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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

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The image depicts a newspaper clipping from April 18, 1973, titled "Ins and Outs." The article provides a list of events and activities happening in Boston and its surrounding areas during that time. Here are the key points from the article:

  1. Newport Mention: The article begins by mentioning that Newport was once in Rhode Island but is now technically part of Boston, highlighting the city's expansion.

  2. Boston Ballet: Peter E. Sellars directs "The Wolf" at the Boston Ballet, with the second half featuring a ballet on natural food.

  3. Music Hall: Guthrie is coming to town on Wednesday, performing at the Music Hall.

  4. Charles Theatre: The theatre is showing "The Hospital Nurses" by Margit Feldman and "The Charles Theatre" by Fritz Sthelin, featuring a one-man show of paintings and lithographs.

  5. Orpheum: Humble Pie is performing at the Orpheum on Tuesday, with additional performances on Wednesday and Friday.

  6. Cambridge Folk and Tale House: The King Kong Review is performing on Thursday and Friday.

  7. Cyrano: The play "Cyrano" is being performed at the Colonial.

  8. Other Events:

    • A film festival at the Music Hall.
    • A lecture on "The Falling Glass" by Peter E. Sellars.
    • A photography exhibition at the New Museum of Fine Arts.
    • A free view of gasoline driven vehicles being destroyed at the old new B.P.D.
  9. Additional Notes: The article mentions various other cultural and artistic events, including theatre performances, concerts, and exhibitions, providing a snapshot of the vibrant cultural scene in Boston during April 1973.

The clipping is placed inside a scrapbook or album, indicating that it has been preserved for its historical or personal significance.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album with a newspaper article titled "Ins and Outs" from the Boston Phoenix, dated April 8, 1975. The article seems to discuss events, performances, and cultural activities happening in Boston around that time. The layout of the article includes several black and white photographs, with captions under them. The photographs appear to be of various sizes and show different individuals and performances, possibly related to music, theater, or dance.

The page also has a handwritten note at the top right corner that says "April 10, 1975." This might indicate when the article was read or pasted into the scrapbook. The photographs in the article are labeled with names such as "Arlo," "Indian art," and "Cyrano," suggesting that these could be the names of the subjects or the title of the works being showcased. There is also a photograph labeled "Us" showing a group of people, possibly musicians, with an instrument.

The text of the article is dense, with small font size, typical of newspaper print, and seems to list various events, performances, and exhibitions happening at different venues in Boston, along with descriptions and reviews.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from April 1973, specifically from the Boston Phoenix. The article is titled "Ins and Outs" and is found on page 20. The content of the article includes various cultural and social events happening in Boston.

Key points and events mentioned in the article include:

  1. Newport Jazz Festival: The New England branch of the Newport Jazz Festival is returning to Boston. The festival lineup includes artists like Ray Charles, the Staple Singers, Rahsaan Roland Kirk, Stevie Wonder, and Charles Mingus.

  2. Boston Ballet: Peter finally captures the Waltz at the Boston Ballet matinee, which is scheduled for April 8th at 2:30 PM at the Music Hall.

  3. Arlo Guthrie: The musician is coming to Boston on Wednesday, April 10th at the Music Hall.

  4. Film and Art Exhibitions:

    • The documentary "Jung on Film" is showing at the Congregational Church on Garden and Nassau Streets.
    • An exhibition of lithographs by Fritz Scholder is at the HUB Theatre Centre.
    • A show of paintings and lithographs by Fritz Scholder is also mentioned.
  5. Museum Exhibitions:

    • The Boston Museum of Fine Arts is featuring an exhibition of photography by young New Englanders.
    • The Center for the Arts in Tremont Street is hosting an exhibition titled "Cyclone."
  6. Theatre Performances:

    • "Humble Pie" by Foghat at the Orpheum Theatre.
    • "Fugue" at the HUB Theatre Centre.
    • "The Pirates of Penzance" by Gilbert and Sullivan.
    • "Cyrano" at the Colonial Theatre.
  7. Special Events:

    • The OM Theatre Workshop plays a new play every Sunday at Boston University.
    • "The Fall of the City of Mahagony" by Tom Rush.
    • "A Cause at Project Alternatives," including a show by artists such as the "Harvard Ave. All-Stars" and a performance at the HUB Theatre Centre.

