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The image shows a page from a newspaper dated May 3, 1970, specifically from the Globe and Commercial Bulletin, Boston, Massachusetts. The page includes several sections related to theater and music events.

Stage Section:

• Opening:

  • "DYLAN"—Opening at the Ambassador Theater, Monday, May 4, at 8 PM, with performances by Woody Guthrie. The show is described as a tribute to the life and music of Bob Dylan.
  • "ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA"—Opening at the Drama Center, April 30, continuing through May 18, directed by Peter Brook.

• Continuing:

  • "CREATION"—A production by the Theater Workshop for adults and children at the Boston Theatre Shop, running through May 25.
  • "ROW TO"—Performing at the Curwen Theater, Harvard, May 4-10, directed by Alan Schneider.
  • "THE MERRILL"—Opening at the Springfield Theater, May 4, continuing through May 18.
  • "THE PROPOSITION"—Performing at the Hampden Theatre, May 4-8 and 10-14.

• Additional details for "The Day the Music Came to Play Tennis" and other lesser-known plays.

Music Section:

• Today:

  • The New England Conservatory and Cambridge Concerts feature various performances, including:
    • "The Day the Music Came to Play Tennis" by Arthur Kopit.
    • "The Propositions" by John Harbison.
    • Chamber Music at the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center.
    • "The New England Conservatory" concerts and performances.

• Suburban Theaters:

  • A list of performances at various suburban theaters including Marshfield, Maynard, Medford, Milford, Newton, and others.

Advertisements:

• Several advertisements are visible, including:
  • An advertisement for the movie "Airport" starring Burt Lancaster and Dean Martin.
  • Promotions for "Cactus Flower" and "The Only Game in Town."
  • Other ads for various events and concerts.

The page gives a comprehensive look at the cultural events happening in the Boston area in early May 1970, highlighting theater performances and musical events.

The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically the "Globe," dated May 3, 1970. The page is from the New England edition, and it features various sections including "WEEK'S CALENDAR," "STAGE," "MUSIC," and "SUBURBAN THEATERS."

1. WEEK'S CALENDAR:

   • This section seems to list upcoming events, though the specific details are not fully readable in the image.

2. STAGE:

   • Lists current and upcoming stage productions in the area. Some of the plays and their details include:
     • "Dylan" at the Boston Theatre, which opened on April 28 and continues through May 2, starring William Devane and directed by Arvin Brown.
     • "Antony and Cleopatra" at the Loeb Drama Center, running from May 7 to 30, with Edward Groth as Antony and Rita Karney as Cleopatra.
     • "The Creation" at the Sanders Theatre, which was to be performed on May 3.
     • "A Midsummer Night's Dream" at the Charles Playhouse, with performances on May 1 and 2, directed by A. J. Antunes.
     • "The Man" at the Charles Playhouse, running from May 6 to June 27, directed by Robert Ellis.
     • "The Three Sisters" at the Boston University Theatre, running from May 7 to 16, directed by David Wheeler.

3. MUSIC:

   • Lists musical events, including:
     • A concert by the New England Conservatory Wind Ensemble on May 1 at 8:30 p.m.
     • A concert by the Cambridge Concert Series on May 3 at 3:00 p.m., featuring the brandenburg Concertos by Bach, performed by the brandenburg Ensemble.

4. SUBURBAN THEATERS:

   • Lists movies playing at various suburban theaters, including:
     • "Airport" at the General Cinema Corp. in Boston, with actors Burt Lancaster, Dean Martin, and Jacqueline Bisset.
     • "The Damned" at the Suburban Theatre in Arlington at 7:00 and 9:15.
     • "Ryan's Daughter" at the Sandy Lake Theatre in Revere at 4:30, 6:40, and 8:50.
     • "Patton" at the Keystone Theatre in Brighton at 4:30, 6:40, and 8:50.
     • "Woodstock" at the Beacon Theatre in Newton at 4:30, 6:40, and 8:50.
     • "Cactus Flower" at the Kent Theatre in Newburyport at 4:00, 6:10, and 8:20.
     • "The Boys in the Band" at the Sandpiper Theatre in Marblehead at 9:15.

The layout includes a mix of cultural events, stage performances, and movie showings, typical of a newspaper's entertainment section from that era.

The image is a page from the "Boston Globe" newspaper dated May 3, 1970. Specifically, it shows the section titled "Week's Calet," which appears to be an entertainment guide detailing events and showtimes for the week.

Sections and Content:

Stage

1. Opening:

   • "PURLIE" - A musical comedy at the Shubert Theatre, running Tuesday through Saturday with matinees on Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday.
   • The description mentions the plot involving a character fighting to claim an inheritance using wit and guile.

