Category Archives: Interviews
Dance on Film: Jacob’s Pillow “Never Stand Still” A Candid Look Behind the Scenes
A brilliant feature length documentary on Jacob’s Pillow by award winning director Ron Honsa and narrated by Bill T. Jones. Its release coincides with the 80th Anniversary Season of America’s longest running dance festival. Read More…
Dance on Film: Jacob’s Pillow “Never Stand Still” A Candid Look Behind the Scenes
A brilliant feature length documentary on Jacob’s Pillow by award winning director Ron Honsa and narrated by Bill T. Jones. Its release coincides with the 80th Anniversary Season of America’s longest running dance festival. Read More…
Barrington Stage Offers 230 Summer Events for 2012 – Our Complete Guide
The complete listings reveal that Ron Orbach will play Tevya, Dr. Ruth herself will appear, and several new cabaret events have been added including a weekend of Jacques Brel. Read More…
Barrington Stage Offers 230 Summer Events for 2012 – Our Complete Guide
The complete listings reveal that Ron Orbach will play Tevya, Dr. Ruth herself will appear, and several new cabaret events have been added including a weekend of Jacques Brel. Read More…
Berkshire Actor’s Theatre to Perform Double Bill in Repertory at Berkshire Museum
While modest is scale, the 2012 season of the Berkshire Actor’s Theatre is taking a different course than other companies – two plays by John Patrick Shanley that will run, side by side, in repertory at the Berkshire Musem Theatre. Read More…
Berkshire Actor’s Theatre to Perform Double Bill in Repertory at Berkshire Museum
While modest is scale, the 2012 season of the Berkshire Actor’s Theatre is taking a different course than other companies – two plays by John Patrick Shanley that will run, side by side, in repertory at the Berkshire Musem Theatre. Read More…
Interview: Chad Allen’s “On the Other Hand, Death” a breakthrough film
There’s been a renewal of interest in the work of Chad Allen recently, and one reader asked that I re-run an interview with him that first appeared in my earlier blog, Arts America. Here it is. Click on photo to read about one of my favorite people.
Interview: Chad Allen’s “On the Other Hand, Death” a breakthrough film
There’s been a renewal of interest in the work of Chad Allen recently, and one reader asked that I re-run an interview with him that first appeared in my earlier blog, Arts America. Here it is. Click on photo to read about one of my favorite people.
Birth of a Band: Zammuto to debut at Mass MoCA
A hotly anticipated new band, has evolved from The Books. You’re going to hear something truly different and exciting, on February 3 at Mass MoCA. His name is Nick and his band’s name is Zammuto. Click pic for details.
Birth of a Band: Zammuto to debut at Mass MoCA
A hotly anticipated new band, has evolved from The Books. You’re going to hear something truly different and exciting, on February 3 at Mass MoCA. His name is Nick and his band’s name is Zammuto. Click pic for details.
Walter Issacson on The Book of Jobs: First up at Barrington Stage Live from 92nd St. Y Series
The future of the Barrington Stage Company (BSC) telecasts have been in question for months, so it comes as great news that they will continue. Three great achievers – Walter Isaacson, Mandy Patinkin and Gloria Steinham – will kick off
Walter Issacson on The Book of Jobs: First up at Barrington Stage Live from 92nd St. Y Series
The future of the Barrington Stage Company (BSC) telecasts have been in question for months, so it comes as great news that they will continue. Three great achievers – Walter Isaacson, Mandy Patinkin and Gloria Steinham – will kick off
12 Best TED Talks on Arts and Entertainment for 2012
As the new year approaches, we take stock of the year just passed, and note how we might do better. This weekend, take a listen to some of the great minds in arts and entertainment for insights on how they
12 Best TED Talks on Arts and Entertainment for 2012
As the new year approaches, we take stock of the year just passed, and note how we might do better. This weekend, take a listen to some of the great minds in arts and entertainment for insights on how they
Ryan Winkles takes on Crumpet the Elf in “The Santaland Diaries” December 2-30
This week Shakespeare & Company unwraps its newest star, Ryan Winkles in the role of Crumpet the Elf in The Santaland Diaries. It will run from December 2-30, 2011 at the company’s home in Lenox, MA. Working with director Tony
Ryan Winkles takes on Crumpet the Elf in “The Santaland Diaries” December 2-30
