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WXPN Events Calendar
| Date |
Event & Description |
Venue |
September 25 -
September 25 |
Free at the Kimmel Series: Musical Performances
End the week on a high note with free live music at the Kimmel Center every Friday evening. The Free at the Kimmel series now extends to free musical performances on the Commonwealth Plaza stage every Friday throughout the 2009/10 season. The series kicks off on opening night of the Kimmel Center Presents season, September 25, 2009 from 5:30pm to 7:15pm with a performance by local Philly group Dirk Quinn Band.
Free at the Kimmel puts the spotlight on regional musicians who perform a variety of musical forms from jazz, dance, pop, classical, singer-songwriter and family fare. Every Friday from 5:30pm to 7:15pm, the Commonwealth Plaza is transformed into a casual, cabaret-style atmosphere with the Peco Café providing specially priced happy hour drinks and tapas selections for purchase. |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
November 14 -
February 28 |
Opening of George Washington Carver Exhibit
George Washington Carver makes its East Coast debut with more than 150
historical artifacts, videos, interactive displays and re-created scenes
that trace Carver’s modest beginning as a child of a slave in the Deep
South to world-renowned scientist with a postage stamp, submarine and
national monument in his honor. The exhibit is free with museum
admission and runs through Feb. 28, 2010. |
Academy of Natural Sciences, 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway |
November 25 -
February 28 |
George Washington Carver
Born into slavery, George Washington Carver devoted his life to
science, education and humanitarian efforts. A trailblazing scientist,
he laid the foundation for today’s research on plant-based fuels,
medicines and everyday products. The exhibit features more than 150
historical artifacts, videos, and interactive displays that trace
Carver’s life from his modest beginnings to world-renowned scientist.
Free with museum admission. |
Academy of Natural Sciences, 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway |
January 07 -
February 28 |
The Irish…And How They Got That Way
The popular, uplifting musical celebration of all things Irish—The Irish…And How They Got That Way, will return to the Kimmel Center beginning January 7 – February 28 at the Kimmel’s Innovation Studio. Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning author and playwright Frank McCourt, the stage musical is produced by Howard Perloff. The official press opening will be Friday, Jan. 15 at 8pm.
Tickets ranging in price from $35 - $47 are on sale now at the Kimmel Center box office, Broad & Spruce Sts. (open daily 10am to 6pm), by calling 215-731-3333, or online at www.kimmelcenter.org.Group discounts are available by calling 215-790-5883.
Performances are Thursday & Friday evenings at 8pm; Saturdays at 5pm & 8pm; and Sunday matinees at 3pm.
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Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
January 09 -
February 27 |
Philagrafika 2010
River and Roots is an Independent Project of Philagrafika 2010, Philadelphia's international festival celebrating print in contemporary art.
Philagrafika 2010 will focus on artistic practices that engage the visual, intellectual and creative frontiers in printmaking and how these approaches relate to social and political issues in the public sphere.
RIVER is the Delaware, encompassing the reach of a group of artists from Pennsylvania and New Jersey; Bobbie Diamond Adams, Fran Crum, Lisa Marie Hamilton, Raymond Hamilton and Rona Cordish Satten.
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Perkins Center for the Arts, Moorestown, NJ |
January 09 -
February 27 |
Consumed: An Art Exhibit
The Arts Council of Princeton presents Consumed: An Exhibition about Art, Money and Consumption at the Paul Robeson Center for the Arts, Taplin Gallery, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ across from the Princeton Public Library. Exhibition Dates: January 9, 2010 – February 27, 2010. Opening Reception: January 9, 2010. Artists: Mollie Murphy, Gregory Perkel, Joe Scanlan, Jules Schaeffer, Andy Warhol, Rachel Perry Welty, Andrew Wilkinson. Gallery Hours: Monday – Friday: 9:00am– 5:00pm, Saturday: 10 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. More information at www.artscouncilofprinceton.org or call 609-924-8777. Parking is available in the Spring and Hulfish Street Garages as well as metered parking along Witherspoon Street and Paul Robeson Place. |
Arts Council of Princeton, |
January 14 -
March 21 |
Blue Door
Arden Theatre Company begins 2010 with the Philadelphia premiere of Blue Door written by Tanya Barfield and directed by Walter Dallas.
$29-$48 for adults depending on the performance chosen
Group discounts available for 10+
Student Rush tickets at the door only five minutes before curtain for $5 cash, pending availability (must present valid student ID)
Call the Box Office at 215.922.1122 or visit www.ardentheatre.org
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Arden Theatre Company, Philadelphia, PA |
January 24 -
March 14 |
Photo Seminar: The Independent Project
January 24th to March 14th, Sundays,1pm-3pm, taught by Christopher Gianunzio |
Philadelphia Photo Arts Center, 1400 N. American Street, Philadelphia, PA |
January 26 -
February 14 |
The Foreigner
Hilarity ensues when Englishman Charlie Baker, self-proclaimed “world’s dullest man,” takes a vacation at a rural fishing lodge with his eccentric army buddy, Froggy LeSuer. Froggy concocts an outrageous scheme to save Charlie from his shy self by introducing him as an exotic “foreigner” who can’t speak English. Soon Charlie’s guileless persona backfires and the lodge guests share their deepest secrets and most sinister plans. Show times vary. |
Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol, PA |
January 26 -
March 26 |
Advanced Digital Photography
January 26th to March 16th, Tuesdays, 6pm-8pm, taught by Tommy Reynolds |
Philadelphia Photo Arts Center, 1400 N. American Street, Philadelphia, PA |
January 28 -
February 14 |
Driving Miss Daisy
Alfred Uhry's funny, touching and poignant Pulitzer Prize winning play spans some of the most tumultuous years in American Civil Rights history. The place is the Deep South, the time 1948, and the rich, crusty and sharp-tongued 72-year-old Jewish widow Daisy Wertham has demolished
another car. Her businessman son, Boolie, hires Hoke, a thoughtful, unemployed black man to serve as his mother's chauffeur. The next 25 years show a story of stubbornness, independence, and the gentle evolution of a most unlikely friendship. |
Fulton Opera House, 12 N. Prince Street, Lancaster PA |
January 29 -
March 19 |
Beginning Digital Photography
January 29th to March 19th, Fridays, 1pm-3pm, taught by Tommy Reynolds |
Philadelphia Photo Arts Center, 1400 N. American Street, Philadelphia, PA |
January 29 -
April 11 |
The Graphic Unconscious
The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts presents The Graphic Unconscious, the five-venue exhibition of Philagrafika 2010, Philadelphia’s international festival celebrating the print in contemporary art. Featured artists include Christiane Baumgartner, Mark Bradford, Orit Hofshi, Pepón Osorio, plus artists group Tromarama and more. |
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia, PA |
January 29 -
April 03 |
Henry Horenstein: SHOW
From January 29 through April 3, Gallery 339 is pleased to present an exhibition by photographer Henry Horenstein. The exhibition corresponds with the release of Horenstein’s latest book, SHOW, published by Pond Press in a limited edition. Since 2001, Horenstein has explored the on-stage and off-stage world of the burlesque resurgence of recent years. During the latter half of the 20th century, burlesque had deteriorated from a rich theatrical tradition into merely strip clubs; the emphasis going from sexy to sex. Since the mid 1990s, the neo-burlesque movement has revived and updated traditional burlesque, returning the emphasis to the “tease,” rather than the “strip.” Like earlier burlesque, its contemporary form embraces style and humor, and events encompass a range of performance types, including classic striptease, modern dance, comedy, drag, and an array of other “variety” acts. As with his earlier profiles of country music, horse racing, and baseball, Horenstein’s individual portraits come together as a compelling look at an intriguing subset of American art and entertainment.
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Gallery 339, 339 South 21st Street, Philadelphia PA |
January 30 -
March 20 |
Teen Photo
January 30th - March 20th, Saturdays, 10:30am-12pm, taught by Sarah Stolfa |
Philadelphia Photo Arts Center, 1400 N. American Street, Philadelphia, PA |
February 01 -
February 28 |
Pebble Hill Gallery February 2010 Show
The Pebble Hill Church Gallery in Doylestown, PA is hosting a solo exhibition of Fiber Art and Quilts by Wendy Connelly. An Opening Reception to “meet the artist” will be held on Saturday, February 6, 2010 from 7:30pm to 10:00pm. There will also be an “open-mic” session for performers and poets. Admission is open to the public and a donation basket is passed. Pebble Hill Church is located at 320 Edison Furlong Road, Doylestown, PA 18901. (Contact: Gretchen Altabef, Gallery Director, 215-348-3428). The exhibition will hang from February 1 – 28, 2010. |
Pebble Hill Interfaith Church, 320 Edison-Furlong Road Doylestown, Pa |
February 04 -
February 28 |
The Breath of Life
Frances, a successful author, takes the late ferry to a remote island to find
Madeleine, a retired curator, near-recluse and her ex-husband's mistress. Frances is chasing a story-the same story Madeleine might be running from. Eavesdrop on two witty, sexy women of a certain age as the night unfolds its secrets and they discover a shared past. This Philadelphia premiere will be directed by Kathryn MacMillan, Lantern's Literary Manager and
director behind "The Hothouse", "The School for Wives" and "QED". |
Lantern Theatre, St. Stephen's Theater at 10th & Ludlow Streets, Philadelphia |
February 05 -
March 02 |
In Depth: Printmaking and Photography
As part of Philagrafika 2010, an international festival to be held in the region, this exhibition presents thought-provoking and excellent examples of contemporary hand-pulled prints, photography and digital images by professional artists. Main Line Art Center has invited three notable jurors, Cindi Ettinger, Master Printmaker, Toni Rosati, artist and teacher and Peter Barberie, Curator of Photographs, Alfred Stieglitz Center, Philadelphia Museum of Art, to select artists from the region who are pushing the boundaries of printmaking and photography. |
Main Line Arts Center, Haverford, PA |
February 06 -
February 19 |
Winter Jazz at the Kimmel Center
The winter jazz schedule at the Kimmel Center continues to honor Philadelphia’s vibrant jazz roots with a tribute to Billie Holiday’s “Lady in Satin,” and a performance by a locally-bred legendary pianist with his own star on Philadelphia’s Music Walk of Fame.
