In Boston
Engaged: Barney Frank and Longtime Boyfriend Jim Ready
Democratic Mass. Rep. Barney Frank’s spokesman recently announced that he plans to marry his longtime boyfriend, Jim Ready, in Massachusetts.
GLAAD & Right-Wing War Over Penney’s Spokeswoman Ellen DeGeneres
OneMillionMoms.com recently attacked J.C. Penney for hiring openly lesbian celebrity Ellen DeGeneres as their spokeswoman. The anti-gay group is asking supporters to call the department store and demand that they fire the comedienne.
Thatcher movie opens in Argentina to tough reviews
Meryl Streep may have been nominated for an Oscar for her portrayal of British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher in "The Iron Lady," but Argentine critics panned the film during its premiere in Buenos Aires on Thursday.
In Boston
Fen
Darkness and futility infuse the world of Caryl Churchill’s play "Fen," currently playing at the Factory Theatre.
The Half-Baked & Hard-to-Swallow History of Humpty Dumpty, or One Egg is Enough
"It’s time, it’s time - bring on the PANTOMIME!" The BCA & Imaginary Beasts open the "magic curtain" for their Winter Panto 2012 production of the family friendly comedy , "The Half-Baked & Hard-to-Swallow History of Humpty Dumpty, or One Egg is Enough."
The Innkeepers
Some may call the minimalist style of "The Innkeepers" atmospheric, but I call it lazy and unfulfilling.
Madonna launching video on billboards, online
Clear Channel announced plans Friday to premiere the Madonna’s new single "Give Me All Your Luvin’" and its music video across the company’s radio stations, electronic billboards and online venues.
Romney: Not Focused On Poor, They Have Safety Net
Republican presidential front-runner Mitt Romney, confident after his Florida primary victory, ended up inviting criticism Wednesday when he said he’s "not concerned about the very poor" because they have an "ample safety net."
Hazanavicius wins at Directors Guild for ’Artist’
Hollywood’s top filmmakers group presented its feature-film honor Saturday to Michel Hazanavicius for his silent film "The Artist," giving him the inside track for the best-director prize at the Academy Awards.
