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December 5–18, 2005 The Official Guide to BOSTON

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contents COVER STORY 16 Holiday Gift Guide 2005 Panorama shows you where to go to get the perfect gift for everyone on your list

DEPARTMENTS 6 around the hub 6 news & notes 13 kids corner 10 on stage 14 nightlife 12 on exhibit 15 dining

22 the hub directory 23 current events 31 clubs & bars 33 museums & galleries 38 maps 43 sightseeing 48 freedom trail 50 shopping 54 mind & body 55 restaurants 68 NEIGHBORHOODS

78 5 questions with… Comedian GARY GULMAN

on the cover: Model Elizabeth Smith gets a jump on some holiday shopping. Photo: Tony Scarpetta At The Corner Mall you’ll find a world of shops, boutiques and Hair: AnneMarie Aldrich an international food court offering something for every palate. IN THE BAG: Makeup: Shauna Shay Boston is the perfect place to Jewelry supplied by John Lewis get something for everyone on Production Assistant: your holiday shopping list. Refer to story, page 16. Juliann Rubijono PHOTO BY Produced by Heather Burke TONY S CARPETTA ___ DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 3 The Official Guide to BOSTON www.panoramamagazine.com

December 5–18, 2005 Volume 55 • Number 15

Jerome Rosenfeld • CHAIRMAN Tim Montgomery • PRESIDENT/PUBLISHER

Christine Celli • EDITOR Scott Roberto • ART/PRODUCTION DIRECTOR Josh B. Wardrop • ASSOCIATE EDITOR Sharon Hudak Miller • ASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR Heather S. Burke • PHOTO EDITOR Marketa Hulpachova • EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Jonathan Chamberlain, Della Huff, Juli Rubijono, Tony Scarpetta • CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Jane Coulter, Reshma Melwani, James Sligh, Kevin Spak • EDITORIAL INTERNS

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around the hub NEWS & NOTES

Whether you seek deco- AIRPORT SPECIAL rative glassware or pottery OWNTOWN TO OGAN ACK AY TO OGAN for your home, creative D L : $20 B B L : $25 children’s toys for the wee ones, or jewelry and wear- able art for that special someone, the Market (open “The Best Ride through December 31) brings together some of the in Town” area’s top artisans and their work to help shop- pers find that perfect, unique something for everyone on their list. Refer to listing, page 35.

TEA TIME We’ve all heard about the events of the legendary precursor to the Revolu- Your own Private Limousine and Chauffeur tionary War, the Boston Tea Party. But few have had a from your downtown hotel to Logan Airport... chance to actually watch them unfold. N Luxurious Lincoln Town Car Fleet On December 11, you can get as close to the real N Courteous, Reliable Service Boston Tea Party as you ever will, when the Old N Transportation to Theatres, Restaurants and South Meeting House’s Tea the Casinos Party Players stage a reen- actment of the pivotal lit- N Shopping and Sightseeing Tours tering. Beginning with a recreation of the fiery Tours include Cambridge, Concord and Lexington, debate between Samuel Salem, Plymouth, Newport,Cape Cod and Cape Ann Adams and other colonists, the event culminates with Equally attractive rates from hotels outside of costumed performers lead- << cont. that perfect gift for raucous as that, but the ing spectators out of the Boston to the Logan airport. All Major Credit Cards Accepted from page 7 the dog (or dog per- abundance of creative art Meeting House and down to son) in your life. pieces (such as the birdhous- the Harbor for a bit of “civil Refer to listing, page 28. es pictured above) at the disobedience.” If you’re in 12th annual Artists’ Market the mood for some pre- at the DeCordova Museum Christmas rabblerousing, ART! GET YOUR and Sculpture Park may oth- this is the event for you. Boston Town Car ART HERE! erwise remind holiday shop- Refer to listings, page 28. Okay, so the atmosphere pers of a street fair jammed —Additional contributions For Reservations, call (617) 782-4000 ___ probably won’t be quite as with one-of-a-kind treasures. by James Sligh [email protected] Toll Free (888) 765-LIMO ABOVE: DESIGNER BIRDHOUSES, THE G ARDEN PATH, ELIOT, MAINE; 8 PANORAMA PHOTO BY M ARK W ILSON around the hub ON STAGE Now in our 2nd In the ear!!! Holiday Spirit Record Breaking Y

® Clara Reinterpreted The Hilarious Celebration of Women and The Change! URBAN ractically everyone has seen some ver- NUTCRACKER Psion of The Nutcracker, but you’ve prob- Strand Theatre ably never seen anything quite like Urban December 10, 11, 17 & 18 Nutcracker. Anthony Williams, founder of local dance company BalletRox, has given E.T.A. Throughout December Hoffman’s classic an inner city edge, creating a fresh pro- Bing Crosby and Irving Berlin may duction loaded with ballet, swing, hip hop and urban tap. be gone, but their classic White The score still boasts Tchaikovsky’s familiar tunes, but Christmas lives on, as a new stage they’ve been kicked up a notch, infused with beats musical, at the Wang Theatre. straight out of Duke Ellington. These may not be your December 16–18, 21–23 & 26–30 Men mom’s Sugar Plum Fairies, but chances are you’ll love If thou hast the Christmas spirit in Love It their moves. Refer to listing, page 26. —Kevin Spak thy heart, get thee to the 35th Too!!! annual Christmas Revels, which SLEIGH doth commence tonight at the HEY! Sanders Theatre. It hath much merriment, folklore and song— . IT’S BOSTON POPS “YOU’LL LOVE IT HOLIDAY CONCERTS this year with a medieval theme. Symphony Hall Through December 31 December 16–18 HILARIOUS. GO SEE IT!” World famous Irish and Scottish - Joy Behar, The View Somewhere musicians unite at the Cutler between the last Majestic Theatre tonight for the “FRESH, FUNNY & SIMPL Thanksgiving left- A Christmas Celtic Sojourn. Y overs getting polished off and the arrival of Boston’s first December 18 blizzard comes one of the Hub’s most anticipated Yuletide TERRIFIC!” Grant Llewellyn (pictured above) traditions. The Boston Pops Orchestra, led by conductor recites Dylan Thomas’s A Child’s - LA Times Keith Lockhart, bust out the sleigh bells for their annual holi- Christmas in Wales, accompa- day concerts. This year, the Pops plan to perform traditional Great Rates For Groups! To reserve call (617) 426-4499 ext. 25 nied by the Handel and Haydn Christmas classics, as well as selections from their acclaimed Society performing holiday choral 2004 holiday CD, Sleigh Ride. Don’t miss the special kids’ selections. sing-a-long matinees—December 10 and 17 at 11 a.m.— STUART STREET PLAYHOUSE which give the little ones a chance to make a joyful noise of Refer to listings, pages 25 & 26. TELECHARGE 800-447-7400 OR AT BOX OFFICE WINDOW ___ their own. Refer to listing, page 24. —Josh B. Wardrop —Kevin Spak 200 Stuart Street at the Radisson Hotel Boston www.menopausethemusical.com TOP LEFT PHOTO BY PETR M ETLICKA; 10 PANORAMA BOTTOM LEFT PHOTO BY M ICHAEL LUTCH around the hub ON EXHIBIT by Scott Roberto around the hub KIDS CORNER by Reshma Melwani East Making Hot Tot-Teas USEUM Meets M Their Marks West ARDNER

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Gentile Bellini VER E THE may not have the N fame of many of OF Medieval Manor his Renaissance ISTER TESY M peers, but he AMAZING CASTLES f your child loves fairy tales featur- COUR was nevertheless AND Boston Children’s Iing princesses, dragons and, above Z Museum a key figure in the transmission of ideas to and from Through January 31 all, castles, you’ll want to visit regions to the east of Italy. Organized in conjunction with ICK Boston Children’s Museum to check N the National Gallery in London, this special exhibit of the out the three-dimensional, interactive Amazing Castles. forgotten master’s works includes a piece from Isabella Children can don costumes and become the prince or

Stewart Gardner’s own collection, as well as all of ALLING princess of the castle, exploring eight themed sections

Bellini’s surviving work done in Istanbul while working INST with ease. Help “Trim the Tailor” sew clothes, or make a

in the court of Sultan Mehmed II. Refer to listing, page 32. Z TEDDY BEAR TEA magical meal in the Great Hall with “Kipper the Cook.” Ritz-Carlton Hotel ICK 15 Arlington St. • 617-912-3355 The brave can even visit “Herald the Dragon” at his tower N December 10, 16 and 17 and help rouse this ever-sleepy monster from his deep Tickets: $35 slumber. Refer to listing, page 32. THE 19TH DRAWING SHOW Mills Gallery PUPPET TIME TEA Boston Center for the Arts Langham Hotel Through January 8 250 Franklin St. • 617-451-1900 December 10 and 17 Drawing on walls is as old as the Tickets: $30, children $26 cavemen, but drawing on the walls of an art gallery is an idea that only Who said high tea is only for goes back a few decades. Hot on grown-ups? Bring the little ones the heels of art pioneer Sol LeWitt’s along to the Ritz-Carlton for an MOVING PICTURES recent wall drawing at the Gardner afternoon Teddy Bear Tea, where Last year was a momentous 366 Museum comes the Boston Center Mrs. Claus will be in the Dining BOSTON PRESS for the Arts’ own take on the phe- Room for storytelling and PHOTOGRAPHERS days around these parts. From the CHRISTMAS EXPRESS ASSOCIATION AWARD Democratic National Convention to nomenon. Consisting of 14 installa- Christmas cookie decorating. Or if WINNING PHOTO- the legalization of gay marriage to tions created by 17 artists over a teddy’s otherwise engaged, check HOLIDAY FESTIVAL All aboard! Enjoy a New England GRAPHS OF 2004 OF LIGHTS Mayor’s Art Gallery championship seasons by both the three-week period, the biannual out the Langham Hotel’s Puppet Edaville USA holiday tradition at Edaville USA, Boston City Hall Red Sox and the Patriots, Boston Drawing Show enlivens the empty Time Tea. While parents relax in Through January 1 where an old-fashioned train takes Government Center seemingly saw it all. And so did local walls of the BCA’s Mills Gallery in the Julien Lounge and indulge in you on a two-mile ride past more than 617-635-3245 Through January 13 press photographers, who document- the South End with an array of the Windsor Castle Tea service, 7,000,000 twinkling lights. Stroll through Santa’s village, ed tragedy and triumph not just here, styles, colors and subject matter, children can enjoy a puppet show where you can meet the big guy and watch his hard- but all over the world. This award-winning body of work by from vibrant graffiti art to tiny air- and face painting while nibbling working elves make toys for good girls and boys. Or, take members of America’s oldest press photographers organi- planes sketched in graphite. Refer on fruit kabobs and cheese sand- a ride on the antique carousel as you soak in the holiday ___ zation is now on display for free at City Hall. to listing, page 37. wiches. How civilized! merriment. Refer to listing, page 26. ___ TOP LEFT: GENTILE B ELLINI, A SEATED S CRIBE, 1479–81; 12 PANORAMA BOTTOM LEFT COURTESY OF B OSTON P RESS PHOTOGRAPHERS A SSOCIATION DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 13 around the hub NIGHTLIFE around the hub DINING Cocktail of High Fives New the Week Wave North End

MARE 135 Richmond St. 617-723-MARE TOASTY TIPPLES are’s locale should be enough to tip you off—it’s pro- With winter creeping in, here’s nounced Mar-ray, as in the Italian word for sea. But five drinks to take the chill away. M that’s about all that’s obvious from a curbside critique of Catnip for Crooners 1. L.A. BURDICK’S, 52 Brattle the North End's latest eatery. Brought to you by the culi- f you’re on the prowl for a place to do a St., Cambridge, 617-491-4340. nary duo of executive chef Marisa Iocco (Bricco, Umbria) ALLEY CAT LOUNGE Boylston Alley Ilittle caterwauling, Alley Cat Lounge is the This chocolatier makes some of the and restauranteur Frank DePasquale, the all-glass and cool 617-351-7000 perfect place to strut your stuff. Try cock- best hot chocolate (milk, dark or blue lighting of this corner spot just off Hanover Street is tails like “The Mick Jagermeister” or “Truth white, pictured above) in the 617 more likely to conjure thoughts of Los Angeles than trans- Serum” before stepping up to the microphone at Boston’s area code—hand-shaved, melted port you to Old World Italy. But the effect pairs perfectly newest nightclub/karaoke bar. Co-owned by Boston and served thick in warmed milk. with the food which boasts bright, untampered with Celtics star Paul Pierce (pictured above, far right), the flavors derived naturally from only the highest-quality 2. THE RITZ-CARLTON, 15 Alley Cat also features nightly entertainment from DJs, seafood and produce. Proclaiming itself the city’s first 100- Arlington St., 617-536-5700. The MCs and comedians to complement the dance groove set percent organic eatery, Mare lets exquisitely fresh ingredi- Ritz takes on the classic hot by music videos. And whether you want to remember ents do all the talking on a menu that goes beyond seafood toddy, blending brandy, honey, your own performance or embarrass off-key friends later, options and well beyond your expectations. —Christine Celli lemon and boiling water to reme- the lounge offers DVDs, giving you a souvenir to savor AMBER DEXTROUS dy whatever ails you. the rest of your nine lives. —Jane Coulter Aujourd’hui Four Seasons Hotel 200 Boylston St. 3. THE LAST HURRAH, WISTERIA 617-351-2037 60 School St., 617-305-1888. HYSTERIA Master Scotch distiller Macallan Within the historic Omni Parker goes sweet with its new caramel- House, enjoy another traditional DESPERATE SUNDAYS colored liqueur Amber—a single- favorite: hot buttered rum over Tonic malt blend flavored with maple black coffee. 1316 Commonwealth Ave. and pecan. Previewing exclusively 617-566-6699 4. SPIRE, 90 Tremont St., in Boston, Amber is the central 617-772-0202. This sleek bar ULTIMATE FOOD FIGHT Sunday evenings, ingredient of a hot new libation at isn’t the picture of homey com- unleash your inner top-tier French restaurant BATTLE OF THE CHEFS Sure to delight gastronomes with a fort, but the aptly-named Winter Bree, Edie, Aujourd’hui, whose house bar- Lucy’s • 242 Harvard competitive bent, Brookline eatery Warmer (combining Grand St., Brookline Gabrielle, Lynette or tender, Ari Bialikamien, won a 617-232-LUCY Lucy’s Battle of the Chefs assembles Marnier, a dash of cloves and Susan at Tonic’s citywide competition to mix the December 12 at 7 p.m. four up-and-coming chefs for an “Iron African rooibos tea) still soothes. richly indulgent Desperate Sundays. Enjoy a night of pam- best Amber cocktail. The result? Chef”-inspired cook-off. Beginning from a mystery grab-bag pering—complete with cocktails named after your favorite The Amber Dextrous: Kahlua, 5. FINALE, 1 Columbus Ave., of ingredients revealed to them only the day before, each character, free manicures and pedicures and the chance to white crème de cacao, Godiva 617-423-3184. The dessert must fashion one course of a four-course meal keeping with check out merchandise from area boutiques—then stay to white chocolate liqueur and the masters help you hold on to Lucy’s health conscious concept—no butter, no cream. watch “Desperate Housewives” on flat screen TVs. Hunky titular Amber. A bit of extravagant remnants of autumn with the Diners who reserve a spot enjoy the culinary creations, then shirtless gardeners may be in short supply, but Desperate sweetness for when the onset of Apple Orchard Cider—mixing vote for the winning course. Proceeds from the $60 admis- Sundays have everything else needed to end the weekend winter has you down. hot cider, Southern Comfort and sion benefit New England Village of Pembroke, a community ___ in style. —Jane Coulter —James Sligh peach schnapps. —James Sligh for adults with developmental disabilities. —James Sligh ___ TOP RIGHT PHOTO BY J ONATHAN C HAMBERLAIN TOP LEFT PHOTO BY J ULI RUBIJONO 14 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 15 FOR YOUR FAVORITE LADY For an understated yet still lovely OLIDAY gift for your best gal, try the flower H tea light candle set ($9) from Nomad (1741 Mass Ave., Cambridge, 617-497-6677), carved to resemble real flowers, or gor- Gift Guide geous hand-blown glass apothe- cary bottles ($44–84, pictured top left) from Nantucket Natural Oils 2005 (Hotel Commonwealth, 508 Comm. Ave., 866-514-OILS) which come in Panorama shows you where to a range of colors. For a gift with go to get the perfect gift for more sparkle and shine, head to John Lewis Jewelry (97 Newbury everyone on your list St., 800-266-4101) and check out their finely textured dangling gold by Panorama Staff flag earrings ($687), tanzanite and photography by Tony Scarpetta platinum necklace ($2,849) or pink tourmaline ring ($4,546, all pictured middle left), as worn by our cover girl and seen on pages 3 and 16. FOR YOUR FAVORITE GENTLEMAN Holiday myth #643: Men can’t get enough neckties. This year, bust out of the Windsor-knotted rut and indulge your gentleman with classic luxury. Function meets fashion in a classic Swiss Army watch with black leather band ($25–35, pictured bottom left) from Swiss Watchmaker (58 Church St., Cambridge, 617-864-1163). Sleek steel-framed shades from Gucci for the city sophisticate are sure to awe and come in brown, gray and black ($225) at Eleganza Model: Elizabeth Smith (275 Harvard St., Brookline, 617- Hair: AnneMarie Aldrich 739-3100). Or to keep your fella Makeup: Shauna Shay warm all winter long, consider a Jewelry supplied by John Lewis 100% pure Mongolian cashmere Production Assistant: overcoat woven in Italy ($699) from Juliann Rubijono Simon’s Men’s Clothing (220 ___Produced by Heather Burke Clarendon St., 617-266-2345). ___ 16 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 17 FOR URBAN COWBOYS FOR THE AND COWGIRLS FASHION PLATE It’s no urban legend—the season’s With their focus on flawless style, hottest trends come directly from the fashonistas are often the hardest Wild West. Cowpokes love nothing people to shop for. Before suc- more than adorning their jeans with cumbing to that last resort—a gift some good ol’ Texan flair like big, card—check out these chic digs bold, belt buckles, which can be known to be favorites of the glam found in a variety of styles at Rick and gorgeous. The stylish bou- Walker’s (21 Temple Pl., 617-482- tique Intermix (186 Newbury St., 7426, $20–65). But the outfit isn’t com- 617-236-5172) keeps fashion plete without a pair of authentic boots. mavens warm with a lush, silk- Visit Helen’s Leather (110 Charles lined, faux-rabbit fur vest ($650). St., 617-742-2077) for red and brown And because fashion forward Lucchese boots ($249, pictured top men need to stay warm too, right), handmade from oiled calfskin. Karmaloop (160 Newbury St., 617-369-0100) offers a men’s gray FOR ’POD PEOPLE hoodie, complete with black fur If iPod mania has nabbed someone lining in the hood ($79, pictured on your list, Cross (Zero Brattle Street, top left). For funky handbags, Cambridge, 617-868-7020) carries brooches from the 1930s through genuine leather cases ($32–48) that 1970s ($15–40, pictured middle let them rock out in style. Keep your left) and more, visit vintage iPod addicts happy at home with a clothiers Poor Little Rich Girl stop at Levenger (Prudential Center, (416 Highland Ave., Somerville, 800 Boylston St. 617-536-3434) for the 617-684-0157). Crosley Solo Radio ($128, pictured middle right). Its wooden casing gives FOR BAG LADIES it an old-time radio look and it acts Purse, tote, shoulder bag, like a stereo when you plug in your clutch—whatever the occasion, iPod, complete with surround sound. she has to have the bag to match. The creations at Anna FOR THE HIPSTER William Custom Handbags At Black Ink (5 Brattle St., Cambridge, (2014 Mass Ave., Cambridge, 617-497-1221) you’ll find a number 617-547-2662) offer a distinctly of kitschy gifts for the hipsters on your local flavor, with styles such list, like the fortune cookie kit ($6.95), as the “Beacon Hill” and which includes everything needed to “Nantucket,” named after Boston make inscrutably delicious desserts. neighborhoods and nearby cities For the staples of everybody’s inner ($60–110, pictured bottom left). teenager—comics, CDs, DVDs, Or if you have an aspiring Coach posters and sports paraphernalia— designer on your list, 1154 Lill visit Newbury Comics (332 Newbury Studio (220 Newbury St. 617- St., 617-236-4930; 1 Washington Mall, 247-1154) offers gift certificates 617-248-9992; 36 JFK St., 617-491- for design-your-own handbags, 0337). Red Sox fans will love the “Real which range from $58–150, and Women don’t date Yankees fans” pre-made creations available for ___t-shirt ($17.99, pictured bottom right). $25–150. ___ 18 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 19 GIFTS THAT FOR THE STOCKING GIVE BACK Whether you have a little room left To truly experience that warm and in the stocking or need a small fuzzy holiday feeling, give a gift that something for that special some- gives twice. Stop by handbag one, the following gifts can deliver haven Luna Boston (286 Newbury big smiles. For all the elements of St., 617-262-3900) for the Elissa a Swiss Army knife in a conven- Bloom sequined coin purse ($20, ient, credit card-like case, check pictured top right). Proceeds from out the Swiss Army card ($29.50) these pretty penny purses go at Bliss (121 Newbury St., 617- toward ovarian and breast cancer 421-5544). Letter enthusiasts and research. Or visit the eclectic non- funky fashionistas will adore the profit Ten Thousand Villages (226 Scrabble earrings ($5 each, pic- Harvard St., Brookline, 617-277- tured top left) sold at Joie de 7700; 694 Mass Ave., Cambridge, Vivre (1792 Mass Ave., Cambridge, 617-876-2414), which sells gifts, 617-864-8188). Or head to Paper arts and crafts directly from villages Source (338 Boylston St., 617-536- around the world in hopes of creat- 344; 1810 Mass Ave., Cambridge, ing jobs and promoting inter- 617-497-1077; 1361Beacon St., national fair trade. Pick up unique, Brookline, 617-264-2800) for gifts lovely curios like onyx goblets ($14, like Camden Fair’s red cloud jour- pictured middle right), handmade nal ($14), 4 Bar stationary set of by artisans in Pakistan. ten note cards, envelopes and matching folio, or the sleek ACME- FOR THE HOME Lawn business card case ($27) and When it comes to home decorating, matching ballpoint pen ($51, all everyone wants something unique. pictured middle left). Help loved ones on your list achieve that aim with a gift like glazed glass FOR THE KIDS salt and pepper shakers ($54 for a Santa may do the brunt of toy small pair, pictured bottom right, $78 giving this season, but if you’re for a large pair) or any number of shopping for a tot you can’t go creative items from the Cambridge wrong at Curious George Goes Artists’ Cooperative (59 Church St., to Wordsworth (1 JFK St., Cambridge, 617-868-4434). For a Cambridge, 617-498-0062), a place splash of eclectic wall art, head over jammed with picture books, toys to the International Poster Gallery and stuffed animals, like the Doggie (205 Newbury St., 617-375-0076), a Bag plush purses ($12–33, pictured haven for unusual and vintage bottom left), the cuddliest way for posters. And while décor is great, your kids to carry stuff around. If some people just want practical gifts that’s not unique enough for you, that do stuff. For these folks, look no head over to Whippoorwill (93 further than the Museum of Useful Franklin St., 617-422-0025). Hand- Things (49B Brattle St., Cambridge crafted toys like the wooden rock- 617-576-3322), where you can find ing horses ($199 and up) and three- quirky-but-helpful items, like re-usable dimensional wooden animal puz- silicon muffin cups ($12.50) and sleek zles ($44-215) are special treats to ___silver milk carton cozies ($20–28). fire young imaginations. ___ 20 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 21

CURRENT EVENTS CLASSICAL

BOSTON CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY, First Church of thehubdirectory Cambridge, Congregational, 11 Garden St., Cambridge, 617- 349-0086. Dec 18 at 3 p.m. Tickets: $28 & 38. The BCMS performs three string quartets by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. OUR GUIDE TO WHAT

BOSTON EARLY MUSIC FESTIVAL CONCERTS, Jesuit Urban curr Center, 775 Harrison Ave., 617-661-1812. Dec 9 at 8 p.m. TO DO, SEE, BUY AND Tickets: $25–59. The Tallis Scholars choir, directed by Peter Phillips, perform masterpieces of the Renaissance era.

