September 24–October 7, 2018 THE OFFICIAL GUIDE TO BOSTON PANORAMAEVENTS | SIGHTS | SHOPPING | MAPS | DINING | NIGHTLIFE | CULTURE HISTORY & HARMONY Experience Music and More at Christian Science Plaza + OKTOBERFEST IN BOSTON MULTILINGUAL SECTION LEGAL SEA FOODS INSIDE! OYSTER FESTIVAL 中文 日本語 FALL ARTS FRANÇAIS GUIDE ESPAÑOL See p. 10 bostonguide.com September 24– October 7, 2018 THE OFFICIAL GUIDE TO BOSTON Volume 68 • No. 10 contents Feature PANO’s Guide 8 to Fall Arts As the temperature drops, the music, theater and art scene heats up in the Boston area Departments 5 A Peek at the Past Handel and Haydn Society 6 6 Hubbub Opening Our Doors in the Fenway, Legal Sea Foods’ Oyster Festival and Tiffani Faison’s new venture 7 High 5 Oktoberfest in Boston 10 Boston’s Official Guide 10 Multilingual 15 Current Events 21 On Exhibit 25 Shopping 29 Cambridge 32 Maps 7 38 Neighborhoods 42 Sightseeing 46 Beyond Boston 49 Freedom Trail 51 Dining 62 Boston Accent Handel and Haydn Society Concertmaster Aisslinn Nosky ON THE COVER: The Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ at the Extension of The Mother Church (refer to story, page 6). Photo: © The First Church of Christ, Scientist. 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Facebook.com/PanoramaBoston ND FLOOR OF PRUDENTIAL TOWER Twitter.com/PanoramaBoston Instagram.com/PanoramaBoston TOPOFTHEHUB.NET CALL: Pinterest.com/PanoramaBoston 4 PANORAMA A PEEK AT THE PAST Taking the Mystery Out of Boston History HANDEL AND HAYDN SOCIETY ne of the area’s oldest cultural institutions, Othe Handel and Haydn Society (H+H) has been a fixture in the Hub since its founding in 1815. With its 204th season upon us, one could easily say that H+H is one of the major factors in Boston becoming a center for classical music. Even with its illustrious history, however, the orchestra has certainly experienced its share of changes over the centuries. H+H was established by a group of music- loving Bostonians who wanted to introduce local audiences to great compositions. The names of and Lincoln. The H+H chorus even boasted such 18th century Baroque composer George Frideric famed members as Julia Ward Howe, composer of Handel and then-contemporary composer Joseph “The Battle Hymn of the Republic.” Haydn were used in order to represent both the The size of H+H fluctuated throughout the old and new styles of music. In 1815, an inaugural 20th century as tastes and fortunes changed. The performance including selections from Handel’s biggest transition of the last century, however, Messiah and Haydn’s The Creation and featur- was its adherence to the historically informed per- ing a chorus of 90 men and 10 women was held formances movement—an effort to conform to the at King’s Chapel (refer to listing, page 49) on original intent of classical and Baroque pieces— Christmas Day. The ensemble’s reputation grew, under artistic director Thomas Dunn, who, after going on to premiere such works as Verdi’s his hiring in 1967, crafted a smaller, professional Requiem (1878) and Bach’s St. Matthew Passion orchestra to replace the previously large group of (1879) to U.S. audiences for the first time, as well amateur singers and musicians. This transforma- as complete versions of Messiah (1818) and The tion became complete under new artistic director Creation (1819). In fact, Messiah has become the Christopher Hogwood in 1986 when he committed company’s most frequently performed piece, and to using period instruments. has been a Yuletide staple every year since 1854. For those who want to see and hear America’s Other notable occasions from its early decades oldest continuously performing arts organiza- include playing for presidents, the Emancipation tion for themselves, current H+H leader Harry Proclamation celebration alongside orator Ralph Christophers gets the new season off to a rousing Waldo Emerson and local memorial services hon- start September 28 (refer to listing, page 15) at oring the passing of Presidents Adams, Jefferson Symphony Hall. —Scott Roberto FENWAY ALLIANCE PRESENTS OPENING OUR DOORS 2018 A DAY OF FREE CULTURAL EXPERIENCES MONDAY, OCTOBER 08 | 10AM - 4PM FENWAYCULTURE.ORG FENWAYCULTUREBOSTON @FENWAYCULTURE ABOVE PHOTO: COURTESY OF HANDEL AND HAYDN SOCIETY BOSTONGUIDE.COM 5 FREE FOR ALL A Columbus Day tradition, the Fenway Alliance’s 17th annual Opening Our Doors celebration (refer to listing, page 19) once again features gratis entry to such neighborhood institutions as the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Museum of Fine Arts and The Mary Baker Eddy Library (refer to listing, page 21, pictured), as well as a slew of special events, including the free Pipes on the Plaza concert at the Extension of The Mother Church on Christian Science Plaza from 2–2:30 p.m., which is performed on one of the largest pipe organs of its kind in the world. Tours, dance and other opportunities to experience live music and visual art fill out a full day of entertainment in one of the city’s most culture-rich districts. MOLLUSK MADNESS Legal Sea Foods (refer to listing, page 61) is synonymous with ocean-going fare in the Hub, so it’s no surprise that its Massachusetts locations host the 10th annual Oyster Festival now through October 10. Enjoy special dishes—including four different kinds of fried oysters (Buffalo, barbecue, sriracha lime and BLT) and baked oysters in lobster, spinach, crab and cheese, scampi and roasted varieties— at participating restaurants, all just in time for prime oyster season. You can even wash it down with the fest’s official drink, the Deadrise, a combo of vodka, muddled cucumber, lime and grapefruit bitters. WHAT BOSTON’S BUZZING ABOUT THREE’S COMPANY 9.24.18 Celebrity chef Tiffani Faison (pictured) may have braved such reality shows as “Top Chef,” yet her biggest task may be the debut of her third establishment in Boston’s Fenway neighborhood. Given her track record with nearby barbecue joint Sweet Cheeks and Asian eatery Tiger Mama, there’s little doubt that her latest venture, Fool’s Errand (1377 Boylston St., foolserrandboston.com), doesn’t live up to its name and is a smashing success. Built around the concept of an “adult snack bar”—an intimate stopover where patrons stand around communal tables and sup on small plates inspired by European tapas hangouts— Fool’s Errand also boasts a lively open kitchen and outdoor patio where visitors can enjoy the last bit of warm weather. —Scott Roberto 6 PANORAMA HUBBUB BOTTOM PHOTO: MIKE DISKIN HIGH 5 OKTOBERFEST IN BOSTON Enjoy these local twists on the famed German tradition HARPOON OCTOBERFEST (306 Northern Ave., 617-456-2322, harpoonbrewery.com): The Seaport brewery hosts its 29th annual bash, an outdoor shindig that features brats, bands and, of course, plenty of brews on September 28 & 29. CAMBRIDGE 5K OKTOBERFEST (CambridgeSide, 100 CambridgeSide Place, Cambridge, cambridge5k.com/oktoberfest, pictured): Feel the burn by participating in this road race circling Kendall Square on October 7 beginning at 9:30 a.m., then quaff a few pints at a gathering on the shopping center’s roof, where racers and fans can enjoy fresh-baked pretzels along with adult bever- ages from Notch, Slumbrew and Bantam Cider. Dirndls and lederhosen are encouraged. OKTOBERFEST YOGA BREWHA AT AERONAUT BREWERY (14 Tyler St., Somerville, 617-987-4236, aeronautbrewing.com): On October 6, have a zen Oktoberfest by enjoying an hour of yoga from 10:45–11:45 a.m. before relaxing with a beer. Tickets include the class and one brew. DEMOCRACY BREWING OKTOBERFEST (35 Temple Place, 857-263-8604, democracybrewing. com): This new Downtown Crossing brewery and gathering spot hosts its first Oktoberfest, October 5–7, presenting five German-style brews paired with traditional German dishes, as well as live Bavarian music Saturday afternoon and German opera on Sunday. BRONWYN (255 Washington St., Somerville, 617- 776-9900, bronwynrestaurant.com): As one of the few German-themed restaurants in the area, this Union Square eatery—which features bands, Ger- man beers, a special menu and more every night and weekends beginning at noon—is a prime locale to celebrate Oktoberfest. —Scott Roberto BOSTONGUIDE.COM 7 PANORAMA’s GUIDE TO FALL ARTS IN BOSTON As the temperature drops, the music, theater and art scene heats up in the Boston area BY SCOTT ROBERTO Hamilton It’s finally here.