Chilean jazz vocalist Claudia Acuña pays tribute to Billie Holiday with a Pan-Latin jazz program entitled Lady in Satin Goes Latin in Perelman Theater (Saturday, February 6, 2010)
Philadelphia-born pianist McCoy Tyner returns to Verizon Hall, joined by “one of the greatest musicians in jazz history” (New York Times) saxophonist Joe Lovano (Friday, February 19, 2010) |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
February 06 -
February 14 |
Odyssey through South East Asia: Photographs by Cassandra Morga
Part of the proceeds from the sale of photographs and other items will be donated to MAG, which works in Southeast Asia and around the world to remove mines and unexploded bombs. They have cleared not only tourist sites but, more crucially, land for farmers to expand their crops, combating poverty.
Opening Reception February 6, 2010 6-8 PM Square Peg Artery & Salvage 108 S 20th St. |
Square Peg Artery & Salvage, 108 South 20th Street Philadelphia, PA, |
February 06 -
April 18 |
Frank McCourt's The Irish...And How They Got That Way
The popular, uplifting musical celebration of all things Irish --- has been extended through April 18 at the Kimmel's Innovation Studio. Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning author and playwright Frank McCourt, the stage musical is produced by Howard Perloff.
Tickets ranging in price from $35 - $47 are on sale now at the Kimmel Center box office, Broad & Spruce Streets (open daily 10 am to 6 pm), by calling 215-731-3333, or online at www.kimmelcenter.org. Group discounts are available by calling 215-790-5883. Performances are Thursday & Friday evenings at 8pm; Saturdays at 5pm & 8pm; and Sunday matinees at 3pm. |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
February 09 -
February 14 |
The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber
What’s Broadway without Andrew Lloyd Webber? The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber is sweeping through Philadelphia from February 9 – 14, 2010 at the Academy of Music. Featuring a cast of six Broadway stars backed by an onstage orchestra, the Grammy®, Tony® and Academy®-Award winning composer’s best-loved songs from hit plays Cats, Sunset Boulevard, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Phantom of the Opera, Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat, Whistle Down the Wind, Starlight Express, Aspects of Life, The Beautiful Game, The Woman in White and Evita come to life on stage! |
The Academy of Music, 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia |
February 09 -
February 25 |
Grounds For Sculpture Offers Free Days in February
Visit Grounds For Sculpture for free in February! Tuesday through Thursday, throughout the rest of February, Grounds For Sculpture will grant free admission to all patrons. Use this opportunity to change up your daily lunch routine by eating at the Peacock Café. Bring visiting family and friends to see our winter wonderland!
Grounds For Sculpture, located in Hamilton, New Jersey (midway between Philadelphia and New York), is a whimsical thirty-five acre sculpture garden and arboretum on the former site of the New Jersey State Fairgrounds. In addition, the park offers workshops for children and adults, concerts, performances, fairs, shopping and fine dining at the Zagat’s-rated Rat’s Restaurant.
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Grounds For Sculpture, Hamilton, NJ |
February 09 -
February 11 |
Woodrow Wilson Visiting Scholar presents Dan Wakefield Lecture Series
Dan Wakefield, Woodrow Wilson Visiting Scholar, will hold a series of lectures, discussions and film showings at Elizabethtown College, Feb. 9 through 11.
Wakefield is a novelist, journalist and screenwriter, best known for his novels-turned-screenplays, “Going All the Way” and “Starting Over.”
More Information |
Elizabethtown College, One Alpha Drive, Elizabethtown, PA 17022-2290 |
February 09 -
March 19 |
UnderAGE: An Anthology of Poetry, Prose and Artwork
Call for Submissions: Deadline Friday, March 19, 2010
Arts Council of Princeton Submission Guidelines for UnderAGE: An Anthology of Poetry, Prose and Artwork. Students in grades K through 12 may submit original poetry, short prose (700 words maximum) or artwork. Each student may submit a total of one written and/or one visual piece. Written work in both English and Spanish may be submitted. Students must either be residents of or attend school in central New Jersey in the following counties: Hunterdon, Somerset, Middlesex, Mercer, Monmouth, and Burlington. All written entries must be typed (double spaced, 11 point minimum). All artwork must be in black and white and no larger than 8.5” x 11”. If not submitting original artwork, the quality of the reproduction must be suitable for print. Each submission must include: student’s name and age, home address and telephone number, school, grade, name of English or Art teacher and e-mail address of the student or teacher. Send submissions to UnderAge c/o the Arts Council of Princeton, Paul Robeson Center for the Arts, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton 08542-3204. For more information visit www.artscouncilofprinceton.org or call 609-924-8777. |
Arts Council of Princeton, |
| February 10 |
Free Peace and Social Justice Film Series
“Flow for the Love of Water” This documentary examines the harsh realities behind the mounting water crisis. Learn how politics, pollution and human rights are intertwined in this important issue that affects every being on Earth. With water drying up around the world and the future of human lives at stake, the film urges action before more of our most precious natural resource evaporates. 84 min. Refreshments and discussion after film. For more information see www.buckinghamfriendsmeeting.org or call 215-794-5816. All are welcome. |
Buckingham Friends Meetinghouse, Lahaska, PA |
| February 11 |
WXPN Musicians On Call Benefit Concert
Featuring Ingrid Michaelson and Mutlu
More Info and Tickets
WXPN Musicians On Call Benefit Concert
Featuring Ingrid Michaelson and Mutlu
World Cafe Live
3025 Walnut Street
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Doors 7pm. Click here for more info and Ticket Info
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World Cafe Live, Philadelphia, PA |
| February 11 |
Leeway Grants: Meet With The Funders.
Leeway offers grants for women and trans artists working for social change. The next “Art and Change” application deadline ($2,500) is March 1st. The next Transformation Award grant ($15,000) is May 15th. At this session, PFP hosts Leeway representatives who will meet with you, answer questions and provide applicant support. There is no need to make an appointment and drop-ins are welcome! Contact Leeway with any questions: 215.545.4078. More info about Leeway is at www.leeway.org. |
Philadelphia Folklore Project, 735 South 50th Street |
| February 11 |
Gallery Opening Reception
2 New Exhibits: “Convergence: Pottery from Factory and Studio” and “En Route: Brooke Hine and Darla Jackson”
Meet the Artists: Brooke Hine and Darla Jackson - 5:00-5:30 PM
Reception - 5:30–7:30 PM
FREE Admission |
Philadelphia Art Alliance, |
| February 11 |
Closing Reception of Going from Nowhere: Accumulated Image
For this exhibition, the Internet has become both a practical means of acquiring imagery as well as a conceptual strategy. The exhibition includes works from 8 artists from around the world shooting with any digital device (camera, phone, computer), who submit images electronically to PPAC each week. PPAC prints the images and add them to the exhibition, thereby taking the show from nothing to a full show over 3 months. |
Philadelphia Photo Arts Center, 1400 N. American Street, Philadelphia, PA |
| February 11 |
Sustainable Agriculture Panel Discussion
“Sustainable Agriculture in Old Order Communities,” will explore the changing practices in the Amish communities of North America that support sustainable agriculture and energy use. Following an overview by Kraybill, panel members Dennis Eby, Lancaster County Conservation District; Casey Spacht, Lancaster Farm Fresh Cooperative; and representatives of Lancaster’s Plain community will discuss local initiatives that promote sustainable living. Produce farming, organic products, conservation, grazing methods, marketing cooperatives, and the use of solar power are among the topics that will be covered.. A question-and-answer period will conclude the evening.
The panel discussion is open to the public. |
Elizabethtown College, One Alpha Drive, Elizabethtown, PA 17022-2290 |
February 11 -
February 21 |
Five Women Wearing the Same Dress
Elizabethtown College Theatre presents Alan Ball’s “Five Women Wearing the Same Dress” Feb. 11 through 21 at the College’s Tempest Theatre. Shows are 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11; Friday, Feb. 12; Saturday, Feb. 13; Thursday, Feb. 18; and Friday, Feb. 19; and 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21. Tickets are $6.
Five Tennessee bridesmaids rebel by hiding from the wedding reception, trading teasing and revelations, and sharing hilarity and heartbreak.
For tickets, call the Theatre Box office at 717-361-1170 or send a request to boxoffice@etown.edu. You can also visit the Theatre and Dance Division of Fine and Performing Arts’ website. |
Elizabethtown College, One Alpha Drive, Elizabethtown, PA 17022-2290 |
| February 12 |
Harlem Gospel Choir
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State Theatre (State College, PA), 130 W. College Ave., State College, PA |
February 12 -
February 14 |
Mural Arts Program Celebrates Love Letter
Love will be in the air, in the form of public art, for Valentine’s Day Weekend 2010 in Philadelphia. A lovely series of events by the City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program will highlight the renowned Love Letter project, by artist Stephen Powers. An exhibit, public tour, and special Love Train event will take place February 12-14, 2010.
A collaboration with internationally-renowned artist Stephen Powers, Love Letter is a series of over 50 rooftop murals and street-level signs in and around the Market Street corridor in West Philadelphia, spanning from 46th Street through 63rd Street – created during the summer of 2009. The complete work of art and corresponding film, collectively titled Love Letter, are unlike anything Philadelphia has ever seen from its public art in terms of size, scope, ambition, and universal appeal. |
Mural Arts Program, |
| February 12 |
Rowan Jazz Festival
Celebrating a milestone year, the 40th Annual Rowan Jazz Festival concludes with a gala concert event, “A Tribute to Duke Ellington,” on Friday, February 12, 2010 at 8 pm in the university’s Tohill Theatre.
Festival director and acclaimed jazz artist Denis DiBlasio welcomes noted trumpet player Frank Green and trombonist Jim McFalls, along with other guests, for this anniversary show. They join Rowan’s own Lab Band and Jazz Band as well as faculty performers.
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Rowan University , 201 Mullica Hill Rd., Glassboro, NJ |
| February 12 |
Mid-Winter Sitar Dinner
The Mid-Winter Sitar Dinner The most perfect thing on a chilly February Friday evening: Piping hot exotic food, along with appropriately exotic LIVE music!