EAT IN BOSTON EMMANUEL MUSIC, Emmanuel Church, 15 Newbury St., ent e 617-536-3356. Admission: free will offering. Dec 11 at 10 a.m.—Conductor Craig Smith leads the Orchestra and index Chorus of Emmanuel Music in the Weekly Cantata, Bach’s BWV 186a; Dec 18 at 10 a.m.—BWV 110. CURRENT EVENTS 23 TAKACS QUARTET, Bank of America Celebrity Series, v

Jordan Hall, 30 Gainsborough St., 617-482-2595. Dec 11 at ents CLUBS & BARS 31 3 p.m. Tickets: $43–53. The acclaimed string quartet per- forms pieces by Haydn, Borozin and Mozart. 33 MUSEUMS & GALLERIES COMEDY PHOTO BY C ASEY A. CASS MAPS 38 THE COMEDY CONNECTION, Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall TAKACS QUARTET: The acclaimed, Grammy Marketplace, 617-248-9700. Cover and times may vary. Call Award-winning ensemble brings its three decades of for full schedule. Named “The Best Comedy Club in the experience interpreting a diverse repertoire of clas- SIGHTSEEING 43 Country” (USA Today), this venue has featured national and sical music to New England Conseravtory’s Jordan local stand-up acts such as Wendy Liebman, Chris Rock, Hall on December 11. Refer to listing, left. Rosie O’Donnell and Dave Chappelle. Tickets: $12–40. Dec 5 FREEDOM TRAIL 48 & 12 at 8 p.m.—Amateur Showcase hosted by Kevin Knox; Dec 6 & 13 at 8 p.m.—Paul Nardizzi and Robbie Printz; Dec 7 at 8 p.m., Dec 18 at 7 p.m.—D.J. Hazard; Dec 8 & 15 at 8:30 ter. Thu–Sat—Yankee Swap Death Match, audience-inspired SHOPPING 50 p.m.—Frank Santos, The R-Rated Hypnotist; Dec 9 at 10:45 improvisation mixed with sketch comedy; Thu at 10 p.m.—The p.m., Dec 10 at 8 and 10:15 p.m.—Pablo Francisco; Dec 11 at 7 Madness; Fri at midnight—Local comedy troupes perform in p.m.—Jim Dunn; Dec 14 at 8 p.m.—Harrison Stebbins; Dec 16 The Night Shift; Sat at midnight —The Midnight Show. MIND & BODY 54 & 17 at 8 and 10:15 p.m.—Gary Gulman. IMPROVBOSTON, Back Alley Theater, 1253 Cambridge St., Cam- THE COMEDY STUDIO AT THE HONG KONG, 1236 Mass. Ave., bridge, 617-576-1253. Showtimes: Wed at 8 p.m.; Thu & Fri at 8 RESTAURANTS 55 Harvard Square, Cambridge, 617-661-6507. Doors open at 7:30 and 10 p.m.; Sat at 6, 8 and 10 p.m.; Sun at 7 p.m. Cover: p.m.; nightly shows begin at 8 p.m. Call for complete schedule. $5–12. This comedy troupe features sketch comedy, games, Cover: $8-10. A place where fresh talent is discovered and head- original music and audience participation. Mon—Atomic NEIGHBORHOODS 68 liners experiment. Dec 6 & 13—Magic Lounge!; Dec 7—Brian Powered Millionaires: Race Against Time; Wed—The Hump; Freer, Tom Dustin and others; Dec 8 & 15—The Dan Sally Thu—UnNatural Selection and The Great & Secret Comedy Show!; Dec 9—The Walsh Bros., Adam Pearlman, Jen Griffith Show; Fri at 8 p.m.—Tales of a Broken Heart: Not A Love Story; and others; Dec 10—Tom E. Morello, Rob O’Reilly, Renata Tutko Sat—ImprovBoston Family Show and ImprovBoston Mainstage; and others; Dec 11—Erin Judge Presents; Dec 14—Carolyn Sun—Sgt. Culpepper’s Improvisational Jamboree; Dec 15–17— Plummer, Shane Mauss and others; Dec 16—The Walsh Bros, The Fifth Annual Holiday Spectacular. Tonya Dalhaus and others; Dec 17—Sarah Blodgett, Rick Jenkins and Andy Ofeish; Dec 18—Tony V holiday show. JIMMY TINGLE’S OFF BROADWAY, 255 Elm St., Davis Square, Somerville, 617-591-1616. Call for reservations and complete DICK DOHERTY’S COMEDY VAULT, Remington Restaurant, 124 schedule. Founded by comic/acto/writer Jimmy Tingle, this multi- Boylston St., Boston, 617-482-0110. Call for reservations. Shows use venue features both established and aspiring performers. Thu–Sat at 9 p.m.; open mic Sun at 9 p.m. Cover: $10–25. Thu–Sat at 7:30 p.m.—Jimmy Tingle’s American Dream, tickets: Located in an actual bank vault downstairs in Remington’s Eating $15–25, seniors $13.50–22.50, students $7.50–12.50; Dec 11— and Drinking Exchange, this club features Boston’s top comics. Betsy Salkind and friends, tickets: $25; Dec 15–18—Jimmy Dec 8—Greg Howell and guests; Dec 9 & 10—Courtney Cronin Tingle hosts a reunion of comics from Boston’s legendary Ding Ho TOWERING ABOVE: and guests; Dec 11—Tom Dustin hosts open mike night; Dec comedy club, benefiting the Globe Santa charity, tickets: $25–35. Boston’s oldest skyscraper, the 15—Greg Howell and guests; Dec 16 & 17—Paul Keenan and Custom House cuts and elegant guests; Dec 18—E.J. Murphy hosts open mike night. STEVE SWEENEY’S COMEDY CAFE, 711 Boylston St., 617-482- figure in the Hub’s skyline. Refer 0110. Shows Thu–Sat at 8 p.m. Cover: $20. Local funny man to listing, page 43. IMPROV ASYLUM, 216 Hanover St., 617-263-6887. Showtimes: Steve Sweeney teams with Beantown comedy fixture Dick Wed & Thu at 8 p.m.; Fri & Sat at 8 and 10 p.m. Tickets: Doherty for shows featuring comedy and late-night dancing. $15–20, dinner packages available. Wed at 8 p.m.—Lost in Dec 9 & 10—Don Gavin, Dick Doherty and Greg Howell; Dec ___ Boston, a “wicked pissah” show about Boston’s unique charac- 15–17—Jim Colliton, Steve Sweeney and Dick Doherty. ___ 22 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 23 CONVENTIONS & EXPOS CANTATA SINGERS, Tapestry Room, Isabella Stewart Gardner Natalie Haas and a cappella group Navan, as well as dancer Museum, 280 The Fenway, 617-868-5885. Dec 11 at 1:30 Kieran Jordan’s four-piece dance troupe Nua-nós. HYNES CONVENTION CENTER, 900 Boylston St., Boston, 617- p.m. Tickets: $20–48. The Cantata Singers celebrate the com- 954-2000. Dec 11—Cultural Survival Bazaar Event. ing holidays with A Holiday Collage: German and British Songs CHRISTMAS IN WALES, Jordan Hall, New England of the Season. Conservatory, 30 Gainsborough Street, Boston, 617-266-3605. Dec 18 at 3 p.m. The Handel and Haydn Society’s Grant DANCE A CHRISTMAS CAROL, North Shore Music Theatre, 62 Dunham Llewellyn recites Dylan Thomas’ A Child’s Christmas in Wales,

Road, Beverly, 978-232-7200. Performances: Thu at 7 p.m., Fri and conducts seasonal choral works by American composers. curr TEN’S THE LIMIT, Green Street Studios, 185 Green St., at 8 p.m., Sat at 2 and 8 p.m., Sun at 1 and 6 p.m. Tickets: Holiday favorites by Ives, Pinkham, Rorem and Thompson will Cambridge, 617-876-4275. Dec 9 & 10 at 7 and 9 p.m. Tickets: $26.25–68. This original musical adaptation by artistic director warm the heart on a cold winter’s day. $15. The fifth annual installment of this popular contemporary Jon Kimbell, New England’s brightest holiday tradition, enters dance recital features new pieces and works-in-progress by com- its 17th year. Reintroduce yourself and those you love to the THE CHRISTMAS REVELS, Sanders Theatre, 45 Quincy St., ents

panies such as Kelley Donovan and Dancers, Neena Gulati and season’s most enduring story of charity, hope and redemption. Cambridge, 617-496-2222. Performances: Dec 16 at 7:30 ent e

v The Triveni Ensemble, the E. Beattie Dance Project and others. p.m., Dec 17 at 3 and 7:30 p.m., Dec 18 at 1 and 5 p.m. A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Riverside Theatre Works, 45 Fairmount Tickets: $20–42, children $12–32. This special 35th Ave., Hyde Park, 617-361-5269. Performances: Fri at 8 p.m., Anniversary edition of The Christmas Revels brings the usual FILM Sat at 3 and 8 p.m., Sun at 3 p.m. Tickets: $22; $19 for stu- mix of carols, drama, ritual and folklore, including favorites like dents and seniors. This classic tale of discoverying the true “Lord of the Dance,” along with lots of new material, all brought

THE BRATTLE THEATRE, 40 Brattle St., Cambridge, 617-876- meaning of Christmas is produced by Riverside Theatre Works, to life by over 80 performers, including world renowned singers v ent e

6837. Call for showtimes and complete schedule. Tickets: $9; stu- a non-profit performing arts center dedicated to producing Michael Colliver and Daniela Tosic. ents dents & matinees $7.50; seniors & children $6. Classic, cutting- quality, family oriented theatrical productions. With admission, edge and world cinema with a different double feature almost stay for free to watch Amahl and the Night Visitors, a touching A CHRISTMAS STORY, Stoneham Theatre, 395 Main St., every day. Special events: Dec 9 at 7:30 p.m.—Memoirs of a Christmas story. Stoneham, 781-279-2200. Performances Wed & Thu at 7:30 Geisha, benefit preview with author Arthur Golden and producer p.m., Fri at 8 p.m., Sat at 4 and 8 p.m., Sun at 1 and 5 p.m.

curr Lucy Fisher, tickets: $20, $15 students. Dec 15 at 7:15 p.m.—It’s A CHRISTMAS CELTIC SOJOURN, Cutler Majestic Theatre at Tickets: $18–36. Student matinees Tue & Thu at 10 a.m., Tickets A Wonderful Life, special fundraising screening with introduction Emerson College, 219 Tremont St., 800-233-3123. Dec 16–18: $16. In this adaptation of the classic film, young Ralphie wants by Brattle staff and guests, tickets: $10; Dec 16—Wong Kar-Wai Fri and Sat at 8 p.m., Sun at 3 p.m. Tickets: $25-65. Top talent just one thing for Christmas: an official Red Ryder BB gun. But double feature: 2046 at 7:15 p.m., In the Mood for Love at 9:45 STEVE SWEENEY: The local comedian from around the Celtic world re-create the magic of an old- how can he get around his mother’s constant warning “You’ll p.m.; Dec 17 at 7:15 p.m.—Wong Kar-Wei’s Days of Being Wild. and former radio personality takes the world Christmas in the third season of the live version of Brian shoot your eye out”? His brilliant, all-out campaign twists in and stage at his Comedy Cafe in the Back Bay O’Donovan’s beloved public television special. Enjoy Irish super- out of other unforgettable Christmas adventures: the freezing COOLIDGE CORNER THEATRE, 290 Harvard Ave., Brookline, 617- December 15–17. Refer to listing, page 23. group Danú, Scottish guitarist Tony McManus, Celtic cellist flagpole, Dad’s leg lamp and the Christmas dinner that got away. 734-2500. Call for showtimes and complete schedule. Tickets: $8.50; members, seniors & children $5.50. This independent movie house screens recent indie films, as well as the classics. Now showing: Boys of Baraka. Special event: Dec 13 at 7:30 have 3D viewing capability. Now showing: The Polar Express; Wild p.m.—Open Screen, showing viewer-submitted films. Safari; Sharks 3D; Aliens of the Deep; Magnificent Desolation. THE HOLIDAY CLASSIC LIVE ON STAGE! HARVARD FILM ARCHIVE, Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, 24 Quincy St., Cambridge, 617-495-4700. Call for showtimes, HOLIDAY EVENTS “The cast is superb, the sets entrancing complete schedule and ticket prices. With over 300 films shown per year, HFA is one of the most active art cinemas in New AARDVARK JAZZ ORCHESTRA CHRISTMAS CONCERT, and the dancing exhilarating!”– San Francisco Chronicle England. Screenings include: Dec 7 at 9:15 p.m.—Six Degrees of Emmanuel Church, 15 Newbury St., Boston. 617-776-8778. Dec Separation; Dec 9 at 7 p.m.—An Evening with James Schamus; 18 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $15. The Aardvark Jazz Orchestra per- Dec 13 & 14 at 7 p.m.—Wings of Desire. forms Duke Ellington’s sacred music, including Almighty God Has Those Angels, It’s Freedom and Come Sunday, as well as rarities MUGAR OMNI THEATER, Museum of Science, 617-723-2500 or such as A Song for Christmas. All proceeds benefit the American 617-333-FILM. Call for showtimes and complete schedule. Tickets: Friends Service Committee. TELECHARGE.COM: $7.50; seniors $5.50; children (3–11) $6.50. Discounted admission for showtimes after 6 p.m. This IMAX theater presents larger- BLACK NATIVITY, Tremont Temple, Tremont and School streets, 800-447-7400 than-life images on a five-story high, domed screen. Now show- 617-585-6366. Performances through Dec 18: Fri at 8 p.m., or www.wangcenter.org ing: Antarctica; Coral Reef Adventure; Fighter Pilot; Special Effects. Sat at 3:30 and 8 p.m., Sun at 3:30 p.m. Tickets: $17.50–37.50. A gospel song-play, powerfully retelling Langston Hughes’ MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, 465 Huntington Ave., 617-267-9300. Christmas Story, offers a message of peace, joy and inspiration. Screenings Thu–Sun, call for showtimes and complete schedule. Visit wangcenter.org for a Video Preview! Tickets: $9; students & seniors $8. The Museum of Fine Arts’ Film BOSTON BAROQUE, New England Conservatory’s Jordan Hall, 30 Program has grown to become one of the nation’s finest Gainsborough St., 617-484-9200. Dec 16 & 17 at 8 p.m. Tickets: exhibitors of contemporary international cinema, restored classics $23–64. Boston Baroque’s annual performance of Handel’s A Wang Center Club Exclusive Attraction and premieres of American independent films. Dec 9–17—The Messiah unites the chorus and orchestra with soloists Tamara Call Toll-Free 877-232-8898 or www.wangcenter.org/club Joy of Life. Through Dec 18—Photographers on Film series: Dec Matthews, David Walker, Keith Jameson and Michael Dean. 8, 9 & 11—William Eggleston in the Real World; Dec 8 & 18— N 5- THE WANG THEATRE • BOSTON Ansel Adams: A Documentary Film. BOSTON HOLIDAY POPS, Symphony Hall, 301 Mass. Ave., OVEMBER 2 TM & © 2005 Paramount Pictures. The Estate of Irving Berlin. All rights reserved. TTY Ticket Orders: 888-889-8587 617-266-1200. Performances starting Dec 9: Mon, Tue & Fri at D 31 SIMONS IMAX THEATER, New England Aquarium, Central Wharf, 8 p.m., Sat & Sun at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Dec 10, 17 & 18 at ECEMBER WhiteChristmastheMusical.com 866-815-4629. Sun–Wed 9:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m.; Thu–Sat: 10 11 a.m. Tickets: $31–109. Boston’s beloved, world-renowned a.m.–9:30 p.m. Call for showtimes and complete schedule. Tickets: orchestra comes home for the holidays, with December con- $8.95; seniors & children (3–11) $6.95. This recent addition to the certs featuring performances of holiday favorites led by Pops ___ New England Aquarium is the first large-format theater in Boston to maestro Keith Lockhart and guest conductors. ___ 24 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 25

ENCHANTED VILLAGE, Hynes Convention Center, 900 PUPPET SHOWPLACE THEATRE, 32 Station St., Brookline, 617-731- was a starting place for legendary folk icons such as Joan Baez Boylston St., 617-954-2000. Open daily from 10 a.m.–7 p.m. 6400. The first puppetry center in New England presents the magical and Bob Dylan. Dec 7 & 8 at 8 p.m.—Christopher Williams, tick- Tickets: $1. The Enchanted Village is a magical recreation of world of puppet theater to a broad community, enlightening audi- ets: $15; Dec 9 at 8 p.m.—Kelly Joe Phelps with Paul Curreri, a turn-of-the century, Victorian-era village on a snowy ences of all ages. Tickets: $9.50. Dec 7 & 8 at 10:30 a.m.—Three tickets: $20; Dec 10 at 7 p.m.—Nerissa and Katryna Nields, Christmas Eve, complete with storefronts, brownstones, living Wishes & Other Tales; Dec 10 & 11 at 1 and 3 p.m.—Shoemaker tickets: $20; Dec 15 at 8 p.m.—Catie Curtis with Elana Arian, room displays and animated figures. The decades-old display and the Elves; Dec 17 & 18 at 1 and 3 p.m.—Rumplestiltskin. tickets: $20; Dec 18 at 6 and 9 p.m.—Jane Siberry, tickets: $30. was originally a holiday fixture of the Jordan Marsh depart-

ment store in Downtown Crossing and was taken over by the HARPERS FERRY, 156 Brighton Ave., Allston, 617-254-9743. curr city when the chain was bought by Macy’s in 1998. LIVE MUSIC Shows start at 8 p.m. Call for complete schedule. This club is renowned for showcasing local classic rock and rhythm ’n’ HOLIDAY FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS, Edaville Railroad, off Rte. 3 AVALON, 15 Lansdowne St., 617-262-2424. This popular blues cover bands. Dec 9—The Joshua Tree (U2 tribute band), South, 7 Eda Ave., Carver, 877-EDAVILLE. Mon–Thu from 4–9 nightclub hosts rock and pop music acts prior to evening tickets: $5; Dec 11—Close to Home, tickets: $5. ents

p.m., Fri from 4–10 p.m., Sat from 2–10 p.m. and Sun from dance nights with DJs. Dec 5 at 8 p.m.—Sinead O’Connor, ent e

v 2–9 p.m. Call for tickets and reservations. Board Edaville’s tickets: $35; Dec 7 at 8 p.m.—Iron & Wine with Calexico, THE MIDDLE EAST, 472 Mass. Ave., Cambridge, 617-864- heated passenger train and tour more than five miles of tickets: $20; Dec 8 at 7 p.m.—Sean Paul, tickets: $30; Dec EAST. Doors open at 8 p.m., show starts at 9 p.m. unless other- forests, lakes and cranberry bogs, filled to the hilt with ani- 10 at 7 p.m.—X with Juliana Hatfield, tickets: $20. wise noted. Call for complete schedule. Cover: $8–20. Whether mated displays and millions of Christmas lights. Children’s Upstairs, Downstairs or in the Corner, this entertainment club rides, concessions and a cranberry museum are among other AXIS, 13 Landsdowne St., 617-262-2437. Call for full sched- showcases the best alternative and indie rock bands in town.

activities offered. ule. This popular nightclub hosts rock, punk and alternative Dec 9—Sand Machine, The Gulf, Freighttrain and Medina Sod, v ent e

music acts prior to evening dance nights with DJs. Dec 12 at tickets: $10; Dec 11—Pretty Girls Make Graves, The Double ents HOLLY FAIR, Cambridge Center for Adult Education, 42 7 p.m.—P.O.D., tickets: $18; Dec 15 at 6 p.m.—From and Tangiers, tickets: $10; Dec 16—Gene Loves Jezebel with and 56 Brattle St., Cambridge, 617-547-6789. Dec 10 Autumn to Ashes with Emery and Biology, tickets: $15; Dec Incus, Fluttr Effect and DJ addambombb, tickets: $18; Dec from 10 a.m–5:30 p.m. and Dec 11 from noon–5 p.m. The 17 at 5:30 p.m.—Street Dogs, tickets: $14. 18—“Yule Ball,” with Harry and the Potters, Jason Anderson, Cambridge Center for Adult Education opens both its build- Tristan da Cunha, Draco & The Malfoys and others, tickets: $10.

