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The image displays a newspaper page from the Boston Globe, dated May 3, 1970. The headline at the top reads "WEEK'S CALENDAR OF THE ARTS," indicating that the page contains information about cultural events happening in the upcoming week. The sections include Stage, Music, Movies, Dance, and Exhibits.

Stage:

• Opening:

  • "Purlie" at the Charles Playhouse, starting May 4, with tickets priced at $2.50 to $6.50. It's a comedy-drama about a Black preacher aiming to unionize workers on a Southern plantation.
  • "The Day the Whores Came Out to Play Tennis" at the New Rep Theatre, starting May 4, a comedy about a group of women playing tennis.

• Continuing:

  • "Antony and Cleopatra" at the Loeb Drama Center, running until May 10.
  • "The Creation" at the Theatre Workshop, running until May 10.
  • "The Man Born to Be King" at the Church of the New England Deaconess, running until May 10.
  • "The Three Sisters" at the Loeb Drama Center, running from May 7 to 10.
  • "The Winter's Tale" at the Harvard Stadium, May 7 to 10.

Music:

• Today:

  • New England Conservatory of Music events at Jordan Hall, 8:30 PM, with various performances including works by Haydn, Mozart, and Stravinsky.

• Tuesday:

  • Boston Symphony at Symphony Hall, 8:30 PM, featuring works by Beethoven, Mozart, and Stravinsky, conducted by Seiji Ozawa.
  • Boston Pops at Symphony Hall, 8:30 PM, featuring light classics.

• Wednesday:

  • Boston Symphony at Symphony Hall, 8:30 PM, with works by Brahms, Mozart, and Stravinsky.
  • New England Chamber Music Festival at Jordan Hall, 8:30 PM, featuring works by Mozart and Schubert.

• Thursday:

  • Boston Pops at Symphony Hall, 8:30 PM, featuring a program of popular and light music.
  • New England Conservatory at Jordan Hall, 8:30 PM, with various performances.

Dance:

• Wednesday:
  • The Joffrey Ballet at the Music Hall, 8:30 PM, featuring works by Antony Tudor and others.

Exhibits:

• Continuing:
  • "Goya: The Caprichos" at the Boston Public Library, an exhibit of Goya's etchings, on display until May 17.
  • "The Family of Man" at the Museum of Fine Arts, an exhibit of photographs, on display until May 17.
  • "French Paintings from American Collections" at the Boston Public Library, an exhibit of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings, on display until June 14.

The page is neatly organized, providing details of event venues, timings, and ticket prices, making it a helpful guide for cultural activities in Boston for that week.

The image is a page from a newspaper, specifically from the "New England Newsgirl" dated May 3, 1970. The page contains an extensive "Week's Calendar of the Arts," detailing various stage performances, concerts, and other arts-related events scheduled for that week.

Here are some key details from the page:

Stage

• Monday:
  • "The Day the Whores Came Out to Play Tennis" at the Boston Center, starting May 10, directed by John Dempsey.
  • "The Messian" at Springfield Theatre, directed by David Leland.
• Continuing:
  • "Antony and Cleopatra" at the Lee Drama Center, directed by David Leland.
  • "Creations" at the Lee Drama Center, directed by Jack Dempsey.
  • "The Winter's Tale" at the Lee Drama Center.
• Tuesday:
  • "The Day the Whores Came Out to Play Tennis" at the Boston Center, May 11.
• Friday:
  • "The Propositions" at the Lee Drama Center, May 15, directed by Martin Sherman.
• Saturday:
  • "The Day the Whores Came Out to Play Tennis" at the Boston Center, May 16.