We'll dine on delicious hot catered Indian food and then enjoy intoxicating Indian santoor and percussion, all at 4th & West! $20 advance/$25 door. Purchase tickets by contacting any HOTH committee member, emailing us here, or at Aztec Printing & Design in Trolley Square. |
Harmony On The Hill, Wilmingrton, DE |
February 12 -
February 13 |
84, Charing Cross Road
Thursday, Feb 11th – 7:30 pm
Friday & Saturday, Feb 12th & 13th - 8:00 pm
Sunday, Feb 14th – 3:00 pm
Tickets $11 - $17; $2 off per ticket for groups of 10 or more!
Visit www.tripac.org or call the box office at 610.970.1199
Comedy/drama adapted by James Roose-Evans from book by Helen Hanff. Presented by arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. Parental guidance suggested as young children may have difficulty following the humor and references of the dialogue |
Tri-County Performing Arts Center, 245 E. High St., Pottstown, PA 19464 |
| February 12 |
Introduction to Oriental Rugs Seminar
Ten Thousand Villages Rug Room
Ephrata, PA
February 12 at 7pm
717-721-8800
Details at Ten Thousand Villages, Ephrata, PA |
| February 12 |
Special Opening:Lynnette Shelley, Nury Vincens and Mary Ann Wakeley
We are pleased to announce a special opening Friday, February 12, 2010 from 4 pm until 9 pm at the gallery. This event will feature the work of three Philadelphia area artists, . In addition to some inspiring work there will be tasty food and good beverage. There is some parking on the street, some at the medical office building on the corner of Church and Sibley after 5pm and, of course, Suburban Square. Please join us for this celebration. |
Three Ravens Gallery, Ardmore, PA |
| February 13 |
From Heart to Heart: Angela Brown Riverside Symphonia
Tickets for From Heart to Heart on February 13 at 8 PM are $50, $60, and $75 and may be purchased by calling the Symphonia at 215.862.3300 or 609.397.7300. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.riversidesymphonia.org. Seating at the Church of St. John the Evangelist in Lambertville is limited so the Symphonia suggests making reservations early.
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Riverside Symphonia, Lambertville, PA |
February 13 -
February 14 |
Spiel Uhr Performance
Group Motion will present new works by local choreographers at Spiel Uhr on Valentine’s Day weekend, February 13 & 14, 2010. Spiel Uhr, meaning “play clock” in German, features local choreographers and performers as they perform original dance works for the first time. The program starts at 8 p.m. at the Community Education Center Meetinghouse Theater at 3500 Lancaster. |
Community Education Center, University City Philadelphia, PA |
| February 13 |
Technical Assistance Workshop: Folk Arts Grant Writing 101.
10 AM-Noon: Free
Intro to folk arts-friendly funding opportunities in the Philadelphia area. Where can you go for funds to support your heritage arts efforts? Review upcoming deadlines and see what works for you. Leave with a plan! FREE but limited space. RSVPS required: 215.726.1106 |
Philadelphia Folklore Project, 735 South 50th Street |
| February 13 |
Sweethearts Wine & Chocolate Pairing with Marnie Old
Set the mood right for Valentine's Day and join Marnie Old for a delightful sensory exploration of pairing wine and chocolate. In this special guided tasting for couples, discover why chocolate can pair with both dry and sweet wines and how to maximize your odds of finding a perfect match. From white to red, sparkling to fortified, you and your sweetheart will be sure to enjoy this decadent and sensual tasting of wine and chocolate - the food and drink that most evoke the spirit of romance.
Marnie Old is one of the country’s highest profile sommeliers and wine educators, and a breath of fresh air in the stuffy wine world. Marnie hosts and co-produces Philly.com's Philly Uncorked, a lively and informative weekly webisode series on wine and spirits. Teaching is Marnie’s passion; and she has taught award-winning classes since 1997, and was the founding education chair for the American Sommelier Association.
Cost: $75 |
Pinot Boutique, 227 Market Street Philadelphia PA 19106 |
| February 13 |
Camden County Women’s Voices… Past, Present, and Future
To Celebrate Women’s History Month, the Camden County Historical Society invites you to listen to a panel of remarkable Camden county Women from the fields of politics, business, education, the military, the media and the clergy. The panel discussion will be moderated by Philadelphia Inquirer Columnist Monica Yant Kinney.
Camden County Women’s Voices… Past, Present, and Future will be held on Saturday, March 13th (snow date: Saturday March 20th) at the Camden County Historical Society, 1900 Park Boulevard, Camden, NJ 08103. Tickets are $10 for CCHS members; $15.00 for nonmembers and $5.00 for children 12 and under (payable by cash, check or credit card). Seating is limited, advanced reservation are required. Please call the Society at (856) 964-3333 to make your reservation. |
The Camden County Historical Society, Camden County, New Jersey |
| February 13 |
Advanced Printing with Shades of Paper
This one day, three-hour workshop will explore techniques of digital ink jet printing with a special emphasis on paper selection. Special guests from Shades of Paper, an inkjet supplies distribution company, will demonstrate a wide range of paper choices from the ever-expanding range of beautiful papers specially designed for use in inkjet printers. The workshop will cover file preparation, printing and color correction, paper profiling, print handling and finishing. $60 |
Philadelphia Photo Arts Center, 1400 N. American Street, Philadelphia, PA |
| February 13 |
Felix Mendelssohn’s Elijah
Performed under the direction of artistic director Christopher Loeffler, featuring world-renowned English baritone Konrad Jarnot, at the Princeton University Chapel on Saturday, February 13th at 8pm.
More Information |
Princeton University Chapel, Nassau Hall Princeton, NJ 08542 |
| February 15 |
Free Pane Discussion on Crime in Philly featuring Mayor Michael Nutter
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Adrienne Theater, 2030 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA |
| February 16 |
‘Central Station’- a tale of love and forgiveness
The Friends of the High Library and the Office of International Programs at Elizabethtown College present “Central Station,” an emotional and enduring tale of love and forgiveness, at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16, in the College’s Brinser Lecture Room, Steinman Center.
The film portrays the powerful bond a young boy creates with a lonely retired schoolteacher after witnessing his mother’s accidental death. Directed by Walter Salles, “Central Station” follows the two in their search to find the boy’s father while restoring hope, and learning valuable life lessons along the way.
“Central Station” (aka Central do Brasil) won the Los Angeles Film Critics and Golden Globe award for best foreign language film and was nominated for an Academy Award in 1999. This event, which is free and open to the public, is the fourth in the High Library Film series, titled “Bringing the World to E-town.” |
Elizabethtown College, One Alpha Drive, Elizabethtown, PA 17022-2290 |
| February 17 |
Starry Winter Night
The Arts Council of Princeton and the Princeton Public Library present Starry Winter Night at the Paul Robeson Center for the Arts, on Wednesday, February 17 at 7 p.m. This is a FREE event. Hosted by Janie Herman, Princeton Public Library and Maria Evans, Arts Council of Princeton, this event is limited to 10 – 12 readers with an 8 minute time limit on all readings. Work and bio info due date February 12. To submit work, contact Maria Evans: mevans@artscouncilofprinceton.org. For more information, please visit: www.artscouncilofprinceton.org or call 609-924-8777. |
Arts Council of Princeton, |
| February 18 |
Learn to Host the Perfect Wine Party & Get to Know Your Grapes!
Themed parties are all the rage right now, and what could be better than throwing a party with great wines and the perfect wine accessories. It’s sure to be a hit with all of your guests. We’ll teach you some basic knowledge of wine tasting, get you familiar with the most popular varietals, and help you choose the fun décor to put it all together. There will be a surprise challenge at the end, and everyone will go home with a little gift- come join the fun!
Cost: $69 |
Pinot Boutique, 227 Market Street Philadelphia PA 19106 |
| February 18 |
Dinner & Opera Event
Come enjoy an evening of fine food, socializing with opera performers and fellow patrons, and inspiring performances between courses. |
Bella Cena, 1506 Spruce Street, Philadelphia |
| February 19 |
Cabaret Series Performance: John Treacy Egan
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Fulton Opera House, 12 N. Prince Street, Lancaster PA |
February 19 -
February 27 |
Seascape by Edward Albee
Feb. 19-20, Feb. 24-27 @ 8pm
Feb. 21 @ 2pm |
Zoellner Arts Center, Bethlehem, PA |
| February 19 |
Photography, Burlesque, and Fun w/ Henry Horenstein
The Philadelphia Photo Arts Center is excited to announce a special event with photographer Henry Horenstein in conjunction with the recent release of his newest book entitled SHOW, the long-anticipated look at modern burlesque. The photographs were made from 2003 to 2009, and serve as an homage to the neo-burlesque resurgence of the last several years. |
Bahdeebahdu, 1522 North American Street Philadelphia PA 19122 |
February 19 -
February 20 |
Area Non-Profit Dance Collective Performance and Fundraising Event
In the African dialect of Hausa the word “Zata” means “Imagine”-an appropriate title for an evening of scintillating new choreography by Indigenous Pitch Dance Collective at the Painted Bride Art Center February 19th and 20th. Imagination is what these local dance companies have in abundance!
Guest choreographer, Curt Haworth premieres Human Candles, a whimsical story set somewhere between the loneliness of the city and the crush of bodies in underground dance clubs. Choreographer/dance artist Vince Johnson offers a theatrical rendering of childhood fantasy, nighttime escapades and sex, with poetry, prose and an original score by composer John Bulack. Stephen Welsh/SWERVE presents his latest group tour-de-force, Gray Matters. This controversial parody explores a world where data-filled memory chips are routinely implanted into the human body. Principal IPDC dancer, Rachel Condello makes her choreographic debut with a new work illustrating the emotions elicited by the warmest colors of the visual spectrum. |
Painted Bride Art Center, Philadelphia, PA |
| February 19 |
Photography, Burlesque, and Fun with Henry Horenstein!
From 6 to 9 p.m. |
Philadelphia Photo Arts Center, 1400 N. American Street, Philadelphia, PA |
| February 20 |
Midnight Masquerade - Young Friends Winter Gala
The Young Friends of the Philadelphia Museum of Art invite you to a
Masquerade Ball - an enchanting evening of music, dancing, and intrigue.