curr ings for its 52nd annual Holly Fair, offering a wide variety of BERKLEE PERFORMANCE CENTER, 136 Massachusetts Ave., handmade treasures, stocking stuffers, ornaments, cards, 617-747-2261. Dec 9 at 8 p.m.—Jane Monheit, tickets: $26 ORPHEUM THEATRE, 1 Hamilton Place, 617-931-2000. The clothing and jewelry. PHOTO BY D AVID A LLEN & 36; Dec 15 at 8 p.m.—The Musical Box (Genesis tribute Orpheum opened in 1852 and was the sight of the first Boston WHITE CHRISTMAS: The classic songs of band), tickets: $25.50–40.50. Symphony Orchestra performances and lectures by Booker T. THE NUTCRACKER, Boston Ballet, The Opera House, 539 Irving Berlin form the framework of this holiday Washington and Ralph Waldo Emerson. Dec 6 at 7:30 p.m.—Clay Washington St., 617-931-2787. Performances Thu & Fri at musical based on the 1954 film playing at the CLUB PASSIM, 47 Palmer St., Cambridge, 617-492-7679. Call Aiken’s Joyful Noise Tour 2005, tickets: $49.50 & 68.50; Dec 7 7:30 p.m., Sat at 2 and 7:30 p.m., Sun at 1 and 5:30 p.m. Wang Theatre. Refer to listing, below. for full schedule. This intimate coffeehouse in Harvard Square at 7:30 p.m.—Fiona Apple with David Garza, tickets: $35 & 40. Tickets: $25–110. The beloved tradition premieres this season in the magnificent, newly restored Opera House. The 2005 version is customized for the Opera House stage and features a magical tale with the full Tchaikovsky Globe, this production fuses ballet, swing, hip hop, and score played by the Boston Ballet Orchestra, danced by urban tap with the classical score of Tchaikovsky and the If you haven't seen Blue Man Group, the entire Boston Ballet Company and children from Boston pulsating beat of Ellington. Experience the classical ballet Ballet School. of the Snow Queen juxtaposed with the raw energy of urban you haven't seen Boston! dance in a way that’s sure to leave the audience dancing THE NUTCRACKER, Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre, The out the doors. Sanctuary Theatre, 400 Harvard St., Cambridge, 617-354- 7467. Performances Thu & Fri at 7:30 p.m., Sat at 2 and WHITE CHRISTMAS, The Wang Theatre, 270 Tremont St., 7:30 p.m., Sun at 2 and 6 p.m. Tickets: $15–35. The Ballet 800-447-7400. Performances: Tue–Fri at 7:30 p.m., Sat at 2 Theatre presents 28 public performances of artistic director and 7:30 p.m., Sun at 1 and 7 p.m. Tickets: $22–78. This Jose Mateo’s The Nutcracker in keeping with its 18-year tra- new holiday spectacular tells the story of two showbiz bud- dition. With its acclaimed company of dancers and more than dies who put on a show in a magical Vermont inn and find 100 children performing as mice, soldiers, angels and more, their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter this Nutcracker is a delight. and the unforgettable songs of Irving Berlin, including the classic title tune, this show promises to be a merry and SOUTH END HOLIDAY MARKET, 500 Harrison Ave, 4th floor, bright theatrical experience for the whole family. Boston, 617-481-2257. Dec 9–11, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Free parking at 500 and 540 Harrison Ave. Over 130 artisans from around New England gather to sell their wearable art, jewel- KIDS CORNER ry, pottery, home decor and other unusual gifts. The galleries at 450 Harrison will also be open all weekend. Special event: BOSTON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM, Museum Wharf, 300 Dec 9 from 6–10 p.m.—Shopping evening benefiting the Congress St., 617-426-8855. Refer to listing in Museums. Washington Gallery, with a silent auction and holiday music. Daily organized activities in the Art Studio, Play Space and KidStage, such as music and movement, finger puppet mak- SPIRIT OF BOSTON HOLIDAY CRUISE, Commonwealth Pier, ing and kitchen science. Special events: Dec 9 & 16 from Gift certificates and complete holiday schedule available 617-748-1450. Dec 11 & 16 at noon. Call for prices and 5:30–8:30 p.m.—Spirit of the Season; Dec 17 at 11:15 a.m., at the Charles Playhouse and blueman.com! reservations. Tour Boston in a light-bedecked cruise ship and 1:15 and 2:30 p.m.—Critter Day: Rainforest Reptile Show. have lunch with Santa. Kids ride free with paying adult. REGULAR SCHEDULE CONTACT INFORMATION CHARLES PLAYHOUSE A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS, Coolidge Corner Theatre, URBAN NUTCRACKER, The Strand Theatre, 543 Columbia 290 Harvard Ave., Brookline, 617-734-2500. Dec 18 at 11 Wed+Thu 8, Fri 7, 617.931.2787 74 Warrenton Street Boston Road, Dorchester, 617-635-1408. Dec 10, 11 & 18 at 2 p.m. a.m. Tickets: $3. See a screning of the holiday favorite, part Sat 4,7+10, Sun 2+5 ticketmaster.com 1.800.BLUEMAN and Dec 17 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $15–35. Hailed as of the independent movie theatre’s Kids First! film series, co- Schedule subject to change. Info+Group Sales 617.426.6912 blueman.com ©BMP ___ “A joyous, daring fusion of the old and new” by The Boston presented by the Coalition for Quality Children’s Media. ___ 26 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 27 PARADISE ROCK CLUB, 967 Commonwealth Ave., 617-562- NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE unique cultural phenomenon that fuses faith with fashion is 8800. Call for complete schedule. An intimate setting with a Gilettte Stadium, One Patriot Place, Foxborough, 800-543-1776. based on the Regina Taylor’s acclaimed book and told through big sound, Paradise is one of Boston’s favorite rock clubs. Dec 17 at 1:30 p.m. vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers gospel music and personal reflection, interweaving faith, fam- All shows 18+ unless otherwise noted. Dec 9 at 9 p.m.— ily and the importance of style through generations. Railroad Earth with Honkytonk Homeslice, tickets: $15; Dec 10 at 9 p.m.—Mr. Brownstone with Heather, tickets: THEATER MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL, Stuart Street Playhouse, $14; Dec 14 at 8 p.m.—Living Colour with Daniella Cotton, Radisson Hotel, 200 Stuart St., 800-447-7400.

tickets: $20. APOCALYPSO!, Rough & Tumble Theatre, Rehearsal Hall A, Performances: Wed–Fri at 8 p.m., Sat & Sun at 2 and 5 p.m. curr Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts, 527 Tickets: $42.50. This hilarious celebration of women and “the PIANO LOUNGE, Hampshire House, 84 Beacon St., 617- Tremont St., 617-933-8600. Performances through Dec 17: change” starts with four ladies at a Bloomingdale’s lingerie 227-9600. Wed–Sat, from 9 p.m.–midnight, tickets: $5 Thu–Sat at 8 p.m., Sun at 3 p.m. Tickets: $12–15. An off- sale who bond over their menopausal ailments—memory Wed, $10 Thu, $15 Fri and $20 Sat. Broadway favorites beat, loving story of the holidays: parties, presents, friends, loss, brain skips, hot flashes, night sweats, not enough sex, ents

and other classic songs performed by pianist/vocalist family, barflies, crippling depression and feelings of inade- too much sex and more. The joyful musical parodies 28 clas- ent e

v Bobby Wetherbee. quacy, plus the end of the world, all from the team that sic Baby Boomer songs. brought you Backwater: A Movie-Play. SCULLERS JAZZ CLUB, DoubleTree Guest Suites Hotel, PROMISES, PROMISES, Animus Ensemble, Roberts Studio, 400 Soldiers Field Road, 617-562-4111. Showtimes: BLUE MAN GROUP, Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts, 527 Tue–Thu at 8 and 10 p.m., Fri & Sat at 8 and 10:30 p.m., 617-931-2787 or 617-426-6912. Performances: Wed & Thu Tremont St., 617-933-8600. Performances beginning Dec 9:

Sun at 7 and 9 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Combination at 8 p.m., Fri at 7 p.m., Sat at 4, 7 and 10 p.m., Sun at 2 and Fri and Sat at 8 p.m., Sun at 4 p.m. (Dec 18 at 2 p.m.), Wed v ent e

tickets include dinner and show. Dec 6—George Russell 5 p.m. Tickets: $46–56. This giddily subversive off-Broadway and Thu at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $38.50. Burt Bacharach’s ents Jr., tickets: $15, $55 with dinner; Dec 7—Bobbi Carrey and hit features three muted, blue-painted performers who spoof brassy score propels the story of Chuck Baxter, a romantic Will McMillan present In Good Company, tickets: $18, $58 both contemporary art and modern technology through wry with executive ambitions who finds promotions often easier to with dinner. commentary and bemusing antics. The show has been win than the girl. This Tony Award-winning Neil Simon musical updated to include new performance pieces, new music and deals with everyday pitfalls like navigating the office party,

curr TD BANKNORTH GARDEN, 100 Legends Way (Causeway alterations to the sound and lighting design. climbing the corporate ladder and listening to your heart. Street), 617-624-1000. The former FleetCenter not only PHOTO BY S USAN W ILSON hosts Celtics and Bruins home games, but is the premier BOSTON TEA PARTY REENACTMENT: CROWNS, Lyric Stage Company, 140 Clarendon St., 617-437- RED ELM, Playwrights’ Theatre at Boston University, 949 indoor concert arena for the city of Boston. Dec 5 at 7:30 The Old South Meeting House hosts the 7172. Performances: Wed & Thu at 7:30 p.m., Fri at 8 p.m., Commonwealth Ave., 617-358-PLAY. Performances: Thu at p.m.—U2, tickets: $49.50–165; Dec 9 & 10 at 7:30 p.m.— annual event, which re-creates the seminal Sat at 4 and 8 p.m., Sun at 3 p.m. Tickets: $20–45. This 7:30 p.m., Fri and Sat at 8 p.m., Sun at 2 p.m. Tickets: $25. Bon Jovi, tickets: $49.50–95; Dec 15 at 7 p.m.—Dave event leading to the American Revolution. Boston premiere is a joyous celebration of African-American Bequeathing the family farm and business is no small job. Matthews Band with Mike Doughty’s Band, tickets: $52.50; Refer to listing, below. women and their church hats. This soul-stirring tribute to the Big Jack plays a game of cat and mouse to see which son Dec 17 at 7:30 p.m.—Mannheim Steamroller, tickets: $30–150.

TOP OF THE HUB, Prudential Tower, 52nd floor, 617-536- BOSTON TEA PARTY REENACTMENT, Old South Meeting 1775. Enjoy food, drink and the best view in Boston as you House, 310 Washington St., 617-482-6439. Dec 11 at 5:30 swing to live jazz and classics from the Great American p.m. Tickets: $5, free for those in colonial attire. Participate in Songbook. Dec 5, 11, 12 & 18 at 8 p.m.—Marty Ballou Trio; this spirited re-enactment of the debate that led to the Dec 6–8, 13–15 at 8:30—Chris Taylor Trio; Dec 9 & 10, 16 Boston Tea Party 232 years ago, as “protesters” rally against & 17 at 9 p.m.—Chris Taylor Quartet; Dec 11 & 18 at the tea tax at the Old South Meeting House—the site of the noon—Lee Childs Group. original protest on December 14, 1773. A fife and drums concert concludes the debate.

OPERA 12TH ANNUAL ARTISTS’ MARKET, DeCordova Museum, 51 Sandy Pond Rd., Lincoln, 781-259-8692. Mon–Thu 9:30 LITTLE WOMEN, New England Conservatory Opera a.m.–9:30 p.m.; Fri & Sat 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Sun 11:30 Theater, Cutler Majestic Theatre at Emerson College, 219 a.m.–5:30 p.m. This holiday sales event showcases jewelry, Tremont St., 800-233-3123. Performances Dec 9–11: Fri pottery, glass, frames, creative children’s toys and paper & Sat at 8 p.m., Sun at 3 p.m. Tickets: $15. Mark Adamo’s goods by the region’s best artisans. opera based on Concord author Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel has been enchanting audiences since its 1998 WWE RAW, TD Banknorth Garden, 100 Legends Way, 617- Houston Grand Opera premiere and 2001 PBS “Great 931-2000. Dec 12 at 7:45 p.m. Tickets: $20–45. Wrestling Performances” telecast. This Boston premiere features a stars including Triple H, Ric Flair, Shawn Michaels, Trish full orchestra, sets and costumes, as well as NEC’s Stratus and WWE Champion John Cena arrive in Boston to student singers. do battle on live TV for WWE Raw supremacy.

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and 8 p.m., Sun at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $15–74. Love lies GO BOSTON CARD, Available at Bostix locations at Faneuil Hall clubs & bar deep and untapped in the Prozorov girls, until a garrison Marketplace and Copley Square and at the Visitor Information CASK ’N FLAGON, 62 Brookline Ave, 617-536-4840. arrives in their remote town. Can the newcomers bring the Center on Boston Common, 617-742-5950. Cards can be pur- Sun–Wed 11:30–1 a.m., Thu–Sat ’til 2 a.m. A hangout for sisters the happiness they crave in this adaptation of the chased in one, two, three, five and seven day increments, and Red Sox fans since the days of Yastrzemski and Fisk, this

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curr 811-4111. Performances beginning Dec 15: Thu–Sat at TRANSPORTATION video games. 7:30 p.m., Sun at 2 p.m. Tickets: $23-40. This comedy of mischief, madness and merry-making tells the story of Viola, BOSTON TOWN CAR, 617-782-4000. Downtown to Logan: CHEERS, 84 Beacon St., 617-227-9605. Also: Faneuil Hall one of Shakespeare’s most delightful heroines, who must $20; Back Bay to Logan: $25. Lincoln Town Car executive Marketplace. Known as the model for the late sitcom, this BOSTON BILLIARD CLUB: One of the most disguise herself as a boy. Mistaken identities, unrequited love sedans available at reasonable rates. Professional, courteous Back Bay pub is one of the top tourist attractions in popular pool halls in the city, Boston Billiards is s and the pursuit of happiness abound, leavened with music drivers for tours, airport, getting around town and long dis- Boston. Live weekend entertainment. located right down the street from Fenway Park. and the occasional sharp edge. tance runs. All major credit cards accepted. Refer to listing, page 32. DAISY BUCHANAN’S, 240 Newbury St., 617-247-8516. Daily 11:30 a.m.–2 a.m. No cover. Cash only. Located on Boston’s hopping Newbury Street, this casual singles spot boston ballet attracts college students, businessmen and women, and TOP OF THE HUB, 800 Boylston St., 617-536-1775. Listen even the occasional professional athlete, and remains one of to the sounds of live jazz seven nights a week while experi- MIKKO NISSINEN Artistic Director the city’s most popular bars. Full kitchen serves pub-style encing the breathtaking view atop Boston’s Prudential Center. food seven nights a week. Featuring a midnight menu, Sun–Wed ’til 1 a.m.; Thu–Sat ’til 2 a.m. BOSTON’S DICK’S LAST RESORT, Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall HOLIDAY Marketplace, 617-267-8080. Live music seven nights a week. No cover, no dress code and certainly no class. NIGHTCLUBS Family Seventy-four kinds of beer for the novice or serious sudster, and a full bar for the hardcore. This restaurant (of sorts) fea- THE ALLEY, One Boylston Place, 617-351-7000. Thu–Sat PresentedPresented byby TRADITION! tures buckets of messy ribs, shrimp, lobster, chicken, catfish 10 p.m.–2 a.m. Cover: $5–10. Located in the famous and crab legs. Boylston Street alleyway, this one-stop nightspot includes the Big Easy Bar, The Alley Cat, Sweetwater Cafe and the Liquor JULIEN BAR, Langham Hotel, 250 Franklin St., 617-451- Store, where you can ride Boston’s only mechanical bull. THROUGH DEC 30 DUE TO DEMAND 1900. Enjoy cocktails and piano entertainment in this historic Party Mardi Gras-style on Boston’s version of Bourbon Street. lounge, voted Boston’s “Best Fancy Bar.” Mon–Sat from 4 SHOWS ADDED! 5–11:30 p.m.—Dance to the rhythm of pianist Jeffrey ARIA, 246 Tremont St., 617-338-7080. Tue–Sun 11 p.m.– Call TODAY! Moore. Sun from 11 a.m.–3 p.m.—Sunday Jazz Brunch in 2 a.m. Cover: $5–15. Call for age restrictions. Located in the Great seats available! Café Fleuri. No cover. basement of the Wilbur Theatre, this nightspot features chic decor with plush red couches and dance music—from TICKETMASTER.COM ? ? ? ? ? ? THE OAK BAR, Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel, 138 St. James International to House. Dress to impress. 617.931.2787 Ave., Copley Square, 617-267-5300. A favorite among the NUT38 Dec 15 Noon* fine scotch and cigar crowd, The Oak Bar is a Boston favorite AVALON, 15 Lansdowne St., 617-262-2424. Thu–Sun 10 GROUP SAVINGS! NUT39 Dec 23 2:00pm for upscale lounging. Tue–Thu 8 p.m.–midnight and Fri & Sat p.m.–2 a.m. Cover: $10–20. 19+ on Thu & Fri; 21+ on Sat & 617.456.6343 NUT40 Dec 26 2:00pm 8:30 p.m.–12:20 a.m.—Diane Fischer performs. No cover. Sun. One of Boston’s premier nightclubs featuring Euro and Top 40 dance nights. It’s also the city’s largest club venue for THE OPERA HOUSE NUT41 Dec 26 7:30pm THE PURPLE SHAMROCK, 1 Union St., 617-227-2060. live music acts. Thu—Hip-hop night; Fri—renowned DJs *Special Group Discounts Located on the Freedom Trail, The Purple Shamrock offers an from around the world at Avaland; Sat—Tease with DJ BOX OFFICE escape from the nearby activity of Quincy Market. Menu Adilson; Sun—Gay Night. Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm items include burgers, sandwiches, hearty pastas, fresh seafood, tender steaks and more. After dark, The Purple AXIS, 13 Lansdowne St., 617-262-2437. Mon & Thu–Sun 10 www.bostonballet.org Shamrock has nightly entertainment, including a mix of live p.m.–2 a.m. Cover: $5–20. 19+. Mon—Static, gay night; ___ music, karaoke and DJs. 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Enjoy Sunday brunch with Enjoy Sunday Reservations recommended. your choice of an Omni film and parking when available. www.internationalposter.com www.internationalposter.com Seatings at 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. Seatings at 11 a.m. & Take your brain Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun noon–6 p.m. Mon–Sat 10 World Leading Collection World Visit www.mos.org or call 617-723-2500. www.mos.org Visit of Original Vintage Posters . the s Birds, Mon–Fri Mon–Fri y art, Special The Relive 26 Oxford St., vid Sibley’ beginning Da Designed by James 20 Ames St., 617-253- Exhibits interpret themes Student Art Association American masterpieces American masterpieces Among the museum’s 17 Among the museum’s Special exhibits:Special Extra wcases for contemporar Special exhibits: Quincy and Broadway streets, and Broadway Quincy 200 Lexington Road, Concord, 978- Quincy and Broadway streets,Quincy 617-495- 265 Mass. Ave., 617-253-4444. phy, Robots and The Light Fantastic; Sat & Sun noon–5 p.m. Admission: $5; stu- Ages to the present and hosts concerts Ages to the present Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $7.50; Tours: at 11 a.m.; see Busch- Mon–Fri Together, featuring photographs, video and s premier sho wthorne. ell y European Ceramics Painting; Painting; y European Ceramics Mon–Sun 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $8; seniors & rench drawings & paintings from Harvard’s from 9 a.m.–5 p.m.— F Art Market ours: at 2 p.m.; see Busch-Reisinger Mon–Fri — seniors & youth (5–18) $2. Tue–Sun noon–6 p.m.; Fri ’til 8 p.m. noon–6 p.m.; Fri Tue–Sun admission Free T ture and science at Harvard; Climate Change, Our ything F 9400. and ideas related to MIT research and activities. Ongoing exhibits: Mind and Hand: The Making of MIT Scientists and Engineers; Flashes of Inspiration: of Harold Work The Edgerton; Hologra Beyond, Gestural Artificial Intelligence at MIT; Exploring Engineering,Arthur Ganson. the sculpture of Special events: Museum for hours and admission fees. museum displays European and museum displays from the Middle and guided tours. exhibits: Special Art at Harvard; American 18th Centur exhibits: Evocative Creatures: Animal Motifs and Symbols in Art; Silver and Shawls:Asian East India, Europe and the Colonial Stirling, famous post-modernist architect, Britain’s the muse- um houses ancient Oriental and Islamic collections. 4680. BEYOND BOSTON BEYOND CONCORD MUSEUM, 369-9763. HARVARD MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY, MUSEUM OF NATURAL HARVARD CENTER, MIT LIST VISUAL ARTS THE MIT MUSEUM, Dec 7 & 8 SACKLER MUSEUM, on German-speaking countries. on German-speaking Ordinary Every Day, at The Bauhaus the Busch-Reisinger; Stratification, an installation 1960. of works since MUSEUM, FOGG ART Dunlop Collection. Reisinger Museum for hours and admission fees. Reisinger Museum children (3–18) $5; free Sun college students & seniors $6; 3–5 p.m. Wed 9 a.m.–noon and students with I.D. $7; children (6–17) $5; family rates avail- able.Turnpike. Ample free parking on Cambridge Dec 17 Ceramics Sale. film installations by the German-born artist. One of Boston’ 10 a.m.–5 p.m., dents, 617-495-3045. Concord’s history,Concord’s American habitation and from Native European settlement to the days of Emerson, Thoreau, the Alcotts and Ha galleries is the internationally acclaimed Ware Collection of Ware galleries is the internationally acclaimed Blaschka Glass Models of Plants, a unique collection of over 3,000 glass flower models created between 1886 and 1936. Special exhibits: Dodos, and Meteorites, Trilobites Treasures of na Global Experiment. 617-495-9400. List Center reflects MIT’s position as a cutting-edge research position as a cutting-edge List Center reflects MIT’s leading con- institution by presenting works from the world’s temporary artists. Special exhibit: Christian Jankowski: Ever 50 original watercolors by the gifted illustrator; Family Trees: 50 original watercolors by the gifted illustrator; Family A Literature. Celebration of Children’s ree F The ard, , 2000 Y children vy FFECT E wn Na A museum devoted $6; seniors & es the exhibit ATRIX The Sports Museum Charlesto M Werner Otto Hall,Werner 32 Quincy pen daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. O HE s sleeping quarters and virtually Refer to listing, page 35. T Admission: in battle. y featur vard, or Kendall squares. Central $6.50; seniors & college students $5; FROM , Open daily 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission on the y out a sailor’ call ahead. Constitution tr 617-426-1812. The museum preserves the treasures of “Old The museum preserves the treasures of lude the Boston Bruins Hall of Fame portraits,lude the Boston Bruins Hall of Fame the Admission: ” the U.S. oldest flagship and the world’s Navy’s wn, veling to Har , until 3 p.m.TD Hours altered during Banknorth a CONSTITUTION MUSEUM, ANKOWSKI J Everything Fell Together, the first large-scale Everything Fell Together, survey of the work of German conceptual artist Christian Jankowski. Cambridge galler MIT LIST VISUAL ARTS CENTER: MIT LIST VISUAL ARTS t 1 p.m. The Cambridge Discovery Booth located at the Harvard “T” Square additional information. provides entrance Charlesto to Central and Northern European artists, with an emphasis showcases New England’s rich sports heritage through an showcases New England’s unparalleled collection of artifacts, multimedia and artwork. Exhibits inc Box,Boston Garden Penalty Olympic Heroes New England’s and much more. command the BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM, Open Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun 1–5 p.m. Tours: Mon–Fri a children (under 18) free; free Sat 10 a.m. U.S.S. Ironsides, commissioned warship. weapons, Includes documents, jour- nals and more. Interactive exhibits allow visitors to load and fire a cannon, CAMBRIDGE Due to limited parking, the Red Line it is best to take when tr hour only Garden events, (6–17) $4; children (under 6) free. St.Art Museum), (enter through the Fogg 617-495-9400. admission. 617-624-1234. HRISTIAN ; Open A : C Mon–Fri Showing 140 African Open $2 discount; At the Mugar ABOVE . wings; it also At the Wright 3D At the This museum is Interactive science 5th and 6th floor pre- Housed in the former Dust and Dreams; AN HISTORY, Modelling the Mosaic The museum houses an out- Boston College, Boston est, prints, sculptures, furnishings ri after 5 p.m., vailable. W prints and dra T, ticketed separately: $20, $18 Walnut Ave.,Walnut Roxbury, 617-442- 465 Huntington Ave.,465 Huntington 617-267- ri at 12:30 p.m. F y of Boston’s 19th-century African- 19th-century y of Boston’s Science Park, 617-723-2500. Thu & F t the African Meeting House,t the the old- 300 Dinosaurs: American Far, Away: Far The Worlds of Star Wars; , in HistoryWar and the Russo-Japanese ar W Antarctica; Fighter Pilot; Special Effects.Antarctica; Fighter Refer Asia; t–Tue 10 a.m.–4:45 p.m.,t–Tue 10 Wed–Fri ludes two visits in a 10-day period): $15; college African artifacts, Mars!; Bugs! $17 children; AN ARTISTS, t 10 a.m.–4 p.m. admission; donations wel- Free Explore the histor Open Tue–Sun 1–5 p.m.; by appointment for groups. Tue–Sun Open Open Sa y tours held every 617-725-0022. www.afroammuseum.org.