Music

• Today (May 3):
  • "Jacques Brel is Alive and Well in Paris" at the New England Conservatory.
  • Performances by various artists, including:
    • "Marguerite Coughlin" at the Boston Conservatory.
    • "Boston Pops" at Symphony Hall.
    • "Elvis" by the Boston Jazz Ensemble.
    • "Carol Painé" at the New England Conservatory.
    • "Boston Pops" at Symphony Hall, with special performances and concerts.
• Wednesday:
  • "Boston Pops" at Symphony Hall.
• Thursday:
  • "The Fisherman and His Wife" at the New England Conservatory.
• Friday:
  • "The Boston Pops" at Symphony Hall.
  • "Cantata Singers" at the Gordon Hall.
• Saturday:
  • "Boston Pops" at Symphony Hall, with various classical and popular performances.

Events

• Special Events:
  • Centennial Celebration of Ringing Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus at the Boston Garden, with a special performance on May 15.

This detailed schedule provides a glimpse into the vibrant cultural events happening in New England during that week in May 1970.

The image shows a page from a newspaper titled "WEEK'S CALENDAR OF THE ARTS" from the Globe in Boston, Massachusetts, dated May 3, 1970. The page is divided into sections detailing various arts events scheduled for the week, including stage performances, music concerts, and other cultural activities.

Stage:

• Opening:

  • "Retail": A play by Robert Sherwood, directed by Jack Aaron, at the Copley Theatre, running from May 6 to 16.
  • "The Day the Whores Came to Play Tennis": A play by Michael Weller, directed by Robert Alan, at the Theater Workshop, running from May 10 to 17.

• Continuing:

  • "Antony and Cleopatra": Directed by Peter Hall at the Copley Theatre.
  • "Creation": A production by the Theatre Workshop.
  • "The Misanthrope": At the Huntington Theatre Company.
  • "The Proposal": At the Copley Theatre.

Music:

• Today:

  • New England Conservatory Orchestra: Conducted by Vladimir Golschmann, performing at the Jordan Hall.
  • Boston Pops: Symphony Hall, featuring Arthur Fiedler conducting, with a performance of "The Music Man."

• Tuesday:

  • Marguerite Couilhac: Concert at the Memorial Hall, N.E. Conservatory.
  • Boston Pops: Symphony Hall, with Arthur Fiedler conducting.
  • Boston University Choir: At the N.E. Conservatory.

• Wednesday:

  • Boston Pops: Symphony Hall, with Arthur Fiedler conducting.
  • Carnegie Hall: Various concerts and performances.

• Thursday:

  • Boston Pops: Symphony Hall, with Arthur Fiedler conducting.
  • David Evans: At the Gardner Museum.
  • Stratford Program: Concert at the N.E. Conservatory.

• Friday:

  • Boston Pops: Symphony Hall, with Arthur Fiedler conducting.
  • Robert Caravelli: At the N.E. Conservatory.
  • Jan Gippo: At the N.E. Conservatory.

Other Events:

• Centennial Celebration of Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus: Celebration in Copley Square.
• Irving Fine Memorial Concert: At Symphony Hall.
• Cantata Singers: At the First Baptist Church.
• Various concerts and performances at the N.E. Conservatory, including jazz and chamber music.

The events are detailed with the venue, time, and conductor or performer information, providing a comprehensive calendar of arts activities for the week.

The image is a page from a newspaper dated May 3, 1970, titled "Week's Calendar of the Arts" from the New England Newspapers Group. This section of the newspaper lists various arts events happening throughout the week, categorized under different headings such as Stage, Music, and other arts-related activities.

Stage:

• Opening:
  • "The Day the Whores Came Out to Play Tennis" at the American Repertory Theater, Monday through Saturday.
  • "The Messiah" at the Springfield Theater, Monday through Saturday.
• Continuing:
  • "Antony and Cleopatra" at the Loeb Drama Center, Monday through Saturday.
  • "Creation" at the Theater Workshop for Adults and Children, Monday through Saturday.
  • "The Winter's Tale" at the Drama Center, Monday through Saturday.

Music:

• Today:

  • "Aquarius" at the New England Conservatory, various performances.
  • "Fellow Over the Cuckoo's Nest" at the Boston University Theater.
  • "Boston Pops" at Symphony Hall with various performances.
  • "Boston University Choral Society" at the New England Conservatory.