The Museum's spectacular Great Stair Hall will be stylishly transformed
for our masquerade festival where attendees will dance to live music,
partake in delicious fare, and test their luck with our celebrated
raffle and silent auction items.
Of course, what masquerade would be complete without an unveiling!
Guests will be among the first to explore the upcoming 'Picasso and the
Avant-Garde in Paris' exhibition!
All proceeds from this black-tie event support the Young Friends'
mission of art acquisitions, education, conservation, and special
projects at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
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Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia |
| February 20 |
Jenny Allen: I Got Sick Then I Got Better
Actress and playwright Jenny Allen will perform her highly acclaimed one-woman play, I Got Sick Then I Got Better, a funny and poignant portrayal of Allen’s journey with cancer. An informal Q&A will follow this special Princeton performance which plays to sold-out houses and rave reviews in New York. Tickets are available by calling the Arts Council at (609) 924-8777 or by visiting the website at www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. |
Arts Council of Princeton, |
| February 20 |
Business Practices for Photographers
This workshop covers the do's and don'ts of business practices for photographers whether in the gallery or commercial world. In the gallery world, Martin McNamara, Director of Gallery 339, will cover how to determine if a gallery is good for you, how to secure gallery representation and more. While Gene Mopsik, Executive Director of ASMP and Tony Wood, Board Member of the local Philadelphia chapter, will go over everything you need to know from estimates, to negotiating, copyrights and releases. Participants will gain a better understanding of the photographic marketplace, including what they can expect to earn for their work. |
Philadelphia Photo Arts Center, 1400 N. American Street, Philadelphia, PA |
February 20 -
March 02 |
Capriccio
Which is more important—the words or the music? A Countess, torn between two suitors, one a poet, the other a composer, is the focal point for Strauss' brilliant final opera, subtitled "A Conversation Piece for Music." Sung in German with English supertitles, with piano accompaniment.
February 20, 23, 25, 27, March 2, 2010, all at 7:30 p.m.
Price: $48 adult, $43 senior, $28 student |
Academy of Vocal Arts , 1920 Spruce Street Philadelphia PA |
| February 20 |
Cryin the Blues for the Historic Marietta Theatre
Place: The Railroad House in Marietta Pa.
Date: February 20th, 2010
Time: 6:30 PM
Ticket price includes Cajun food, Blues music by the Mugshot, beer/wine
Cost $45.00 in advance $50.00 at the door, tickets available at Railroad House or Swedish Motors
or by calling and reserving your tickets at 717-426-2202, ext. 102
sponsored by the Marietta Restoration Associates |
The Railroad House, Marietta, PA |
| February 20 |
Jenny Allen: I Got Sick Then I Got Better
The Arts Council of Princeton presents Jenny Allen’s “I Got Sick Then I Got Better” at the Paul Robeson Center for the Arts, on Saturday, February 20 at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Tickets are $50 and include a special Q&A session with Ms. Allen following the performance. Proceeds benefit the Arts Council’s 5 in 5 Campaign for the Future. For more information, or to purchase tickets for this benefit performance, please visit: www.artscouncilofprinceton.org or call 609-924-8777. The Paul Robeson Center for the Arts is located at 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ across from the Princeton Public Library. Parking is available in the Spring and Hulfish Street Garages as well as metered parking along Witherspoon Street and Paul Robeson Place. |
Arts Council of Princeton, |
| February 21 |
Music Workshop with Leon Bates
The workshop, "Practice Smart…Not Just Hard," will feature Settlement 100 honoree and recording artist Leon Bates who will demonstrate time-tested techniques for learning difficult passages and new pieces more quickly. Students will also learn how to develop the right attitude for long term success and learn how to better organize practice time, an ongoing issue for both students and their parents.
For more information, or to RSVP to this workshop, please contact the Knowlton Leadership Coordinator Kyle Bartlett at (215) 320-2693 or kbartlett@smsmusic.org. |
Settlement Music School, Philadelphia |
| February 21 |
Music Friends of Haiti: Benefit Concert
Musician Friends of Haiti, a group of Haitian and American musicians, will present a concert of Western and Haitian classical music at Lang Concert Hall at Swarthmore College on Sunday, February 21, at 4:30 PM. The concert will benefit medical and educational institutions in Haiti as they seek to respond to the earthquake of January 12.
Featured artists are violinist Patrick Desrosiers, cellist Francesca McNeely, clarinetist Christopher Pell, violist Magloire Casimir and pianist James Smith. Vocal artists include Tracy Sturgis, John Andrew Fernandez, Julia Fernandez, Jean-Luc Princivil and the choir of Trinity Episcopal Church, Swarthmore. The program will feature works of Schubert, Fauré, Emile Desamours, Julio Racine and Ludovic Lamothe.
No admission will be charged for this concert, but an offering will be received. All contributions will be fully tax deductible. Questions can be directed to 610-529-8993.
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Lang Concert Hall, Swarthmore, PA |
| February 22 |
Rowan Percussion Ensemble
The premiere of a commissioned piece and new arrangements by Denis DiBlasio are highlights of the Rowan Percussion Ensemble concert on Monday, February 22, 2010 at 8 pm in Boyd Recital Hall on the university’s Glassboro campus.
Under the direction of Dean Witten, the ensemble debuts Peter Erskine’s A Bird Sings, commissioned by Rowan University. DiBlasio, a noted jazz artist and member of the university’s music faculty, joins the program as a soloist on his arrangements of Sonny Rollins’ Everywhere Calypso and Eddie Harris’ Cold Duck Time. |
Rowan University , 201 Mullica Hill Rd., Glassboro, NJ |
| February 22 |
Mariinsky Orchestra: Berlioz's Romeo & Juliet
Revisit one of the most romantic and original musical works of conductor Berlioz as the historic Mariinsky Orchestra, formerly known as the Kirov Orchestra, perform Romeo and Juliet with principal conductor Maestro Valery Gergiev in the Kimmel Center’s Verizon Hall on Monday, February 22, 2010 at 8pm. Regarded as St. Petersburg’s leading symphony orchestra and one of the finest in Europe, the Mariinsky Orchestra’s extensive international touring has earned them the reputation as “the world's first global orchestra” (Chicago Tribune). Gergiev's innate musicality has transformed this historic orchestra into one of the most dynamic and exciting ensembles on the world stage today. Featured soloists include Ekaterina Gubanova, Dmitri Voropaev and Yevgeny Nikitin. |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
| February 24 |
Storytelling Workshop: Cultivating Wisdom
6-8 PM: $20
Learn to shape and share your stories in master classes with noted storytellers Linda Goss and Irma Gardner-Hammond. Final session for this year! |
Philadelphia Folklore Project, 735 South 50th Street |
| February 24 |
Developing Your Wine IQ with Jeff Carroll ($49 each)
The best way to learn about wine is by drinking and drinking and drinking, oh, and evaluating in a consistent method. Seriouly, learning the methods of wine evaluation can help you find out what style of wine you enjoy the most, and it is the best way to understand how to pair wine with food. By comparing different styles through a guided tasting, you'll learn what you like about certain wines and why. The tasting will help identify the differences (and similarities) between: Old World & New World wines; light body & full body wines; and the influence of oak, tannins and acids. We'll also discuss the proper handling, serving and storage of wine. After this class, you'll know all sorts if intersting wine terms- what better way to show off your heightened wine IQ to all of your friends!
Jeff Carroll is a Certified Specialist of Wine and has earned the Intermediate and Advanced Certificates from the internationally recognized Wine & Spirit Education Trust. A former manager of a specialty wine store, Jeff is currently a wine sales associate for a local (New Jersey) wine store. Jeff is currently writing a guide to the local wineries of the Philadelphia region. He loves Burgundies and exploring unusual varieties. |
Pinot Boutique, 227 Market Street Philadelphia PA 19106 |
| February 24 |
Curtis Student Recital Series: eighth blackbird
The virtuosic and ground-breaking ensemble eighth blackbird combines forces with Curtis's own contemporary music group, Curtis 20/21, for a joint recital on Wednesday, February 24 at 8 p.m. as part of the ensemble's Curtis residency. The program features works written for eighth blackbird--Steve Reich's Pulitzer Prize-winning Double Sextet, Critical Moments 2 by George Perle, Meanwhile: Incidental Music to Imaginary Puppet Plays by Stephen Hartke, and Zango Bandango by Jennifer Higdon--plus Rain Tree by T?ru Takemitsu. The recital takes place in Field Concert Hall at the Curtis Institute of Music, 1726 Locust Street, Philadelphia; no tickets are required. |
Curtis Institute of Music, Philadelphia, PA |
| February 25 |
Robb and Dustin from the SCI-FI hit show Ghost Busters International
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Pullo Family Performing Arts Center, Penn State - York |
February 25 -
April 11 |
Arden Theatre Company presents: Romeo and Juliet
Arden Theatre Company presents William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet from February 25-April 11, under the direction of Matt Pfeiffer and featuring a diverse ensemble cast of Philadelphia favorites. This story of love, violence and the consequences of both brings one of the English language’s greatest stories to life on the Arden’s F. Otto Haas stage.
While the story of Romeo and Juliet has been in human consciousness for centuries, the Arden’s production challenges preconceptions of the play, stripping the story down to focus on characters and language. When Shakespeare’s company first presented Romeo and Juliet , they made use of the resources, knowledge and clothing of the time. The Arden’s production will bring a similar sense of familiarity and immediacy to the play, pairing modern fashions and contemporary compositions with handheld weapons and a simple stage reminiscent of Shakespeare’s Globe. |
Arden Theatre Company, Philadelphia, PA |
| February 25 |
Lecture & Book Signing: Doug DuBois All the Days and Nights
Lecture: 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Book signing and reception: 8:30 PM - 9:00 PM
* Special Member's Critique, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, call for more info!
