In celebration of the opening of the new Mediterranean-inspired West Conservatory, Longwood welcomes artists with ties to, and showcasing the cultures of, Mediterranean climates from around the world. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Times and tickets, LongwoodGardens.org.
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This is an interactive who-done-it dinner theater, so put on your hats, place your bets and make sure your juleps are strong—there’s a mystery to solve. 2775 Lebanon Rd., Manheim. Times and tickets, PARenFaire.com. You don’t want to miss this award-winning classic that’s both intimate and mythic in scope. Lorraine Hansberry’s pivotal drama portrays three generations sharing a cramped apartment on the segregated South Side of 1950s Chicago as they argue over how to spend the proceeds of a life insurance policy, revealing deep generational divides. 39 Conestoga Rd., […] Travel along with Honk as he discovers his true beauty, love and acceptance. “Honk!” is witty and heart-warming and will delight audiences of all ages. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, 610-891-0100; MediaTheatre.org. Henrik Ibsen’s brutal portrayal of womanhood caused outrage when it was first performed in 1879. This bold new version by Stef Smith reframes the drama in three different time periods — the fight for women’s suffrage, the Swinging Sixties and the modern day — intertwined in this urgent, poetic play that asks, “How far have […] |
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OMG Studios presents this staged reading by playwright Sunflower B. Rose. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, MediaTheatre.org. Apr. 2, An Evening with Tom Rush; Apr. 6, West Chester Dance Works; Apr. 10, The Laugh Lounge with Tim Hayes; Apr. 12, High Noon—A Tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd Band; Apr. 17, Haily Brinnel Quintet; Apr. 18, Uptown’s Classical Happy Hour: An Evening of Strings and Stories, 6 pm; Apr. 18, The Four C Notes, […] |
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Apr. 3, Marc Cohn; Apr. 4, Both Sides Now: The Music and Lives of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen; Apr. 5, “Japanese Storytelling with Magical Masks, Mime and Music” by Kuniko Yamamoto; Apr. 7, Toast—The Ultimate Bread Experience; Apr. 18, Stanley Jordan Plays The Dead; Apr. 25, The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute; May 2, […] Apr. 3–Aug. 2, “The Rise and Fall of Miss Fannie’s Biscuits.” Apr. 12–Oct. 18, Ryan & Friends: Lifetime of Laughter. 2760 #A Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand. Times and tickets, 717-768-1568; Bird-In-Hand.com/Stage. |
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Journey under the sea in this production complete with real water. Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s love story and the Disney classic animated film, with music. Bring cans and pouches of tuna (mermaid-safe brands, please) for the Chester County Food Bank. SALT West Chester, 19 Hagerty Blvd., West Chester. Times and tickets, SALTPA.com. |
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Apr. 5, Know Return/Fooling Ourselves: A Tribute to Kansas and Styx; Apr. 11, An Evening With Steve Forbert. 102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square. Visit website for more. Times and tickets, 484-732-8295; KennettFlash.org. Apr. 5, Joe Conklin with City Rhythm Orchestra; Apr. 11 & 12, 69 Love Songs 25th Anniversary Tour—The Magnetic Fields; Apr. 18, The Rascals; Apr. 26, 10,000 Maniacs. 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. Visit website for more. Times and tickets, KeswickTheatre.com. Here are just a few—check the website for more: Apr. 5, Melissa Etheridge; Apr. 17, The Temptations & The Four Tops; Apr. 18, Bonnie Raitt; May 3, Stayin’ Alive: One Night of the Bee Gees; May 17, Trisha Yearwood; June 22, Take Me Home: The Music of John Denver. 2425 Lincoln Hwy. E., Lancaster. Times […] Mischievous faeries and sparkling dancing will delight all in this retelling of Shakespeare’s beloved comedy. The Grand Wilmington, 818 N. Market St., Wilmington. Sat, 7 pm; Sun, 2 pm. Tickets, 302-652-5577; TheGrandWilmington.org. Apr. 5, Benise—25 Years of Passion; Apr. 11, Broken Arrow—The Music of Neil Young; Apr. 12, Total Mass Retain—YES Tribute Band; Apr. 16, The Greatest Moments in Philadelphia Sports History; Apr. 24, Blackmore’s Night with The Wizards Consort; Apr. 25, back to Back To Black: the Amy Winehouse Celebration; Apr. 26, 6th Annual Earth Day […] Take a journey through 80+ years of Ernestine Ashworth’s life, from her 17th to her 101st birthdays, marked by her mother’s golden butter cake and a kaleidoscope of experiences. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, PeoplesLight.org. |
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Music is in the air and the bar is open — it’s Jazz Brunch time. Enjoy an afternoon brunch with a Creole twist featuring New Orleans-style cuisine, Bloody Mary and mimosa bars, silent and live auctions, and entertainment by the Red Alert Band. Benefits Delaware Hospice’s mission to provide essential services and to serve as […] |
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Nearly 30 drummers and dancers from Tamagawa University make a return appearance on campus for an athletic and graceful appearance that includes thundering taiko drumming and Japanese folkloric dance. Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, 700 S. High St., West Chester. 7:30 pm. $20–$25. 610-436-2266; WCUPA.edu/Live. |
