US – Wednesday, September 8

Vaudevillians rule their cardboard world
The entire history of performance art, from mead- hall folly to classical ballet, turns up in the rollicking “4 Play,” the Flying Karamazov Brothers’ latest show, now ensconced in a cave-like set made of cardboard boxes. Barrymore than a feeling
Drew Barrymore has had some duds for onscreen partners in romantic comedies — not that she’s about to name names. “The worst is when you’re kissing someone who is not a good kisser, and you’re trying to make it look good, and you feel like you’re just working on your own,” she says. Luckily her latest film, “Going the Distance,” pairs her with someone very near to her heart: ex-boyfriend Justin Long. A vampire who’s out for blood
It’s been eight years since Tribe of Fools moved from California to West Philly, and now this troupe of minstrels are officially elder statesmen in the Philly Fringe. There is no cure for ‘Housewives’
Despite spending two seasons on “Real Housewives of New Jersey,” it seems Danielle Staub managed to emerge with some notions of self-worth, decency and the dangers of reality TV. Bravo, Danielle! Writing women off?
If Jonathan Franzen had been available for an interview, you’d be reading a feature on his new book, “Freedom.” But considering President Obama was spotted toting an advance copy and Time magazine dubbed Franzen the “Great American Novelist” on a cover last month, the guy is busy. We understand, but still feel compelled to talk about his book — something Philly-based author Jennifer Weiner finds curious.

Photo: COURTESY OF MASSACHUSETTS BREWERS GUILDFear no beer while here
While you can certainly find a decent number of micro-brews on tap at the city’s better pubs, it’s safe to say you won’t see a selection like this anywhere else when the Massachusetts Brewers Guild holds the Mass Brewers Summerfest on Friday. The festival brings 80 local craft beers from more than 20 breweries all together in one place. Fall awakening
September traditionally means restaurant openings, and 2010 will be no exception, as some of the most anticipated restaurants of the year are slated to swing open their doors. Fall awakening
Some high-profile kitchens are set to open their doors this month Where you’ll want to snag a table Plus, two food trucks to track
September traditionally means restaurant openings, and 2010 will be no exception, as some of the most anticipated restaurants of the year are slated to swing open their doors.

We’re with The Dude
Universal Pictures wasn’t exactly thrilled to see images from “The Big Lebowski” on Timothy Maxwell’s website. But only a bunch of castrating nihilists would sue The Dude Hates Cancer, Maxwell’s annual bowling benefit for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Photo: DAN WATKINSOut like a light
Sally Snowman, Boston Light’s first woman lighthouse keeper, stands on Little Brewster’s dock dressed in colonial garb, waving as the UMass Boston boat lines up to deposit visitors for a tour. Despite her contrary surname, she is a perfect welcome to the experience. Cheers to cheap happy hours
There are deals galore out there when it comes to happy hour in Philadelphia —  and sometimes the food is even free. Having a mighty fine (glass of) wine
Talia Baiocchi doesn’t do bottles. Back in da club
I didn’t spend much time at the Vinny Testa’s on Boylston, but I’m pretty sure that “Harvey Wallbangers everywhere!” isn’t something the bartenders said there too often. Bar manager Tom Mastricola is The attack of the ripened tomatoes
‘Tis the season for heirloom tomatoes. The juicy favorite of cooks, chefs and foodies everywhere are appearing in green markets and gardens all over the city. To celebrate this year’s harvest, local chefs in the Tour de France restaurant group are featuring the fruit in special menus during their third annual tomato festival.

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