2. Continuing:

   • "ANTOINETTE" at the Charles Playhouse.
   • "DIONYSUS IN '69" at the Boston University Theatre.
   • "OH! CALCUTTA!" at a theater in Providence, Rhode Island.

3. Creation:

   • A workshop production by Theater Company of Boston, directed by David Wheeler, running May 5-10.

4. How to Marry a Millionaire:

   • Presented by the North Shore Music Theatre, featuring Jane Powell and John McCook.

Music

1. New England Conservatory:

   • Upcoming performances listed, including events at Jordan Hall featuring various musicians and programs.

2. Other Music Events:

   • Performances by the Cambridge Society for Early Music and a concert by the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra.

Movies

The movie section lists several films along with the theaters showing them and their respective showtimes. Here are some notable films and theaters:

1. General Cinema Corp:

   • "Airport" starring Burt Lancaster and Dean Martin, showing at cinemas in Burlington, Cambridge, and other locations.

2. Suburban Theaters:

   • "The Danned" (La Caduta degli dei) showing at the Saxon and other theaters.

3. Featured Films at Various Theaters:

   • "MASH"* at the Cheri Theatre.
   • "Patton" at the Capri Theatre.
   • "Love Story" at the Fenway Theatre.
   • "Five Easy Pieces" at the Gary Theatre.

   Additionally, there are various other movies such as:

   • "The Boys in the Band"
   • "Ryan's Daughter"
   • "Tora! Tora! Tora!"

Suburban Theaters:

The section lists several suburban theaters and the films they are showing, such as:

• Saxon: "The Damned"
• Capri: "Patton"
• Cinema City: "Love Story"
• Fenway: "Five Easy Pieces"

Additional Notes:

• There is a small article titled "ABC-TV to go it alone," discussing the network's decision to no longer share the production costs of movies with theaters.

Overall, this page is an entertainment guide offering a comprehensive look at what's happening in stage performances, music events, and movie showtimes for the week in and around Boston.

The image is a page from a newspaper dated May 3, 1970. The section shown is the "Week's Calendar" page, specifically highlighting events related to theater and music performances in the Boston area.

Stage:

• Opening:

  • "Dylan" at the American Repertory Theater, Boston University, opens on May 8, with performances through May 23. The production is directed by Michael Murray and features music by Bob Dylan.
  • "Antony and Cleopatra" at the Loeb Drama Center, Harvard University, opens on May 6, with performances through May 16.

• Continuing:

  • "Creation" at the Theatre Workshop for Adults and Children, Brandeis University, continues through May 16.
  • "The Day the Music Came to Play Tennis" at the Chamber Music Society, continues through May 10.
  • "The Merchant" at Springfield University, continues through May 16.
  • "The Prodigal" at the Hampden Theatre, continues through May 9.

Music:

• Today:
  • "New England Conservatory Concerts" featuring various performances at different times.
  • "Cambridge Consort" performing at the First Parish Church, Cambridge, on May 3.
  • "Renaissance Singers" at the First Parish Church, Cambridge, on May 3.
  • "Chamber Music Society" featuring performances by various musicians at the First Parish Church, Cambridge, on May 3.
  • "Renaissance Brass" at the First Parish Church, Cambridge, on May 3.
  • "Renaissance Singers" performing at the First Parish Church, Cambridge, on May 3.

Suburban Theaters:

• Listings for various suburban theaters, including:
  • "The Damned" at the Marshfield Suburban Theater.
  • "Airport" at the General Cinema Corp., Maynard, with performances by Burt Lancaster, Dean Martin, and others.
  • "Cactus Flower" at the Natick Suburban Theatre.
  • "Airport" at the Medford Suburban Theatre.
  • "The Damned" at the Newton Suburban Theatre.

The page also includes various advertisements for upcoming shows and events, along with a column by Carl Perkins discussing the music industry. The layout is typical of a newspaper's entertainment section, providing a weekly guide for theater and music lovers in the Boston area.

The image shows a page from a newspaper dated May 3, 1970, specifically the "Week's Calendar" section. This section is divided into different categories, including Stage and Music.

Stage

• Opening:

  • Dylan: A concert by Bob Dylan at the Boston Garden on May 8 at 8 PM. This concert is part of a tour with musicians such as Al Kooper, Mike Bloomfield, and others, including the full band.

  • Antony and Cleopatra: A production by the Boston Drama Center at the Charles Playhouse, starting May 12. The play is directed by Richard L. Smith and features a cast including Michael St. John Smith and others.

  • Creation: A play at the Theatre Workshop, running from May 12 to May 24 at the Charles Playhouse. Directed by Arthur Kopit, the play is based on the biblical story of creation.

• Continuing:

  • Dylan: A concert at the Harvard Square Theatre on May 13 at 8 PM.

