Review
Our critics salute the year’s outstanding productions, with some commentary on the state of the art.
Throughout their anthology, Nayland Blake reminds readers of the importance of maintaining authenticity and self-representation in every facet of creative work.
Welcome back! The second half-life of the Either/Orchestra.
A satisfying, occasionally cringe-worthy Gothic thriller, whose sharp satire of social mores contains a feminist message that’s hard to miss.
Two new books and one reissued classic will teach, delight, and intrigue children.
It’s as if the curators of this BPL exhibit are warning us that the future of our democracy depends on our paying attention.
This past weekend, Goose wished fans a festive holiday season with a Victorian-inspired carnival extravaganza.
Why was the original production of Merrily We Roll Along such an abysmal failure and how did it turn into a hit? Does the new film succeed in capturing the magic of the hit Broadway revival (and is that even possible)?
The 2025 version of the Revels once again fills historic Sanders Theatre with comedy and music, while at the same time encouraging us to reflect on the things that are important in life — family, love, and the peaceful solitude of a cold winter’s night.
Arts Feature: Best Movies (With Some Disappointments) of 2025
Our demanding critics choose the best films (along with some disappointments) of the year. And there is plenty of disagreement.
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