I couldn't agree more with Will's review of the Hamby dance studio. Brian and Maureen are…read moreincredibly talented, patient, welcoming, professional, and most of all fun! I have never been a "dancer", but my girlfriend is, and I wanted to get myself up to speed so I could keep up with her. Choosing to take an advanced beginner class here was a great decision for me and I am thrilled to have found a space where I am comfortable learning the basics, but also challenged to learn more and more each week. If you're looking for a great place to pick up (or perfect) dancing I highly recommend going here! Class sizes range from just a few dancers to more than a dozen, depending on the style and level. Prices are reasonable and parking in the lot is a breeze!

My husband and I recently completed a package of dance lessons at the Hamby Ballroom Dance Studio…read more We adored our instructor, Dick, who was patient, kind, and made us laugh, all of which helped us relax and learn the proper dance steps. Over the course of 1.5 months, we got enough of the American foxtrot down to make the first dance look successful. Thank you, Dick and Suzanne!

After meeting a friend at a cafe next door I could not help but to want to bring my classes there…read moreand now we're having weekly South African Street Dance classes. Lovely studio facility and great people also not forgetting free parking is a plus !

Professional level dance instructions for all ages. The staff is professional, organized, ans…read moresupportive.

Great time, great show, every year it's a bit different as they play to the strengths of the…read moreactors. And where do you get to see a burlesque show these days!

Interesting show! Even though as a foreigner I didn't understand most of the jokes in the…read morebeginning...

Sheila's studio is the only choice for dance training of any area…read more Sheila not only cares deeply for her dancers but brings out confidence and talent that no other professional studio delivers. I have known Sheila since I was 14 and her commitment to her students is unprecedented. Having been a former dancer I refer you to Sheilas with full confidence. Sheila will foster your child using her for professional training. I watched an amazing recital a week ago...if you want someone to trust and train your child professionally and personally then Please consider this dance studio. I would not trust my daughter with any other instructor. My Best, Jennie and Hannah

We hired High Line (through Night Shift Entertainment) for our wedding, and it was hands down the…read morebest decision we made. We chose the eight-piece band -- three vocalists, guitar, drums, keyboard, and a three-piece horn section -- and it was the perfect lineup. The dance floor was packed from the very first song to the last. Beyond their incredible talent, what truly impressed us was the care they put into personalizing the night. They learned several special songs just for us, including "Maybe I'm Amazed" for our first dance, all of our parent dances, and "Wagon Wheel" for a college tradition. At midnight, they even led the entire room in Happy Birthday when my husband turned 31 -- such a fun and unforgettable moment. The vocalists came out onto the dance floor throughout the night, engaging with guests and keeping the energy high. So many people told us it was the best wedding band they've ever experienced -- and we completely agree.

We booked Nightshift (the band) for our wedding and they were simply amazing! They kept the crowd…read moredancing all night. Many people told me they were the best wedding band they had even seen. If you are looking for a Boston wedding band - book Nightshift!

Vivo is an amazing organization! My family enjoys the variety of performance arts included in each…read moreseason, and values that a range of new and local to famous and international artists are included. The staff is lovely and we recommend Vivo to friends and neighbors.

We attended the Vivo Jazz, Latin, and Klezmer performance that was part of Clarinet weekend…read more Performers Juan Ruiz, Camila Cortina, Itay Dayan, and members of the Klezmer Conservatory Band. They were incredible! This was a small setting, about 150 attendees, at the Multicultural Arts Center in East Boston. It was part of the Neighborhoods Arts Concert Series. The staff are welcoming, and the seats were individual chairs - very comfortable without view obstruction, and the setting was open with great acoustics. It is not often that you can get so close to such world class performers. After, there was a reception after for all attendees with great sandwiches, fresh fruit, cookies, and non-alcoholic beverages. This concert series is free!! It is easy to get there on the MBTA Green Line; a 5 minute walk from the Lechmere station. Tomorrow there is a Classical concert at the same location. Arrive a little early if you want a seat; and keep in mind that they are limited by capacity rules. The Neighborhood Arts series is well worth attending! Thank you Vivo Performing Arts!

I've been on a fitness kick, to make 2014 the year I up my fitness level and get in better shape…read more I decided to take 2 BABE Fit classes here, and I'm glad I did. The reason to keep trying different types of work out classes, is sometimes you stumble upon something you really enjoy. The BABE Fit class was the most fun fitness class I've ever taken! The Thursday night classes were taught by Lucie. The first half hour was cardio dancing with some burlesque style moves (but no stripping). The 2nd half hour was floor work of things like crunches and leg stretches, with a 10 minute cool down. Now, I'm pretty uncoordinated, but it's totally OK if you don't pick up the dance moves right away. Lucie was very good at explaining slowly what the moves were, and they repeat, so sometimes the repetition helps you figure the moves out. I was smiling even if I stepped off on the wrong foot for a move. The class price is very reasonable, $12 in advance or $15 at the door. If you're looking for a fun way to get out of your comfort zone and have a great work out, check out BABEfit!

Upon taking one of Miss Mina's course, I did not feel that she was comfortable to be around. She…read morewas socially awkward, and I did not feel welcomed in her studio. I also do not like the fact that they often send out emails regarding how their business is having problems /w the city of quincy, and are frequently soliciting volunteers to help them clean up their place. It seems rather needy for a business to be asking all the time. Please get your stuff together.

Speak Easy is Boston theater at its finest - great shows, decent prices, wine and chocolate sold in…read morethe lobby, no bad seats in the house. I just saw my third Speak Easy show of the season, and each production has been better than the last. "In the Next Room (or "the Vibrator Play") was... enlightening to say the least, "Nine" was musical genius, and "The Drowsy Chaperone" made me laugh so much, my sides still hurt. Look out for special events too - last night, Meredith Goldstein (who writes the Love Letters column for the Globe) was there dishing out free relationship advice after the show!

I saw a Speak Easy production of The Great American Trailer Park Musical which was absolutely…read morehysterical. It was in a black box theatre, and though my seats were in the very last row, I was still able to see the actors' expressions. Also, fantastic set for a tiny, tiny stage. I really enjoyed the production and can't wait to go to more!