Metro Arts
Artist Profile: Alan T. Gilbert ’89 on Conducting, Repertoire Philosophy, and Musical Inspiration
Alan Gilbert will conduct a program of Haydn symphonies and Stravinsky’s Violin Concerto with the Boston Symphony Orchestra this February.
Mel Robbins On Letting Go and Leaning In
Robbins shares how the advice in her latest book “The Let Them Theory” can help readers look at their lives in a different way.
The Backfires Concert Review: Indie Rock on All Cylinders at Sonia
The energy was amplified exponentially by The Backfires in a show that took the audience for a ride of head banging, pounding beats, and power chords.
Artist Profile: Ross Jamie Collins and Na’Zir McFadden on a Young Conductor’s Craft
Collins, 23, and McFadden, 24, recently conducted the Boston Symphony Orchestra in a concert program featuring Sibelius and Grieg.
Artist Profile: Alan and Bê Bilzerian, Godparents of Contemporary Fashion
For the past 50 years, Alan and Bê Bilzerian have called the shots in the contemporary fashion world from behind the scenes.
Grand Kyiv Ballet’s ‘The Nutcracker’ Review: Ukrainian Dancers Take Center Stage
On Nov. 29, the Grand Kyiv Ballet brought their rendition of the holiday classic “The Nutcracker” to life at the Emerson Colonial Theatre.
‘Holiday Pops’ Review: A Splendid and Spirited Journey
The programming and execution of the concert provided an enjoyable experience for a variety of listeners.
‘The Snow Queen’ Review: Grand Kyiv Ballet Shares Its Unique Identity
Adapted from the same story that inspired Disney’s “Frozen,” the performance was captivating and full of holiday festivities.
Boston Ballet’s ‘The Nutcracker’: An Annual Amazement
This rendition was a stunning production coupled with humor, a satisfying amount of human touch, and the usual technical prowess of Boston Ballet dancers.
Pammy’s Review: Eclectic, Exciting, and Just Darn Good
Falling just short of perfect, Pammy’s only issues arise when they try to take a dish too far.
‘Noises Off’ Review: It’s Got the Laughs, but Not Clear Characterization
While Lyric Stage Boston’s production is funny beyond a doubt, its success could be amplified by the actors clearly setting apart their dual personas.
Kava Neo-Taverna Review: Authentic Greek Cuisine Restrained by the Limits of Fine Dining
The experience of a Saturday night dinner at Kava is certainly unique.
‘Aida’ Review: An Intimate Rendition of an Opera Classic
With a dedicated cast and tight-knit production, the Boston Lyric Opera’s “Aida” was a wonderful staging of a renowned classic.
Snowport: A Winter Wonderland of Festivities and Community
Snowport offers a dazzling array of seasonal festivities and animates the city.
Artist Profile: Jenn Tran on Fame, Family, and Finding Somebody
It feels a world away from the woman who first graced TV screens this January as a contestant on “The Bachelor,” starred in her own season of “The Bachelorette.”
