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Seven Weeks of Summer

SEVEN WEEKS OF SUMMER

This summer at the movies, you can tangle with ‘Twisters,’ party with Prince, go old school with Godzilla, and more

Our film critic handpicks the cinematic events of the season.

‘Only Murders in the Building’ returns, ‘Time Bandits’ debuts, plus more new TV shows to watch this summer
Star-studded premieres will have you traveling across time.

Laugh lines from comedians coming this summer
Jokes from comedians touring the area.

‘John Williams’ Film Night’ is so nice, this year they’ll do it twice
The program — which features classic and contemporary selections, including a 100th birthday tribute to Henry Mancini — was curated by Williams and bears his distinctive stamp.

Eight enticing dance events to enjoy before fall

From Jacob's Pillow to Provincetown.

12 concerts to enjoy this summer

Outdoor shows for any music fan.

Camille A. Brown, a longtime Jacob’s Pillow star, returns to present world premiere of ‘I AM’

The Tony-nominated choreographer developed the piece last winter as part of a Pillow Lab.

Five museum shows to visit during your late summer travels

Jamie Wyeth, Edgar Degas, Alan Michelson, Agustina Woodgate, and Tau Lewis.

Boston Comedy Blowout offers something for every comedy fan

Seasoned veterans and rising stars perform together in several upcoming shows.

Bringing a ‘problem’ play to the Common

"The Winter’s Tale" is this year’s free production from Commonwealth Shakespeare Company.

The Clark Art Institute brings Guillaume Lethière’s remarkable, singular story to light

His giant paintings have hung in the Louvre for more than 100 years, but French scholars barely knew the early-19th-century artist.

10 promising theatrical productions in the offing, including ‘Westminster,’ ‘Hoops,’ and ‘Tootsie’

Check out these late-summer theater picks in and around Boston.

Langhorne Slim on his emotional musical journey

The acclaimed singer-songwriter is set to perform in Concord, N.H., Marshfield, and Newport, R.I.

‘UnPrisoned’ returns for a second season on Hulu

Talking with "UnPrisoned" creator Tracy McMillan.

An abundance of classical concerts to keep you spellbound this summer

From a range of offerings around New England to a couple stops in New York, we’ve got you covered

More Seasonal Guide headlines

SUMMER ARTS GUIDE

For Americana fans, there’s Willie, Billy, and 8 more great shows

Willie Nelson's Outlaw Music Festival, Billy Strings's two dates in Worcester, and appearances by Kyshona, Haley Heynderickx, and Charley Crockett highlight a summer of must-see shows for fans of country and folk.

SUMMER ARTS GUIDE

10 pop concerts that promise hot fun in the summertime

From Missy Elliott to Zach Bryan, here's your guide to this summer's top concerts.

SUMMER ARTS GUIDE

10 jazz shows to bring some cool to summer

Offerings include the Cambridge Jazz Festival, a pair of Makanda Project shows by Ricky Ford, Ravi Coltrane, and the Revolutionary Snake Ensemble's 35th anniversary show.

SUMMER ARTS GUIDE

10 TV shows to sit back and enjoy this summer

These are the shows Globe TV critic Matthew Gilbert will be watching in the weeks ahead.

SUMMER ARTS GUIDE

This ‘Presumed Innocent’ rewrites the legal thriller’s script

David E. Kelley’s limited series starring Jake Gyllenhaal and premiering June 12 on Apple TV+ updates Scott Turow’s twisty tale for the 2020s.

SUMMER ARTS GUIDE

10 must-see shows for theatergoers this summer

Highlights include "Gatsby" and "The Queen of Versailles," two musicals headed for Broadway.

SUMMER ARTS GUIDE

From ‘Holy Grail’ to ‘Catholic Guilt,’ 10 comedy shows to lighten up summer

The season's highlights include shows by Monty Python's John Cleese, Kelly McCaughan, Sam Jay, and Mark Normand.

SUMMER ARTS GUIDE

From Covent Garden to the Berkshires: London’s Royal Ballet visits Jacob’s Pillow for the first time

The company’s five days of performances at Jacob’s Pillow, its only US engagement this year, are selling out fast.