Broome Arts Mirror – Local Theatre Reviews
The Broome Arts Mirror is a group of volunteers affiliated with the Broome County Arts Council who write previews and reviews about local performances and arts shows. For inquiries, including having someone review your local production, please contact us at bamirror@broomearts.org.
"America's Got Talent" — the school edition
If you need proof that the future of the arts in good hands, look no further than your friendly, local high school musical. My family caught the absolutely amazing production of the school edition of "Les Mis" at Union-Endicott High School this past weekend. Super kudos to James Gleason [...]
Neither rain, nor snow nor …
scary, high-mileage winds can stop the dedicated arts lover from making his or her appointed rounds. How did you brave the elements to immerse yourself in the arts this past week? Did you attend a stage production, visit a gallery, catch a cool live set at a local bistro? [...]
Were you art-full this past week?
Season subscriber that I am, I spent Sunday afternoon with Violetta and her crew at TCO's lovely production of "La Traviata." (See review below.) I've also been savoring all the award-winning movies that TCM annually broadcasts as a lead-up to the Oscars. And speaking of films on TV, HBO subscribers [...]
The music of Rachael Sage triggers an artful reaction
Reviewed by Rebecca Sheriff “Reacting to Music: The Artwork of Angela Cook,” on display at Binghamton’s Bundy Museum, is a colorful array of artwork, most in reaction to the music of renowned indie-pop artist Rachael Sage, who performed her vibrant and provoking songs at the show’s opening during February’s [...]
TCO 'La Traviata' is a feast for the ear and eye
Reviewed by Tony Villecco Attending Tri-Cities Opera’s final dress rehearsal Wednesday (Feb. 9) for Giuseppe Verdi’s perennial favorite, La Traviata, I did not believe this production could surpass the excellence of last fall’s Cosi Fan Tutte. I was wrong. What maestro John Mario Di Costanzo has done is to, literally, transform [...]
Tell us about First Friday …
or "Hamlet" or anything else you did recently in the arts. Please join in the conversation.
Were the arts part of your week?
Did you check out a jazz club, see a new movie release, visit a gallery or, perhaps, like our reviewer, catch an opening-week performance at the Cider Mill Playhouse (see below)? Please join in the conversation, and tell us how the arts were part of your week.
'Unneccessary Farce' is a necessary show to see
Reviewed by Nicholas Linnehan The Cider Mill Playhouse’s production of “Unnecessary Farce” is anything but unnecessary. It’s a riot! Under Penny Powell’s capable direction, the cast shines. This play is classic farce, full of awkward situations, sexual innuendo and play on words. The ensemble members show their talent as they [...]
Were you art-full this past week?
Did you visit a gallery, catch a movie, attend the Philharmonic like BAMirror contributor Lee Shepherd (see review below)? Please join in the conversation, and tell us about the arts in YOUR week.
Philharmonic, soloist Ehnes serve up a musical feast
Reviewed by Lee Shepherd Fantastic soloist, fantastic orchestra, fantastic music — in the words of Binghamton Philharmonic Maestro José-Luis Novo, “It doesn’t get any better than that.” Actually, it did last Sunday (Jan. 23). Guest soloist James Ehnes played Mozart’s Violin Concerto No., 3, K. 216, in G Major [...]
Did you have an art-full week?
Did you hear some music, see an exhibit or even catch one of those hot 2010 movies that are finally drifting into Binghamton? My son and I thoroughly enjoyed our King Day matinee of "True Grit." How about you? Please join in the conversation, and share your thoughts about the arts.
Joint fundraiser to benefit TCO and The Forum
Tri-Cities Opera and the Friends of the Forum are teaming up Saturday, Feb. 5, for what is being billed as a “gala cocktail party fundraiser” to benefit the Friends’ efforts to finance improvements to the downtown Binghamton theater. Invitations already have been sent to [...]
McStine shines on CD of originals
Reviewed by Rebecca Sheriff Before I saw him play last month at Barnaby’s Pub in Endwell, I knew very little about Randy McStine. (I have since been informed he was a guitar prodigy.) I enjoyed the gig with John Kanazawich, which included a well-done sampling from Abbey Road, and the night [...]
When you miss the arts
Another day, another lingering cough from "the thing that's going around," another missed opportunity to enjoy the arts. Sniffles and snowfalls seem to be getting in my way when I want to embrace the arts in Binghamton. Soooo ... who would like to join the BAMirror conversation and tell me what I [...]
Happy Arts Year!
Wishing a Happy New Year to all the readers of and contributors to BAMirror. How about sharing your best arts memories from 2010? Or what about your arts hopes for 2011? Come on! Join the conversation!