The article includes photographs related to the artists and events mentioned, such as images of Arlo Guthrie, a painting by Fritz Scholder, and a group of musicians or performers.

The date on the clipping is marked as April 10, 1973.

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The image shows a page from the Boston Phoenix newspaper dated April 10, 1973. This specific page is labeled "Ins and Outs" and contains various announcements and listings related to cultural and artistic events happening in Boston.

Here are some key points from the page:

  1. Newport Jazz Festival:

    • The Newport Jazz Festival is moving from Rhode Island to Boston this year, specifically to Fenway Park. It will take place on August 24, 25, and 26.
    • The headliners include Ray Charles, the Staple Singers, Rahsaan Roland Kirk, Stevie Wonder, and Charles Mingus.
  2. Boston Ballet:

    • Peter Martins will be performing the Waltz in the Music Hall on April 8 at 2:30 PM. The performance will also feature works by George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins.
  3. Arlo Guthrie:

    • Arlo Guthrie will be performing at the Music Hall on April 12 at 7:45 PM.
  4. Art Exhibitions and Performances:

    • Fritz Scholder's paintings and lithographs will be on display at the Fogg Museum.
    • A one-man show of paintings and lithographs by Fritz Scholder will be held at the Fogg Museum.
    • A film by C.G. Jung titled "Jung on Film" will be shown at the First Congregational Church in Cambridge.
    • "La Guerre Est Finie" will be shown at Project Alternatives.
    • "The Rebel Without a Cause" will be shown at the Brattle Theatre.
    • "Humble Pie" will be performing at the Orpheum Theatre on April 24.
  5. Theater and Plays:

    • "Cyrano" will be performed at the Colonial Theatre.
    • "The Pirates of Penzance" by Gilbert and Sullivan will be performed at the Orpheum Theatre.
    • The Om Theatre Workshop will be presenting a new play called "Towards the One" on April 28.
  6. Miscellaneous Events:

    • A photo exhibit by young New Englanders aged 18 years and older will be held at the Boston Center for the Arts.
    • A variety of other events and concerts are listed, including a performance by Tom Rush at the Hub Theatre Centre.

The page also includes some advertisements and images of various cultural figures and performances, providing a snapshot of the local arts and entertainment scene in Boston for that week.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper dated April 10, 1973, titled "Ins and Outs" and is sectioned as Page Twenty-Two of The Boston Phoenix. The page is filled with various cultural and entertainment news items.

  1. Headline and Main Article:

    • The main article discusses the upcoming relocation of Newport from Rhode Island to Boston. It mentions that the New England branch of Newport Jazz Festival is already lined up for Fenway Park and highlights the upcoming events at various venues in Boston, such as the Boston Ballet, Boston Symphony Orchestra, and other performances.
  2. Images and Descriptions:

    • There are several smaller images and captions throughout the page:
      • A photo of a woman labeled "Arlo."
      • A photo of a painting or artwork labeled "Indian art."
      • A photo of another artwork labeled "Cyrano."
      • A photo of a group of people with musical instruments labeled "Jim."
  3. Events and Performances:

    • The page lists various upcoming events:
      • Boston Ballet: Performance of "The Walt" at the Music Hall on April 8.
      • Music: An interview with C.G. Jung on film at the Music Hall.
      • Exhibitions: Fritz Scholder's Indian paintings and lithographs at the MIT List Visual Arts Center.
      • Theatre: "The Fall of the City of Mahagonny" at the Orpheum Theatre.
      • Film: "The Pirate of Penzance" at the Brattle Theatre.
      • Music: A performance by the Boston Pops at Symphony Hall.
      • Other Events: Includes a variety of plays, concerts, and exhibitions at different venues around Boston, such as the Colonial Theatre, Orpheum Theatre, and Hub Theatre Center.
  4. Miscellaneous:

    • There is a mention of an exhibition at the Boston City Hall titled "Boston: The Way We Were," featuring photographs by young New Englanders.
    • The page also notes the opening of the Boston Center for the Arts.
    • An advertisement for a free view of gasoline-driven vehicles at Boylston Street.
    • A mention of the Boston Arts Festival and various other cultural events.