PPAC is excited to host a free lecture and book signing by photographer Doug DuBois. DuBois's book All the Days and Nights, is a deeply personal body of work. DuBois first started photographing his family in 1984, before his father's near fatal injury from a commuter train. Coping with the graveness of this hardship, he documents his family members through a tender lens, revealing the subtle complexities of their personalities and the dynamics of their relationships with one another. This poignant memoir engages the viewer in its emotional immediacy and showcases the tribulations of those closest to him. |
Philadelphia Photo Arts Center, 1400 N. American Street, Philadelphia, PA |
February 25 -
February 28 |
Moliere’s The Misanthrope
Tohill Theatre is located in Bunce Hall on the campus of Rowan University, Route 322 in Glassboro, NJ. Tickets are $10, general admission; and $5 for seniors, non-Rowan students, Rowan staff & alumni. Tickets for Rowan students are free with valid ID. For information and advance tickets, visit rowan.tix.com or call the box office at (856) 256-4545. |
Rowan University , 201 Mullica Hill Rd., Glassboro, NJ |
February 26 -
February 27 |
3rd Annual Media Film Festival
The Media Arts Council (M.A.C.) hosts it’s 3rd annual film festival, providing film enthusiasts with the opportunity to enjoy unique works by local, national and international filmmakers. Films will be presented in four categories: Narrative, Documentary, Animation, Experimental; and three lengths: Feature Length (40-90 minutes), Short (5 to 40 minutes) and Short-Short (under 5 minutes). The film festival will be held in the Community Center in Media Borough Hall, 301 N. Jackson St. Media, PA. |
Media Arts Council, Media, PA |
February 26 -
February 28 |
Annie
Leapin' lizards! ANNIE is coming to Philadelphia, February 26 - 28, 2010, at the Merriam Theater! The timeless tale of Little Orphan Annie is back, giving a whole new generation the chance to experience this classic musical about never giving up hope. Boasting one of Broadway's most memorable scores, including “It's the Hard-Knock Life,” “Easy Street,” “N.Y.C.” and the ever-optimistic “Tomorrow,” ANNIE is a delightful theatrical experience for the entire family. |
Merriam Theater, 250 S Broad St, Philadelphia |
| February 26 |
Under Autumn Moon: Reclaiming Time and Space in Chinatown
Joan May Cordova and Kathy Shimizu share photographs and block prints documenting the meanings of Chinatown's Mid-Autumn Festival, a vital celebration of culture and community. Initiated and produced by Asian Americans United (AAU) for 15 years, Mid-Autumn Festival has been a resource for sustaining this last remaining community of color in Philadelphia's center city, and for pushing back against predatory development schemes. Organized as part of a series of events celebrating AAU's 25th Anniversary. Our galleries showcase local folk and traditional arts - vernacular and alternative expression. We are open October - June on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM - 6 PM and by appointment. FREE.
More information: 215.726.1106 |
Philadelphia Folklore Project, 735 South 50th Street |
| February 26 |
Forte Hosts After-Party with Leana Song
Forte, the Kimmel Center's young professionals group, hosts an after-party with live music provided by Philly's own high-energy world fusion ensemble Leana Song in the Kimmel Center's K Lounge on Friday, February 26, 2010 at 9:30pm. The admission-free event features complimentary hors d'oeuvres and drink specials alongside hypnotic grooves as Leana Song blends traditional Yoruba song with contemporary folk and jazz harmonies.
More Information |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
| February 27 |
Photoshop for Artists
This workshop will provide the necessary information to work with and adjust digital images from your camera or scanner. Preparation of images for online show applications, print, email, and web or blog will be thoroughly discussed. Workshop time will be allocated for conversion of your own files. Bring existing photographs of your art work, digital camera, any cables for attaching your camera to the computer, and a jump drive for storage of converted files. Macintosh computers available for each participant, lesson plan will be easily used for either Mac or PC. No material fee. |
Pennsylvania Guild, 252 N Prince St, Lancaster, PA |
| February 27 |
The How To's of Website Creation with gdloft
This workshop is for participants who have a basic working knowledge of Photoshop and need a simple, effective solution in creating a website to showcase work and increase visibility. We will discuss content, design, image preparation and editing. Participants will explore CMS (Content Management Sysytem) sites like Indexhibit to design, implement, and maintain a free website, without the need to learn complex web-design applications and HTML programming. $100 |
Philadelphia Photo Arts Center, 1400 N. American Street, Philadelphia, PA |
| February 27 |
Help Solve the Water Crisis: A Family fundraising event for Global Water Projects in Africa!
Visit the Waterworks Interpretive Center and learn about local water issues and the World Water Crisis, listen to great live music: the Alokli West African Drummers and Jesse Rubin, local XPN artist, and support a group of Girard College Middle School students as they try to Help Solve the Water Crisis. Did you know that every fifteen seconds a child dies because they don’t have access to clean water? Come and be part of the solution! There will be a suggested donation of $10.00 at the door. All proceeds will benefit H20 For Life, which builds wells for developing countries providing access to clean drinking water. |
Fairmount Waterworks Interpretive Center, located behind the art museum |
| February 27 |
Help Solve the Water Crisis: A Family fundraising event for Global Water Projects in Africa!
Visit the Waterworks Interpretive Center and learn about local water issues and the World Water Crisis, listen to great live music: the Alokli West African Drummers and Jesse Rubin, local XPN artist, and support a group of Girard College Middle School students as they try to Help Solve the Water Crisis. Did you know that every fifteen seconds a child dies because they don’t have access to clean water? Come and be part of the solution! There will be a suggested donation of $10.00 at the door. All proceeds will benefit H20 For Life, which builds wells for developing countries providing access to clean drinking water. |
Fairmount Waterworks Interpretive Center, located behind the art museum |
| February 27 |
Trenton Area Festival of Electronic Arts
RoxyLou Entertainment presents the
Trenton Area Festival of Electronic Arts at Grounds For Sculpture on
February 27, 2010 for a showcase of music and visual art between noon
and 6:00 pm in the Seward Johnson Center for the Arts. The festival
will culminate in an evening concert from 6:00 to 9:30 pm featuring
Brainstatik, Ryat, Stushido and Ace Paradise.
Improvisational music performances throughout the day and evening will
include electronic sub genres ranging from ambient to electronica to
experimental. Dancers and video artists will perform with musicians
to create a multimedia experience. This festival will exhibit select
pieces by sculptor, Joshua Kirsch, and screen MUS EXCELSIOR by
filmmaker, Kevin Meredith and short films by Richard Lainhart. An open
e-drum circle and personal media player jam sessions will take place
during the afternoon session. Workshops and discussion groups will be
offered during the afternoon as well. A do-it-yourself (DIY) show and
tell will allow participants to display their own circuit-bending
projects and innovative electronic art creations. Unfinished works
are welcome. Preregistration is required for DIY show and tell. |
Grounds For Sculpture, Hamilton, NJ |
March 01 -
May 15 |
Exhibition: .matrix
The Philadelphia Photo Arts Center is excited to announce the exhibition and opening reception for .matrix. In printmaking, prints are created from a single original surface, technically known as a matrix. In this exhibition, the idea of the matrix or "mold" is used as a metaphor for both infinitely reproducible and sacred images. The participating artists share an inherent interest in pushing the limits of the printed image and how it is created, used and disseminated.
Featuring work of Richard Benson, Matthew Brandt, Donald Camp, gdloft, Bryan Graf, KesselsKramer Publishing, Khanh Le, Susan Lipper, David Benjamin Sherry, and Ann Woo.
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Philadelphia Photo Arts Center, 1400 N. American Street, Philadelphia, PA |
March 03 -
April 24 |
Artistic Expressions: Central Pennsylvania Student Art Show
SAM is pleased to present Artistic Expressions: Central Pennsylvania Student Art Show, which will be on display in the Museum’s main galleries from March 3, 2010 – April 25, 2010. Artistic Expressions features the works of exemplary student artists from secondary schools throughout Central Pennsylvania. Coordinated by area art educators, this exhibition will bring together the very best student artwork of four counties in one venue. |
Susquehanna Art Museum, Harrisburg, PA |
| March 03 |
Opening Reception for Elevations by Mary B. Hochendoner
The D?SHI Gallery at the Susquehanna Art Museum presents Elevations, a solo show of the oil paintings of Mary B. Hochendoner. The opening reception for the exhibit will be held on Wednesday, March 3rd from 5 to 7 p.m. with an artist’s talk beginning at 6 p.m. The event is open to the public. “My work is inspired by visions as near as my front meadow and by travel to Europe, Asia, and Mexico. I have come to believe that even the most commonplace items are strange if seen with fresh eyes,” states Hochendoner.
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Susquehanna Art Museum, Harrisburg, PA |
| March 04 |
Developing Virtual Relationships without Actual Overload: Coping and Communicating in the Ever-Expanding World Wide Web
Whitaker Center Visual Arts Advisory Committee is offering free artist seminars in an effort to aid in the success and promotion of Central PA artists. There are more and more options for “Social Networking” through “Social Media.” It can be a little overwhelming and being so new, there really aren’t any experts. There are experiences and that’s what we want to share. Come to the Susquehanna Art Museum to discuss some of the Do’s and Don’ts we’ve discovered navigating the gossamer that is the internet. Registration is free, but required by calling 717.233.8668 ext. 3. |
Susquehanna Art Museum, Harrisburg, PA |
| March 05 |
Max Raabe & Palast Orchester
Price: $35-45
Imagine yourself transported to a cabaret in 1920s Berlin, where the music of Gershwin, Porter, Berlin and Lehar waft through the smoke-filled air. Singer Max Raabe and his 12-piece Palast Orchester bring their signature panache and high style to classic tunes from the Golden Age of song. |
Merriam Theater, 250 S Broad St, Philadelphia |
| March 05 |
Ohayo (Good Morning) Japan
In Association with the Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia
Commonwealth Plaza | PNC Grow Up Great
FREE
Kick off the arrival of the 11th annual Cherry Blossom Festival of Philadelphia with Japanese folk song, game playing and storytelling led by ladies in traditional kimono dress. Ohayo Japan is one of the first events of this month-long, city-wide festival. PNC Grow Up Great performances take place from October through May on the first Saturday of each month in the Kimmel Center’s Commonwealth Plaza, unless otherwise noted. For more information, visit www.kimmelcenter.org/family. |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
| March 06 |
Cameron Carpenter: Organ Performances
Verizon Hall
Price: $19-28
Noted for his intensely personal, often flamboyant performances, Cameron Carpenter was recently dubbed “the maverick organist” by the New York Times. Program will include Demessieux’s Étude, “Octaves,” as well as Carpenter’s own arrangement of Chopin’s Étude “The Revolutionary.” |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
| March 06 |
First Annual Coffee Openhouse
Looking for a free night out?