• Tuesday:

  • "Boston Pops" at Symphony Hall.
  • "Boston University Choral Society" at the New England Conservatory.

• Wednesday:

  • "Boston Pops" at Symphony Hall.
  • "Boston University Choral Society" at the New England Conservatory.

• Thursday:

  • "Boston Pops" at Symphony Hall.
  • "Boston University Choral Society" at the New England Conservatory.

• Friday:

  • "Boston Pops" at Symphony Hall.
  • "Boston University Choral Society" at the New England Conservatory.

Other Arts Events:

• Today:

  • "Centennial Celebration of Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus" at the Boston Garden.
  • "New England Conservatory Chorus" at the New England Conservatory.

• Tuesday:

  • "David Evitt" at the Gardner Museum.
  • "Boston Pops" at Symphony Hall.
  • "Boston University Choral Society" at the New England Conservatory.

• Wednesday:

  • "Boston Pops" at Symphony Hall.
  • "Boston University Choral Society" at the New England Conservatory.

• Thursday:

  • "Boston Pops" at Symphony Hall.
  • "Boston University Choral Society" at the New England Conservatory.
  • "David Evitt" at the Gardner Museum.

• Friday:

  • "Boston Pops" at Symphony Hall.
  • "Boston University Choral Society" at the New England Conservatory.

Additional Information:

• The page includes a small ad for a book titled "The Fisherman and His Wife" and other notices for events and performances.
• The page is from the Boston, MA area, specifically the Globe newspaper, with a date stamp of May 3, 1970.

The listings provide details such as the event name, location, and date, giving readers a comprehensive guide to the cultural activities available during that week.

The image is a page from the May 3, 1970 edition of the Boston Globe, specifically the section titled "Week's Calendar of the Arts." This section provides a detailed schedule of various cultural events happening in the Boston area during that week, divided into categories such as Stage, Music, and more.

Stage

Opening

• TITAN - A new play by Ron Whyte, opening at the Charles Playhouse on May 4.
• THE DAY THE WHORE... - A play opening at the Image Theatre.
• THE MEATMAN - A play by Arnold Weinstein, directed by Jacques Levy, opening at the Loeb Drama Center on May 5.

Continuing

• ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA - A production at the Boston University Theatre, directed by Arthur Waldorf.
• CREATION - A production directed by Theodore Mann at the Charles Playhouse.
• THE WINTER'S TALE - A play directed by Michael Murray at the Brandeis Theatre.
• Other ongoing productions include "The Boys from Syracuse," "Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris," and "The Hostage."

Music

Today

• NEW ENGLAND CONSERVATORY - Various performances at Jordan Hall, including a piano recital by Robert Levin and a concert by the New England Conservatory Chorus and Orchestra.
• CAMBRIDGE CONSORT - Performance at Sanders Theatre.

Tuesday

• LESLIE HOLMES - A baritone performance at Kresge Auditorium, MIT.
• FILM OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST - A musical event at the Image Theatre.

Wednesday

• BOSTON POPS - Evening performance at Symphony Hall featuring Arthur Fiedler conducting.
• BOSTON JAZZ SOCIETY - An ensemble performance at the Berklee Performance Center.
• BOSTON UNIVERSITY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA - Concert at the Boston University's Marsh Chapel.

Thursday

• LESLIE HOLMES - Another performance at Gordon College.
• MARGARET CARSON - Recital at Jordan Hall.
• BOSTON CONSERVATORY COLLEGE CONCERT - At the Boston Conservatory.

Special Events

Friday

• ELIZABETHAN GRAHAM VARIETY SHOW - At Harvard's Sanders Theatre.
• CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION OF RINGLING BROTHERS BARNUM & BAILEY CIRCUS - A special event commemorating the 100th anniversary.

Saturday

• BRASS ENSEMBLE CONCERT - Featuring the Boston Symphony Brass Ensemble.
• CANTAVA SINGERS - Performance at Gordon College.

Sunday

• JAN GIFFO - A recital at the New England Conservatory.