The layout and content suggest a rich cultural scene in Boston during that time, with a variety of performances, exhibitions, and events taking place throughout the city.

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The image shows a newspaper page from "The Boston Phoenix," dated April 10, 1973. This particular section is titled "Ins and Outs," detailing various cultural and social events happening in and around Boston.

Key Highlights:

  1. Newport's Move to New York:

    • The article starts by mentioning that the Newport Jazz Festival, originally held in Rhode Island, has relocated to New York City. The author humorously notes the surprise felt by people who had already made plans to attend in Newport.
  2. Arts and Events Listings:

    • Peter Wolf at the Boston Ballet:

      • Peter Wolf, lead singer of the J. Geils Band, will make an appearance at the Boston Ballet's performance at the Music Hall on Sunday, April 8, at 2:30 p.m.
    • Robert Rauschenberg at the Charles Theatre:

      • The Robert Rauschenberg exhibition, featuring paintings and lithographs, will be shown at the Charles Theatre. This exhibit includes works spanning from the artist's early period in 1949 to recent pieces.
    • Indian Art Exhibit:

      • An exhibit titled "Indian Art" at the Fogg Art Museum includes special pieces from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and the Peabody Museum.
    • Humble Pie at the Orpheum:

      • The rock band Humble Pie is scheduled to perform at the Orpheum on Tuesday.
    • Symphony Hall:

      • A concert featuring pianist AndrĂ© Watts and conductor Harry Ellis Dickson is set for Wednesday at Symphony Hall.
    • Cambridge Events:

      • The article mentions a play at the Loeb Drama Center and an exhibition of family photography by Sage Sohier at the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts.
    • Cyrano Performance:

      • The Boston University Theatre Workshop will perform "Cyrano" at the Colonial Theatre.
  3. Photographs:

    • The page includes several photographs depicting:
      • A portrait labeled "Arlo."
      • An image of a man with a guitar, labeled as "Indian art."
      • A scene from a theatrical performance, labeled "Cyrano."
      • A candid photograph of two people, labeled "Ulm."
  4. Museum and Theatre Events:

    • Exhibitions:
      • The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum is hosting a new exhibit.
      • The New England Conservatory and the Museum of Fine Arts are also mentioned for various events.
    • Theatre:
      • The Orpheum and the Loeb Drama Center are highlighted for live performances.

Additional Information:

  • The page also features a brief about the Prudential Tower's lobby exhibit, showing pictures from the construction of Central Artery and the old South Station.
  • The Boston Center for the Arts is mentioned, listing its contact number for more information.

Overall, the page provides a snapshot of the vibrant arts and culture scene in Boston during early April 1973.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping titled "Ins and Outs" from "THE BOSTON PHOENIX" dated April 10, 1973. The layout features a mix of text and several black-and-white photographs on the left side and one large photo on the right side.

On the left column, there are three smaller photos stacked vertically:

  1. The top photo depicts someone labeled "Arta" (the image is pixelated).
  2. The middle photo, labeled "Indian art," shows two people, one of whom is holding a painted mask.
  3. The bottom photo, labeled "Cyrano," shows two people in theatrical costumes in what appears to be a stage performance.

On the right side, there is a larger photo titled "Om," showing a person sitting in a meditative pose on a floor covered with fabric or bedding, with a boxing bag and a chair in the background.

The article itself contains a variety of cultural and arts-related news and events, including mentions of theater performances, music, art exhibitions, and film screenings happening in the Boston area. The handwritten date "April 10, 1973" is also present at the top of the clipping.

