Monthly Archives: July 2012

Spectacular performances by Bernadette Peters and the Boston Pops make for a perfect Tanglewood afternoon

Posted on July 10, 2012 by L. Beck

Boston Pops Orchestra conducted by Keith Lockhart, July 8, 2012 Reviewed by Lesley Ann Beck A sunny afternoon, the Boston Pops, and the extraordinary Bernadette Peters combined for a perfect Tanglewood afternoon. Sunday’s concert, the first Boston Pops performance of … Continue reading →

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David Hyde Pierce directs an innovative “Earnest” at Williamstown Theatre Festival

Posted on July 5, 2012 by L. Beck

The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde Directed by David Hyde Pierce On the Mainstage at Williamstown Theatre Festival through July 14 Reviewed by Lesley Ann Beck Lady Bracknell as a tough, pistol-packing mob matriarch? Played by the indomitable … Continue reading →

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Dr. Ruth Westheimer is the subject of a brilliant new one-woman show by Mark St. Germain

Posted on July 3, 2012 by L. Beck

Dr. Ruth, All the Way by Mark St. Germain A world premiere at Barrington Stage Company Directed by Julianne Boyd Starring Debra Jo Rupp Reviewed by Lesley Ann Beck Dr. Ruth Westheimer is well-known for her frank talk about sex, … Continue reading →

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