The page also includes an illustration of a jester, which visually represents the theatrical and entertainment nature of the events listed. Additionally, there is a small map showing the location of Symphony Hall for reference.

The image depicts a newspaper clipping from the "Week's Calendar of the Arts" section of the Boston Globe, dated May 3, 1970. The calendar lists various arts events happening in Boston and surrounding areas for that week. Here's a detailed breakdown of the events listed:

Stage

Opening:

• "Play It Again, Sam" by Woody Allen at the Wilbur Theatre.
• "The Day the Whores Came Home to Roost" and "Chambers" at the Charles Playhouse.

Continuing:

• "Antony and Cleopatra" at the Loeb Drama Center.
• "The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds" at the Public Theatre.
• "The Law Over the Cutting Stool" at the Wheelock Family Theatre.
• "Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris" at the Bradford Theatre.

Music

Today:

• New England Conservatory presents a concert at Jordan Hall.
• Marlboro Chamber Players perform at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
• Carl Atkins Jazz Ensemble at the Parker House.
• Royal Ballet Gala at the Boston Garden.
• Bruce Hungerford Recital at the Longy School of Music.
• Boston Aqua-Drama at the Aquarium.

Monday:

• Boston Pro-Musica at Jordan Hall.
• Elizabeth Glaeser at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
• Marlboro Chamber Players at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
• Duke Ellington at the Boston Garden.
• Carol Pate at the Longy School of Music.

Tuesday:

• Cambridge Concert at the Longy School of Music.
• Carl Atkins Jazz Ensemble at the Parker House.
• Royal Ballet Gala at the Boston Garden.
• Bruce Hungerford Recital at the Longy School of Music.
• Boston Aqua-Drama at the Aquarium.

Wednesday:

• Boston Pro-Musica at Jordan Hall.
• Elizabeth Glaeser at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
• Marlboro Chamber Players at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
• Duke Ellington at the Boston Garden.
• Carol Pate at the Longy School of Music.

Thursday:

• Davis Britton at the Longy School of Music.
• Boston Pro-Musica at Jordan Hall.
• Elizabeth Glaeser at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
• Marlboro Chamber Players at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
• Duke Ellington at the Boston Garden.
• Carol Pate at the Longy School of Music.

Friday:

• Boston Pops at Symphony Hall.
• Boston Pro-Musica at Jordan Hall.
• Elizabeth Glaeser at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
• Marlboro Chamber Players at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
• Duke Ellington at the Boston Garden.
• Carol Pate at the Longy School of Music.

Contemporary Music

• Boston Musica Viva at the New England Conservatory.
• Chamber Music at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
• Boston Symphony Chamber Players at Symphony Hall.
• Boston Pro-Musica at Jordan Hall.
• Elizabeth Glaeser at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
• Marlboro Chamber Players at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
• Duke Ellington at the Boston Garden.
• Carol Pate at the Longy School of Music.

Additional Information

• The clipping also includes an advertisement for the Centennial Celebration of Barnum, Bailey, and Ringling Brothers Circus, which was to run from May 12-23 in Boston.
• There are various other small ads and listings for concerts and performances scattered throughout the page.

This detailed calendar provides a snapshot of the vibrant arts scene in Boston during that week in 1970.

The image shows an open book that has an old newspaper article clipped and pasted onto one of the pages. The newspaper clipping is titled "WEEK'S CALENDAR OF THE ARTS" with a subheading beneath specifying "MAY 3" and "1970" signifying the date of publication. The newspaper is The Globe from Boston, MA.

The article includes a schedule for various arts events organized by the day of the week, categorized under sections such as Stage, Music, and Special Events. There are also smaller sections detailing specific types of events like Theater, Pop, and Folk, among others.

On the right side of the clipping, there is an eye-catching advertisement featuring an illustration related to the "CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION of Ringing Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus" which will occur "May 12–25 in Boston Garden."