Coffee, tea and hot chocolate will be provided FREE of charge, in addition to music/entertainment.
Please contact the church office at (717) 525-7693 for more information.
We hope you bring your family, friends, and neighbors to enjoy this time of fellowship! |
Fellowship Church, Harrisburg, PA |
March 09 -
March 14 |
GROOVALOO: The Hip Hop Experience
Price: $25-59.50
GROOVALOO combines the authenticity of A Chorus Line with the energy of Stomp as it embarks on a journey through the diverse world of hip hop dance. Driven by jaw-dropping displays of physical ability, a vibrant musical score and powerful spoken word poetry, the show’s intertwined stories chronicle the struggles, hopes and triumphs of the 14-member cast as they discover the true meaning of family and share what it’s like to be “in the circle.”
GROOVALOO has played to critical acclaim and sell out crowds, grabbing the attention of celebrities such as Madonna, Pink, Laurence Fishburne, Jada Pinkett Smith, Jaime Pressly and Justin Timberlake, all who have come to see productions of GROOVALOO. From fear to freedom, choreography to freestyle, and ballerina’s to b-boys, GROOVALOO has inspired audiences from all walks of life to celebrate their passion and purpose, and in the process reveals the heart and soul behind this incredible art form.
GROOVALOO has been generously underwritten by David and Linda Glickstein. |
Merriam Theater, 250 S Broad St, Philadelphia |
March 09 -
February 14 |
Groovalo
Award-winning dance phenomenon, the Groovaloos, best known for their breakout performance on NBC's "Superstars of Dance" and appearances on FOX's "So You Think You Can Dance," "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" and "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon," will bring their electric dance stage show, GROOVALOO, to the Merriam Theater on March 9 – March 14. |
Merriam Theater, 250 S Broad St, Philadelphia |
| March 10 |
An Evening with Garrison Keillor
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Zoellner Arts Center, Bethlehem, PA |
March 11 -
March 28 |
Noises Off
With breakneck pace and a rich gallery of characters, Michael Frayn's brilliantly witty farce follows the on- and off-stage antics of a touring company as they stumble from dress rehearsal to disastrous last night of the comedy, 'Nothing On'. Everything that can go wrong does, as the cast members desperately try to maintain composure sabotaging their fellow actors... resulting in a terrifying descent into chaos. Missed cues, broken backstage romances, and a very slippery plate of sardines all form part of this riotous, madcap comedy that will get everyone caught in the act! The New York Times critic Frank Rich called it "the funniest play written in my lifetime." |
Fulton Opera House, 12 N. Prince Street, Lancaster PA |
March 13 -
May 16 |
Looking At Animals
The snout of a pig, the feet of a poodle, the eye of a komodo dragon.
These are among the intriguing images by noted photographer Henry
Horenstein that will be on display in Looking at Animals. Horenstein’s
unique style invites viewers to take a close look at animals and to see
the inherent beauty, oddness and mystery of their unique
characteristics. Animal specimens from the Academy’s world-renowned
research collection will be juxtaposed with the photographs and live
animal presentations will take place daily for a full nature experience.
Free with museum admission. |
Academy of Natural Sciences, 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway |
| March 14 |
TAO: The Martial Art of Drumming
7pm
Taiko drumming explodes with extraordinary precision, energy and stamina! After years of intensive training at a mountainous compound in Japan, these athlete-drummers, with their diverse backgrounds- one as a hard rock musicians, another as a gymnast and another as a composer- have reached the highest level of virtuosity. |
Zoellner Arts Center, Bethlehem, PA |
| March 14 |
EUREKA!
Each month Abington Art Center hosts EUREKA! a fun workshop for families of any size, shape and artistic ability to play and make art together. The art activity is always inspired by artwork in AAC's galleries or Sculpture Park. EUREKA! costs $5 per project. (AAC members free); no reservations are required. Sponsored by The Rotary Club of Jenkintown. |
Abington Arts Center, Abington, PA |
March 16 -
April 04 |
Up
How high can our dreams take us? Walter Griffin was a man literally above all others for one magical moment in his life. Ever since, he has tried to recapture that instant of defying gravity. Now his life and family are beginning to crumble around him following the loss of his job. But Walter doesn’t want his job or any job. He wants to invent, create, to do something great. As his son goes through teenage growing pains and his wife struggles to hold the family together, can Walter do the impossible? Tickets: $29-$37; Students: $10. Reserve your tickets now! Call 215-785-0100 or visit our website. |
Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol, PA |
March 17 -
March 21 |
Antony and Cleopatra
Price: SOLD OUT
The love story of the ages, Antony and Cleopatra follows Marc Antony and Cleopatra as they weave their way through deception, political intrigue, and passions as hot as the sands of Egypt. The Curtis Opera Theatre produces this important 20th Century work to commemorate the 100th anniversary of composer Samuel Barber’s birth. Director Chas Rader-Shieber and designer David Zinn create an exciting new production starring students of Curtis Opera Theatre. Performed in English. |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
| March 19 |
Cabaret Series Performance: Kristy Cates
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Fulton Opera House, 12 N. Prince Street, Lancaster PA |
March 19 -
March 20 |
Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro
This performance is part of Moments of Change, a Penn State Institute for the Arts and Humanities multifaceted and ongoing initiative focused in 2009-10 on the late eighteenth century (1776-1801). It is made possible through a partnership between the School of Music and the Institute for the Arts and Humanities.
Friday, March 19, 2010 at 8 pm
Saturday, March 20, 2010 at 8 pm
Price: $20, $6 PSU Students
Tickets on sale to General Public on Fri, Nov 6 at 11 am! |
State Theatre (State College, PA), 130 W. College Ave., State College, PA |
March 19 -
March 21 |
Chester County Historical Society Antiques Show 2010
28th annual Chester County Antique Show, March 19th, 20th, and 21st at the Westtown School, 975 Westtown Road, West Chester, PA.
This year includes 60 exceptional dealers, featuring 18th and 19th Century American, English and Continental Furniture, Rugs, Paintings, Porcelain, Glass, Silver, Jewelry, Needlework and other Decorative Arts. |
Chester County Historical Society, West Chester, PA |
| March 20 |
Lucnica Slovak National Folkloric Ballet
8pm
Dazzling in colorful folk costumes, the playful and vivacious dancers from the Slovak Republic vividly conjure up the passion and beauty of their land in a performance that has captivated audiences world-wide. |
Zoellner Arts Center, Bethlehem, PA |
March 20 -
March 21 |
2010 Lehigh Valley Green Building Expo
With rising energy costs, an ailing economy, an increased environmental awareness, and the expiration of electricity rate caps in January 2010, the Expo offers an invigorating opportunity to educate, inform, and inspire homeowners and professionals about effective ways to enrich not only the environment, but also their homes and lives.
A primary focus of the Expo will be how to save money by reducing energy and waterconsumption and how to make smarter, greener and healthier home design and lifestyle choices. Attendees will have the opportunity to speak will local green building and energy efficiency experts as well as enjoy informative talks and workshops on a wide array of green topics such as energy efficiency upgrades, solar and geothermal installations; and green new
construction, renovation and home improvements.
The Expo is March 20-21 2010 at Northampton Community College, 3835 Green Pond Road Bethlehem, PA 18020-7599 |
Northampton Community College, 3835 Green Pond Road Bethlehem, PA |
| March 20 |
Coffee Break
CoffeeBreak is a relaxed “waking-up-to-art” morning featuring a coffee tasting, pastry pairing and art. This month sample brews from Keswick Coffee in Glenside. Also at Coffee Break, meet artist Jill Allen whose humor-filled sculptures speak to our world of gadgets and technology. Allen’s work was selected for inclusion in this year’s “Solo Series” from among hundreds of entries. $5/AAC Members FREE. For more info: 215-887-4882 ext 230. |
Abington Arts Center, Abington, PA |
| March 20 |
Tap Team Two Presents “Reflections”
Nationally acclaimed tap dance company Tap Team Two brings you an evening of riotous rhythms – incorporating tap dance, original spoken word poetry and the stunning artwork by visual artist Bob Burden, Sr. |
Community Education Center, University City Philadelphia, PA |
March 23 -
April 24 |
Disney's The Lion King
Experience the phenomenon of Disney’s THE LION KING. Marvel at the breathtaking spectacle of animals brought to life by award-winning director Julie Taymor, whose visual images for this show you’ll remember forever. Thrill to the pulsating rhythms of the African Pridelands and an unforgettable score including Elton John and Tim Rice’s Oscar®-winning song “Can You Feel The Love Tonight” and “Circle of Life.” Let your imagination run wild at the Tony Award®-winning Broadway sensation Newsweek calls ‘a landmark event in entertainment.’ Philadelphia’s most eagerly awaited stage production will leap onto the Academy of Music stage this season! |
The Academy of Music, 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia |
March 26 -
April 11 |
The Miser
Lansdale Theatre Works, a professional, not-for-profit theatre company, presents a fresh take on Moliere's classic comedy "The Miser" on March 26th & 27th and April 9th & 11th at 7:30pm at the Lansdale Center For Performing Arts (311 West Main Street, Lansdale, PA). Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online at www.lansdalecpa.org or by calling 215-361-1296. For more information, please visit the Lansdale Theatre Works website at www.lansdaletheatre.org.
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Lansdale Center for the Performing Arts, 311 Main Street, Lansdale, PA |
| March 27 |
Kimmel Center Youth Jazz Ensemble
Commonwealth Plaza | Free at the Kimmel
FREE
This ensemble of young talented musicians, comprised primarily of middle school students, trains with accomplished jazz musicians and teachers to perform in the first regional ensemble specializing in jazz. These talented students are directed by Marc Johnson, and are performing in honor of Music in our Schools Month. |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
| March 27 |
Romeo and Juliet
Tickets: Adults $5.00
Ages 18 and under are admitted FREE when accompanied by an adult. Reservations required.