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You’re invited to celebrate and support the power of theater experiences for young people as People’s Light’s work in arts education is showcased in this fun, engaging night that will bring out your inner kid. This is one of five benefit events happening this year, celebrating the theater’s 50th anniversary. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. 6 […] |
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The musical takes a look at our complex, interconnected and social media-filled lives. 1007 N. Market St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-888-0200; TheGrandWilmington.org. Apr. 11–May 17, “Fiddler on the Roof.” May 23–June 21, “We Will Rock You” music of Queen. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com. Apr. 11–May 11, “Anastasia: The Musical.” June 13–July 20, “Cats.” 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org. Apr. 5, Know Return/Fooling Ourselves: A Tribute to Kansas and Styx; Apr. 11, An Evening With Steve Forbert. 102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square. Visit website for more. Times and tickets, 484-732-8295; KennettFlash.org. |
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Dazzling displays of native plants, ancient trees and landscape designs are highlighted on this guided exploration of Stoneleigh. The Tudor Revival Main House is also included in the tour. 1829 E. County Line Rd., Villanova. 10:30 am to noon. $10–$15. NatLands.org/Stoneleigh. |
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A coming-of-age tale inspired by the story of dance legend Norma Miller. 200 Water St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-594-1100; DelawareTheatre.org. |
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Bring the family for an afternoon when classical music meets creative storytelling. Children are encouraged to listen, dance and engage with music that spans playful stories to profound melodies. 226 N. High St., West Chester. 4 pm. Donation when you book your seats. UptownWestChester.org. |
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A romantic story and music of Polish pianist-composer, Fryderyk Chopin, set in Chopin’s Parisian salon teaches a piano lesson that actually took place March 1848. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, PeoplesLight.org. Sing along to the songs and enjoy the delightful patter that keeps audiences rolling in the aisles when they’re not humming along to some of the great pop hits of the 1950s. 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397- 7425; TheFulton.org. |
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Join the Fraggles as they set off on an adventurous journey exploring exciting new caves within Fraggle Rock. Enjoy fan-favorite songs and exciting visual effects. 1007 N. Market St., Wilmington. 3 pm. $52–$92. TheGrandWilmington.org. |
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Featuring the WCU Symphony Orchestra & Criterions. Held outside Main Hall, 720 S. High St. 4:30 pm. WCUPA.edu. |
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Two mythic tales—that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone—are intertwined as the play takes you on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. 1007 N. Market St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-888-0200; TheGrandWilmington.org. May 2, Leonid & Friends, tribute to the band Chicago; May 3, The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA; May 10, Almost Queen; May 16, Trisha Yearwood. 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. Visit website for more. Times and tickets, KeswickTheatre.com. Join Danny, Sandy, Rizzo & all of the rebels you love as they experience the highs and lows of the teenage dream. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, 610-891-0100; MediaTheatre.org. The show features all of the memorable songs from the animated film live onstage. Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center, 226 N. High St., West Chester. Times and tickets, UptownWestChester.org. Flowering and herb plants, indoor yard sale, arts/crafts vendors and Mother’s Day gifts. Benefits Arasapha’s programs. Behind New Castle Town Hall, 201 Delaware St., Historic New Castle, DE. Fri, 10 to 5; Sat, 9 to 3. Free. Arasapha.org/May-Market. |
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Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, 700 S. High St. Sat, 7:30 pm; Sun, 3 pm. WCUPA.edu. May 3, Saturday Night Jokes; May 7, Jon Anderson and The Band Geeks perform the music of Yes; May 10, The Weight Band; May 23, Roger McGuinn. 818 N. Market St., Wilmington. Visit website for more. Times and tickets, TheGrandWilmington.org. May 3, Shannon Curtis: 80s kids; May 17, The Ledbetters & Superunknown: Tributes to Pearl Jam & Chris Cornell; May 21, Phoenixville Area High School’s Vocal Fusion Spring Concert. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. Visit website for more. Times and tickets, TheColonialTheatre.com. The choral society joins forces with the Brandywine Valley Chorale and Unionville High School Chamber Choir, featuring over 170 voices along with professional soloists and orchestra. Unionville High School, 740 Unionville Rd., Kennett Square. 7:30. $20. ChesCoChoral.org. |