan and Afghanistan where he must face his past, literally.

Performances run Wed thru Sunday until Sept 30th

I loved this story and I think you will too. This is a play that will elicit discussion and make you thankful to have the good fortune to grow up in a developed nation.  New Rep Theatre’s performances of The Kite Runner conclude on Sunday, September 30th. Performances run Wednesday thru Sunday each week and tickets may be purchased here. 

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Broadway or Bust

Posted on September 2, 2012 | 1 comment

PBS Broadway or BustPBS will premiere a three part series that will air during prime time called Broadway or Bust. The show starts on Sunday, September 9th at 8PM ET.  The show features the “real life” stories of some of America’s best high school musical performers, competing.  According to the PBS site the series is described as follows.

Part competition, part performance, and part non-fiction drama…where judges select the best performers in the country. The 60 finalists then descend on Broadway, where they plunge into the eye of the theatrical storm for one intense week of rehearsals, coaching, mentoring, performance and competition.

For all you theater queens, I’ve included a quick promo video. Start programming your cable /TiVo now.

 

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Lyric Stage Company one day sale today

Posted on August 22, 2012 | Leave a comment

Lyric Stage TheaterEarlier this summer The Lyric Stage Company announced their 2012-2013 season, which is set to begin early next month.  The tempting line up of performances has several comedies that look like they would make for a great date night.

The Lyric Stage Company one day sale allows you to purchase tickets for only $25.  Call the Lyric Stage Co. today for details of this fantastic opportunity at 617-585-5678.

This sale will be over almost as quickly as it has started so be sure to pick up the phone or visit their box office just outside of Copley Square in the Back Bay at 140 Clarendon Street.

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The Book of Mormon national tour

Posted on August 20, 2012 | Leave a comment

book of mormon national tourThe Book of Mormon comes to Boston April 2013

The Book of Mormon, written by South Park creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker with lyrics by Avenue Q songwriter Robert Lopez, is a satirical story of two Mormon missionaries who venture to Uganda to share the scriptures.

The fantastically successful Broadway show took home an amazing 9 Tony awards last year including Best Musical. So news of a national tour was eagerly anticipated and last week the show opened in Denver.  Tour dates run through next summer concluding in Washington D.C.

More about the tour and cities they will visit may be read here.

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Rumors Orlando Bloom to play Romeo on Broadway

Posted on August 14, 2012 | 1 comment

Earlier this month The Sun reported that Orlando Bloom might be headed to Broadway in a new adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet. No further information was provided, but this would be Bloom’s debut on Broadway if the rumor is true.

I love this play and have long enjoyed Bloom.  It is not hard for me to imagine him as a Montague.

Source: Broadway.com

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Wanda Sykes in Boston August 16th

Posted on July 28, 2012 | Leave a comment

Wanda Sykes will be performing two shows at the Wilbur in Boston’s Theater District on Thursday, August 16th. Looking for a good laugh and want to get out with friends?  Check out Wanda’s show.

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Where’s Wanda – Tour Dates

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Shakespeare on the Common starts Wed., July 25th

Posted on July 22, 2012 | Leave a comment

Boston GuyThe Commonwealth Shakespeare Company returns to the Boston Common with their 17th production of Shakespeare on the Common, on Wednesday, July 25th.  Performances will run through Sunday, August 12th.

This year the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company production is Coriolanus. Not familiar with this play written between 1605 – 1608? Neither am I but the play is based on the life of the legendary Roman leader, Caius Marcius Coriolanus.

Typical of Shakespearean plays, Coriolanus includes themes of betrayal and vengeance.  Interestingly, Hollywood has recently produced a modern interpretation of the 400+ year story and the movie includes acting heavyweights Gerard Butler, Ralph Fiennes (who also directs the movie), Vanessa Redgrave and Brian Cox.

Check out the trailer for the movie to get a feel for the storyline then plan an evening to come down and enjoy this free gift The Commonwealth Shakespeare Company so generously gives to the city. It is an excellent way to spend an evening with friends and support Boston’s local theater scene.  More information can be found here. 

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Margaret Cho in Provincetown

Posted on July 21, 2012 | Leave a comment

Margaret Cho ProvincetownFour weeks from today Margaret Cho will kick off a one-week run at the Art House in Provincetown.  If you’ve never seen Margaret Cho perform on stage and will be in Ptown during Carnival Week this is one show I’d highly recommend you go see.

Margaret Cho is a regular here, spending part of each summer in Provincetown.  Although she’s a San Franciscan through and through there is no doubt her heart has room for two homes and she considers Ptown a second home.  Her performances here tend to be more raw and her audiences more adoring.

Margaret Cho will be peforming from Saturday, August 11th through Saturday, August 18th.  You may purchase tickets online here.

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Broadway Bares XXII: Happily Ever After

Posted on June 18, 2012 | Leave a comment

Queerty has a selection of photos from last night’s Broadway Bares show at Roseland Ballroom in New York City. The goal of this show each year is to raise money for Broadway Cares / Equity fights AIDS.

This year’s fairy-tale themed show “Happy Endings” hoped to raise $300,000, but there is no word if they met or exceeded the goal from the sale and money raised from the two shows last night.  My favorite promo photo for this event is Goldilocks and the three bears.  You can see pictures from Sunday’s shows on Queerty’s website here.  You can also check out the very enticing promo video, which I posted on my blog last week here.

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Pam Ann Around the world tour

Posted on June 8, 2012 | Leave a comment

Pam Ann BostonPam Ann flew into Boston for one show on the Thursday of Pride week in Boston. Her current tour, Around the world, is a raunchy, hilarious two hour escapade.  Caroline Reid (a.k.a. Pam Ann) had the Boston audience eating out of her hand and cheering for her throughout the two hour show, which ridiculed the airline industry and pandered unabashedly to her adoring (and overwhelmingly) gay audience.

Check out her facebook page here.

I wish I was the kind of guy who could recall funny lines because this show is full of them, but since I can’t regale you I’d highly recommend checking out the show.  If Pam Ann’s show is flying into your town check and see if tickets remain – you won’t be disappointed.

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