Playing by the Rules: Fish, and Fireflies Fads at the Planetarium: Countdown to Supernova; The Sky Tonight. The Sky CountdownSupernova; to Theater: Wed after 4 p.m.,Wed pay as you wish; children (under 18) $6.50 on weekdays before 3 p.m., free at all other times. Separate ticketing for Gund Gallery exhibit. daily from 9 a.m.–5 p.m.,p.m. ’til 9 Fri Admission: $14; sen- iors $12; children (3–11) $11; children (under 3) free. Planetarium, laser show and Omni theater tickets: $8.50; seniors $7.50; children (3–11) $6.50. Combination ticket prices and evening discounts a hosts national and international traveling exhibits. Special exhibits:With Fabric, The Beaded Prayers Project; Painting quilts by Michelle David. Oak Bend Mansion,structure built in the early a neo-Gothic 1870s, archive and an extensive this museum holds a slide collection of Mon–Sa come. American community a African-American church still standing in the United est States. In addition, there are tour maps available for the Trail.Black Heritage Special exhibit:Thunder: of Words Abolition,Ambassadors of William Lloyd Garrison and the cel- ebrating the life, famed achievements and challenges of William Lloyd Garrison. Boston abolitionist 11 a.m.–4 p.m.,11 a.m.–4 Sat noon–5 p.m. & Sun admission. Free 8614. Admission: $3. $4; students & seniors a.m.–9:45 p.m. after 5 p.m., (Thu & Fri west wing only). Admission (inc students & seniors $13; PANORAMA SPORTS MUSEUM OF NEW ENGLAND, SPORTS to Film listings in Currently for complete schedule. to Film exhibits, plus laser and astronomy shows in the Charles Hayden Planetarium. Special exhibits:Wars: Star Where Science Meets Imagination, MUSEUM OF SCIENCE, MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, THE MUSEUM OF THE NATIONAL CENTER OF AFRO- THE MUSEUM OF THE NATIONAL AMERIC THE MUSEUM OF AFRO-AMERIC THE MUSEUM MCMULLEN MUSEUM OF AR MUSEUM MCMULLEN Galler Meeting House, Joy 46 St. Court), (corner of Smith Beacon Hill, standing collection of paintings, and other artwork from ancient times through the present, and Asiatic art in the boasts the most comprehensive collection of world. Special exhibits: of the Silk Road, Sounds musical instruments of lauded for presenting interdisciplinarylauded for presenting exhibits that spark and renownednew questions for its European, Asian and American collections. 9300. Commonwealth Ave.,Commonwealth Chestnut Hill, 617-552-8100. mium seatinglevels, TD Banknorth Garden, Causeway Street, Much Recorded Imagery; Ansel Adams, American photographer. seniors, Omni Theater:

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___ 34 DECORDOVA MUSEUM AND SCULPTURE PARK, 51 Sandy L’ATTITUDE GALLERY, 218 Newbury St., 617-927-4400. PHOTOGRAPHIC RESOURCE CENTER, Boston University, Pond Road, Lincoln, 781-259-8355. Admission: $9; seniors, Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun & Mon noon–5 p.m. Features 832 Commonwealth Ave., 617-353-0700. Tue, Wed, & Fri students & children (6–12) $6. Sculpture Park: open sunrise contemporary sculpture, crafts and art for the home, garden 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sat & Sun noon–5 p.m. to sunset, free admission. Tour one of the largest contempo- and commercial environments. The gallery also boasts an Admission: $3. PRC exhibitions and educational programs are rary art museums and the only permanent public sculpture outdoor sculpture garden. Over 75 U.S. and international guided by a philosophical inquiry into the intersection of park in New England. Special exhibits: Killing Ground, artists are represented in various mediums, including glass, photography with other aesthetic, professional and critical Photographs of the Civil War and the Changing American ceramics, wood, stone, mixed media and textiles. Special discourses. Special exhibit: Group Portrait. Landscape by John Huddleston; Zeno’s Paradox, by Robert exhibit: Off the Wall: New works by Gail Taylor, Bernice Koff, Arnold; Saga, the Journey of Arno Rafael Minkkinen, and Paula DeSimone. PUCKER GALLERY, 171 Newbury St., 617-267-9473. Photographs 1970–2005. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Sun 1–5 p.m. Features work by MILLS GALLERY, Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont Israeli, American and internationally known contemporary NATIONAL HERITAGE MUSEUM, 33 Marrett Road, Lexington, St., 617-426-8835. Wed & Thu noon–5 p.m., Fri & Sat artists. The Boston Phoenix writes, “You can make a case for 781-861-6559. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun noon–5 p.m. noon–10 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. The BCA presents exciting the Pucker Gallery as Boston’s best gallery—though it’s real- Free admission. Devoted to presenting exhibitions on contemporary works by established and emerging local, ly more like a wonderful miniature museum.” Special exhibit: American history and popular culture as a way of preserving regional, national and international visual artists, mounting Gerald Garston, A Good Life in Your Eyes our national heritage. Special exhibits: Blue Monday, Doing approximately six large-scale exhibitions in the 2,200 square Laundry in America; Teenage Hobos in the Great Depression, foot Mills Gallery each year. Special exhibit: The 19th SOCIETY OF ARTS AND CRAFTS, 175 Newbury St., 617- Materials from the Uys Family Collection; September 11, Drawing Show, artists create wall drawings for the gallery. 266-1810. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun noon–5 p.m. The Bearing Witness to History; through Dec 11—Old Glory, July oldest non-profit crafts organization in the country special- 1942 Magazine Covers. NIELSEN GALLERY, 179 Newbury St., 617-266-4835. izes in contemporary American crafts. The jewelry, furniture, Tue–Sat 10 a.m.– 5:30 p.m. Renowned for its fine collection glass and ceramics range from cutting edge to traditional, PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM, East India Square, Salem, 866- of contemporary paintings, drawings and sculptures. Special from functional to sculptural. Special exhibit: Artcessorize, 745-1876. Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $13; seniors exhibit: beginning Dec 10—John Imber. featuring 25 artists who create funky, eclectic and innovative

$11; students $9; children (16 and under) free. The nation’s jewelry, scarves, belts, hats, shoes and other accessories. m oldest continually operating museum boasts a brand-new PEPPER GALLERY, 38 Newbury St., 617-236-4495. Tue–Fri

wing with a 190-seat auditorium and a glass-covered atrium. 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Sat 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Committed to pre- VOSE GALLERIES, 238 Newbury St., 617-536-6176. Mon–Fri useums & g The collection showcases African, Asian, Pacific Island and D ONALD B RUN, R HEINBRÜCKE, BASEL, C . 1955 senting contemporary representational and abstract works by 8:30 a.m.– 5:30 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Established in American folk and decorative art; a maritime collection dat- INTERNATIONAL POSTER GALLERY: The living artists, the gallery rotates its exhibitions every five 1841, Vose Galleries—the oldest family-owned art gallery in ing back to the museum’s earliest days; and the first collec- Newbury Street gallery features its holiday- weeks to represent different members of the artistic commu- the United States—specializes in American artists from the tion of Native American art in the hemisphere. Special themed Deco the Halls! exhibit from December nity, both established and up-and-coming. Special exhibit: 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries. Their new contemporary exhibits: All of My Life, contemporary works by Native 1 to January 15. Refer to listing, below. Sidney Hurwitz: Pastels. wing, expanding the collection to living artists, opened in 2001. American artists; Air Lines; Taj Mahal, the Building of a alleries Legend; The Artful Teapot; Yin Yu Tang, the 16-bedroom home of a prosperous Chinese merchant of the Qing Dynasty (1644–1911), ticketed separately: $4. Pediatric/Family AIDS Project; through Dec 7—Jeff Perrott: Nature of Things. THE ROSE ART MUSEUM, Brandeis University, 415 South St., Waltham, 781-736-3434. Tue–Sun noon–5 p.m. Admission: BOSTON SCULPTORS GALLERY, 486 Harrison Ave., 617-

$3; museum members and children (under 16) free. The 482-7781. Tue–Sat 11 a.m.–6 p.m. A sculptors’ cooperative alleries Rose boasts a collection of modern and contemporary art by that has served as an alternative venue for innovative solo artists including de Kooning, Rauschenberg and Warhol. sculpture exhibitions since 1992. Special exhibits: “Post” and After, Contemporary Art from the Brandeis University Collection; through Dec 11—Monsters BROMFIELD ART GALLERY, 27 Thayer St., 617-451-3605. of Paradise, works by Fred Tomaselli; Alvin Lucier: Chambers. Wed–Sat noon–5 p.m. Boston’s oldest artist-run gallery fea- tures shows by members of the cooperative, while exhibi-

useums & g 1 SALEM WITCH MUSEUM, 19 /2 Washington Square North, tions by visiting artists are selected by current members. Salem, 978-744-1692. Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: m $6.50; seniors $6; children (6–14) $4.50. Life-size stage set- CHILDS GALLERY, 169 Newbury St., 617-266-1108. Tue–Fri tings and historically accurate narration recreate the hysteria 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; Mon & Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m. The longest-run- of the Salem Witch Trials and executions of 1692. ning of the commercial Newbury Street galleries, Childs has Translations available in Japanese, French, German, Italian one of the largest inventories of oil paintings, drawings, and Spanish. Special exhibit: Witches, Evolving Perceptions. watercolors, prints and sculpture in the United States. Special exhibits: 19th Century American Landscapes; Mezzotints by Laurent Schkolnyk; On the Move, Transportation in Art. GALLERIES HOWARD YEZERSKI GALLERY, 14 Newbury St., 3rd Floor, ARDEN GALLERY, 129 Newbury St., 617-247-0610. Mon–Sat 617-262-0550. Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Features con- 11 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Arden specializes in contemporary oil paint- temporary art, including photography, sculpture and prints. ings and sculpture by nationally and internationally renowned Special exhibits: Rhona Bitner, Photographs from the Stage artists, whose styles range from super realism to abstraction. Series; Susan Jane Belton, Coffee Cup Paintings.

BARBARA KRAKOW GALLERY, 10 Newbury St., 617-262- INTERNATIONAL POSTER GALLERY, 205 Newbury St., 4490. Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. The Barbara Krakow 617-375-0076. www.internationalposter.com. Mon–Sat 10 Gallery attracts top contemporary artists from around the a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun noon–6 p.m. This internationally recog- world, showcasing work that focuses on minimalism and nized fine art poster gallery displays original vintage posters conceptualism. Special exhibits: Anything but Paper Prayers, from the 1890s through to post-World War II modern mas- ___ The Annual AIDS Benefit for African AIDS Alliance and Boston ters. Special exhibit: Deco the Halls, a holiday poster show. ___ 36 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 37 CAMBRIDGE A A CHARLESTOWN A & SOMERVILLE •

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Boston Tea Party Ship & Museum J12 105 Shubert Theatre J9 Hyatt Harborside Hotel H15 set. Free admission. Visitor Center open Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–4 sightseeing Boston University G2 Sightseeing boats G13 Hyatt Regency Boston, Financial District H10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Sun noon–4 p.m. This 265-acre Bunker Hill Monument B9 Simmons College K3 156 John Hancock Conference Center H7 tree sanctuary designed by Emerald Necklace architect Bunker Hill Pavilion (Charlestown map) C10 South Station Information Center J11 157 Jurys Boston H8 Frederick Law Olmsted opened in 1872. Now a National of more than five million books. Film festivals, exhibits and Central Burying Ground H9 State House G9 Langham Hotel, Boston G11 Charles Playhouse J9 Suffolk University F9 158 Historic Landmark, the arboretum and its gardens contain children’s programs run throughout the year. La Quinta Inn Boston/Somerville A7 more than 7,000 varieties of trees, shrubs and flowers, all Charlestown Navy Yard (Charlestown map) C11 Symphony Hall J5 159 Lenox Hotel H6 Cheers Bar G8 TD Banknorth Garden E10 116 Marriott Courtyard H7 labeled for your perusal. BUNKER HILL PAVILION, Boston National Historical Park Children’s Museum J12 106 Tip O’Neill Building E9 160 Marriott’s Custom House G12 Visitors Center, Charlestown, 617-242-5601. Located yards Christian Science Center J5 107 Transportation Building H9 Marriott Quincy L9 BOSTON ATHENAEUM, 10 1/2 Beacon St., 617-227-0270. from the U.S.S. Constitution. Visitor center and bookstore Christopher Columbus Park F12 Trinity Church G7 161 The Midtown Hotel J6 Member hours: Tue–Fri 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Mon 8:30 open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Monument open daily from 9 Citgo sign G3 USS Constitution (Charlestown map) D10 Millennium Bostonian Hotel F11 Colonial Theatre H9 USS Constitution Museum D10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Public tours: Tue & Thu at a.m.–4:30 p.m. Free admission. Check out “Whites of Their Milner Hotel H9 3 p.m. Reservations required. One of the oldest and most Eyes,” a dramatic multimedia presentation of the Battle of Conference Center at Harvard Medical J2 108 Wang Center for the Performing Arts J9 162 NINE ZERO Hotel G10 Copley Place J7 109 Wheelock College J2 163 Omni Parker House G10 distinguished private libraries in the United States, the Bunker Hill, one of the first major battles of the Revolution. Copley Square H7 Wilbur Theatre J9 Onyx Hotel E10 Athenaeum was founded in 1807. For nearly half a century, Or climb the nearby Bunker Hill Monument, a 221-foot Copley Theatre H7 World Trade Center J14 Radisson Hotel H8 it was the unchallenged center of intellectual life in Boston, granite obelisk. Copps Hill Burial Ground E11 110 Zoo New England/Franklin Park Zoo L6 164 Ramada Inn Boston L9 and by 1851 it had become one of the five largest libraries Custom House Tower G12 111 CAMBRIDGE MAP Residence Inn by Marriott on Tudor Wharf D10 in the country. CUSTOM HOUSE TOWER, 3 McKinley Square, 617-310- Cutlter Majestic Theatre H9 Ritz Carlton Boston Common H10 Downtown Crossing H10 Cambridge City Hall C4 Ritz Carlton Hotel G8 6300. Free historical tours offered Mon–Thu 10 a.m. and 4 Emerald Necklace J1-J11 CambridgeSide Galleria D7 Seaport Hotel K14 BOSTON PUBLIC GARDEN, bordered by Arlington, Charles, p.m., Fri & Sat 4 p.m. Tours may be cancelled due to weather Emerson College H9 112 Harvard Art Museums-Fogg/Sackler B3 165 Sheraton Boston H6 Beacon and Boylston streets. Open daily dawn to dusk. conditions, call ahead. Boston’s first skyscraper, the Custom Emmanuel College J2 113 Harvard Museum of Natural HistoryA3166 Tremont House J9 Established in 1837, the Public Garden is the nation’s first House stands high over Boston Harbor as one of the city’s Exchange Conference Ctr. J15 114 Harvard Square B2 Westin Hotel/Copley Plaza J7 Faneuil Hall G11 Harvard University B2 public botanical garden. Its 24 acres are filled with scenic and most impressive landmarks. Crowned by its distinctive clock Wyndham Boston Hotel G12 diverse greenery, as well as sculptures, including one that tower and restored with modern luxuries, the building epito- Fenway Park H3 MIT E5 Wyndham Chelsea A12 Freedom Trail • • • • • G9 117 commemorates the popular children’s book Make Way for mizes the preservation of Boston’s historic architecture. Government Center G10 HEALTHCARE CAMBRIDGE LODGING Ducklings. Other fixtures include the Lagoon, home to the Today, the Marriott Corporation operates this landmark. Granary Burial Ground G10 118 Beth Israel Deaconess Med. Ctr.J2180 Charles Hotel B1 famed Swan Boats from April through Labor Day, and a sus- Hatch Memorial Shell F7 Boston Medical Center L8 181 maps Hampton Inn/Cambridge C7 pension bridge designed as a miniature replica of the EMERALD NECKLACE, parks throughout Boston, 617-232- Haymarket (Open-air market) F11 Brigham & Women’s Hosp. K1 182 Harvard Square Hotel B1 Horticultural Hall J5 119 Children’s Hospital K2 183 Brooklyn Bridge. 5374. Free guided tours by appointment only. This world- Hotel Marlowe D7 famous string of parks that runs through the city was the Huntington Theatre Co./BU Theatre K5 Dana Farber Cancer Institute K1 184 Hotel at MIT D4 Hynes Convention Center H5 Harvard School of Public Health L2 185 Hyatt Regency/Cambridge E3 BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY, 700 Boylston St., Copley Square, brainchild of renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Information Centers: Joslin Diabetes Center K1 184 Inn at Harvard B2 617-536-5400. Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 5 p.m., Olmsted, and took almost 20 years to complete. The six green Boston Common G9 117 Longwood Medical area K2 Marriott/Cambridge Center E6 Sun 1–5 p.m. Free admission. Art & Architecture tours spaces—Back Bay Fens, Riverway, Olmsted Park, Jamaica Prudential Center H6 120 Mass. Eye & Ear InfirmaryE8186 Radisson Hotel/Cambridge D2 offered Mon at 2:30 p.m., Tue & Thu at 6 p.m., Fri & Sat at Pond, Arnold Arboretum and Franklin Park—stretch five miles National Park Service G11 121 Mass. General Hospital E8 187 Residence Inn by Marriott/Cambridge D6 11 a.m., Sun at 2 p.m. The first publicly supported municipal from the Charles River to Dorchester and make up over 1,000 Logan Airport (Terminals A & E) F16,G16 122 New England Baptist Hosp. L1 188 Royal Sonesta D7 Institute of Contemporary Art H5 123 New England Med. Ctr.J9189 Sheraton Commander A1 library in the world hosts one million visitors a year, who acres of parkland. Although not officially part of the Emerald ___ International Place H12 124 Spaulding Rehabilitation Hosp. D9 190 come to view this architectural masterpiece and its collection Necklace, Boston Common and the Public Garden are some- ___ 42 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 43