This week Shakespeare & Company unwraps its newest star, Ryan Winkles in the role of Crumpet the Elf in The Santaland Diaries. It will run from December 2-30, 2011 at the company’s home in Lenox, MA. Working with director Tony
RPI’s Neil Rolnick performs “Mono” on Dec. 1 – A Musical Work about Hearing Loss
Drawing on a personal experience of hearing loss, composer and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Professor Neil Rolnick will perform portions of his latest composition – titled “MONO” – an exploration of the nature and fragility of sensory perception, Dec. 1 at
RPI’s Neil Rolnick performs “Mono” on Dec. 1 – A Musical Work about Hearing Loss
Drawing on a personal experience of hearing loss, composer and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Professor Neil Rolnick will perform portions of his latest composition – titled “MONO” – an exploration of the nature and fragility of sensory perception, Dec. 1 at
The Steve Jobs – J.S. Bach Connection
What do you suppose was on Steve Jobs’ iPod? What did he listen to….while it may be fun to speculate, it’s been out there for years: he liked all types of music. The person who revolutionized the way we consume
The Steve Jobs – J.S. Bach Connection
What do you suppose was on Steve Jobs’ iPod? What did he listen to….while it may be fun to speculate, it’s been out there for years: he liked all types of music. The person who revolutionized the way we consume
Interview: Frank Rich – Talking about Theatre, Politics and Himself
Frank Rich is one of America’s best informed political writers, and his honesty and candor continues to be a refreshing change from the dizzying spin that emanates from the politicians in our nation’s capitol. For theatre people (who have been
Interview: Frank Rich – Talking about Theatre, Politics and Himself
Frank Rich is one of America’s best informed political writers, and his honesty and candor continues to be a refreshing change from the dizzying spin that emanates from the politicians in our nation’s capitol. For theatre people (who have been
Barrington Stage Simulcast Series Continues with Andy Borowitz, Barbara Walters and Paula Deen
From Our News Desk: Barrington Stage Company (BSC) continues the “Live from NY’s 92nd Street Y” Simulcasts with three programs for fall 2011. The popular satellite broadcast series enters its second year in the Berkshires, and brings thought provoking lectures,
Barrington Stage Simulcast Series Continues with Andy Borowitz, Barbara Walters and Paula Deen
From Our News Desk: Barrington Stage Company (BSC) continues the “Live from NY’s 92nd Street Y” Simulcasts with three programs for fall 2011. The popular satellite broadcast series enters its second year in the Berkshires, and brings thought provoking lectures,
Preview: Kevin Smith and his film “Red State” Sneak into Pittsfield’s Little Cinema for One Night Only Sept. 25
The first horror film/thriller to base its story on American evangelicals gone wild, Red State has not been seen in many cinemas, and for good reason. The nastiness it portrays is America today, and what some Christian believers would do
Preview: Kevin Smith and his film “Red State” Sneak into Pittsfield’s Little Cinema for One Night Only Sept. 25
The first horror film/thriller to base its story on American evangelicals gone wild, Red State has not been seen in many cinemas, and for good reason. The nastiness it portrays is America today, and what some Christian believers would do
Talking with Amanda McBroom about “The Rose,” and her Encore at Barrington Stage 9/23-24
We had a great conversation with Grammy Award-winner Amanda McBroom the last time she came to the Berkshires. She returns to appear again with Barrington Stage for two performances Friday, September 23 and Saturday, September 24 at 8pm at BSC
Talking with Amanda McBroom about “The Rose,” and her Encore at Barrington Stage 9/23-24
We had a great conversation with Grammy Award-winner Amanda McBroom the last time she came to the Berkshires. She returns to appear again with Barrington Stage for two performances Friday, September 23 and Saturday, September 24 at 8pm at BSC
Interview: Writer-Director Aaron Posner tackles some explosive issues in “My Name is Asher Lev”
There are still a few days before My Name is Asher Lev begins previews but word has already spread through the Berkshires that something unusual and very special is about to reach the stage. Asher Lev is a play that
Interview: Writer-Director Aaron Posner tackles some explosive issues in “My Name is Asher Lev”