  • Antony and Cleopatra: Continues at the Charles Playhouse.

  • Creation: Continues at Theatre Workshop.

  • Row to China: A play at the Curtis Theatre, running from May 12 to May 16.

  • The Rake's Progress: A production at the Boston Opera House, starting May 15.

Music

• Today:

  • New England Conservatory: A concert by the New England Conservatory orchestra at Jordan Hall on May 3 at 8 PM, featuring various pieces including works by Beethoven and others.

  • Cambridge Consort: A concert at the First Church in Cambridge on May 4, featuring works by Purcell and others.

  • Chamber Music: Various concerts at different venues, such as the Boston University Concert Hall, featuring artists like the New England String Quartet, and performances of classical music.

• Upcoming:

  • Suburban Theatres: Listings for several suburban theaters including Boston, Braintree, Brockton, Cambridge, Marlborough, Medford, Milford, Newton, Natick, and Waltham. These include movies such as "Airport," "The Damned," "Cactus Flower," and "The Only Game in Town," among others.

Notable Events and Ads

• Theater Ads: Includes promotional ads for various performances, such as "Airport" at the General Cinema Corp., and "The Damned" at the Boston Theatre.
• Music Ads: Lists various classical concerts and performances by local and touring artists.

Additional Notes

• The page also includes some text discussing the reaction to a specific musical performance and mentions a review of the "Tucson" show.
• There is a small article discussing a dissonant element in a performance by a group that has been criticized for its controversial nature.

This calendar page provides a comprehensive look at the cultural events and performances happening in the Boston area in early May 1970.

The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically the "Week's Calendar" section of the Boston Globe, dated May 3, 1970. The page is divided into several sections, detailing various events and listings for the week.

Sections and Content:

1. Stage:

   • Opening:
     • "Dylan" - Robert Tschirky's play opening at the Theatre Company of Boston.
     • "The Day the Whores Came Home to Roost" - Opening at the Charles Playhouse.
   • Continuing:
     • "Antony and Cleopatra" - Continuing at the Loeb Drama Center.
     • "How to Make a Woman" - Continuing at the Wilbur Theatre.
     • "Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris" - Continuing at the Charles Playhouse.
     • "The Fantasticks" - Continuing at the Bradford Theatre.
     • "Test Over the Cuckoo's Nest" - Continuing at the Cambridge Repertory Theatre.

2. Music:

   • Today:
     • New England Conservatory's Junior Chorus performing at the New England Conservatory.
     • Cambridge Concerts featuring pianist Leonard Shure at the Longy School of Music.
     • Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center performing at the Sanders Theatre.
     • Boston Ballet performing "The Firebird" and "The Rite of Spring" at the Music Hall.
   • Other Listings:
     • Various concerts and recitals by different artists and groups at venues like the Jordan Hall, Harvard Musical Association, and others.

3. Suburban Theaters:

   • Listings for various theaters in the suburbs of Boston, including:
     • "The Daredevil" at the Capitol Cinema in Arlington.
     • "Airport" at multiple theaters including General Cinema in Braintree, Sack Cinema in Dedham, and others.
     • "Cactus Flower" at the Natick Cinema.
     • "Zorba's" at the Needham Cinema.
     • "The Only Game in Town" at the Wellesley Cinema.
     • "Goodbye, Mr. Chips" at the Newton Cinema.
     • "Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice" at the Harvard Square Theatre.

4. Advertisements:

   • Ads for movies such as "Airport" featuring Dean Martin, Jean Seberg, and Jacqueline Bisset.
   • Ads for "Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice" and "The Happy Ending."

Additional Information:

• The page also includes a small section on the top right about Columbia gas and its benefits.
• The layout is typical of a newspaper from the 1970s, with a clear division of sections and detailed listings for cultural and entertainment events.

This summary provides an overview of the various events, performances, and movie listings available in the Boston area during the week of May 3, 1970.

The image shows a vintage newspaper page from "May 3, 1970," as indicated in the top left corner. The page includes a variety of articles and advertisements, prominently featuring entertainment-related content. A section titled "WEEK'S CALENDAR" occupies the upper half of the page, listing events under categories like "STAGE," "CONTINUING," and "MUSIC." Several movie advertisements are visible, with one mentioning the film "AIRPORT" starring Burt Lancaster, Dean Martin, Jean Seberg, and Jacqueline Bisset, alongside a smaller ad for a movie called "THIEF," starring Charlton Heston, Jack Hawkins, and Stephen Boyd.

The newspaper has aged with some discoloration, creases, and minor tears, especially noticeable on the lower-left edge. This page has been preserved within a book with visible binding on the right, suggesting it may be part of a collection or archive. There are additional pages within the book that are visible but do not show content that can be described due to the angle.

