Theater
Barry Keoghan Named Hasty Pudding Man of the Year
Academy Award-nominated Irish actor Barry Keoghan will be the Hasty Pudding Theatricals’ 2024 Man of the Year, according to a Friday announcement.
Best Musicals Turned Movies: The Shows Made Better on the Silver Screen
Several film adaptations of musical theater utilize the cinematic landscape to enrich storylines and narrative universes in ways that are impossible to achieve in live performances.
Artist Profile: Adrienne Chan ’25 — Choreography as a Relationship, Dance as its Language
Chan believes the dance can exist as an independent art form and communicate significant meaning. To her, choreography is a relationship, and dance is a language.
Artist Profile: Matthew W. Cole ’24 on the Balancing Act of Stand-up Comedy
Matthew Cole is an artistic multi-hyphenate, but comedy has emerged as a natural and consistent focus.
Artist Profile: Josh R. Hillers ’24 on Communication and Connection Through Tech Theater
Hillers always aims to make his production environments “safe and welcome” so that everyone can appreciate and enjoy the process.
Theater, Dance, & Media’s ‘CELLS,’ In Cast Perspectives
Five student performers speak on their experiences in "CELLS," the Fall 2023 Harvard department of Theater, Dance, & Media production.
‘Chicago’ Review: An Intricate Emotional Dance
The musical’s flamboyance proves tasteful and elegant, and the actors’ faithful rendition of this character-driven story captivates audiences.
Topdog or Underdog: The Most Popular and Most Forgotten ‘I Want’ Songs
An "I Want" song allows the audience to further understand a character and their story. Here is a ranking of the most well-known “I Want” songs and those that deserve more attention.
‘BLKS’ Review: Relatable, Energetic, Vibrant, and Uplifting
Achieving its goal to mirror Black queer women of the present day, “BLKS” told a relatable story full of humor and heart.
Artist Profile: Claire Yoo '23 Has Fun and Makes Fun
"It’s so fun to do comedy, and to do something that makes people happy," Yoo said.
‘Under Control/Utter Chaos’ Review: ‘Wait, Is This Play About Us?’
The show that “started out as a joke” is a hilarious, introspective, and ultimately touching work that speaks to the Harvard experience on a deeply relatable level.
‘The Band’s Visit’ Review: Music Is Love And Hope
“The Band’s Visit” serves as a reminder that music can act as a bridge between people.
From Tuning To Bows: A Retrospective on the Pit Orchestra
The uplifting power of a pit orchestra plays a crucial role in giving Broadway musicals a polished, perfected feel. A good pit provides the foundation for a great production.
‘Jekyll & Hyde’ Review: A Stunning Experience
“Jekyll & Hyde” was, in one word, stunning — the show utilized every element in the most fitting ways possible, to allow audiences a fully immersive peek into the dark, twisted mind of Dr. Jekyll and his alter ego.
‘The Game’s Afoot’ Review: A Gray, Lethargic Attempt at Farce
Lacking speed and energy, Lyric Stage’s “The Game’s Afoot” falls short of farce.
‘Blue Man Group’ Review: The Absurd at Its Best
Part comedy show, part rave, part immense musical performance, Blue Man Group strives to create an unforgettable experience for its audience.
‘La Cenerentola’ Review: The Disenchanted Fairytale in Boston
Boston Lyric Opera’s production of “La Cenerentola” gives the audience a fresh take on Rossellini’s bel Canto opera. Along with the exceptional orchestra, the actors engage the audience in laughter and bring them into the wonder of Cinderella and kindness.
New American Repertory Theater Development Plan Unanimously Approved by BPDA
The Boston Planning and Development Agency unanimously approved development plans Thursday for relocating Harvard’s American Repertory Theater from its Brattle Street location into Allston, alongside construction of new affiliate housing.
‘Footloose’ Preview: An Uplifting, Warm-hearted Journey to Freedom
ASAP and ¡TEATRO! breathe new life into "Footloose," highlighting the story's diasporic themes and intergenerational traumas that are linked with many immigrant family stories.
‘Undoing the Un-Doable’ in ‘The Book of Life’: Finding Healing Amidst Genocide Through Theater
“The Book of Life” transcends traditional theatrical boundaries, becoming a vehicle for both personal and communal healing.
Best Musicals To Listen To: A Taste of Theatrical Excellence Without the Hassle
Broadway or touring cast shows are not always accessible or easy to attend — but these musical theater soundtracks are great to listen to in lieu of securing yourself a seat in the theater.
Artist Profile: Julia K. Grullon ’24 on Stage Managing as a Catalyst for Artistic Growth
Grullon lives and leads by example to ensure that everyone feels welcome in Harvard’s theater spaces. Her genuine concern for the well-being of others at the individual, communal, and global levels is perhaps the greatest strength of her leadership.
‘Frozen’ Review: A Captivating Musical That Will Melt Your Heart
Disney’s “Frozen” is a fabulous theatrical spectacle for all ages. While the special effects are astonishing, the show’s most successful element is its attention to detail.
Wicked Retrospective: A Shiz University 20th-Year Reunion
As “Wicked” moves out of its own teenage years, solidifying the show as a timeless classic, the college backdrop continues to captivate audiences of all ages.
The Black Playwrights’ Festival: Celebrating Black Artists, Stories, and Community
BlackCAST's annual festival demonstrated the beauty of creating art in community while also highlighting individual playwrights' unique voices.