There are still a few days before My Name is Asher Lev begins previews but word has already spread through the Berkshires that something unusual and very special is about to reach the stage. Asher Lev is a play that
A great leap forward for Craig Black, Jr., winner of Jacob’s Pillow Lorna Strassler Award
There is nothing out of the ordinary about dancer Craig Black, Jr. and yet something that is very unique. He’s down to earth and hardworking like so many of his peers, yet in the studio and on stage you sense
A great leap forward for Craig Black, Jr., winner of Jacob’s Pillow Lorna Strassler Award
There is nothing out of the ordinary about dancer Craig Black, Jr. and yet something that is very unique. He’s down to earth and hardworking like so many of his peers, yet in the studio and on stage you sense
Bill Barclay’s “EveryActor” at Shakespeare & Co – Eternal Questions, Inspiring Answers
Shakespeare & Company artist Bill Barclay (seen in photo above) and the vibrant Performance Intern Company are collaborating on a new work – based on an old story – EverymanActor. The basic plot follows a rag-tag group of actors as
Bill Barclay’s “EveryActor” at Shakespeare & Co – Eternal Questions, Inspiring Answers
Shakespeare & Company artist Bill Barclay (seen in photo above) and the vibrant Performance Intern Company are collaborating on a new work – based on an old story – EverymanActor. The basic plot follows a rag-tag group of actors as
Interview: Weekend “Out” at Jacob’s Pillow Reveals its fascinating gay history
This weekend has been dubbed Weekend “Out” at Jacob’s Pillow and it’s not only a chance to explore some little known history of the place but to also enjoy the best that dance has to offer. You can find the
Interview: Weekend “Out” at Jacob’s Pillow Reveals its fascinating gay history
This weekend has been dubbed Weekend “Out” at Jacob’s Pillow and it’s not only a chance to explore some little known history of the place but to also enjoy the best that dance has to offer. You can find the
Interview (Part Two): Randy Harrison and his life beyond the Berkshires
This interview copyright © Larry Murray, 2011. Reproduction without permission strictly forbidden. If you wish to share this article, please link to it, do not steal it. Photo above by Jaime Davidson, courtesy Berkshire Theatre Festival. In Part One of this
Interview (Part Two): Randy Harrison and his life beyond the Berkshires
This interview copyright © Larry Murray, 2011. Reproduction without permission strictly forbidden. If you wish to share this article, please link to it, do not steal it. Photo above by Jaime Davidson, courtesy Berkshire Theatre Festival. In Part One of this
Interview: Christian Coulson on Greg Keller’s new play, “Dutch Masters” at the Unicorn
This interview copyright © Larry Murray, 2011. Reproduction without permission strictly forbidden. If you wish to share this article, please link to it, do not steal it. Photo above by Larry Murray. One of the most pleasant surprises when they
Interview: Christian Coulson on Greg Keller’s new play, “Dutch Masters” at the Unicorn
This interview copyright © Larry Murray, 2011. Reproduction without permission strictly forbidden. If you wish to share this article, please link to it, do not steal it. Photo above by Larry Murray. One of the most pleasant surprises when they
Six Questions for the new Berkshire Actor’s Theatre (opening August 3)
(Pop style photo of the cast by Enrico Spada.) Most of us who follow theatre in the Berkshires were surprised a few weeks ago when news arrived of a new professional company which planned to begin operating this summer. At
Six Questions for the new Berkshire Actor’s Theatre (opening August 3)
(Pop style photo of the cast by Enrico Spada.) Most of us who follow theatre in the Berkshires were surprised a few weeks ago when news arrived of a new professional company which planned to begin operating this summer. At
Interview: Randy Harrison talks about his “Tommy” experience – Part One
This interview copyright © Larry Murray, 2011. Reproduction without permission strictly forbidden. If you wish to share this article, please link to it, do not steal it. Photo above by Jaime Davidson, courtesy Berkshire Theatre Festival. Actor Randy Harrison’s yearly sojourns
Interview: Randy Harrison talks about his “Tommy” experience – Part One
This interview copyright © Larry Murray, 2011. Reproduction without permission strictly forbidden. If you wish to share this article, please link to it, do not steal it. Photo above by Jaime Davidson, courtesy Berkshire Theatre Festival. Actor Randy Harrison’s yearly sojourns