The image shows an open book with two newspaper clippings pasted on one page.

The clippings seem to be from a period around May 3, 1970, as indicated by the date stamp from "GLOBE BOSTON, MASS" at the top left corner. One of the clippings appears to be part of a "WEEK'S CALENDAR" section. It lists several events under categories such as "STAGE" and "MUSIC," mentioning theater performances like "ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA" and "CREATION," and musical events including New England Conservatory performances.

The other clipping is mainly an advertisement for movies playing at suburban theaters in various towns around Boston, including Marshfield, Mattapan, Maynard, Medford, Milford, Milton, Natick, Needham, Newburyport, and Newton. Movie titles such as "Airport," "The Damned," "Cactus Flower," and "The Reincarnation of Peter Proud" are visible. The ads include the names of actors, showtimes, and theater names, and some movies are shown in color or Metrocolor.

Overall, the page looks like a scrapbook or archive page preserving theatrical and cinema-related newspaper clippings from the early 1970s in Boston.

The image shows an open book or magazine page featuring a vintage newspaper clipping titled "WEEK'S CALENDAR" dated May 3, 1970, from New England. The layout is typical of a newspaper or program listing events, performances, and advertisements for the week.

Key Elements of the Image:

1. Header:

• The top of the page prominently displays the title "WEEK'S CALENDAR" in bold, capitalized letters.
• Below the title, there is a subheading "STAGE", indicating that the section focuses on theatrical and performance events.

2. Event Listings:

• The left column is divided into sections labeled "Opening" and "Continuing", listing various theatrical productions, performances, and events.
  • Opening:
    • "OUTLAW" at the Robert Theater, May 1 at 8:30 PM.
    • "THE MESSIAN" at the Harvard Theater, May 5 at 8:30 PM.
    • "THE PROPOSITION" at the Cambridge Drama Center, May 5 at 8:30 PM.
  • Continuing:
    • "ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA" at the Club Production Center, April 30–May 3.
    • "THEATER WORKSHOP" at the Arlington Street Theater, April 30–May 3.
    • "CARNIVAL" at the Harvard Theater, April 30–May 3.
    • "THE MUSICAL COMEDY WORKSHOP" at the Brattle Theater, April 30–May 3.

3. Music Section:

• The middle section is labeled "MUSIC" and lists musical performances and concerts.
  • New England Conservatory:
    • "QUADRIVIUM CONCERT" at the New England Conservatory, May 4 at 8:15 PM.
    • "BROTHER ALFONSO THOMAS" at the New England Conservatory, May 4 at 8:15 PM.
  • Cambridge Conservatory:
    • "RINALDI AT RIT" at the Rinaldi Auditorium, May 4 at 8:15 PM.

4. Film Listings:

• The right column features movie listings under the heading "SUBURBAN THEATERS".
  • Marshfield:
    • "The Damned" at 7:00 PM.
  • Maynard:
    • "Airport" starring Burt Lancaster, Dean Martin, and Jacqueline Bisset.
  • Medford:
    • "Cactus Flower" starring Goldie Hawn.
  • Milton:
    • "Natwick" at 7:30 PM.
  • Needham:
    • "The Young Lovers" at 7:30 PM.
  • Newburyport:
    • "Goodie Mr. Chips" at 7:30 PM.

5. Visual Elements:

• The page includes small black-and-white photographs of actors and movie posters, such as:
  • "Airport" with images of Burt Lancaster, Dean Martin, and Jacqueline Bisset.
  • "Cactus Flower" with an image of Goldie Hawn.
  • "The Damned" with an image of an actor.
• The layout is dense with text, typical of a weekly entertainment guide or newspaper supplement.

6. Additional Details:

• The top of the page includes a header with the location "GLOBE, BOSTON, MASS." and a date "MAY 3, 1970."
• There is a small note at the bottom left corner indicating the page number "194,700" and a price "$6.67."
• The overall design is clean and organized, with clear headings and sections for easy navigation.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a historical snapshot of cultural and entertainment offerings in Boston, Massachusetts, for the week of May 3, 1970. It highlights a mix of theatrical performances, musical concerts, and film screenings, reflecting the diverse entertainment options available at the time. The layout and content suggest it is part of a newspaper or magazine dedicated to listing weekly events.

A book with a green cover is open to a page that contains a newspaper clipping. The clipping is placed in the center of the page, and it has a title that reads "WEEK'S CALEI" and "ern no longer p". The clipping has several columns of text that are difficult to read due to the poor quality of the image. The text appears to be about a stage show, and it includes information about the cast and crew, as well as reviews and comments from the audience. The book is placed on a white surface, and the pages are slightly curled.