times considered the starting points, and are connected to the house of worship, a combination of Victorian, Gothic and you to the hidden secrets of the city, from slave meeting Necklace by the Commonwealth Avenue Mall. French Romanesque styles, is one of the great masterpieces of houses, to duels on the Common, to the former headquarters American church architecture. The building is located in Copley of the Boston Mafia. FOREST HILLS CEMETERY, 95 Forest Hills Ave., 617-524- Square adjacent to the I.M. Pei-designed John Hancock Tower, 0128. Open daily from dawn to dusk. Created in 1848, this itself a contemporary architectural masterpiece. FENWAY PARK TOURS, 4 Yawkey Way, 617-226-6666. Tours cemetery serves as the final resting place of Eugene O’Neill, daily each hour from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Tickets (prices reduced Anne Sexton, e.e. cummings, William Lloyd Garrison and for- due to construction): $8; children (under 14) $5. Tours origi- mer Boston Celtic Reggie Lewis. The 275 acres of twisting TOURS AND TRAILS nate at the Souvenir Store located on Yawkey Way across paths also contain sculptural treasures, an arboretum, a from Service Gate D, rain or shine. Have you dreamt of walk- “library” of life stories and an open-air museum. BLACK HERITAGE TRAIL, 617-742-5415. Tours: Mon–Sat at ing across the field where Red Sox legends spent their glory 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. Call at least 24 hours in advance days? This tour offers a behind-the-scenes look at America’s HARRISON GRAY OTIS HOUSE, 141 Cambridge St., 617- for reservations. A guided tour through the north side of oldest active Major League ballpark, including a glimpse 227-3956. Open Wed–Sun 11 a.m.–5 p.m., tours every 30 Beacon Hill, including the homes of politicians and entrepre- behind the famed “Green Monster.” minutes. Admission: $8; seniors $4; students $2.50; free for neurs; the African Meeting House, built in 1806; the oldest kids, Historic New England members and Boston residents. standing house built by an African-American (1797); and THE FREEDOM TRAIL FOUNDATION’S FREEDOM TRAIL $24 maximum per family. Built in 1796 for Harrison Gray Otis the home of Lewis and Harriet Hayden, who harbored run- PLAYERS, departs from the Visitor Center on Boston and his wife, Sally, this grand mansion is a brilliant example away slaves. Maps are available at the Museum of Afro- Common, 617-357-8300. Tours daily at 11 a.m., noon and of high-style Federal elegance. Tours offer insight into the American History. 1 p.m. Tickets: $12; children (12 and under) $6. Explore the social, business and family life of the post-Revolution Freedom Trail with costumed actors portraying famous American elite. BOSTON ART TOURS, 617-732-3920. Call for full tour sched- patriots such as James Otis, Abigail Adams and William ule. Tickets: $25; teens $15; children (under 12) free. Boston Dawes in this 90-minute tour. Stops include the Park Street THE MARY BAKER EDDY LIBRARY, 200 Mass. Ave., 617- Art Tours offers various excursions to area museums and gal- Church, the Boston Massacre Site, the Old State House and 450-7000. Open Tue–Sun from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission: leries that highlight different historical time periods. Families Faneuil Hall. $6; seniors, students with ID and youth (6–17) $4; children may choose from age-appropriate tours offering lively (under 6) and members free. Home to the world-famous descriptions of works to help further the understanding of art. HARPOON BREWERY TOUR, 306 Northern Ave., 888-HAR- Mapparium, a three-story stained-glass globe depicting the POON ext. 522. Tours: Tue–Sat at 3 p.m., Fri & Sat at 1 and world as it existed in 1934, which guests can walk through. BOSTON AUDISSEY, Boston Commons Visitors Center, 617- 3 p.m. Free admission. This waterfront institution was the Langham Hotel, Boston (formerly Le Meridien) Visitors to the library can follow Mary Baker Eddy’s quest for 734-9100. www.audisseyguides.com. MP3 version $12.95, first brewery in 25 years to be granted a permit to brew and 250 Franklin Street, Boston insight and embark on one of their own through interactive CD version $19.95. Boston Audissey is a unique MP3/iPod package beer commercially when it opened in 1987. Visitors 617.956.8752 exhibits in the Quest Gallery, or try out a “desk job” at the walking tour through the city of Boston, presented with gather at the Tap Room, which overlooks the brewery, for www.langhamhotels.com Pulitzer Prize-winning Christian Science Monitor. sound effects and music by 14 Bostonian narrators who lead 30- to 45-minute tours of the plant. sightseeing MINUTE MAN NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK, Concord and Lexington, 978-369-6993. North Bridge Visitor Center is at 174 Liberty St., open 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Created in 1959 to pre- serve the sites associated with the opening battles of the American Revolution, Minute Man Park consists of over 900 acres of land along original segments of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, including Lexington Green and Concord’s North Bridge. The park also preserves The Wayside, the 19th-century home of literary greats Nathaniel Hawthorne, Louisa May Alcott and Margaret Sidney.

NEW ENGLAND HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL, Congress Street

sightseeing near Faneuil Hall. This haunting memorial features six lumi- nous glass towers etched with the six million prisoner num- bers of those who perished in the Holocaust. Visitors can walk under the towers and read the dramatic stories of the victims and heroes of this tremendous human tragedy.

THE SKYWALK OBSERVATORY AT THE PRUDENTIAL CENTER, 617-859-0648. Open daily 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Skywalk kiosk closes at 6 p.m. Admission (including a head- set audio tour of points of interest): $9.50; seniors $7; chil- dren (under 12) $6.50. Observatory may be closed due to Prices range from $45.00 to $56.00 weather conditions, please call ahead. Enjoy spectacular Children under 12, $17.50. 360-degree panoramic views of Boston and beyond and Sunday seatings: 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. learn about the city’s 375 years of culture and history on the new Antennae Audio Tour. Recently added displays include “Dreams of Freedom,” featuring the Boston immigrant expe- rience; an exhibit overlooking Fenway Park dedicated to the legendary Red Sox slugger Ted Williams; and a new theater Langham Hotel, Boston (formerly Le Meridien) showing “Wings Over Boston,” a spectacular aerial tour of 250 Franklin Street, Boston the entire city. 617.451.1900, ext. 7125 www.langhamhotels.com TRINITY CHURCH, Copley Square, 617-536-0944. Open ___ daily from 8 a.m.–6 p.m.; tours available. Built in 1877, this ___ 44 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 45 THE INNOVATION ODYSSEY, departs from 28 State St. (at $25; students $20; children (ages 10–17) $15. Explore Admission: $15.95; seniors $13.95; children (3–11) $8.95; 2 p.m.), free shuttle from Museum of Science (at 1:45 p.m.), Boston on a photographic journey that reveals the scenic children (under 3) free. Refer to Currently section under Film 617-350-0358. Tours: 2nd Sat of every month (This month: treasures of the Public Garden, Beacon Hill, the Freedom Trail for IMAX theater listings. Combination ticket prices available. Dec 10) at 2 p.m. Tickets: $25; students (with ID) $15; chil- and the waterfront. Each walking tour provides fascinating Dedicated to advancing knowledge of the world of water, this dren (under 10) $10; family rate $50. This two-hour journey historical information and simple, creative tips on composing outstanding aquatic zoo features a 187,000-gallon Giant showcases Boston as the birthplace of such innovations as artistic photographs of area attractions. Ocean Tank containing a Caribbean coral reef with sharks, the telephone, the Internet and modern surgery. Board a lux- sea turtles, moray eels and other aquatic life. Be sure to ury motorcoach to visit Boston’s hidden historical treasures, SAMUEL ADAMS BREWERY TOUR: DRINK IN A LITTLE check out the popular penguin habitat. Special exhibit: including the MIT Museum, Harvard Medical School and the HISTORY, 30 Germania St., Jamaica Plain, 617-368-5080. Amazing Jellies. The adjacent Simons 3D IMAX Theater is the Ether Dome at Mass General Hospital. DVD program included. Tours: Wed & Thu at 2 p.m.; Fri at 2 and 5:30 p.m.; Sat at first theater of its kind in the Boston area. Refer to Film in noon, 1 and 2 p.m.; one-hour tours include samples (ID Currently for complete IMAX theater listings and Kids Corner NORTH END MARKET TOUR, 64 Cross St., take the “T” to required). Tickets: $2; donation given to a local charity. Call for special events. Haymarket, 617-523-6032. Wed & Sat 10 a.m.–1 p.m. and for complete hours, special events and closings. Learn about 2–5 p.m.; Fri 10 a.m.–1 p.m. and 3–6 p.m. Reservations the art of brewing beer and taste rich malts and spicy hops STONE ZOO, 149 Pond St., Stoneham, 781-438-5100. Open required. Custom tours for groups available. Tickets: $49. on this tour of the original Samuel Adams brewery. daily 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission: $7.50; seniors $6.50; chil- Michele Topor, an authority on Italian cuisine and culture, dren (2–15) $4.50; children (under 2) free. Highlights include hosts award-winning culinary walking tours through one of Snowy Owl creek, Mexican gray wolves, snow leopards, the nation’s oldest Italian-American communities. WILDLIFE jaguars, reindeer, river otters, llamas and miniature donkeys, as well as educational programs at the Animal Discovery OLD TOWN TROLLEY TOURS OF BOSTON, 617-269-7010. FRANKLIN PARK ZOO, One Franklin Park Road, Franklin Center. The Zoo is also home to the nation’s first “Earth Departs every 15–20 minutes daily from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Park, 617-541-LION. Open daily 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission: Park.” Special exhibit: Lord of the Wings: Birds of Prey, an Tickets: $29; seniors & students $26; children (under 12) free. $9.50; seniors $8; children (2–15) $5.50; children (under 2) ongoing educational show. With 16 stops throughout the city, including the New England free. Home to more than 210 species, including many Aquarium, U.S.S. Constitution Museum, the Trolley Stop Store endangered animals. Roam the Australian Outback Trail on the corner of South Charles and Boylston streets, and most with wallabies and kangaroos; explore the Tropical Forest CAMBRIDGE major hotels (see your concierge), patrons can enjoy a 100- and see the gorillas; marvel at the lions at Kalahari minute, fully narrated sightseeing tour of more than 100 points Kingdom; and visit zebras, ostriches, ibex and wildebeests Due to limited parking, it is best to take the Red Line of interest aboard the orange-and-green, all-weather trolley. at Serengeti Crossing. when traveling to Harvard, Central or Kendall squares. The Cambridge Discovery Booth located at the Harvard PHOTO WALKS, 617-851-2273. Tours: daily at 10 a.m. and 1 NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM, Central Wharf, 617-973-5200. Square “T” entrance provides additional information. p.m. Call for reservations and departure locations. Tickets: Open Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sat & Sun 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

CAMBRIDGE COMMON/OLD BURYING GROUND. A sightseeing grazing pasture and cemetery for Puritan Newtowne, as well as a favorite meeting spot for public figures and a tent site for the Continental Army. Early college presidents and Cross-Countr town residents were buried in “God’s Acre” across from y Skiing the Common. Maple Syrup CHRIST CHURCH. This 1761 Tory house of worship was uti- Sugarand H lized as a Colonial barracks during the American Revolution. ouse Holiday Lighting Tour Tours ER T FIRST CHURCH UNITARIAN/UNIVERSALIST. Harvard College NT OU provided the pews for its students in this 1833 building I UR erected for the then-newly founded Unitarian Church. W & S sightseeing HARVARD AND RADCLIFFE YARDS. The centers of two insti- Ice Skating Skiing tutions that have played major educational roles since TSEE Harvard’s founding in 1636. H IN IG G HARVARD SQUARE/OLD CAMBRIDGE. The center of S Cambridge activity since the 17th century, the Square is Snow Tubing home to Harvard University, historic buildings, bookstores, Sleigh cafes, restaurants and shops. Rides Snowmobiling! MOUNT AUBURN CEMETERY, 580 Mount Auburn St., Our Specialty!y) Cambridge, 617-547-7105. Open daily from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (no experience necessar Founded in 1831 by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, Mount Auburn was the first landscaped cemetery in the Boston Tours by Season offers a full country. Many prominent Americans are buried here, includ- range of private customized tours. ing Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Isabella Stewart Gardner Tours are private or for small groups. and Winslow Homer. The cemetery is also an arboretum, Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel. sculpture garden and wildlife sanctuary. Call Joseph for details and pricing. TORY ROW (BRATTLE STREET). One of the nation’s most www.BostonToursbySeason.com beautiful residential streets, Tory Row is the site of Loyalist mansions and their elegant neighbors from every period of 617-876-2800 ___ American architecture. ___ 46 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 47 FREEDOM TRAIL on land bought from John Hancock. The red brick portion was this seat of colonial government was the center of activity for OLD NORTH CHURCH (13). 193 Salem St., designed by the legendary architect Charles Bulfinch. such patriots as John Hancock and Samuel and John Adams. 617-523-6676. Open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. It was from the east balcony that the Declaration of Sun services at 9 and 11 a.m. Known as PARK STREET CHURCH (3). Corner of Independence was first read in Boston. Christ Church and erected in 1723, this is Park and Tremont streets, 617-523-3383. Boston’s oldest standing church, where two Sunday services at 8:30 & 11 a.m. and 4 BOSTON MASSACRE SITE (10). State lanterns were hung on April 18, 1775, sig- & 6 p.m. Morning services are traditional, Street in front of the Old State House. At naling the Redcoats’ departure by sea for evening services are contemporary. Built the next intersection below the State Lexington and Concord. in 1809, this church was described by House, a ring of cobblestones marks the Henry James as “the most interesting site of the clash between a jeering Boston COPP’S HILL BURIAL GROUND (14). Open mass of brick and mortar in America.” crowd and a British guard of nine soldiers daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Hull Street. Set out in 1660, on March 5,1770. Copp’s Hill was Boston’s second cemetery. OLD GRANARY BURYING GROUND (4). Many remarkable people are interred here, Tremont Street next to Park Street FANEUIL HALL (11). Merchants Row and including the Mather family of ministers and

Church, 617-635-7389. Open daily 9 Faneuil Hall Square, 617-523-1300. Open Edmund Hartt, builder of the USS fr a.m.–5 p.m. This historic cemetery, for- daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Historical talks given Constitution. merly the town granary, is the final rest- daily every half hour 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. eedom tr ing place of John Hancock, Paul Revere, “The Cradle of Liberty” combines a free BUNKER HILL MONUMENT (15). Breed’s Robert Treat Paine, Samuel Adams, Peter marketplace on the first floor with the Hill, Charlestown, 617-242-5641. Climb the

ail Faneuil, and the victims of the Boston town meeting hall upstairs, the site of monument from 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Lodge Massacre. A stone inscribed “Mary Goose” (a.k.a. Elizabeth abolitionist speakers and fiery revolution- and museum open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. The Goose) allegedly marks the grave of Mother Goose. ary debate. site of the historic battle of June 17, 1775.

KING’S CHAPEL AND BURYING PAUL REVERE HOUSE (12). 19 North U.S.S. CONSTITUTION (16). Charlestown GROUND (5). Tremont and School streets, Square, Hanover Street, 617-523-2338. Navy Yard, Charlestown, 617-242-5670. THE FREEDOM TRAIL FOUNDATION’S FREEDOM 617-227-2155. Services: Sun at 11 a.m., Open daily 9:30 a.m-4:15 p.m. Admission: Open Thu–Sun from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Tours TRAIL PLAYERS: Step back in time and explore the Wed at 12:15 p.m. Burying Ground open $3; students & seniors with I.D. $2.50; chil- until 3:30 p.m. This 44-gun frigate is the Freedom Trail with costumed actors portraying famous daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Tours: Sat 9:30 dren (5–17) $1; (under 5) free. The oldest oldest commissioned warship in the world,

patriots such as James Otis, Abigail Adams and William a.m.–4 p.m. Visitors are reminded that home in Boston, built about 1680, was christened ‘Old Ironsides’ during the War of ail

eedom tr Dawes in this 90-minute tour covering the sites listed King’s Chapel is a house of worship. The occupied by silversmith and patriot Paul 1812 when the cannonballs of a British below. Refer to listing in Sightseeing, page 46. chapel was established in 1687 as the Revere from 1770 to 1800. warship literally bounced off her triple hull.

fr first Anglican congregation in Boston. The second chapel, built in 1754, became the first Unitarian church in America after the Revolution. The Freedom Trail begins at the Boston Common Information Kiosk, where you can obtain a free SITE OF THE FIRST PUBLIC SCHOOL AND guide or rent a handheld self-guided audio tour BEN FRANKLIN’S STATUE (6). On School complete with sound effects and anecdotes for $15, Street, marked by a column and commemo- $12 for each additional adult and $10 for children. rative plaque. On April 13, 1635, the town Free 90-minute, park ranger-guided tours depart voted to establish the first public school in from the Boston National Historical Park Visitors the country (the forerunner of the Boston Center at the corner of State and Devonshire Latin School). Nearby is Benjamin Franklin’s streets, Mon–Fri at 2 p.m., Sat & Sun at 10 & 11 a.m. statue, built in 1856, the first portrait statue and 2 p.m. First come, first serve. Arrive 30 minutes erected in the United States. prior to tour. Call 617-242-5642 for more information. The number accompanying each site listed below SITE OF THE OLD CORNER BOOKSTORE refers to the site’s location as shown on Panorama’s (7). School and Washington streets, 617- map. Refer to center spread. 367-4000. Constructed as an apothecary in 1718, the ground floor was later used as a bookstore that became the center of literary BOSTON COMMON (1). Set aside in 1634 Boston and the meeting place of such nota- as a military training field and grazing pas- bles as Emerson, Hawthorne, and Thoreau. ture, the Common is the oldest public park SEE BOSTON LIKE YOU’VE NEVER SEEN IT, AT THE SKYWALK OBSERVATORY. in America. The park served as quarters for OLD SOUTH MEETING HOUSE (8). 310 British as well as Colonial troops, and later Washington St., 617-482-6439. Open daily housed Civil War regiments. The British Army 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission: $5; students & set out for the start of the Revolutionary War seniors $4; children (6–18) $1; children from what is now Park Square. (under 6) free. This building housed many town meetings, the most famous of which VISIT OUR NEW DISPLAYS INCLUDING “DREAMS OF FREEDOM,” FEATURING THE BOSTON IMMIGRANT THE STATE HOUSE (2). Beacon Street, top of saw an outraged Samuel Adams give the EXPERIENCE, A NEW ANTENNA AUDIO TOUR AND OUR NEW THEATER Beacon Hill facing Boston Common, 617-727- signal to proceed with the Boston Tea Party. 3676. Open Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–4 p.m., except holidays. Guided tours by reservation. The OLD STATE HOUSE (9). Corner of famous golden dome of the State House Washington and State streets, 617-720- marks the government seat of the Common- 3292. Open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: FEATURING “WINGS OVER BOSTON,” AN AERIAL TOUR OF OUR CITY wealth of Massachusetts. The cornerstone was $5; students & seniors $4; children (6–18) AT THE PRUDENTIAL CENTER, 800 BOYLSTON STREET, BOSTON. CALL 617-859-0648. ___ laid by Samuel Adams, and the building stands $1; children (under 6) free. Built in 1713, ___ 48 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 49 SHOPPING ucts, including a line of clothing designed by Karl Lagerfeld, mier department store since 1851 offers six floors of the lat- as well as shoes, accessories, handbags and fragrances. est apparel from renowned designers such as Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger; cosmetics and fragrances from Chanel ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA, 39 Newbury St., 617-424-9300. and Lancôme; and bed and bath products by Laura Ashley Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. A small, family- and Croscill. run textile business that evolved into a world leader in elegant men’s clothing, this Italian design house has focused on quality FILENE’S BASEMENT, 426 Washington St., 617-542-2011. since its founding in 1910. Today, Zegna boasts the finest in Mon–Fri 9:30 a.m.–8 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 menswear and is known for a vast, first-rate necktie selection. p.m. For decades, the Basement has provided shoppers with huge deals, thanks to its automatic markdown system which THE GARMENT DISTRICT, 200 Broadway, Cambridge, guarantees greater discounts the longer an item remains on 617-876-5230. Sun–Tue 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Wed–Fri ’til 8 the selling floor. A “must-visit” for bargain hunters. p.m., Sat 9 a.m.–7 p.m. A vintage lover’s paradise, this two-level thrift warehouse sells everything from vintage H & M, 350 Washington St., 617-482-7081. Mon–Sat 10 Levi’s to knock-off designer dresses and ’70s go-go a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. This youthful, cutting-edge boots. The ambitious (or desperate) can sift through the department store opened its Boston shop in 2001. Its mission of heaping piles of the downstairs Dollar-A-Pound. “fashion and quality at the best price” translates to inexpensive, trendy clothes for men and women, as H & M boasts the fresh- KIM’S FASHION DESIGN, Copley Place, Level 1 next to est, most up-to-date fashion trends in color, material and style. Neiman Marcus, 617-267-9299; 12 Kneeland St., Chinatown, 617-426-5740. Copley: Daily 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; MACY’S, 450 Washington St., 617-357-3195. Mon–Sat 9:30 Chinatown: Daily noon–6 p.m. Kim Pham has been a driving a.m.– 8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. This famous New York- force in the Asian fashion industry for over 20 years. Kim’s based department giant features floor after floor of the latest couture, Asian-inspired apparel for both genders uses only culinary tools, bed and bath items, incredible gifts and hot fash- the finest silks, with painstaking attention to detail and fit. ions. Choose from your favorite designers—Polo, Liz Claiborne, Jones New York and DKNY—or Macy’s exclusive labels. LOUIS BOSTON, 234 Berkeley St., 617-262-6100. Mon 11 KIM’S FASHION DESIGN: Legendary Asian fash- a.m.–6 p.m., Tue & Wed 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 7 p.m. MARSHALLS, 500 Boylston St., 617-262-6066. Mon–Sat 9 ion designer Kim Pham offers customers custom Housed in a historic former Back Bay museum building, this a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m.; 350 Washington St.,

service at shops in Chinatown and Copley Place. Boston institution maintains its cutting-edge allure by offer- Downtown Crossing, 617-338-6205. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–7:30 shopping Refer to listing, right. ing upscale men’s fashions by up-and-coming designers, as p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Its mantra “Brand name clothing for well as women’s fashions, bed and bath items, and home less” has made this discount retailer a bargain-hunter’s dream accessories. come true. From Ralph Lauren to Calvin Klein, Marshalls fea- tures designer clothing for men, women and children. ANTIQUES/ART/ MAXMARA, 69 Newbury St., 617-267-9775. Mon–Sat 10 COLLECTIBLES a.m.–7 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. Founded in 1951 and with more SAKS FIFTH AVENUE, The Shops at Prudential Center, 800 than 1,000 stores worldwide, MaxMara is Italy’s largest women’s Boylston St., 617-262-8500. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun PUCKER GALLERY, 171 Newbury St., 617-267-9473. Mon–Sat ready-to-wear manufacturer. Known for luxurious fabrics, stylish noon–6 p.m. One of the country’s premier upscale retail 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Sun 1–5 p.m. Founded in 1967 as a show- silhouettes and hand detailing. MaxMara embodies the principles giants, Saks proffers a wide selection of high-end fashion