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The image shows a vintage newspaper page dated April 10, 1973, from "THE BOSTON PHOENIX" with the headline "Ins and Outs." The page contains various articles and black-and-white photographs illustrating different subjects. One photograph depicts a person looking into a mirror, another image shows three individuals in a domestic scene with one person sitting and two others standing, and a third photo portrays a person engaging in some activity, possibly handicraft or work-related, where materials are spread out in front of them. The texts of the articles and the image captions are too small to read in detail, but they appear to discuss events, performances, and exhibitions relevant to the date of the publication.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper titled "Ins and Outs", dated April 10, 1973, and published in The Boston Phoenix. The page features a collection of cultural and entertainment news, with a mix of text and photographs. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Header:

    • The top of the page includes the publication details: "PAGE TWENTY-TWO," "APRIL 10, 1973," and "SECTION THREE: THE BOSTON PHOENIX."
  2. Main Article:

    • The central article is titled "Ins and Outs" and discusses various cultural events happening in Boston and surrounding areas. It mentions performances, exhibitions, and other activities.
  3. Photographs:

    • The page includes several photographs, each accompanied by captions:
      • Top Left: A photograph of a person labeled "Arlo".
      • Middle Left: A photograph of two individuals, one labeled "Indian art".
      • Bottom Left: A photograph labeled "Cyrano", depicting two people in period costumes.
      • Right Side: A photograph of a person playing a guitar, with no caption visible.
  4. Text Content:

    • The article discusses a variety of events, including:
      • A musical titled "The Rose Tattoo" at the Palace Theatre in Boston.
      • The Newport Jazz Festival, featuring artists like Ray Charles, Staple Singers, and others.
      • An exhibition titled "Mountains of the Mind" at the Fogg Art Museum.
      • A photography exhibit at the Boston Center for the Arts.
      • A film titled "La Guerre Est Finie" at the First Parish Church.
      • A performance by Tom Rush at the Hub Theatre Centre.
      • A play titled "Pirates of Penzance" at the University of Massachusetts.
      • An event called "The OM Theatre Workshop" focusing on creative play exploration.
  5. Design:

    • The layout is typical of a newspaper, with a mix of text and images arranged in columns.
    • The photographs are placed strategically to complement the written content, providing visual context for the events mentioned.

Overall Impression:

The page serves as a snapshot of Boston's cultural scene in April 1973, highlighting music, theater, art exhibitions, and other performances. The inclusion of photographs adds a visual element that enhances the reader's understanding of the events being described. The tone is informative and engaging, aimed at readers interested in local arts and entertainment.

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The image is a photograph of an open book displaying a newspaper clipping titled "Ins and Outs," dated April 10, 1973. The clipping is from Section Three of the Boston Globe. The page is divided into two columns, with the left column featuring a series of black-and-white photographs of individuals and the right column containing text.

The photographs on the left are of three people. The top photograph shows a man with curly hair, identified as Arlo. The middle photograph depicts a man with a beard, identified as Indian Art. The bottom photograph features a man and a woman in period costumes, identified as Cyrano.

The right column of text provides a variety of announcements and event listings for the Boston area. It mentions an exhibition of photography by young New Englanders at the Center for the Arts, a major one-man show of paintings and lithographs by Fritz Scholder at the Hayden Gallery, and the arrival of the musical "Cyrano" at the Colonial Theatre. Additionally, it lists performances of "Humble Pie" at the Orpheum, "The Wolf" at the Boston Ballet, and "The OM Center for the Arts" workshop by Gilbert and Sullivan at the Boston Center for the Arts.

The text also mentions the opening of the new musical "Palace Theatre" and an exhibition of old and new photography at the Museum of Fine Arts. It concludes with information about an exhibition at the Old South Church and a major exhibition of Indian art at the Museum of Fine Arts.

The newspaper clipping is pasted onto the page of the book, which appears to be part of a scrapbook or collection of clippings. The page number "20" is visible at the top left corner of the clipping, indicating its position within the scrapbook.