This Week’s Forecast: 5.6.10

THEATER
5/7 OPENING NIGHT OF JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
The collaboration between Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, Jesus Christ Superstar is one of the most popular works created for the musical theatre. Set in two acts, Jesus Christ Superstar tells the story of the final seven days in the life of Jesus of Nazareth. The musical dramatizes Jesus’ entry in Jerusalem, his betrayal by Judas, the trial before Pontius Pilate, and his ultimate crucifixion. citicenter.org
 

ART
5/6 – 5/8 MassArt SPRING SALE
Featuring works by students and alumni, the sale will include original paintings, ceramics, printmaking, photography, fashion accessories, sculpture, jewelry, glassware, metals and more. The best part? All proceeds will help to provide financial assistance for the school and students. massart.edu

5/6-5/9 CERAMICS PROGRAM: 40th ANNIVERSARY SPRING SHOW AND SALE 2010
More than sixty potters and sculptors will present selections of hand-made work ranging from masterpieces to treasured bargains. Long recognized as the best and most varied selection of contemporary ceramics in the Northeast, this popular exhibition attracts several thousand visitors each year. harvard.edu

SPORTS
5/7-5/9 BOSTON RED SOX vs. NEW YORK YANKEES
The never-ending MLB rivalry will take center stage at Fenway Park when the Red Sox attempt to climb back up the rankings against the Yankees. boston.redsox.mlb.com

5/7 & 5/9 BOSTON CELTICS vs. CLEVELAND CAVALIERS
The Celtics and the Cavs meet again in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. After a run in Cleveland, the Celtics return home to the Garden for Games 3 and 4. nba.com/celtics

COMEDY
5/8 LISA LAMPANELLI
Lisa Lampanelli, comedy’s lovable queen of mean, will perform two shows in one night at Boston’s Wilbur Theatre. Be prepared to laugh, because this comedian makes fun of everyone, whether you like it or not. thewilburtheatre.com/