shopping case for the talents of Israeli artists, the gallery has displayed of truly great Italian fashion—classic design and top quality. apparel, accessories, cosmetics and home decor pieces from and sold a wide range of art by international artists, including an assortment of unique and name-brand designers. works by Chagall, Picasso and Hundertwasser. SIMON’S MEN’S CLOTHING, 220 Clarendon St., between Newbury and Boylston, 617-266-2345. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–6 T.J. MAXX, 350 Washington St., 617-695-2424. Mon–Sat 9 p.m., Wed & Thu ’til 7 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. The oldest family- a.m.–7:30 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. This discount retailer ARTS & CRAFTS run men’s clothing store in Boston, Simon’s sells business and offers brand name and designer fashions for men, women and casual wear in classic and updated styles and offers quick, kids, as well as accessories, fine jewelry and items for the A KNIT AND NEEDLEPOINT STORE BY MARY J. COLE, 11 expert alterations and even complete same-day tailoring. home. Prices are slashed 20 to 60% off most department store Newbury St., 617-536-9338. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun by rates. T.J. Maxx offers current trends of the highest quality. chance. The fine arts of handprinted needlepoint and gorgeous STONESTREETS, 1276 Mass. Ave., Harvard Square, knitting yarns are showcased here. Instruction is available from Cambridge, 617-547-3245. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Sat 10 the knowledgeable staff and lessons are free when the project is a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. This sophisticated men’s cloth- HOME GOODS purchased here. Visit www.needlepoint-boston.com. ier offers a casual-yet-refined collection of Italian and American designers. The knowledgeable staff will make sure that you find CRATE & BARREL, 777 Boylston St., 617-262-8700. THE SOCIETY OF ARTS AND CRAFTS, 175 Newbury St., 617- the proper garment, superbly tailored to your specifications. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Also: Faneuil 266-1810. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. The old- Hall Marketplace, 617-742-6025; 48 Brattle St., Cambridge, est nonprofit craft organization in the country, established in URBAN OUTFITTERS, 361 Newbury St., 617-236-0088. 617-876-6300. Call for other location hours. This fun yet 1897. The Society specializes in contemporary American crafts, Mon–Thu 10 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m., Sun noon– sophisticated home fashions store features everything from jewelry, furniture, glass and ceramics ranging from cutting edge 8 p.m. Also: 11 JFK St., Harvard Square, Cambridge, 617-864- kitchenware and furniture to flatware, glassware and bath to traditional, and from functional to sculptural. 0070. Where urban hipsters turn for funky men’s and women’s and body accessories. fashions. The store also features a wide array of housewares, shoes, accessories, gifts, books, cards and other bric-a-brac. RESTORATION HARDWARE, 711 Boylston St., 617-578- CLOTHING/ACCESSORIES 0088. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. This hardware retailer features distinctive, high-quality items for CHANEL BOUTIQUE, 5 Newbury St., on the ground floor of the DEPARTMENT STORES the home—from home furnishings and lighting to kitchen Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 617-859-0055. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. accessories and garden supplies. Each product is imbued Modeled after the famed Chanel Boutique in Paris, the Boston FILENE’S, 426 Washington St., 617-357-2100. Mon–Sat with the store’s classic design, affordable pricing and whim- ___ outpost of this storied franchise offers a range of Chanel prod- 9:30 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. New England’s pre- sical product information. ___ 50 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 51 JEWELRY/ACCESSORIES ing import, indie and major label releases, as well as T-shirts, comics, and other pop culture kitsch items. ALPHA OMEGA, 1380 Mass. Ave., Cambridge, 617-864-1227. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu ’til 7 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. TOWER RECORDS, 95 Mt. Auburn St., Harvard Square, Also: The Shops at Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., 617- Cambridge, 617-876-3377. Sun–Thu 10 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & 494-9030. Devoted to the art of timekeeping, Alpha Omega is Sat ’til midnight. This music superstore features everything an authorized agent for more than 20 prestigious watch from CDs, tapes and records to videos, books and periodi- brands such as Akteo, Breitling, Movado, Omega, Seiko, TAG cals. Its music selection runs the gamut from classical to Heuer and Raymond Weil. country to current pop, rock and soul sounds.

CARTIER, 40 Newbury St., 617-262-3300. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 VIRGIN MEGASTORE, 360 Newbury St., 617-896-0950. Daily p.m. If diamonds are forever, the House of Cartier is timeless. 10 a.m.–midnight. The British music retailer chose Boston for With more than 150 years of experience, Cartier is a symbol of its 22nd North American location. Three levels and more than prestige, glamour, and quality. The jeweler offers a dazzling dis- 40,000 square feet of space house thousands of books, CDs, play of diamonds, jewelry and accessories, including time- videos and DVDs, as well as interactive listening kiosks. pieces, silver, crystal, designer pens and leather accessories.

JOHN LEWIS, INC., 97 Newbury St., 617-266-6665. Tue–Sat SHOES 11 a.m.–6 p.m. John Lewis has been creating jewelry of imag- inative design in Boston for more than 30 years. Using only ALLEN-EDMONDS, 36 Newbury St., 617-247-3363. Mon–Sat solid precious metals and natural stones, Lewis’s aim is “to 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. Step out in luxurious style make jewelry at a reasonable price, of excellent workmanship with Allen-Edmonds’ collections of wing tips, capped toes and and uncommon beauty.” slip-on kilties and tassles. This world-class men’s footwear retailer, famous for its 212-step construction process, features LUX BOND & GREEN, 416 Boylston St., 617-266-4747. shoes made of top-quality leather and all-natural materials. COWBOY BOOTS Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu ’til 7 p.m. Since 1898, Lux Bond MEN N WOMEN N CHILDREN Boots N Lucchese N Justin N Nocona & Green has provided its customers with diamonds, gold jewel- HELEN’S LEATHER, 110 Charles St., 617-742-2077. Mon– N N N ry, watches and giftware from around the world. The store offers JOHN LEWIS, INC.: Wed, Fri & Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu noon–8 p.m., Sun Tony Lama Dan Post Frye Liberty This Newbury Street STETSON HATS a corporate gift division, bridal and gift registry, a full-service jeweler has been crafting unique, creative noon–6 p.m. For more than 35 years, Helen’s Leather has Shirts N Belts N Buckles N Bolo Ties repair department, gift certificates and elegant gift-wrapping. jewelry for more than 30 years. Refer to listing, supplied New Englanders with quality Western boots by mak- HELEN’S LEATHER shopping left. ers like Lucchese, Tony Lama, Justin, Nocona and Frye. In 110 Charles St., Boston, MA SHREVE, CRUMP & LOW, 440 Boylston St., 617-267-9100. addition, Helen’s sells Western belts, buckles, shirts and 617.742.2077 Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Serving Bostonians since 1796, Stetson hats, as well as leather jackets and bags. this Boston institution boasts of being the oldest continuously operating luxury business in the U.S. Its new location is filled tures an international food court to please every palate, includ- JOHN FLUEVOG, 302 Newbury St., 617-266-1079. Mon–Sat with glittering diamonds, fine jewelry and watches. The galleries ing Cafe La Brioche, Sakkio Japan and India Express. noon–8 p.m., Sun 1–6 p.m. This funky footwear retailer fea- also offer silver, china, porcelain, stationery, antiques and more. tures shoes created by the maverick designer, ranging from THE HERITAGE ON THE GARDEN, 300 Boylston St., 617- mind-bending platforms to the classic black boot and his tried- SMALL PLEASURES, 142 Newbury St., 617-267-7371; 92 State 426-9500. Call for individual store hours. This residential/ and-true “Angels.” The Newbury Street locale is the only place Leeder Board

shopping St., 617-722-9932. Newbury Street: Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; office/retail complex located alongside the Public Garden fea- in Boston to find a wide range of his cutting-edge styles. DOWNTOWN BOSTON’S ONLY State Street: Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Specializing in antique jew- tures a handful of upscale retailers, including St. John Boutique, COMPLETE GOLF STORE Golf elry and vintage watches, this unique store features Art Nouveau Sonia Rykiel, Escada, Hermes, Candela Spa and Anne Fontaine. • FULL RANGE OF APPAREL & EQUIPMENT and Art Deco engagement rings from the 1920s, as well as cus- SPORTING GOODS • 24-HOUR REPAIR SERVICE tom design and repair services, all in an intimate Art Deco setting. MARKETPLACE CENTER, located between Faneuil Hall and • COMPUTERIZED CLUB FITTING the Waterfront. Twenty-four distinctive shops surround an open BILL RODGERS RUNNING CENTER, 353 North Market Place, 150 Federal St. Boston, MA • 617-737-0903 court known as the Exedra, where you will always find a wide Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 617-723-5612. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.– MALLS/SHOPPING CENTERS range of unusual pushcarts and entertainment events unique 8:45 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. Owned by the four-time Boston to this wonderful area. Within walking distance are literally Marathon winner, the Center helps runners of all levels CAMBRIDGESIDE GALLERIA, 100 CambridgeSide Place, hundreds of other shops, restaurants, pubs and nightspots. choose the most suitable shoes, not the most expensive. Cambridge, 617-621-8666. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m., Sun Boasts a vast selection of shoes and accessories and a 11 a.m.–7 p.m. This three-level mall features department THE SHOPS AT PRUDENTIAL CENTER, 800 Boylston St., knowledgeable staff. stores such as Filene’s, Sears and Best Buy, as well as more 800-SHOP-PRU. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. than 100 other stores and specialty shops including the largest The Shops at Prudential Center features over 75 shops and CITY SPORTS, 1035 Commonwealth Ave., 617-782-5121; 480 Gap in Boston, Abercrombie & Fitch, J. Crew, Old Navy, Borders, restaurants including The Cheesecake Factory, Saks Fifth Avenue, Boylston St., 617-267-3900; 44 Brattle St., Cambridge, 617- Victoria’s Secret and more. Ann Taylor, J. Jill and Alpha Omega. It is also the launch spot for 492-6000; other locations. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m., Sat 10 the city’s renowned tourist resource, the Boston Duck Tours. a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. City Sports sells athletic WHAT TOOK YOU A LIFETIME COPLEY PLACE, Copley Square, 617-369-5000. The magnificent apparel by top brands like Nike, Adidas and Puma, as well as TO LEARN CAN BE LOST IN MINUTES. Copley Place features more than 100 upscale stores, including sporting equipment for all interests, and footwear from Neiman Marcus, Tiffany & Co., Gucci and Williams-Sonoma. A MUSIC/VIDEO Saucony, Reebok and others. variety of restaurants, including Legal Sea Foods, offer shoppers numerous dining options. To receive a free Ultimate Shopping NEWBURY COMICS, 332 Newbury St., 617-236-4930. NIKETOWN, 200 Newbury St., 617-267-3400. Mon–Sat 10 Excursions card, stop by one of the customer service kiosks. Mon–Thu 10 a.m.–10:30 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. An enormous temple to the WITH A STROKE, TIME LOST IS BRAIN LOST. a.m.–8 p.m. Also: Government Center, 1 Washington Mall, Nike franchise, this sporting goods retailer proffers all things Learn the warning signs at THE CORNER MALL, corner of Winter and Washington streets. 617-248-9992; 36 JFK St. (Garage Mall), Cambridge, 617- Nike, including footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories. StrokeAssociation.org or 1-888-4-STROKE. Open daily. One-stop shopping in Downtown Crossing. You’ll 491-0337; 211 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge, 617-491- The store features an homage to the Boston Marathon, seats find the latest styles at shops like Discovery Imports, Bath & 7711. You’ll have a “wicked good time” at this upstart local from the old Boston Garden and autographed shoes from ©2004 American Heart Association ___ Body Works and Aldo Shoe. In addition, the Corner Mall fea- chain, which boasts the cheapest CD prices in town, includ- Marathon champ Uta Pippig. Made possible in part by a generous grant from The Bugher Foundation. ___ 52 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 53 MIND & BODY RESTAURANTS L’elegance ALLSTON/BRIGHTON

105 Newbury St. 2nd Floor THE SUNSET GRILL & TAP, 130 Brighton Ave. (corner of 617-536-1290 Harvard and Brighton avenues), Allston, 617-254-1331. F ULL S ERVICE SALON This popular Allston hangout features Boston’s best beer selection, with more than 112 beers on tap and over 400 microbrews. Its food entices too, with award-winning steam beer burgers, famous curly fries, buffalo wings and giant P OUR M OI nachos. L, D, C, LS, SB. $ 105 Newbury St. 3rd Floor 617-262-1448 BACK BAY S KIN CARE S PECIALISTS APROPOS, Sheraton Boston, 39 Dalton St., 617-375-6500. Drawing its influences from American regional cuisine with a strong New England flair, the menu at Apropos offers hearty, satisfying dishes ranging from pan-roasted Chilean sea bass to grilled New York sirloin and herbed roasted chicken. The menu, created by executive chef Joseph Nartowicz, exudes the flavors of Boston. B, L, D, SB. $$$

AUJOURD’HUI, Four Seasons Hotel Boston, 200 Boylston St., 617-351-2037. An elegant eatery with the Public Garden as a backdrop, and a perennial recipient of the AAA Five Diamond Award. Enjoy exquisite modern French cuisine, accompanied by a selection from an 1,800-

y bottle wine library. Reservations recommended. D AVANTI SALON-CINDY KENEFICK: The Mon–Sat 5:30–10:30 p.m., Sun 6–10 p.m.; SB 11:30 LALA ROKH: The unique Persian eatery on Beacon Newbury Street stylist offers her extensive a.m.–2 p.m. $$$$ Hill not only boasts a new cocktail menu, but is experience to help bring out your own currently celebrating its tenth anniversary as well. personal style. Refer to listing, below. AZURE, The Lenox Hotel, 61 Exeter St., 617-933-4800. Refer to listing, page 58. Azure's menu and concept are designed to be as clear and understated as the color palette itself. Nationally recognized executive chef Robert Fathman, known for his innovation

SPAS and playful risk-taking in the kitchen, creates contemporary 4810; Royal Sonesta Hotel, 5 Cambridge Parkway, Cambridge, r

American cuisine with a sophisticated edge and an emphasis 617-661-4810. Enjoy fine steaks, pasta and seafood, or lighter estaur THE POUR MOI, 105 Newbury St., 3rd Floor, 617-262-1448. Mon, on fresh seafood. B, D. $$$ fare in the spacious bar. The Cambridge Davio’s boasts an out- Wed & Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Tue 9 a.m.–6 p.m, Thu & Fri door patio and skyline view. L Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; D 9 a.m.–7 p.m. Skin care specialists offer facials, waxing, BRASSERIE JO, The Colonnade Hotel, 120 Huntington Ave., Sun–Tue 5–10 p.m., Wed–Sat ’til 11 p.m.; C, VP. mind & bod BEST VIEW manicures and pedicures. 617-425-3240. The “sister” of chef Jean Joho’s award-win- www.davios.com. $$$. SEE LOCATOR #1 ON CENTER MAP. ning Chicago restaurant combines traditional favorites (coq au 30 NEWBURY SPA, 30 Newbury St., 4th Floor, 617-266-7606. vin and steak frites) with unique specialties (Uncle Hansi’s EXCELSIOR, The Heritage on the Garden, 272 Boylston St., Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. Stylists, massage ther- onion tart). Home-brewed beer, a wine list and desserts in the 617-426-7878. This culinary masterpiece delivers bold and OF BOSTON ants apists, electrologists and aestheticians offer personalized half- or French tradition complete this Gallic experience. Seasonal out- contemporary American cuisine at this stunning Back Bay full-day spa treatments, including facials, manicures, pedicures, hair door patio. B, L, D. $$ location. An impressive collection of 500 wines, representing IS RIGHT coloring, body scrubs, laser hair removal and hot stone massage. all regions of the world, is displayed in Boston’s only climate- CLIO, The Eliot Hotel, 370-A Commonwealth Ave., 617-536- controlled glass wine tower. Pre- and post-theater dining avail- 7200. James Beard Award-winning chef Ken Oringer serves able. D, C, LS. $$$$ HERE HAIR AND NAILS up French-American fare with some striking Asian influences in a sleek, sophisticated atmosphere that’s styled after a GOURMELI’S SEAFOOD, Marriott Copley Place, 110 Hunting- AVANTI SALON-CINDY KENEFICK, 11 Newbury St., 617-267- Parisian supper club. Bacon-wrapped foie gras, caramelized ton Ave., 617-236-5800 ext. 6741. Enjoy the sushi bar or 4027. Hours by appointment. Put yourself in her chair. With 20 years swordfish au poivre and ginger-glazed oxtail keep customers indulge in fresh lobster, swordfish and more at this eatery in of experience in London, New York and Boston, she is the profes- coming back for more. D. $$$$ the heart of the Back Bay. Gourmeli’s offers an array of fresh sional you need to create your own look and change your life. New England seafood and entrees. B, L, D. $$$ The Official Guide to BOSTON COTTONWOOD CAFE, 222 Berkeley St., L’ELEGANCE ART ET COIFFURE, 105 Newbury St., 2nd Floor, 617-247-2225. Specialties include open- 617-536-1290. Mon 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Tue–Fri 8:30 a.m.–7 p.m., grill steaks, poultry, pasta and vegetarian KEY AVERAGE PRICE OF Advertise in our new Sat 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Offering a broad dishes. Voted “Boston’s Best Southwestern B ...... Breakfast DINNER ENTREES range of beauty treatments, this salon specializes in hair color- Restaurant” and “Boston’s Best L ...... Lunch $ ...... Most less than $12 Mind & Body section ing and cuts, Japanese thermal straightening, facials, waxing, Margarita.” Reservations recommended. D...... Dinner $$ ...... $12–18 manicures and pedicures. Two hours free validated parking. L BR ...... Brunch $$$ ...... $19–25 Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.; D daily ’til SB ...... Sunday Brunch $$$$ ...... Most more than $25 SALON MARC HARRIS, 30 Newbury St., 3rd floor, 617-262-2222. 11 p.m.; Sat & SB 11 a.m.–3 p.m. C, LS, C ...... Cocktails Many restaurants offer a wide For information, Mon 9 a.m.–3 p.m., Tue & Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Wed–Fri 8:30 a.m.– VP. www.cottonwoodboston.com. $$ LS ..Late Supper (serving after 10 p.m.) range of entrees and prices; 8 p.m. Voted “Best Woman’s Haircut” and “Best Updo” in the 2005 VP...... Valet Parking therefore, the classifications are call 617-423-3400 Improper Bostonian Best of Boston poll, this recognized name in DAVIO’S NORTHERN ITALIAN NC ...... Credit Cards Not Accepted only approximations. ___ the salon industry offers a welcoming environment for his clientele. STEAKHOUSE, 75 Arlington St., 617-357- * ...... Entertainment ___ 54 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 55

Theatre District Dining CUISINE INDEX *HARD ROCK CAFE, 131 Clarendon St., two blocks from Theatre District Dining Boylston St., 617-424-ROCK (7625). HRC Boston serves up American Italian down-home American food, seasoned with a healthy dose of Apropos, p. 55 Antonio’s, p. 58 rock ’n’ roll. Try the infamous “Pig” sandwich, and check out Aura, p. 63 Caliterra, p. 59 memorabilia including “The Aerosmithsonian,” the “Boston Wall Avenue One, p. 59 Davide, p. 62 of Fame,” Phish’s vacuum, Jim Morrison’s leather pants and Cheers, p. 58 Davio’s Northern Italian Madonna’s bustier. L, D, C, LS. $ Delux Cafe & Lounge, Steakhouse, p. 55 p. 63 Florentine Cafe, p. 62 JASPER WHITE’S SUMMER SHACK, 50 Dalton St., 617-867- Dick’s Last Resort, p. 62 Lucca Restaurant & Bar, 9955; 149 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge, 617-520-9500. Excelsior, p. 55 p. 62 Top-notch fare such as pan-roasted lobster, award-winning The Federalist, p. 58 Mamma Maria, p. 63 fried chicken and an impressive raw bar in a casual setting. Hard Rock Cafe, p. 56 Massimino’s Cucina Boston: Daily 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m., raw bar Thu–Sat ’til 1 a.m. Jer-Ne Restaurant & Bar, Italiana, p. 63 Cambridge: Mon–Thu 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 Best Italian Restaurant 2003 p. 60 Teatro, p. 61 p.m., Sun 3–9 p.m. $$$. SEE LOCATOR #5 ON CENTER MAP. —Boston Magazine Meritage, p. 60 Perdix, p. 64 Mediterranean L’ESPALIER, 30 Gloucester St., 617-262-3023. Situated in a 177 Tremont St., Boston Parker’s Restaurant, p. 61 Olives, p. 59 historic Back Bay townhouse, this sophisticated French classic Speeder & Earl’s, p. 56 helmed by top chef Frank McClelland is a favorite of both 617.778.6841 Stephanie’s on Newbury, Museum Dining power brokers and couples on a romantic night out. Widely www.teatroboston.com p. 56 Bravo, p. 62 acknowledged by critics and diners alike as one of the finest reservations accepted The Sunset Grill & Tap, Museum of Science, p. 61 French restaurants in the nation, and the creme de la creme of p. 55 acclaimed Boston eateries. D. $$$$ 123 Theatre Cafe, p. 64 New England Top of the Hub, p. 58 Henrietta’s Table, p. 59 *THE OAK ROOM, 138 St. James Ave., Fairmont Copley Plaza Sheraton Commander Hotel, 617-267-5300. This sophisticated spot offers a traditional Chinese Restaurant, p. 59 steakhouse menu of prime steaks and chops and fresh seafood. P.F. Chang’s, p. 64 Replete with stately wood paneling, rich draperies and wall orna- Seafood ments for a comfortable yet elegant feel. B, L, D daily. Adjoining Eastern Mediterranean Anthony’s Pier 4, p. 63 Oak Bar offers martinis, raw bar and full Oak Room menu. $$$$ Lala Rokh, p. 58 Azure, p. 55 B&G Oysters, p. 63 *THE RITZ-CARLTON HOTEL, 15 Arlington St., 617-536-5700. 4 French/French- Chart House, p. 60 This 1927 culinary landmark offers award-winning contempo- American Gourmeli’s Seafood, p. 55 rary French cuisine. The historic Dining Room is available for Aujourd’hui, p. 55 Great Bay, p. 62 special events only. The Cafe: B, L, D, Sat & SB. The Lounge: L, Brasserie Jo, p. 55 Harborside Grill, p. 62 D, C, LS. The Bar: L, D, C, LS. $$$$ Cafe Fleuri, p. 59 Jasper White’s Summer Clio, p. 55 Shack, p. 56 SKIPJACK’S SEAFOOD EMPORIUM, 199 Clarendon St., Hamersley’s Bistro, p. 64 Jimmy’s Harborside, p. 63 Copley Square, 617-536-3500; other locations outside Boston.

