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Newspaper
Berkshire Eagle
Location
Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1969
Page
2
A reader recalls a staged drama by Milton R. Bass based on John and Abigail Adams. The performance in Philadelphia sparked fascination with the couple and their era, driving the reader to consult multiple biographies and histories to deepen understanding.
The author reflects on reading habits and how finishing none of several books led to a renewed interest sparked by a Washington trip. He details how studying John Adams and Abigail Adams, George Washington, and Benjamin Franklin grew from William Gibson's fascination with Adams letters, praising literature's power to educate and inspire enduring theatre.
The film directed by Lindsay Anderson explores a British public school's rigid hierarchies through three rebels who challenge the system. The reviewer notes personal symbolism and contrasts the young rebels with an entrenched establishment, citing Anderson's prior work and critic background.
A compact critique praises bold color shifts and director driven moments while noting nonessential scenes and wandering subplots. It highlights strong performances and crowd extras, calling the film emotionally charged rather than a pure comedy, with a climactic reveal tied to Kipling.
The Williamstown Theatre picks The Three Penny Opera to close its 15th season directed by Peter Hunt, a veteran light designer. Set in 18th century London, the production stars a troupe of vagabonds led by Macheath and features songs like Mack the Knife. Performances run Aug 26 to 30 with matinees Aug 27 and 29 at 2 40.
Regional schedules list capital city venues with times for films such as Where Eagles Dare Oliver! and Sunset Drive-In offerings. The slate includes matinees and evening shows across multiple cinemas, with titles, start times, and occasional runtimes noted.
Robert M. Boland chair of Barkshire Community College fine arts directs Jean-Claude van Itallie's America Hurrah at the Colorado College Summer Institute of Tyrdiionality. The production earns strong reviews for clear staging and superb performances. Boland, a Dalton resident, teaches at Colorado College for the summer.
The Broadway musical The Boy Friend opens tonight at the Mac Haydn Theatre in Chatham New York. Directed by Patric Tozza the production runs through August 10 with curtain at 8 p.m. on weekdays and 7 p.m. on Sunday.
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