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May 9, 2022 | Theatre,

Turning Science Into Art

By Alanna Mitchell, 2014 So, how do you turn a science book about the ocean into a play? And, more to the point, why? Well, that part of the story...

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April 21, 2022 | Theatre, What Did You Think?,

Let’s Talk About Parable of the Sower

Parable of the Sower based on the classic sci-fi novel by Octavia E. Butler makes it’s long awaited return to Boston! Written by Toshi Reagon and Bernice Johnson Reagon, Parable...

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April 13, 2022 | Theatre,

Travis Alabanza in Conversation with Ezra Furman

Travis Alabanza is an award-winning theater maker, writer and performer. Their show Burgerz has toured internationally to Sao Paulo, Southbank Centre, Bristol Old Vic, Smock Alley Dublin, HAU Berlin and...

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April 13, 2022 | Theatre, What Did You Think?,

Let’s Talk About Burgerz

Part cooking show, part exploration of an obsession, part reclaiming of an act of violence—Burgerz is like nothing you’ve seen before. Join the conversation and let us know what you...

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March 14, 2022 | Theatre, What Did You Think?,

Let’s Talk About Everyday Life and Other Odds and Ends

The World Premiere of Everyday Life and Other Odds and Ends introduces three very different couples, each of their relationships uniquely impacted by Parkinson’s disease, in a bold multi-media experience...

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February 25, 2022 | Theatre,

A Note from the Creator of Everyday Life and Other Odds and Ends

Dear ArtsEmerson Audience Members,I’m excited to be bringing the premiere of Everyday Life and Other Odds and Ends to the Paramount Center in March.This play has been three years in...

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February 24, 2022 | Theatre, What Did You Think?,

Let’s Talk About Dreaming Zenzile

Kicking off our live theater productions in 2022 is the world-premiere tour of Dreaming Zenzile, written and performed by GRAMMY®-nominated music sensation Somi. Join the conversation and let us know...

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October 7, 2021 | Theatre, What Did You Think?,

Let’s Talk About Out of Order

Our friends, The 7 Fingers, are back with a brand new film, Out of Order, taking audiences into the a new world where acrobatics are forbidden. Join the conversations and...

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