ants 1 Julien, p. 60 Legal Sea Foods, p. 64 Enjoy a comfortable atmosphere and specialties such as L’Espalier, p. 56 McCormick & Schmick’s blackened tuna sashimi, moonfish, Maryland crabcakes and 1237 Hancock St. 25 West Sreet Locke-Ober, p. 60 Seafood, p. 60 lobster. Winner of Best of Boston 2003 award for seafood. Jazz Quincy Center Boston Common 617-774-1200 617-426-1222 No. 9 Park, p. 58 Oceana, p. 61 Brunch Sun 11 a.m.–3 p.m. L & D Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–10 p.m., www.fajitasandritas.com Pigalle, p. 64 Skipjack’s, p. 56 Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m. $$ Radius, p. 61 Turner Fisheries, p. 58 4 Spire, p. 61 Wisteria, p. 64 SONSIE, 327 Newbury St., 617-351-2500. Recommended by

estaur Ye Old Union Oyster Boston magazine as the place to “see and be seen.” The lively

r French Country House, p. 61 restaurant features a streetside cafe, 50-foot mahogany bar, Hungry i, p. 58 brick oven and colorful dining room. The menu by award-win- Southwestern ning chef Bill Poirier includes tempura tuna roll with avocado, Indian Cottonwood Cafe, p. 55 mizuna and tobiko caviar and herb pappardelle with aspara- 2 Gandhi, p. 58 Fajitas & ’Ritas, p. 60 gus. L, D, C, LS, VP. $$$

International Steakhouses SPEEDER & EARL’S, Copley Square Hotel, 47 Huntington Ave., Intrigue, p. 60 Davio’s Northern Italian 617-536-9000. Boston’s “quirkiest” breakfast and coffee bar, Jacob Wirth’s, p. 64 Steakhouse, p. 55 serving traditional and innovative favorites such as eggs Rialto, p. 59 The Oak Room, p. 56 Benedict and malted waffles. Boston’s best pastries and pre- The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, mium blends of gourmet coffee from Speeder & Earl’s of 3 p. 56 Vermont are also featured. B, L, Sat & SB, D. $ Sonsie, p. 56 Zephyr on the Charles, STEPHANIE’S ON NEWBURY, 190 Newbury St., 617-236- p. 59 0990. Lauded by The New York Times, chef/owner Stephanie Sidell’s eatery showcases sophisticated cooking and classic Irish comfort food. Casual elegance at its best with a sidewalk cafe, Black Rose, p. 62 club-like bar and skylit dining space. Mon–Sat 11:30 a.m.–11 Kennedy’s Midtown, p. 60 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–10 p.m. L, D, SB 10 a.m.–3 p.m., C, VP ___ Tue–Sat evenings. $$$ SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION 56 PANORAMA *TOP OF THE HUB, 800 Boylston St., Prudential Center, 617- exceptional Indian cuisine in the heart of Central Square. Only setting features spectacular views of the Boston skyline. B, L, 536-1775. There is nothing like sitting 52 stories above Boston the freshest produce, herbs and delicate spices are used to D, C. $$ for dining and a spectacular view of the city. The magnificent prepare the healthy fare. L daily noon–3 p.m.; D noon–11 p.m.; cuisine complements the breathtaking views. L, D, LS, C. Live SB noon–3 p.m. L buffet daily noon–3 p.m., “All you can eat” jazz seven nights a week. $$$$ $5.95. Beer & wine. $ CHARLESTOWN

TURNER FISHERIES, Westin Hotel Copley Place, Stuart and HENRIETTA’S TABLE, The Charles Hotel, One Bennett St., OLIVES, 10 City Square, Charlestown, 617-242-1999. Dartmouth streets, 617-424-7425. Known for its fresh seafood Cambridge, 617-661-5005. Nothing but locally grown and Celebrity chef Todd English got his start with this local eatery and winner of several regional awards, Turner’s features seven- organic produce are used to create a lively, textured menu of and the Charlestown flagship restaurant is still the unparalleled foot-high French windows, swooping Hollywood banquettes, reinterpreted New England classics. Private dining room avail- king of his endeavors. Sample English’s multi-layered, ingredi- mahogany paneling and cobalt blue tile. Private dining rooms able. B Mon–Fri 6:30–11 a.m., Sat 7–11 a.m., Sun 7–10:30 ent rich, pan-Mediterranean creations. D. $$$$ accommodate 10–140 guests. Discounted VP at The Westin a.m.; Sat and SB noon–3 p.m.; L Mon–Sat noon–3 p.m.; D Hotel Copley Place. L, D, C, LS. $$$ daily 5:30–10 p.m. $ DOWNTOWN RIALTO, The Charles Hotel, One Bennett St., Cambridge, 617- BEACON HILL 661-5050. One of Greater Boston’s top restaurants features fine *AVENUE ONE, Hyatt Regency, Financial District, 1 Ave. de wines and cuisine from France, Italy and Spain. Chef Jody Lafayette, 617-422-5579. Enjoy Boston’s most extensive fondue ANTONIO’S, 288 Cambridge St., 617-367-3310. One of Adams lends her creative talents to seasonal dinner menu menu in a relaxed atmosphere. Live jazz every Thu. B, L, D, C. $$ Boston’s finest Italian restaurants (across from Massachusetts items such as grilled pork tenderloin with Ligurian potato- General Hospital on historic Beacon Hill). Traditional Italian food cheese pie, pine nuts and basil. D only. Reservations recom- *CAFÉ FLEURI, Langham Hotel Boston, 250 Franklin St., 617- with nightly specials and complementing wine list. Specials mended. $$$$ 451-1900. Enjoy what Boston magazine calls “the best include homemade fusilli, shrimp margarita and chicken/ Sunday brunch in Boston,” or sample a la carte Mediterranean sausage vinegar peppers and potatoes. L, D Mon–Thu 11 SHERATON COMMANDER RESTAURANT, 16 Garden St., and American fare, and French desserts—all within a sunlit a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m. $ Harvard Square, Cambridge, 617-234-1365. New England-style garden atrium. B Mon–Fri 6:30–11:30 a.m., Sat 7:30–11 a.m.; cuisine in a relaxed, elegant setting with a casual atmosphere. L daily 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; D Mon–Sat 6–10 p.m., Sun 4–10 *CHEERS, 84 Beacon St., 617-227-9605. Also: Faneuil Hall B, L, D, SB. $$ p.m.; SB 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. $$ Marketplace, 617-227-0150. Both the original Beacon Hill pub and its spinoff offer a tasty selection of traditional fare and an ZEPHYR ON THE CHARLES, Hyatt Regency Cambridge, 575 CALITERRA, Wyndham Boston Hotel, 89 Broad St., 617-348- abundant beverage selection, including their award-winning Memorial Drive, Cambridge, 617-441-6510. This restaurant 1234. Located in the heart of the Financial District, this casual, Bloody Mary and a variety of draft beers. Live entertainment serves small-portioned, tapas-like dishes, featuring eclectic fare upscale restaurant features Cal-Ital cuisine with seasonal New Thu–Sat nights, and officially licensed Cheers merchandise sold like sushi-grade tuna tartare and wood-grilled tiger prawns. The England flavors. B, L, D. $$ on site. L, D, C, LS. $

THE FEDERALIST, Fifteen Beacon Hotel, 15 Beacon St., 617-

670-2515. The menu at this elite spot brings artistic flair to dishes r

like Colorado rack of lamb and skillet-roasted French Dover sole, estaur in an atmosphere evoking the stately class of the world’s most private clubs. A rooftop herb garden and in-kitchen fish tanks help to ensure culinary perfection. B, D, Sat & SB, C, LS. $$$$ ants

1 HUNGRY I, 71 /2 Charles St., 617-227-3524. In a two-story townhouse with three working fireplaces and an outdoor patio, Chef Peter Ballarin delights patrons with French country cuisine ants and creative desserts. Signature dishes include venison au poivre and braised rabbit a la moutard. L Thu and Fri only, noon–2 p.m.; D 5:30–9:30 p.m.; SB 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Private din-

estaur ing rooms available. $$$$. SEE LOCATOR #4 ON CENTER MAP. r LALA ROKH, 97 Mt. Vernon St., 617-720-5511. Named for a leg- endary Persian princess, this elegant restaurant is owned by sib- lings Babak and Azita Bina. Using their mother’s recipes, they’ve created a unique dining experience in the only restaurant of its kind in New England. L Mon–Fri noon–3 p.m.; D nightly 5:30–10 p.m. Reservations recommended. C, VP. www.lalarokh.com. $$

NO. 9 PARK, 9 Park St., 617-742-9991. Nationally acclaimed chef Barbara Lynch serves up French and Italian style dishes in a sophisticated bistro atmosphere atop Beacon Hill. Chef Lynch has a subtle hand in the kitchen, turning out inventive renditions of classic Italian and French fare such as fresh pasta and foie gras. L, D, LS. $$$$

CAMBRIDGE

GANDHI, 704 Mass. Ave., Central Square, Cambridge, 617- ___ 491-1104. Savor the scents and flavors of India and enjoy ___ 58 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 59

A Boston Tradition A National Historic Landmark CHART HOUSE, 60 Long Wharf, 617-227-1576. The Chart hearty meal. All menu items come in appetizer and entree tique hotel, Spire features a striking interior and chef Gabriel House boasts an impressive menu of fresh seafood, including sizes. D, LS. $$$$ Frasca’s cuisine, which combines flavors from France, Italy, specialties like the crab, avocado and mango stack appetizer; Spain and Portugal with seasonal New England ingredients. shrimp fresca; macadamia crusted mahi-mahi; slow roasted MUSEUM OF SCIENCE, Science Park, 617-723-2500. Forget Named one of “America's 50 Best Hotel Restaurants” by Food prime rib; and its signature dessert—hot chocolate lava cake. dinner and a movie—now it’s brunch and a movie at the and Wine. B, L, D LS, VP. $$$$ Private parties for 30 or more by reservation only. L, D, C. $$$ noontime Skyline Sunday Brunch. The package includes tickets to the Museum’s newest IMAX film, admission to the exhibit TEATRO, 177 Tremont St., 617-778-6841. Teatro boasts a rea- FAJITAS & ’RITAS, 25 West St., 617-426-1222. Established in halls and free parking. Tickets: $32; seniors $31; children $30. sonably priced Italian-influenced menu by executive chef 1989, Fajitas & ’Ritas features fresh, healthy Tex-Mex and bar- Reservations recommended. $ Robert Jean and owner/chef Jamie Mammano. The restaurant becue cuisine. The restaurants stress generous portions, was named “Best Pre-Theatre Dining 2003” (Improper affordable prices, open casual space and prompt, friendly OCEANA, Marriott Long Wharf Hotel, 296 State St., 617-227- Bostonian) and “Best Italian Restaurant 2003” (Boston maga- America’s service. Boston: Mon–Tue 11:30 a.m.–9 p.m., Wed, Thu & Sat 3838. One of Boston’s premier seafood spots. Boasting a zine). D Mon–Sat 5 p.m.–midnight; Sun 4–11 p.m. Oldest ’til 10 p.m., Fri ’til 11 p.m., Sun noon–8 p.m. C, LS. www.faji- breathtaking view of the Harbor, Oceana offers uniquely pre- Reservations accepted. www.teatroboston.com. C, VP. $$$ Restaurant tasandritas.com. $. SEE LOCATOR #2 ON CENTER MAP. pared fresh seafood. B, L, D, SB. $$ YE OLDE UNION OYSTER HOUSE, 41 Union St., 617-227- On The INTRIGUE, Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf, 617-856- PARKER’S RESTAURANT, Omni Parker House, 60 School St., 2750. Steps from Quincy Market stands America’s oldest Freedom Trail 7744. Casual elegance surrounds this unique cafe. Beautiful 617-725-1600. Executive chef Jerry Tice celebrates nostalgic restaurant, serving Yankee-style seafood, beef and chicken. In The decor and breathtaking harbor views are perfect for those who cuisine with a contemporary flair. The stately dining room Famed for its oyster bar where Daniel Webster dined daily. Faneuil Hall Area desire a cosmopolitan, relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy a global reflects the rich culinary heritage that lives on at the birthplace Specialties include clam chowder, swordfish, and fresh lobster. menu created by renowned chef Daniel Bruce. B, L, D, LS. $ of Boston cream pie and the Parker House roll. B, L, D. $$$$ L, D Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 10 p.m. VP. Specializing In Yankee Style Seafood, www.unionoysterhouse.com. $$$ Fresh New England Lobster JER-NE RESTAURANT & BAR, The Ritz-Carlton Boston RADIUS, 8 High St., 617-426-1234. James Beard Award-win- Common, 12 Avery St., 617-574-7176. Chef Jason Adams sets ning chef Michael Schlow churns out impeccably prepared And Grilled Meats an uncharted course of adventure in contemporary cuisine, nouveau French fare such as foie gras-suffused Vermont EAST BOSTON/AIRPORT 41 Union Street • 617-227-2750 featuring American favorites, seafood and steaks, all artistically pheasant and New Zealand loin of venison in an ultra-modern, presented. The artful menu is created from a palette of lush minimalist setting. Pastry chef Paul Connors creates rapturous- HARBORSIDE GRILL, Hyatt Harborside, 101 Harborside Drive, Sunday-Thursday 11 am-9:30 pm Friday & Saturday 11 am-10 pm local flavors. The restaurant also boasts an exhibition kitchen. ly delectable desserts. The ambiance is powerbroker chic, and 617-568-6060. The Harborside Grill offers panoramic views of the Union Bar til-Midnight B, L, D, SB, C, LS. $$$$ the service is top-notch. L, D, C, LS. $$$$ Boston skyline from every seat in the dining room. During the day, All Major Credit Cards Honored • Validated Parking the Grill is a welcoming casual location for a bowl of chowder, and Visit Our Website • www.unionoysterhouse.com *JULIEN, Langham Hotel Boston, 250 Franklin St., 617-451- SPIRE, Nine Zero Hotel, 90 Tremont St., 617-772-0202. in the evening is transformed into a sophisticated seafood 1900. The award-winning Julien offers creative contempo- Alluringly ensconced in Boston’s most fashionable luxury bou- restaurant. Open daily 6 a.m.–10 p.m. B, L, D, SB, C, VP. $$$ rary French cuisine in a formal dining room of unparalleled elegance and intimacy. An ideal setting for pre-theatre din- ing, a private business dinner or a romantic celebration. D

Mon–Sat 6–10 p.m. Tapas menu available at bar Mon–Fri r

4–7 p.m. $$$$ estaur

CHANG’S LETTUCE WRAPS *KENNEDY’S MIDTOWN, 42 Province Street, 617-426-3333. Featuring prime aged steaks, seafood, and traditional pub fare. ants Giving salad an Kennedy’s offers all the comforts of a traditional pub, with a touch of class. Kennedy’s upstairs location offers a relaxing inferiority complex dining atmosphere with a lively bar offering live piano music on Thu, Fri & Sun. Open daily; L 11 a.m.–4 p.m.; D Sun–Tue since 1993. ants 4 p.m.–10 p.m., Wed–Sat 4 p.m.–11 p.m.; B Sat & Sun 9 a.m.–2 p.m. www.kennedysmidtown.com. $$

estaur LOCKE-OBER, 3 Winter Place, 617-542-1340. Helmed by

r local culinary innovator Lydia Shire (Biba, Excelsior), this downtown landmark has been refurbished and restored to its former glory. The menu of this Boston Brahmin bastion has been updated, but Shire has kept many of its classics, including the steak tartar and the legendary lobster Savannah. L, D, LS. $$$$

MCCORMICK & SCHMICK’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT, Park Reservations Accepted Plaza Hotel, 34 Columbus Ave., 617-482-3999; Faneuil Hall Marketplace, North Market, 617-720-5522. Renowned for fresh seafood and lively atmosphere, M & S also offers steak, chicken and pasta dishes. Daily 11 a.m.–11:30 p.m., Fri & Sat ‘til midnight. Bar menu Mon–Fri 3:30–6:30 p.m., Sat & Sun 10 p.m.–midnight. $$$

In the Theatre District MERITAGE, Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf, 617-439- 8 Park Plaza • 617-573-0821 3995. Fresh, seasonal cuisine is carefully matched to an (at the Transportation Building) appropriate vintage from the 12,000-bottle wine collection. pfchangs.com The restaurant’s interior combines slate, marble, exotic wood ___ and leather, creating a luxurious atmosphere to accompany a ___ 60 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 61

FANEUIL HALL with a rotating selection of the MFA’s modern masterpieces. L Zagat Survey’s “Top New Restaurant 2002” and winner of Best daily 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; D Wed–Fri 5:30–8:30 p.m.; SB of Boston 2001, this eatery is racking up raves for its regional *BLACK ROSE, 160 State St., next to Faneuil Hall Market- 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m. $$$ Italian cuisine, superb wine list, lively bar and elegant place, 617-742-2286. Located in the Faneuil Hall Marketplace ambiance. D nightly 5–11 p.m.; Sat & Sun ’til 11:30 p.m.; bar area, this popular pub features aged beef, chicken, fresh GREAT BAY, Hotel Commonwealth, 500 Commonwealth Ave., menu ’til 12:15 a.m.; C ’til 1 a.m. VP. $$$. SEE LOCATOR #7 native seafood, light fare, hearty sandwiches and other 617-532-5300. Christopher Myers and chef Michael Schlow ON CENTER MAP. American and Irish classics from the grill served in a casual, (Radius, Via Matta) present their unique take on the seafood jovial atmosphere. Live Irish music nightly and weekend after- and raw bar concepts. This eclectic space in Kenmore Square MAMMA MARIA, 3 North Square, 617-523-0077. “Mamma noons. L, D, LS, SB. Traditional Irish breakfast served. $ serves delectable fare such as fish tacos and the acclaimed Maria stands for what Italian food is. Simplicity, quality baked stuffed lobster. L, D, SB, C, LS. $$$ ingredients and fun…the food of love.” (Emeril Lagasse, *DICK’S LAST RESORT, Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall 2004). Mamma Maria offers charming views of the neighbor- Marketplace, 617-267-8080. Dick’s serves ribs and chicken hood and city skyline, as well as a Wine Spectator Award- by the bucket, 74 kinds of beer and more. SB 10 a.m.–3 p.m. NORTH END winning wine list. D Sun–Thu 5–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m. includes Belgian waffles and a make-your-own Bloody Mary VP. www.mammamaria.com. $$$. SEE LOCATOR #8 ON bar. Live music, no cover, no dress code and definitely no DAVIDE, 326 Commercial St., 617-227-5745. Boasts an CENTER MAP. class. L 11:30 a.m.–4 p.m.; D Sun–Thu 4 p.m.–midnight, Fri upscale yet casual atmosphere with Northern Italian-inspired & Sat ’til 1 a.m. www.dickslastresort.com. $$ dishes. Accolades include the Zagat Award, The Five-Star MASSIMINO’S CUCINA ITALIANA, 207 Endicott St., 617-523- Diamond Award and plaudits from Wine Spectator. All pastas and 5959. Owner/chef Massimino was formerly head chef of *DURGIN-PARK, 340 Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 617-227- desserts made fresh on premises. Reservations recommended. L Naples’ Hotel Astoria and Switzerland’s Metropolitan Hotel. His 2038. A Boston landmark in historic Faneuil Hall (where your Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; D daily 5–10 p.m. C, VP. $$$ eatery’s specialties include veal chop stuffed with arugula, pro- grandfather and great-grandfather may have dined) features sciutto, smoked mozzarella and black olives, amongst other steaks, chops and seafood in a New England tradition. Piano FLORENTINE CAFE, 333 Hanover St., 617-227-1777. Revered delights. L, D, LS, C. Mon–Thu 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til and oyster bars open late. L, D. $ by visitors and residents for decades, this historic cafe is one 11 p.m.; Sun noon–9 p.m. $ of Boston’s culinary landmarks. Lobster ravioli with tomatoes and lobster cream sauce and seared veal with grilled shrimp FENWAY/KENMORE SQUARE in Frangelico mushroom sauce are just two of the Italian won- SOUTH BOSTON WATERFRONT ders awaiting you in this charming bistro setting. Daily noon–1 BRAVO, Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave., 617-369- a.m. L, D, C. $$$. SEE LOCATOR #3 ON CENTER MAP. ANTHONY’S PIER 4, 140 Northern Ave., 617-482-6262. For 37 3474. Chef Benjamin Cevelo brings his creative touch to an years, this Boston institution has tempted diners with Maine eclectic and contemporary menu. The restaurant’s bold decor, LUCCA RESTAURANT & BAR, 226 Hanover St., 617-742- lobster, fresh New England seafood, imported Dover sole, prime created by famed restaurant designer Peter Niemitz, meshes 9200. Winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2002, steaks and a huge wine list. The dining room offers a view of Boston Harbor and the city skyline. L & D Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m., Sat noon–11 p.m., Sun noon–10 p.m. $$

AURA, Seaport Hotel, One Seaport Lane, 617-385-4300. Aura’s r

seasonal menus showcase a passion for using fresh, local estaur ingredients in his recipes. Chef John Merrill partners with local arborside estaurant farmers and fishermen to select freshly harvested vegetables, Harborside Restaurant seafood that is just off the boat and specially aged meats and ants The rrestaurantestaurant with an ocean of window dressing. cheeses to create his award-winning meals. B, L, D, SB. $$$ JIMMY’S HARBORSIDE, 242 Northern Ave., 617-423-1000. Since 1924, visitors and natives alike have enjoyed Jimmy’s ants Harborside. The waterfront location offers views of historic Boston Harbor and the menu features award-winning chow- ders, Maine lobster, traditional Boston haddock and jumbo

estaur baked stuffed shrimp. Mon–Thu noon–9:30 p.m., Fri & Sat

r ’til 10 p.m., Sun 4–9 p.m. VP. $$$. SEE LOCATOR #6 ON CENTER MAP.

