Quebec’s Eastern Townships Offer So Much
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We are just back from a thrilling and enjoyable visit over our northern border Eastern Townships of Quebec. With the dollar at 30% higher, it’s cheap.
Tanglewood Awaits, in the Summer Tradition
![Past Articles 1 A perfect lazy Sunday afternoon at Tanglewood, with Joshua Bell on violin with the BSO.](https://maxhartshorne.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/P8025344-1.jpg)
It’s another July and it’s time for another visit to the hallowed lawn of Tanglewood in the Berkshires to enjoy the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
‘Unreconciled’ at Chester: A Powerful One Man Show
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Chester Theater presents Jay Sefton in the one-man show about a pedophile priest during his youth in Philadelphia, titled ‘Unreconciled.”
My First Acting Role in ‘The Man Who Came to Dinner’
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I’m taking on my first acting role, a small part in The Man Who Came to Dinner with the Easthampton Theater Company on June 20-24, 2024.
12 Angry Jurors, Arena Civic Theatre’s Dramatic Opener
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A review of Arena Civic Theatre’s 12 Angry Jurors by Max Hartshorne
Town Meeting 2024 in Deerfield: A Whisker Close Vote
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Town Meeting 2024 in Deerfield approved expenses for the year and a surprising close no vote on letting 16 and 17-year-olds vote in town elections.
The Play That Goes Wrong. I’ll Say!
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The Play that Goes Wrong, a delightfully funny British farce at the Majestic Theater in West Springfield through June 2. Theater critic Max Hartshorne’s review of the play.
Edward Valerio: Losing a True Friend of 20 Years
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Edward Valerio, one of my best friends, passed away on April 4, 2024. This is a tribute to his unique personality and our satisfying, long friendship.
Pivot: March 21, 2024
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Pivot. I feel like this might be a day in which a new era begins and life of doubt lifts to become a more fulfilling life.
February 2024: Retired Life, Time at Home
![Past Articles 2 My new chair](https://maxhartshorne.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_1070-251x334.jpeg)
A retired life. I thought I wanted to work forever, but now that the chance is here to relax, putter, fix stuff and have houseguests it’s not as tempting.
The Ladyslipper: A Tale of Love and Succession
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Tonight the Majestic Theater’s Producing Director Danny Eaton watched one of his own plays come to life in The Ladyslipper. A review of the new play, through March 25, 2024.
Exploring the Republic of Georgia: Tbilisi and Gudauri Ski Resort
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An account of a visit to the Republic of Georgia to Tbilisi and to the Gudauri Ski Resort in the north near the Russian border.
Torch Song in Easthampton: Powerful and Funny
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Torch Song is a powerful and hilarious story of a gay man and his quest for love, acceptance and happiness, Easthampton Theater Company.
The Importance of Being Earnest: Majestic Theater
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The Importance of Being Earnest, by Oscar Wilde. A review of a new production of the 1895 Victorian satire at the Majestic Theater.
Christmas 2023: A Mixed Bag of Blessings
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Reflecting on Christmas 2023, not a great year, not a happy party-filled year, more a slog. But there was some bright spots.
Torch Song: Coming Soon to Easthampton
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Tonight, I got a behind-the-scenes look at a new production by Easthampton Theater Company when four actors read Harvey Fierstein’s Torch Song.
A Christmas Story: Ja’Duke Brings on the Kids
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A Christmas Story tells the tale of Ralphie, a kid who desperately wants a BB gun for Christmas but has to work to get it—review of Ja’Duke Theater.
Weekend of Skiing and Friendship: What Made it Great
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Another great weekend, made special by my old friend Harry Garton arriving for a visit and skiing at Stratton Mountain in Vermont.