The newspaper has aged, evidenced by the yellowing of the paper and the wear at the edges. The book where the newspaper is pasted has an off-white page visible on the left with lines that seem to be indents from writing or impressions. There are also some bookmarks or tabs visible on the right side of the book, suggesting that there may be other sections or documents of interest within.

The image shows a page from a publication titled "Week's Calendar of the Arts", dated May 3, 1970, and originating from New England. The page is structured as a detailed listing of cultural and artistic events happening in Boston, Massachusetts, over the course of the week. It is organized into sections for different days of the week—Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday—with subcategories for Stage, Music, and Dance.

Key Features of the Page:

Header:

• The top of the page prominently displays the title "WEEK'S CALENDAR OF THE ARTS" in bold, capitalized letters.
• Below the title, the location is specified as Boston, Mass., and the date is May 3, 1970.
• The page number is 237, and the issue number is 194/700.

Layout:

• The page is divided into columns, with the left column listing Stage events and the right column listing Music and Dance events.
• Each day of the week (Monday through Friday) is clearly labeled, and events are listed chronologically under each day.

Content:

1. Stage Events:

   • Opening: Lists new theatrical productions, such as "Dylan—Shubert Theater" and "The Day the Whores Came Out to Play Tennis."
   • Continuing: Features ongoing performances, such as "Antony and Cleopatra" at the Arena Center and "Creation—A production directed by Charles Marowitz* at the Theatre Workshop.*

2. Music Events:

   • Today: Lists performances happening on the day of publication, including concerts by the New England Conservatory Tour Choir, Marguerite Coughlin, and Carol Paine.
   • Monday: Features events like the Boston Pops Symphony Hall concert and the Elizabeth Garbert Yale Memorial Church Harvard Yard performance.
   • Tuesday: Includes events such as the Cambridge Consort—Pasoldy Chamber Music Society and the Leeslie Holmes—Free Masons Hall concert.
   • Wednesday: Lists performances by the Boston Pops Symphony Hall, Dresden State Symphony Orchestra, and the And Brass Ensemble—Milton Abbey Hall.
   • Thursday: Features events like the David Evitts—Gardner Museum exhibition and the Schwartz Program—Free Goddard Auditorium.
   • Friday: Includes performances by the Fola Battinelli Series—Jordan Hall, The Fisherman and His Wife—Savoy Theater, and the Robert Caravello—Brown University Concert Hall.

3. Visual Elements:

   • On the right side of the page, there is an illustration or diagram depicting a centennial celebration of the Ringing Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus. The illustration shows a stylized circus tent and performers, with text indicating that the circus will be in Florida and that a member garden has been replaced due to an accident.

Typography and Design:

• The text is printed in a clean, typewriter-like font, typical of publications from the 1970s.
• Headings are bold and capitalized for emphasis.
• The layout is structured and easy to read, with clear separation between different sections and days.

Overall Impression:

The page serves as a comprehensive guide to cultural activities in Boston during the early 1970s. It highlights a diverse range of performances, including theater, music, and dance, reflecting the vibrant arts scene of the time. The inclusion of both established institutions (e.g., Boston Pops Symphony Hall) and smaller venues (e.g., Theatre Workshop) suggests a broad appeal to various audiences. The illustration of the Ringing Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus adds a visual element that complements the textual information, enhancing the page's aesthetic and providing context for a notable event.

This page offers a snapshot of the cultural life in Boston during the early 1970s, showcasing the richness and variety of artistic offerings available to the public.

A book is open to a page displaying a newspaper clipping titled "Week's Calendar of the Arts." The clipping features a calendar format with various events listed under headings such as "Stage," "Music," and "Visual Arts." The events include performances, concerts, and exhibitions happening throughout the week. The clipping is placed on the page, with some parts of the newspaper visible, indicating that it is part of a collection or archive.

A newspaper clipping is inserted into a book, with the clipping titled "Week's Calendar of the Arts." The clipping features a black-and-white illustration of a tiger in the center, with a banner on the left and a column of text on the right. The banner on the left side has the text "Stage" and "Opening" written on it. The column of text on the right side has the days of the week written on it, along with some text.