Review
The performance’s excellent musicianship and many amusing moments were at the service of a relevant evening of commentary on the lighter side of the current news cycle.
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An intriguing cross-disciplinary concept gave birth to a pallid, underrehearsed production.
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Shining leads make up for a problem play that, in this production, has been further problematized.
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Variations and fugues are the overriding themes of pianist/composer Michael Brown’s captivating new album. If you’re an Andris Nelsons fan, this Deutsche Grammophon album won’t disappoint, and a disc that features three pieces by composer Ferdinand Ries, who was friendly with Beethoven, is worth hearing.
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David Lang’s score is hypnotic, and Emmanuel Music’s quartet of singers gave wonderful renditions.
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Top Girls’ conflicts and political themes seem more relevant than ever in this excellent production.
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The Villains’ Supper Club supplies an engaging and funny twist on the superhero mythos, plus a smart, refreshing look at the tribulations of working mothers.
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The script is symptomatic of the Trump era: a passionate rejection of the “politically correct” pushes warriors for “freedom,” as well as voices of radicalism, into morally despicable positions.
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The Birringer Duo’s disc is a terrific, engaging release, The Colin Currie Group’s performance is nothing short of a powerhouse, and pianist Liza Stepanova plays with lots of character and color.
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For me, the experience of watching Roseanne is annoying and unpleasant.
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