Tag: General Interest

Glengarry Glen Ross

May 25, 2025  ·  Culture & Ideas

The current Broadway revival of David Mamet’s 1983 play Glengarry Glen Ross, which has been described as a scathing commentary on capitalism, morality, and masculinity, features three big-name performers who bring a built-in audience to the theater. But this production did not click for me, I am sorry to report.

The Room Next Door

March 29, 2025  ·  Culture & Ideas

Are you in the mood for a well-crafted meditation on terminal illness, abiding friendship, the restorative beauty of nature, and the highly controversial subject of how to live and die with dignity?

Oh, Mary

January 5, 2025  ·  Culture & Ideas

This alternate-universe take on Mary Todd Lincoln has conquered Broadway and received rave reviews. We attended just the other night, as part of a sold-out house.

Suffs

January 2, 2025  ·  Culture & Ideas

When my wife and I visited the Big Apple this week and took in the musical Suffs right before it’s nearly year-long run came to an end, I was approaching the show with a sense of obligation.

The Joy of Proficiency

December 30, 2024  ·  Culture & Ideas

There is nothing better in this world than encountering someone who has embraced their role in life, is at peace with who they are, and is good at what they do.

Feeling an Idea

November 11, 2024  ·  Culture & Ideas

Last night my dream had an unusual quality that will be difficult to describe. It unfolded rather slowly. I was conscious of what was happening and remember wanting to continue, anticipating the next exchange or encounter.