Wanna Buy?

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There have probably been thousands of stage productions mounted of Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman” and most have adhered to the same playbook, a testament to the enduring “rightness” of Miller’s script. Ensemble Theatre Company  founding director Joe Hanreddy decided to make some changes, adding enlivening new elements for…

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Exuberance and Joy Via Vienna

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Watching Maestro Nicholas McGegan conduct, it’s easy to see why the San Francisco based Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra sounds so appealing and alive: he’s having such a blast, and his enthusiasm is contagious. Ostensibly a “period” ensemble, specializing in Baroque and early Romantic repertoire, they also transcend labels and play music…

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Do Unto Others…

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The title character of “Amelie,” as anyone who saw the 2001 French movie knows, had a little problem with the second part of that admonition as far as others doing unto her. She’s ready to help strangers and acquaintances but isn’t comfortable accepting help, or love, from others. Out of…

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The Walking, Angry Talking Dead

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Ensemble Theatre Company will launch their latest production, Henry Miller’s iconic “Death of a Salesman” February 7th at the New Vic, with a few twists, the main one being live original music accompanying the proceedings. It’s an interesting touch, more so because the three fine musicians also act, and very…

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