The acclaimed Shakespeare LIVE! touring company presents an exciting new adaptation of Shakespeare’s timeless tale of youthful love. (Ages 11 and up). |
Appel Farm Arts & Music Center, Elmer, NJ |
March 27 -
April 03 |
Laytoya Ruby Frasier: Documentary Photo
PPAC is looking forward to hosting a documentary photography workshop with New York based documentary photographer and filmmaker Laytoya Ruby Frasier. We are excited to have such a talented and interesting photographer offer our community an opportunity to gain insight into her work and the language of documentary photography.
In her seven year collaboration with her family, LaToya Ruby Frazier's position and role as daughter, photographer and filmmaker transcends the objective practice in classic documentary. |
Philadelphia Photo Arts Center, 1400 N. American Street, Philadelphia, PA |
| March 28 |
Best of Baroque: The Sounds of London of the 1740s
This finale to the Junior Baroque Music Festival's weekend immersion in the Baroque is our second performance in the beautiful State Theatre and promises to be a spectacular production of son e lumière fitting to Handel and Pergolesi, the opera masters of the 18th century. A "Band of Seventy Musicians are to play the Musick wch is compos'd by M.r Handel," the "Royal Fireworks Suite" of 1749, hastily assembled by M.r Handel to celebrate King George's War and the Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle. There will be visual fireworks and sonic triumphs. Also on the program is Handel's Suite No. 7 in g minor, the movements played by various pianists in baroque style. Because the concert falls in Holy Week, young singers and instrumentalists will perform duets from Pergolesi's wrenchingly emotional "Stabat Mater" to a backdrop of La Pietà. Between these masterworks, selected soloists perform baroque pieces worked on in the Saturday master classes. The guest artists of international early music fame have directed the master classes and will perform alongside the young musicians in the masterworks.
Sunday, March 28 at 3pm
Price: $10* |
State Theatre (State College, PA), 130 W. College Ave., State College, PA |
| March 28 |
Sweet Beats Family Music Event
Join us for Abington Art Center's newest family program, Sweet Beats! Miss (Lori) Scherling, music educator, singer-songwriter and family entertainer engages both children and parents with lively, interactive, family music right in AAC's galleries! Her shows incorporate song, dance, play, creativity and imagination. Miss Scherling has been a featured entertainer at events in and around Center City, and serves as host and creator of the Milk & Cookies show, a community-building variety show for families at MilkBoy Coffee on the Main Line. For more information about Miss Scherling, or to hear some of her greatest hits visit www.missscherling.com. Sweet Beats costs $5 per person/AAC Members and infants FREE. For more info: 215-887-4882 ext 230. |
Abington Arts Center, Abington, PA |
| March 31 |
1st Annual Emerging Talent Competition: Grand Finale
7:00 PM
Admission:
$5 Adults
$3 10-17 years old
$1 9 and under |
Steel City Coffee House, Phoenixville, PA |
April 01 -
May 02 |
Shakespeare's Henry IV, Part 1
Twisted with guilt, King Henry abuses the very noblemen who helped him steal the throne, and his volatile manner ignites a powerful rebellion that threatens civil war. Leading the king's ambitious enemies is the dazzling young Hotspur, while
Henry's own son, Prince Hal, is getting drunk with lowlifes and the fat knight Falstaff. If Hal can defeat Hotspur he'll prove his worth to the kingdom, setting the stage for the epic battle that puts the men head-to-head and sword-to-sword. Charles McMahon, Lantern's Artistic
Director, will direct "Henry IV, Part". |
Lantern Theatre, St. Stephen's Theater at 10th & Ludlow Streets, Philadelphia |
| April 07 |
Alan Shapiro: Poetry Reading
7:30pm
The author of nine volumes of poetry, including Tantalus in Love and Song and Dance, and two prize-winning memoirs, Shapiro, recipient of an LA Times Book Prize, a Lila Wallace- Reader’s Digest Writers’ Award and the Kingsley Tufts Poetry Award, will read from his collection. |
Zoellner Arts Center, Bethlehem, PA |
April 07 -
May 01 |
Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts
The Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts (PIFA), inspired by the Kimmel Center, launches the city's arts and cultural scene onto the world stage with a three-week festival featuring Philadelphia performances and activities designed to appeal to loyal fans, as well as the new-to-the-arts crowd. Based on the philosophy of collaboration, creativity and innovation, PIFA programs comprise newly commissioned works, unexpected partnerships with both local and international artists and non-traditional and emerging art forms, along with classic performances that engage residents and visitors alike. With the overarching theme of Paris 1910-1920, PIFA celebrates works from and inspired by the period and the general innovative spirit of the time. Funded in part with a $10 million grant from Philadelphia philanthropist Mrs. Leonore Annenberg, whose vision for a city-wide arts extravaganza shaped the festival, PIFA takes place April 7 through May 1, 2011. |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
| April 10 |
Louie: In Celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month
Commonwealth Plaza | PNC Grow Up Great
FREE
Dazzling the hearts of children, parents and teachers everywhere he goes, Louie is sure to entertain! Louie will perform his unique blend of energetic music in celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month. A veteran musician and educator, Louie is currently a partner in Jerry Joy Music, a company dedicated to developing high quality programming for children and their parents. PNC Grow Up Great performances take place from October through May on the first Saturday of each month in the Kimmel Center’s Commonwealth Plaza, unless otherwise noted. For more information, visit www.kimmelcenter.org/family. |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
| April 10 |
TechnoClassica 2.0
performed live by UltraMax and the Penn State Electric Light Quartet
What kind of music would Mozart write if he lived today? Would Bach play his chorals in clubs or in churches? Can Vivaldi's "Four Seasons" be mixed with Beethoven? Discover the answer - experience your favorite classics - Bach, Beethoven, Prokofiev, Shostakovich, Vivaldi - remixed to a techno groove!
Inspired by Trans-Siberian Orchestra and DJ subculture.
Saturday, April 10 at 8pm
Price: $25, $12 Students |
State Theatre (State College, PA), 130 W. College Ave., State College, PA |
| April 11 |
Moscow Festival Ballet: Coppelia
7pm
The charming fairytale about an irresistible doll so lifelike that she nearly divides two real-life lovers is performed by leading dancers from across Russia. Founded by the legendary principal dancer of the Bolshoi Ballet, Sergei Radchenko, the company brings together the highest classical elements of the great Bolshoi and Kirov Ballet companies. |
Zoellner Arts Center, Bethlehem, PA |
| April 11 |
Phil Ochs Song Night
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Harmony On The Hill, Wilmingrton, DE |
April 15 -
April 18 |
Philadanco 40th Anniversary
Price: $34-46
This special 40th Anniversary program features the world premiere of a new ballet by Jawole Willa Jo Zollar, co-commissioned for Philadanco by Kimmel Center Presents and the August Wilson Center in Pittsburgh, as well as Element in Which it Takes Place by Milton Meyers and perennial favorite Ronald K. Brown’s Gate Keepers. |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
| April 16 |
Cabaret Series Performance: Daniella Dalli
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Fulton Opera House, 12 N. Prince Street, Lancaster PA |
| April 17 |
Dream Flags
Commonwealth Plaza | Free at the Kimmel
FREE
Inspired by the poetry of Langston Hughes and the tradition of Nepalese Buddhist prayer flags, The Dream Flag Project is an annual poetry/art/community-connection project for students in Kindergarten to twelfth grade. To date, more than 40,000 Dream Flags have been created by students in 34 states of the U.S. and by students in Canada, Australia, Honduras, China, Japan, Costa Rica, Nepal, Rwanda, Kenya and South Africa. The Kimmel Center hosts the culminating regional poetry festival, the Dream Flag Project Celebration, where students and schools share their poems of hope and connect thousands of Dream Flags in a truly inspirational showing! |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
April 20 -
May 23 |
Girls' Night: The Musical
Direct from Off-Broadway in New York City, the smash hit stage musical, Girls Night: The Musical, written by Louise Roche and directed by Jack Randle, will make its Philadelphia premiere at the Kimmel Center's Innovation Studio beginning April 20 through May 23, 2010.
Tickets for Girls Night: The Musical are $49 and are available at the Kimmel Center box office, Broad & Spruce Sts. (open daily 10am to 6pm), by calling 215-731-3333, or online at www.kimmelcenter.org. Groups discounts of 15 or more are available by calling 215-790-5883. |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
April 20 -
May 23 |
Girls Night: The Musical
Price: $49
A touching and hilarious ‘tell-it-like-it-is’ look at the lives of a group of female friends, GIRLS NIGHT: THE MUSICAL promises to have audiences around the country laughing, crying and dancing in the aisles! Follow five friends as they re-live their past, celebrate their present and look to the future on a wild and hilarious karaoke night out ... and you’ll recognize every one of them! Carol who was born to party, blunt Anita who says it like it is, Liza and her ‘issues’, boring Kate the great designated driver and Sharon, the not-so-angelic angel who just couldn’t resist tagging along! GIRLS NIGHT is bursting with energy and is packed with every female anthem you can think of including “Girls Just Want to Have Fun,” “I Will Survive” and “Say a Little Prayer,” GIRLS NIGHT: THE MUSICAL is an unmissable slice of sizzling entertainment for anyone who really knows how to have fun! |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
| April 21 |
David Henry Hwang: "How Race and Ethnicity Influence (My) Art"; Part II
7:30pm
Best known as the author of the Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning play M. Butterfly, which was also a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize, and Golden Child which received an Obie Award and three Tony nominations, including Best New Play, Hwang won a 2008 Obie and was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for his newest play Yellow Face. |
Zoellner Arts Center, Bethlehem, PA |
April 22 -
May 09 |
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
Big Daddy is dying, and the vultures are circling in Tennessee Williams'
Pulitzer Prize-winning classic "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof". A powerful Southern family gathers at a birthday celebration for patriarch Big Daddy, who is unaware that he is dying of cancer. In a scramble to secure their part of his estate, family members hide the truth about his diagnosis from him and Big Mama. Front and center as tensions mount are Big Daddy and Big Mama's alcoholic former football hero son Brick and his beautiful but sexually frustrated wife Maggie "The Cat". Sizzling with verbal fireworks, savage humour and sexual friction, "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" is an American treasure. According to The Daily Telegraph, "There are few playwrights who plumb the human heart so
deeply."