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B&G OYSTERS, 550 Tremont St., 617-423-0550. This sophisti- cated South End raw bar from James Beard Award-winning chef Barbara Lynch (No. 9 Park) and partner Garrett Harker features bivalves from Wellfleet to the West Coast, as well as signature dishes like the lobster BLT and the Maine lobster roll. L, D, LS, VP. $$

DELUX CAFE & LOUNGE, 100 Chandler St., 617-338-5258. This tiny South End pub has long been a local favorite for its inexpensive eats and rock-and-roll atmosphere. Don’t expect typical bar food, however, as the eatery’s monthly menu can Boston HistoricHistoric FishFish PierPier • 617.423.1000 include everything from pan-seared tuna to a grilled cheese Functions for any occasion sandwich featuring brie and chutney to chips and salsa made ___ with seasonal fruit. D, C, LS, NC. $ ___ 62 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 63 HAMERSLEY’S BISTRO, 533 Tremont St., 617-423-2700. including oysters, succulent New England lobsters and its This pioneering French-American classic, helmed by the hus- famous clam “chowda.” Extensive wine list. L & D. $$$ band and wife team of Gordon and Fiona Hamersley, first put the South End dining scene on the map. Try the duck confit P.F. CHANG’S, 8 Park Plaza, Theatre District, 617-573-0821. Boston’s Tables or the roast chicken with garlic, lemon and parsley. Long Traditional Chinese cuisine and American hospitality regarded as one of the city’s top tables. D. $$$$ combine in this upbeat bistro. Specialties include Chang’s chicken in soothing lettuce wraps, Dan Dan noodles and PERDIX, 560 Tremont St., 617-338-8070. A New American orange peel shrimp. Enjoy an impressive list of over 50 bistro in the South End run with flair by chef Tim Partridge wines. Reservations accepted. L & D Sun–Wed 11:30 and his wife Nini Diana. Elegant and charming, this a.m.–11 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til midnight. C, LS. $$ welcome newcomer has been acclaimed for such whimsical signature dishes as “Today’s steak with whatever Tim wants” PIGALLE, 75 Charles St. South, 617-423-4944. This welcom- and the dessert staple, “Really freakin’ good chocolate ing bistro in Park Square brings exquisite French cuisine to torte.” D, SB. $$$ the Theatre District via the inventive culinary artistry and per- sonally charming service of co-owners and husband-and- wife team Marc Orfaly and Kerri Foley. D, VP. $$$ THEATRE DISTRICT THEATRE CAFE, Radisson Hotel, 200 Stuart St., 617-574- *JACOB WIRTH, 37 Stuart St., 617-338-8586. Opened in 2752. Located in the heart of the theater district, this 1868, Jacob Wirth is the city’s second-oldest restaurant, restaurant features traditional American fare in a comfortable serving traditional German fare, including wiener schnitzel, atmosphere and is a great location for pre- and post-theater sauerbraten and a great selection of German beers. This dining. Seasonal outdoor dining and discounted parking at Theater District mainstay still resembles an old-time saloon, on-site garage is available. B, L, D. $$ complete with ancient mahogany bar, weathered floors and weekly piano sing-alongs. L, D, C, LS. $$ WISTERIA, Doubletree Hotel Boston, 821 Washington St., 617-956-7900. This restaurant and bar with a nouveau Asian LEGAL SEA FOODS RESTAURANT, 26 Park Plaza, Park twist offers an innovative menu that synthesizes New Square Motor Mart, 617-426-4444; 255 State St., Long England seafood and Asian cuisine. Impeccable service and Wharf, 617-227-3115; Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., attention to detail are apparent, from the unique presentation 617-266-6800; other locations. For more than 50 years, of entrees on signature china to the welcoming hotel towel Legal Sea Foods has served the freshest seafood possible, offered upon being seated. L & D. $$$ ants estaur r

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RAW BAR APPETIZERS o Crab, Avocado and Mango Stack Seared Boneless Buffalo Tenders o Scallops o Peppered Ahi Tuna Shrimp Cocktail & Bacon o Clam Chowder AIIA S APPETIZERS ® Coconut Crunchy Shrimp o Lobster STERLING BEEF T o Spring Rolls o Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Bourbon Street Sirloin Montreal RET Steak® o “Hand-Cut” Filet Mignon o B BY

SEAFOOD Shepherds Pie O Steamed Maine Lobster o Dynamite T HO Mahi Mahi o Herb Crusted Salmon FRESH FISH P o Spiced Yellowfin Ahi o Pan Seared Fish & Chips o Honey Bourbon o Sea Scallops Baked Stuffed Shrimp CHART HOUSE Salmon o Baked Seafood Casserole KENNEDY’S MIDTOWN o Alaskan King Crab Legs o 60 Long Wharf • 617-227-1576 42 Province St. • 617-426-3333 Dungeness Crab Clusters chart-house.com PASTA & POULTRY www.kennedysmidtown.com o PRIME RIB & STEAKS Chicken, Broccoli & Ziti Lobster et Chart House take you to a place where time stands still, o arm and enchanting, Kennedy’s Irish Pub & Steak House Prime Rib o Filet Mignon o New Ravioli Classic Chicken Marsala York Strip o Tenderloin Medallions the historic Hancock Counting House. This Boston landmark offers all the comforts of a traditional pub with a touch of L once housed the offices of John Hancock, an American Patriot. SANDWICHES Wclass. Old World-style dining rooms accented with historic DESSERT Experience their million-dollar renovations while savoring a seamless Kennedys Sirloin Burger o photos and soft candlelight provide a classic setting, while the Hot Chocolate Lava Cake blend of high quality seafood and steaks—including whole, steamed Mushroom Swiss Burger o Dublin mahogany bar offers a relaxed experience. An upbeat piano bar is fea- Raspberry Crème Brulée lobster, cracked for you right at your table, and prime rib rubbed with Chicken Sandwich o Kennedys Club tured select nights and during brunch. Just steps from Boston Common, aromatic herbs and spices and slow roasted to succulent perfection. theaters and shopping, Kennedy’s is a welcome respite for all.

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ANTIPASTI Fagottini ai Funghi di Bosco: Puff pastry stuffed with wild mushrooms and fontina cheese in a marsala sauce o Capesante a Forno: Roasted scallops in a red pepper sauce with basil oil

PRIMI Fusilli alla Boscaiola: Hand-rolled pasta with wild mushroom, prosciutto in a parmigiano cream sauce DAVIDE PESCE 326 Commercial St., North End • 617-227-5745 Tonno e Capesante Balsamico: Pan-seared www.daviderestaurant.com tuna and scallop in a balsamic reduction with fresh diced tomato and basil n integral part of the North End’s dining scene for over CARNI 20 years, Davide first opened in 1982. While reflecting Carre D’Angello all’Aglio e A the rich traditions of Northern Italy, the dishes amaze Rosmarino: Roasted rack of lamb diners with their originality. Davide has earned numerous with a roasted garlic and rosemary accolades over the years, including recognition as one of the crust in Barolo wine nation’s top 50 Italian restaurants, and boasts one of the finest wine lists in the city.

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index Italian restaurants. The cui- TIME TRAVELING: North Square’s NORTH END 69 Old World cobblestoned streets play host to not only sine is authentic and con- fine Italian eateries, but also to the historic Charm sistently delicious, whether Paul Revere House on the Freedom Trail. BACK BAY 72 Old World Sicilian, tradi- tional Northern Italian or Renowned as Boston’s Mediterranean fusion. And patriot/midnight rider and BEACON HILL 74 neighborhoods “Little Italy,” the North End though the ambience can be his family (including 16 CAMBRIDGE 76 is constantly brimming boisterous, romantic or children!) from 1770–1800. with the aroma of garlic somewhere in between, the Christ Church, a.k.a. the and freshly cooked cuisine. setting is usually intimate, Old North Church, Boston’s But its storied history is with patrons rubbing oldest standing church also part of its charm. The elbows with one another (built in 1723) served as the oldest neighborhood in the in crowded dining rooms— signal tower that spurred city, it gave birth to the it’s all part of the Revere on his jaunt through American Revolution on its European feel. the countryside. And Copp’s narrow cobblestone streets One of Boston’s most Hill Burying Ground, BRIGHT LIGHT: and has been home to wave well-known attractions is, founded in 1660 as the Gaslamps and brick buildings, such as these in Beacon Hill, after wave of new immi- of course, the Freedom Hub’s second cemetery, are two hallmarks of the city’s grants. Today, the North Trail. Three of its sites are provided the final resting historic neighborhoods. End remains one of the located in the North End. place of many famous colo- Refer to page 74. most European neighbor- The Paul Revere House, nials, such as the Puritan hoods in America. Boston’s oldest home built preachers of the Mather The North End is widely circa 1680, was occupied by family, including PHOTO BY D ELLA H UFF ___ known for its abundance of the famed silversmith/ cont. on page 70 >> ___ ABOVE PHOTO BY D ELLA H UFF 68 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 69 NORTH END WINE SPECTATOR AWARD OF EXCELLENCE 2002

“ZAGAT SURVEY, TOP NEWCOMER 2002” “BEST ITALIAN CUISINE. REGIONAL ITALIAN CUISINE By far the best restaurant in the North End, Dinner Nightly from 5 Mamma Maria might be the best in town.” Late night menu until 12:15 a.m. Frommer’s Boston 2005 Drinks until 1 a.m. three north square, boston (617) 523-0077 226 Hanover St., North End, Boston www.mammamaria.com (617) 742-9200 • www.luccaboston.com Valet Parking — Private Function Room

<< cont. from page 69 locale. These spectacles CELEBRATE GOOD TIMES: Salem Witch Trial-era firebrand Cotton usually celebrate the Processions and Mather, and Edmund Hartt, whose ship- patron saints of Italian festivals celebrating the feast days of yard constructed the U.S. Navy’s flagship villages and center around various saints take U.S.S. Constitution. jubilant parades of the over the streets of the In keeping with its Old World charac- saints’ statues through the North End throughout the summer. ter, the North End observes many tradi- North End’s winding tions imported from the shores of Europe. roadways. Food vendors, neighborhoods One such annual rite is the weekly Italian hawking everything from Offering a Creative Menu Specializing in Fresh feasts and processions, sausage to calamari, add their own Seafood and Homemade kept alive by immi- flavor to the scene. THE OLD Nouvelle Italian Cuisine Pasta. Visit the Hyatt NEIGHBORHOOD: grants and their If you’re looking for belly laughs Harborside and Relax in Dozens of local shops offer- descendents, that take instead of a full belly, have a seat at the featuring a variety of Our Unique Atmosphere, ing authentic Italian goods place throughout the Improv Asylum on Hanover Street to take meats and fresh fish... Enjoy the Spectacular View from coffee to cold cuts and pastry to pasta line the summer and enliven in the wild antics of this innovative Specials prepared daily; of the Boston Skyline and streets of the North End. this already spirited comedy troupe. The Asylum offers off-the- Pan seared veal with Taste What Boston Is cuff fun and hilarity at its original North grilled shrimp, housemade Talking About. End venue. lobster ravioli and Certified And if you haven’t had enough of good Black Angus beef. Full bar neighborhoods old Paul Revere, check out Paul Revere and private function Hyatt Harborside Tonight, which runs at the Old North 101 Harborside Drive room available. Boston, MA 02128 Church during the summer and fall. (617) 568-6060 Award-winning actor David Conner re- 333 HANOVER ST., BOSTON www.boston.hyatt.com creates this legendary figure and tells the 617.227.1777 [email protected] oft-untold stories of Revere’s upbringing www.florentinecafeboston.com ___ and his midnight ride. ___ ABOVE PHOTO BY D ELLA H UFF TOP PHOTO COURTESY OF THE G REATER 70 PANORAMA B OSTON C ONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 71

BACK BAY

Once the swamp was gone, In Style RIVER VIEW: The picturesque Back architect Arthur Gilman Bay skyline, appointed by the Hancock and drew up the plans to build Prudential towers, overlooks the Charles River Esplanade. It’s the great American a largely uniform series of success story: rising from three- and four-story the humblest of beginnings brownstones. prominent feature is the to achieve prestige and Real estate is pricey in alphabetical cross streets, creative southwestern cuisine greatness. As such, this highly desired neigh- which intersect the main PHOTO BY S COTT ROBERTO

222 Berkeley Street neighborhoods Boston’s chic Back Bay may borhood—bordered on the residential thoroughfares you. Once your shopping is Copley Square, Boston OLD AND NEW: 617.247.2225 well be the ultimate north by the Charles River, of Beacon Street, Trinity Church and the complete (or you just need American neighborhood— Arlington Street to Park Marlborough Street and Hancock Tower, two to rest and reload), the of the city’s most snakebites classically beautiful Square on the east, Commonwealth Avenue, as prominent architect- street also boasts ice brownstone residences, Columbus Avenue to well as the commercial ural landmarks, stand cream shops like JP Licks angus ranch strip steak paired with block after Huntington Avenue, boulevards of Newbury and side by side in Copley and Ben and Jerry’s, and Square. block of high-end, glam- Dalton Street and the Boylston streets. fashionable restaurants fire and spice pasta orous retail space, on a Massachusetts Turnpike on The Back Bay draws a and bars like Sonsie, mango margaritas stretch of land that was the south, and Charlesgate high number of visitors Stephanie’s on Newbury once a fetid marsh. East on the west—and it’s because of Newbury Street, and Ciao Bella, great for outdoor dining. fresh grilled salmon fillet Between 1857 and 1882, easy to understand why which has been referred to The Back Bay is also home to some of neighborhoods what we know as today’s when one strolls past the as “the East Coast’s own Boston’s architectural standouts—from the 20% food discount for parties of six to Back Bay was a tidewater gorgeous old brick build- Rodeo Drive.” If you’re itch- classic beauty of Trinity Church (built in twenty guests with this ad flat for the Charles River. ings, amply shaded by ing to rev up the charge 1877) and the Boston Public Library, to Gradually it was filled in, trees, and within short cards, and names like Boston’s largest and most impressive mod- Just a few reasons to come visit us. the largest part of a project walking distance of pictur- Gucci, Cartier, Chanel and ern skyscrapers, the 62-story John Hancock www.cottonwoodboston.com that would more than esque Boston Common and DKNY get your heart racing, Tower and the Prudential Center, which ___ double the size of the city. the Public Garden. Another then this is the place for houses offices, restaurants and shops. *two hours free parking back bay garage after 5 p.m. ___ ABOVE PHOTO BY D ELLA H UFF 72 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 73

BEACON HILL

BOSTON’S HIDDEN JEWEL

RESERVATIONS SUGGESTED 711/2 Charles Street, Beacon Hill BRICK HOUSE: blance to its European 617.227.3524 of Boston, such as Harrison Colonial architecture, roots—narrow cobblestone TRUE COLORS: The many ivy-covered cobblestoned streets Heart of Gray Otis, William Scollay brick walls of Beacon Hill blaze with color and gas lit streetlamps streets and gas-lit street- and Charles Bulfinch, who every autumn. make many parts of lamps still abound. While the City Beacon Hill a throw- were all property owners back to the past. other areas of Boston are here. Beyond that, Beacon loaded with trendy restau- As much as early Hill has remained the seat other Revolution-era rants and designer bou- Bostonians struggled to of political power in luminaries), King’s Chapel tiques, visitors to Beacon define themselves as mem- Boston. The Massachusetts and, on School Street, the Hill are more likely to find quaint antique neighborhoods bers of a separate nation, State House was completed site of America’s first public shops along Charles Street and “local” arouse and not English citizens, at the top of Beacon Hill in school (in 1856, a statue of restaurants, off the beaten path but beloved remnants of the Old World’s 1798, and in 1874 it Benjamin Franklin was for generations. One exception is the origi- your culture, morality and, par- received the gold leaf finish erected near the site). One nal place “where everybody knows your enses ticularly, its physical archi- on its massive dome, which, spot on the Trail not to be name”—the Bull & Finch Pub, used as the celebrating 10 years tecture were bound to live thanks to diligent mainte- missed is the Old State inspiration for the classic sitcom “Cheers” of fine Persian cuisine on in Boston. Today, there’s nance and renovations over House, at the corner of can be found on Beacon Street and still nowhere in Boston that this the years, still shines bril- Washington and State draws in throngs of tourists annually. still holds true more than liantly today. streets. In 1776, the And for those who cherish the outdoors, the historically upper-class It’s here that visitors to Declaration of Beacon Hill shares the Boston Common environs of the Beacon the Freedom Trail begin Independence was first with Downtown, offering visitors the neighborhoods Hill neighborhood. their travels—passing by publicly read in Boston opportunity to take advantage of a natural Beacon Hill has tradi- historical landmarks such from the building’s east oasis upon which to throw a Frisbee, soak tionally been the home of as Park Street Church, the balcony, and the building up some sun, ride a foot-pedaled Swan

leaders—Boston’s first Old Granary Burying overlooks the site of the Boat through the Public Garden, or simply ® 97 MT. VERNON ST., BEACON HILL 617.720.5511 • LALAROKH.COM mayor, John Phillips, lived Ground (final resting place Boston Massacre in 1770. sit on a bench and watch the world go by, FULL SPIRITS MENU here, as well as instrumen- of John Hancock, Paul Physically, the neighbor- the way generations of Bostonians have PRIVATE ROOMS NOW AVAILABLE FOR HOLIDAY PARTIES ___ tal figures in the formation Revere, Samuel Adams and hood still bears resem- done before. ___ ABOVE PHOTOS BY D ELLA H UFF 74 PANORAMA sDECEMBER 5–18, 2005 75

CAMBRIDGE Inman Square Just north of Central Square, the more res- idential, quieter Inman Square prides itself on hometown sensibility, with a fresh & honest diverse working-class population, many of whom speak Portuguese. No elitism here: the area’s only monument is the Cambridge Fireman’s Mural. It is a place where food brings people together, whether at a range of local ethnic markets or at restaurants known for their bold serving breakfast, lunch, flavors, like Chris Schlesinger’s East Coast supper and brunch Grill. It does get rowdy over at the ImprovBoston, where an acclaimed come- dy troupe spoofs on sports, mystery and pop culture with jamboree music and general “joyful chaos.” Local and up-and- coming national jazz acts entertain music 617.661.5005 lovers at Ryles Jazz Club. at the charles hotel harvard square Kendall Square www.charleshotel.com and is home to the annual DOME SWEET DOME: MIT’s Great Kendall Square, home to MIT—with its Dome, the site of many student pranks Square Central Square World’s Fair. over the years, is an indelible Cambridge conspicuous concrete dome, the scene of Deal It’s lined with coffee shops, landmark. many famous pranks—looks more like a burrito joints, down-home high-brow business park than a neighbor- music stores, and its own hood. Among the modern, sleek bio-tech The people of Cambridge share of great restaurants Yard, home of the homony- firms and research labs, there are more would like to inform the like La Groceria, Gandhi mous Harvard University, than a few secret hiding places for fun. At world that their fine city is and Cuchi Cuchi. Every which makes its quaint pres- the Kendall Square Cinema, movie buffs neighborhoods not a neighborhood of night of the week, fans of ence on the north side of the can check out foreign and independent Boston. Although it often rock, jazz, hip-hop and the square. With all this intellec- films along with ice cream and espresso. gets lumped together with blues line up at the doors of tual energy flowing, it’s no And for shoppers, the CambridgeSide Beantown, Cambridge stands venues such as the Middle surprise that Harvard Galleria houses over 100 stores, including alone with all the sustaining East Cafe, T.T. the Bear’s Square has been dubbed Banana Republic, J. Crew and Best Buy. qualities of an international Place and Green Street Grill. “the book mecca of the city center. Throughout world.” Not everyone here is Porter Square Kendall, Central, Inman, a student, though. A walk Harvard Square Harvard and Porter Squares, along Massachusetts Avenue The young, artistic crowd influences the nearly 100,000 residents The grand cultural and or JFK Street reveals musi- stretch of Cambridge just beyond Harvard share a spirited range of geographical nucleus of cians, magicians and street Square. Porter Square, on the outskirts of neighborhoods cultural influences. Cambridge houses six per- performers, who add color to Mass. Ave., is full of eclectic second-hand PORTRAITS – FINE ART forming arts theaters, three the already bustling square. shops and home to restaurants like the Studio & Location Available movie theaters, nine muse- Diners flock to Harvard Cambodian-French favorite Elephant Walk Central Square 617-543-4808 ums, over 100 restaurants Square for the food as well, and the Temple Bar. For a feel of the www.johnsavone.com Central Square sets a swift and more than 400 retail at favorites like Henrietta’s avant-garde arts scene, head to the pace as the social center for stores. History is everywhere, Table, UpStairs on the provocative Lizard Lounge for a poetry ___ Cambridge professionals including storied Harvard Square and Rialto. jam or live music. ___ 76 PANORAMA DECEMBER 5–18, 2005 77

5questions with… GaryGary Gulman by Josh B. WWardropardrop ising comic Gary Gulman, a Rcontestant on NBC’s reality show “Last Comic Standing,” is a true local boy. Raised in nearby Peabody, he studied accounting at Boston College and played tight end for the BC Eagles. Now, he’s recorded his first comedy CD, Conversations with Inanimate Objects, and returns home to play the Comedy Connection December 16 and 17. Refer to listing, page 23.

Q: How did “Last Comic I actually Standing” change your life? “ A: BasicallyBasically,, I now headline clubs think I’m that wouldn’t return my phone calls funnier than beforbefore.e. I can work evereveryy weekend. I was before And, I actually think I’m funnier than I was before I was before I did the show. I did the show.show. Q: Is there more TV in ” your future?future? A: I’ve been offered the chance to host or appear on mormoree reality shows, but I’m not interestedinterested in Q: YYou’reou’re a homeboyhomeboy.. becoming a talking head. I’m workwork-- Where do you recom- ing on developing a sitcom, though, mend people go when which I’m hoping will hit. they visit Boston? Q: How have you kept A: I like the Border Café in from getting a swelled Q: Since you werweree an account- Harvard Square for Mexican. ego as your fame has ant before stand-up, does this And NewburyNewbury StreetStreet is greatgreat grgrown?own? mean you won’twon’t end up penni- for people watching—I love A: For every 100 nice less like some entertainers? that therthere’se’s this unofunofficialficial line e-mails I get about my A: I don’tdon’t know. I’m pretty irrespon- of demarcationdemarcation just beforebefore comedy, I’m always able to sible. I’m not really a scrimper and Virgin Megastore where it dwell on the one negative saver. I blow a lot of money on goes from ritzy and high- response—and then I just try 14001400 WWorcesterorcester RRdd ((RteRte 99)) DVDs and music. [Laughs] My falutin’ to grungy and to start a campaign to NNatickatick 550808 662828-99009900 ___money’smoney’s all in CDs! skateboarskateboardy.dy. destroydestroy that person. 78 PANORAMA MS0439 Panorama AD 11/16/05 1:06 PM Page 1 aphics.com .hkgr aphics.com www

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