The rule of thumb in theater, as in most endeavors, is simply this: “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” So why would one restage and redesign the longest-running show in Broadway history, The Phantom of the Opera, which won Tony Awards for its original direction, its scenery, lighting and costumes, as well as three other categories? For Laurence Connor, the director of this … [Read more...]
In 17th year, ArtPalmBeach builds broader buzz
With 85 galleries and a full five days of exhibitions and events, this year’s 17th annual ArtPalmBeach is intended to make an even bigger mark on the South Florida cultural landscape than it has done in the past. Opening tonight at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach, the festival also includes six satellite art fairs: ART al’FRESCO at the Boynton Beach … [Read more...]