Spring Arts Preview 2015

Edited by Carly Carioli

Pixies Calling: At spring’s biggest music fest, a homecoming for Boston’s greatest rock ‘n’ roll band. Plus: Seven hometown gigs you can’t miss.

 Sound Effects: A deaf filmmaker breaks the language barrier. Plus: The ultimate Bostonian’s spring movie checklist.

Boston Shawling: Can this Brookline artist’s work knit the city back together? Plus: 11 must-see displays for art lovers this spring.

Two Characters In Search of An Apocalypse: Mandy Patinkin and Taylor Mac await the end of the world at the A.R.T. Plus: Nine compelling performances to check out this season.

Sigh No More, Ladies: Tina Packer follows the Bard’s women from stage to page. Plus: Eight Boston-related books to add to your spring reading list.

illustrations by lorenzo petrantoni