‘Porgy and Bess,’ made new
Much has been said about the American Repertory Theater’s (A.R.T.) new version of the 1935 opera “Porgy and Bess.” But as the show continues to evolve, its director prefers to keep the ever-changing details quiet, opting to let the production of “The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess” speak for itself. “It’s been great to have so much dialogue about the production,” said A.R.T. Artistic Director Diane Paulus, who has stirred debate in the theater world with her new take on the classic work, which features music by legendary composer George Gershwin and lyrics by his brother Ira and author Dubose Heyward. “We hope people come to see it, and get involved and engage with it. That’s the goal.” Paulus collaborated with Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Suzan-Lori Parks and two-time Obie Award winner Diedre Murray to develop a new vision for the show with the approval of the Gershwin estate. The show stars four-time Tony...