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‘Jonathan’: His success may depend on others

By Rich Fahey BOSTON – We all want to fit in. And we all want to be good at what we do. Jonathan Gibbs is no exception. He is 19, a high school… Continue reading →

‘Fourth Turning’: A rare spotlight on conservatives

By Rich Fahey BOSTON – Now in its 32nd season, the SpeakEasy Stage Company has never shied away from works described as “provocative” or “controversial.” Instead, you can expect noteworthy works described that… Continue reading →

On ‘Sing Street,’ a teen finds both love and music

By Rich Fahey BOSTON – The pretty girl/model necessary for the all-important music video was all set. Now all he needed was a band. Conor Lawlor (Adam Bregman) is on a quest to… Continue reading →

NSMT’s ‘Buddy Holly Story’: the music never died

By Rich Fahey BEVERLY – No less than the great musical storyteller Don McLean sang in his immortal tune “American Pie” about “The Day The Music Died.” On February 3, 1959, American rock… Continue reading →

The legend of ‘Anastasia’ endures and entrances

By Rich Fahey BOSTON – It was, in some ways. putting the cart before the horse. The 1997  film “Anastasia” is one of many animated films to find their way onto the stage.… Continue reading →

CSC, Shakespeare hit a home run on the Common

By Rich Fahey BOSTON – It was a home run of an evening for an institution and a tradition that surely could use one. The Commonwealth Shakespeare Company has been performing its free… Continue reading →

NSMT’s ‘Cinderella’ is a story, spectacle for our time

By Rich Fahey BEVERLY – The North Shore Music Theatre isn’t superstitious and doesn’t harbor a grudge, and that’s a good thing. A devastating fire during a run of the musical “Rodgers &… Continue reading →

‘The Robber Bridegroom’ an ideal summer escape

By Rich Fahey PLYMOUTH – You can meet some very interesting characters in the backwoods of the 18th century Mississippi territory. And while you’re there it’s also a good idea to keep a… Continue reading →

Two Diamonds sparkle in ‘A Beautiful Noise’

By Rich Fahey BOSTON – You know the music in the jukebox. But do you really know the man behind it? Neil Diamond has crafted a career that has spanned generations and included… Continue reading →

‘West Side Story’ marks a glorious return for Reagle

By Rich Fahey WALTHAM – Rachel Bertone is the whole package. The award-winning director/choreographer has taken over as artistic director of the Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston from founder Robert Eagle, who… Continue reading →