A Malanky Bit of Moloko, Anyone?

We were little kids when Stanley Kubrick’s "A Clockwork Orange" came out in ’71. But a few years later, as easily influenced teenagers, dying for anything to rebel against our nice girl catholic upbringing, the Harvard Square Theater began weekly double bills of "A Clockwork Orange" and "Harold And Maude." We were hooked. Walked around the house asking mum for some eggiweggs and humming Ludwig Van. Guess the violence and sexism went right over our suppressed young heads.

Written by Amy & Nancy Harrington
Originally for GetBack.com

Finding our Corner of the Sky

When dad brought home the Pippin LP in ’72, we had no idea how dark the show was. We ran around doing our best Bob Fosse jazz hands, singing “We’ve Got Magic to Do.” As adults we realized the musical about one man’s quest to find absolute contentment, ended in the dark conclusion that complete fulfillment is an impossibility. The only answer? Submit to the “Grand Finale.” Good light hearted musical theater. Just the way we like it.

Written by Amy & Nancy Harrington
Originally for GetBack.com

Fireworks, Brewskies and a Big Birthday Bash

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On July 4, 1976, the nation celebrates the bicentennial. Americans honor the country’s birthday in their own special ways. Neighbors gather for parades and barbeques. Tourists visit historic landmarks. Gerry Ford and the Mrs. cuddle under the fireworks at the National Mall. Plenty of folks settle in with a burger and a red, white and blue brewski. And some, we’re not mentioning any names here, opt for a screening of the musical version of the birth of the nation, 1776.

Written by Amy & Nancy Harrington
Originally for GetBack.com