Review

Film Review: Was “The Lovers & the Despot” Really Necessary?

September 26, 2016
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Kim Jong-il, then heir to the leadership of North Korea, kidnapped South Korean superstars to beef up the country’s impoverished cinema.

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Book Review: Altamont — Rock’s Worst Day?

September 26, 2016
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As a work of history, a journalistic account, and an astute study of a troubled subculture, Altamont is so engrossing that it almost disarms criticism.

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Fuse Classical Music Review: The Handel and Haydn Society — An Amazing 202nd Season Opener

September 25, 2016
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This is a major Bach town and, judging by this evening, no ensemble performs his music much better than H & H under Harry Christophers.

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Fuse Theater Review: Israeli Stage’s “Fertile” — Powerful Theater About Difference

September 24, 2016
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Romona Lisa Alexander’s impressive talent for chameleonic invention is well-suited to this demanding script.

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Theater Review: Machine de Cirque — A Captivating Contraption

September 23, 2016
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Yes, another circus show has come to town with players who display breath-taking athleticism in all its cheeky glory.

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Visual Arts Review: The Photography of Imogen Cunningham — A Creative Bridge Between Two Worlds

September 22, 2016
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As an artist whose photographs bridge the old world and the new, Imogen Cunningham should be a part of the present-day conversation.

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Theater Review: SpeakEasy Stage Company Delights with “Significant Other”

September 21, 2016
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From Significant Other’s opening moments, it is clear that this smart and heartfelt script is in very capable hands.

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Fuse Theater Review: Sondheim’s Scintillating Portrait of the Artist — Sunday in the Park with George

September 21, 2016
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The cherry on top of this terrific production is its stunning technical design, from lighting and sets to sound, projection, and costumes.

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Theater Review: Harbor Stage Company’s “Miss Julie” — A Respectable Tragedy

September 20, 2016
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This is a satisfying if limited production; the Harbor Stage Company is a troupe that is well worth keeping an eye on.

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Visual Arts Review: Frances Stark — The Art of Innuendo

September 20, 2016
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Frances Stark is making art about art about art..

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