Quebec’s Eastern Townships Offer So Much
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
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
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’
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
A review of Arena Civic Theatre’s 12 Angry Jurors by Max Hartshorne
Town Meeting 2024 in Deerfield: A Whisker Close Vote
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!
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Another great weekend, made special by my old friend Harry Garton arriving for a visit and skiing at Stratton Mountain in Vermont.