On Stage: Kick off the holidays with the Kennett Symphony
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The Kennett Symphony invites you to join with its musicians and special guests for a festive holiday celebration this weekend.
On December 2, the Kennett Symphony (http://kennettsymphony.org/) is presenting “Pops Goes the Holiday with Special Guest Philadanco” at 7:30 p.m. at Unionville High School (750 Unionville Road, Kennett Square).
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On Stage: A chance to preview ‘Wolf-in-skins’
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Wof-in-Skins
Years ago, Broadway shows would frequently open “out of town” prior to heading to New York. The productions would have week-long runs in Philadelphia, Boston, and Washington D.C. – sometimes even in Hartford, Wilmington or Baltimore.
The productions were in “partially-finished” stages — presented on stage to gauge audience reaction...
On Stage: Something ‘Better than Bacon’
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Better Than Bacon
Vegetarians looking for a breakfast choice will tell you that anything is “Better Than Bacon.”
Fans of comedy throughout the Delaware Valley will tell you that “Better Than Bacon” is a top-flight improvisational comedy act.
For the last eight years, Better Than Bacon has been generating laughter at its shows and has become a local favorite...
On Stage: Finding Neverland
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Finding Neverland
Casual fans of touring Broadway shows are usually very happy with a season line-up that includes standards and old favorites. Give them a roster of shows such as “Phantom of the Opera,” “Annie,” “Beauty and the Beast” and “Cats” and they’re satisfied.
More serious fans look for new shows each season – shows that have never...
On Stage: Shindell anything but ‘Careless’ at The Flash
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Richard Shindell
Kennett Flash has built a reputation for being both a rock club and a listening room – one night it could be electric guitar whiz Jennifer Batten and the next night the folkie duo The Kennedys.
The venue will be in “listening room” mode on November 17 when veteran singer-songwriter Richard Shindell headlines a show at Kennett Flash (102...
Art Watch: The Unionville Art Gala
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
You know the holidays are around the corner when the art and artisan shows start popping up on the weekends. Art is always the best gift, and there are so many places to buy that special hand-made work of art every weekend during the month of November!
The Annual Unionville Art Gala at Unionville High School in Kennett Square is Friday November 17th 6pm – 9pm,...
On Stage: We’re off to see the Wizard in Wilmington
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The Wizard of Oz
If you’re going to The Playhouse on Rodney Square (10th and Market streets, Wilmington, Delaware, 302-888-0200, www. duponttheatre.com) this week, you’ll probably find yourself singing these words – “We’re off to see the wizard, the wonderful Wizard of Oz”.
The national tour of “Wizard of Oz” is being presented at theater in...
On Stage (Bonus): Diane Coffee wakes up Philly
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Diane Coffee
Having played Philadelphia numerous times in recent years, Indiana-based Diane Coffee is returning to Philly to headline a show at Boot and Saddle (1131 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, 215-639-4528, www.bootandsaddlephilly.com) on November 11.
Names are not always what they seem – especially in the music world.
Diane Coffee is not a female vocalist...
On Stage: Haley Reinhart covers a lot of ground
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Haley Reinhart
When Haley Reinhart brings her “What’s That Sound? Tour” to the World Café Live (3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, 215-222-1400, www.worldcafelive.com) on November 10, she will treat her fans to live renditions of many of the songs from her latest album.
On September 22, the talented singer/writer Haley Reinhart released “What’s That...
Art Watch: The Magic of Metal
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
The 2nd Annual Magic of Metal Show is this weekend, November 10th from 6-9pm, and Saturday November 11th from 10am-5pm. This exciting metal sculpture show features the work 9 local artists who work with metal to create their art, including: Rob Sigafoos, Dave Beck, Laurie Murray, Lele Galer, Hattie Weselyk, Jeff Bell, Ellen Durkan, Karen Delaney and Stan Smokler....
