Dusty and the Big Bad World, in previews beginning June 30, and running from July 6 through July 29 and running at the Martha’s Vineyard Playhouse is a darkly hilarious but even-handed take on political correctness.

Loudon Wainwright 3rd is apologizing, and it’s kind of funny. An observation about his positive mental outlook comes up. He can’t help himself.

While giving a tour of his newly-opened art space in Oak Bluffs, the Crossroads Gallery, Michael Blanchard described it as a place of healing.

John Philip Newell speaks July 5 at 6 p.m. at the Agricultural Hall.