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November 20, 2019 | What Did You Think?,

Let’s Talk About An Iliad!

An Iliad is returns to ArtsEmerson after six years and we are thrilled to bring this show back to Boston. We’d love to know your thoughts and open up a...

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November 19, 2019 | Theatre,

A Trojan War Crash Course

This war has bellowed throughout history with mythical proportions. A story of forbidden love, unbridled tragedy, and one very large horse, the Trojan War contains so many legends and myths...

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November 8, 2019 | News, Notes From Leadership, Race and Equity,

[WATCH] Executive Director David Howse on Comcast Newsmakers

To celebrate our 10th Anniversary Season, Executive Director David Howse sat down with Comcast Newsmakers for an interview to discuss how ArtsEmerson’s beginnings and where we are headed next. Howse...

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November 6, 2019 | What Did You Think?,

Let’s Talk About The Magic Flute!

The Magic Flute is back at ArtsEmerson, giving audiences a chance to yet again dance along to Mozart. We are thrilled to bring this show and Isango Ensemble back to...

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November 5, 2019 | Theatre, Race and Equity,

Beyond Interpretation: The Language of Isango’s The Magic Flute

The Magic Flute is a title that many recognize, or at least have heard in reference to operatic history, Mozart’s compositions, or even seen it on a marquee as they...

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October 30, 2019 | What Did You Think?,

Let’s Talk About Triptych!

Triptych (Eyes of One on Another) has graced the Cutler Majestic stage, prompting necessary questions about the relationship between an artist and their art. With this inventive collaboration surrounding Mapplethorpe’s...

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October 30, 2019 | Theatre, Notes From Leadership, Race and Equity,

Lean Into the Moment by Artistic Director David Dower

I am of an age that the name Robert Mapplethorpe sets off a visceral reaction in me. I was coming of age as an artist, an activist, a husband, and...

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October 28, 2019 | Race and Equity, Theatre,

The Official Triptych Crash Course

Triptych (Eyes of One on Another) is a monumental performance, celebrating the creative forces of Bryce Dessner, korde arrington tuttle, Patti Smith, Essex Hemphill, and Roomful of Teeth — just...

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