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Fulton Opera House, 12 N. Prince Street, Lancaster PA |
April 27 -
May 02 |
August: Osage County
Direct from Broadway, AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY stars Academy Award-winner Estelle Parsons as Violet Weston, a pill-popping, deeply unsettled woman caught in the grip of addiction. When Violet’s alcoholic husband mysteriously disappears, her extended clan reunites at their rural Oklahoma homestead for a big, juicy family showdown that’s as hilarious as it is shocking. Originally created by the renowned Steppenwolf Theatre Company in Chicago, AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY is a rare theatrical event — a large scale work filled with unforgettable characters, a powerful tale told with unflinching honesty. The Associated Press calls it ‘An astonishing creation — riveting, extraordinary, and incredibly funny,’ and TIME Magazine named AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY the ‘#1 Show of the Year!’
AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY has been funded by The Pew Center for Arts and Heritage, through the Philadelphia Theater Initiative. |
Forrest Theatre, 1114 Walnut Street |
| April 30 |
Organ Jam:
Featuring Dr. Lonnie Smith, Joey DeFrancesco, Trudy Pitts and John Medeski
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Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
| May 01 |
Metropolitan Opera in HD: Armida - Gioachino Rossini
Back for its 3rd year at The State Theatre!
As part of its efforts to reinvigorate opera and reach out to a broader public, the Metropolitan Opera launched a groundbreaking program in December of 2006 -The Metropolitan Opera: Live in High-Definition, a series of opera performances transmitted live in HD to movie theaters around the world. |
State Theatre (State College, PA), 130 W. College Ave., State College, PA |
| May 01 |
XPN Welcomes PCAD Senior Show
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Pennsylvania College of Art and Design, Lancaster, PA |
| May 01 |
Spiral Q Puppet Theater
Spiral Q has been performing in the city for over a decade, and is known for bringing Philadelphians together through art and storytelling. Spiral Q’s colorful and unique puppets range from hand-sized to larger than life, making for some awesome interactive fun. PNC Grow Up Great performances take place from October through May on the first Saturday of each month in the Kimmel Center’s Commonwealth Plaza, unless otherwise noted. For more information, visit www.kimmelcenter.org/family. |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
| May 01 |
Jazz Up Close Celebrates Billie Holiday
Back in Your Own Backyard
Jazz Up Close concludes its five-concert tribute to Billie Holiday with two local favorites. Philadelphia native Denise King is a no-nonsense singer whose naturally beautiful voice, vibrato and phrasing please fans and fellow musicians alike. Much like one of her idols, Sarah Vaughan, King interprets jazz standards with touches of the blues, soul and gospel in a voice steeped in a sophisticated, soulful, satiny style.
Born in New York, trained in jazz and classical technique in Philadelphia, and schooled in sacred and secular music in her native Cuba, vocalist Venissa Santi has traveled a long road to develop her signature musical style and repertoire. A recipient of a 2008 Pew Fellowship in Folk and Traditional Arts, Santi is admired for her vocal audacity, unforgettable energy and originality. |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
May 04 -
May 23 |
Closer Than Ever
Each song in Closer Than Ever is a story; an intimate, insightful tale about love, security and happiness – and holding onto them in a world that pulls you in a hundred different directions at once. Maltby and Shire bring their celebrated craft and contemporary sensibility to songs about aging, mid-life crisis, second marriages, and role reversals with parents, wicked satirical jabs at Muzak, working couples and unrequited love. Tickets: $34-$42; Students: $15. Reserve your tickets now! Call 215-785-0100 or visit our website. Show times vary. |
Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol, PA |
| May 08 |
Paul Jacobs (organ)
Famous for his phenomenal technique, deep understanding of the instrument and a huge repertoire spanning five centuries, Paul Jacobs brings his charismatic stage presence and unique sense of showmanship to every performance. Program will include the rarely-heard Sonata in D Minor, Op. 60 by Max Reger. |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
May 14 -
May 16 |
Michael Flatley's Lord of the Dance
Described by the New York Post as “fascinating, rewarding and above all, entertaining,” and by the Los Angeles Times as “a showpiece extravaganza,” LORD OF THE DANCE is a mesmerizing blend of traditional and modern Celtic music and dance. The story is based upon mythical Irish folklore as Don Dorcha, Lord of Darkness, challenges the ethereal lord of light, the Lord of the Dance. Battle lines are drawn, passions ignite and a love story fueled by the dramatic leaps and turns of dancers’ bodies begins to build against a backdrop of Celtic rhythm. The action is played out over 21 scenes on a grand scale of precision dancing, dramatic music, colorful costumes and state-of-the-art staging and lighting. |
Merriam Theater, 250 S Broad St, Philadelphia |
May 14 -
May 15 |
Aspen Santa Fe Ballet
Price: $34-44
Program includes:
Twyla Tharp: Sue’s Leg
Jorma Elo: Red Sweet
From the Land of Enchantment comes one of the nation’s pioneering contemporary dance companies. For nearly two decades, the Aspen Santa Fe Ballet has brought its unique vision of classical intelligence and western ingenuity to the world of dance. Applauded at such venerable venues as the famed Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival and the Kennedy Center, experience what the New York Times calls a “breath of fresh air.” Sue’s Leg, choreographed by Twyla Tharp, is a reconstruction of the 1975 ballet inspired by ‘30s dance halls with music by Fats Waller. Red Sweet is choreographed by Jorma Elo to music by Vivaldi and Biber.
This performance has been funded by a grant from The New England Foundation for the Arts.
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Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
| May 21 |
Cabaret Series Performance: Brandon Cutrell
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Fulton Opera House, 12 N. Prince Street, Lancaster PA |
| May 22 |
Curated Princeton: Private Art/Public Eye
The second annual Curated Princeton: Private Art/Public Eye forms the fourth event in the “5 in 5” series. Following the success of last year’s Art Tour, ticketholders will tour four area private art collections, followed by a wine and cheese reception. Ticket purchases and more information will be available in early 2010. |
Arts Council of Princeton, |
June 03 -
July 04 |
Phantom
An epic, sweeping tale of murder, intrigue and romance, "Phantom" is told with more pathos and passion than other musical adaptations of Gaston Leroux's 1910 novel The Phantom of the Opera. This version, written by Arthur Kopit ("Nine", "Road to Nirvana") with stunning lyrics and
music by two-time Tony Award winner Maury Yeston ("Nine", "Titanic", "Grand Hotel"), faithfully tells the heartbreaking story of a disfigured musical genius who falls in love with the voice and beauty of a street singer who becomes his protege. But, can love finally embrace someone so
rejected by the world for his appearance? This exhilarating story, glorious music, elaborate sets and exquisite costumes will enrapture and captivate Fulton audiences. |
Fulton Opera House, 12 N. Prince Street, Lancaster PA |
| June 04 |
Brandywine Ballet: Chester County’s 2010 Samuel Barber Festival
Brandywine Ballet will perform a new, original work by choreographer Nancy Page set to the music of Samuel Barber as part of Chester County’s 2010 Samuel Barber Festival. The festival is a tribute to the 100th Anniversary of Samuel Barber, an internationally celebrated composer and West Chester native. Festival planners have scheduled a number of area recitals, concerts, and exhibits throughout 2010 (see attached schedule of events). Brandywine Ballet’s participation in the Samuel Barber Festival takes place Friday, June 4, 2010, 7:30 pm at Longwood Gardens. Admission to the performance is included in the price of admission to Longwood Gardens the day of the event. |
Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, PA |
| June 05 |
XPN Welcomes Sleeping Beauty
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Fulton Opera House, 12 N. Prince Street, Lancaster PA |
June 05 -
September 06 |
Creatures of the Abyss
Take a journey to the most inaccessible ecosystem on Earth-the deep
ocean. Discover the unearthly creatures and fascinating landscapes of
this largely unknown world. Full-scale models, preserved specimens,
exploration vehicles, and a bioluminescence theater shed light on the
mysteries of the deep sea and the bizarre creatures that live there.
Free with museum admission. |
Academy of Natural Sciences, 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway |
| June 06 |
Fourth Annual Berry Festival
Our growing annual June festival of music, fresh berries, and family fun! |
Harmony On The Hill, Wilmingrton, DE |
June 18 -
June 20 |
Avenue Q
AVENUE Q is Broadway’s smash-hit Tony® Award winner for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book. A hilarious show full of heart and hummable tunes, AVENUE Q is about trying to make it in NYC with big dreams and a tiny bank account. Called ‘one of the funniest shows you’re ever likely to see’ by Entertainment Weekly, AVENUE Q features a cast of people and puppets who tell the story in a smart, risqué and downright entertaining way. The New Yorker calls it ‘Subversive and uproarious!’
Recommended for ages 13 and up. Avenue Q has not been authorized or approved by The Jim Henson Company or Sesame Workshop, which have no responsibility for its content. |
The Academy of Music, 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia |
| June 19 |
Summer Solstice Celebration
Save the date for the Kimmel Center’s annual Summer Solstice extravaganza! This 15-hour party spectacular features family events and games, as well as classical, jazz, R&B, pop, world music and dance performance—and much more. Tickets go on sale Spring 2010. |
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia |
June 22 -
June 27 |
DreamGirls
Catch the dream! Direct from Harlem’s world famous Apollo Theater in New York City, a sensational new stage production of DREAMGIRLS comes to Philadelphia at the Academy of Music! Full of onstage joy and backstage drama, DREAMGIRLS tells the story of an up-and-coming, 1960s singing girl group, and the triumphs and tribulations that come with fame and fortune. With music by Academy® Award nominee Henry Krieger and book and lyrics by Tony® and Grammy®-Award winner Tom Eyen, DREAMGIRLS features the unforgettable hits: “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going,” “One Night Only” and “Listen.” Broadway director and choreographer Robert Longbottom (Bye Bye Birdie Broadway revival) and co-choreographer Shane Sparks (TV’s So You Think You Can Dance), along with some of Broadway’s top designers, re-envision this Tony® and Academy® Award winning musical so it sparkles like never before! |
The Academy of Music, 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia |
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