Up Close Paintings by Elizabeth Slayton Newton Free Library Newton, MA February 2 – 28, 2012 Elizabeth Slayton, a painter based in Jamaica Plain, has, over a number of years, consistently produced carefully wrought and gently inspired paintings in a variety of motifs. This show features, dominantly, a group of sedately inspiring still lifes. Most […]
The Artist
Film (2011)
Written and directed by Michel Hazanavicius
A delightful film based on a rudimentary premise, but executed deftly, with great charm and humor.
The 2012 deCordova Biennial
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum Lincoln, MA January 22 – April 22, 2012 A selection of works by twenty-three contemporary artists. Approaching the entrance, one is welcomed by a large lighted sign vividly displaying the question: Capitalism Works For Me! True/False? One can press a button to vote for either extreme. (I did.) The sign, […]
Art
Play (1994) by Yasmina Reza Translated by Christopher Hampton Directed by Antonio Ocampo-Guzman New Repertory Theatre Arsenal Center for the Arts Watertown, MA January 15 – February 5, 2012 With Robert Walsh (Serge), Doug Lockwood (Yvan), Robert Pemberton (Marc) The 1994, wildly popular, play about three friends, an almost all-white painting, and how their lines […]
Red
Play (2009) by John Logan Speakeasy Stage Company Boston Center for the Arts Boston, MA January 6 – February 4, 2012 Directed by David R. Gammons Scenic Design by Cristina Todesco Costume Design by Gail Astrid Buckley Lighting Design by Jeff Adelberg Sound Design by Bill Barclay Katie Ailinger, Production Stage Manager With Thomas Derrah […]