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Events
“The Chequerboard Watch” at Delaware Theatre Company
Delaware Theatre Company 200 Water St., WilmingtonWeek of Events
Dutch Apple Theatre
Mar. 27–May 10, “Oklahoma!;” May 22–June 20, “All Shook Up;” June 26–Aug. 8, “Mary Poppins.” 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com.
Bird-in-Hand Stage
Apr. 2–July 25, “Ned & Nancy See America;” Apr. 9–Oct. 15, Ryan & Friends: Lifetime of Laughter. 2760 #A Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand. Times and tickets, 717-768-1568; Bird-In-Hand.com/Stage.
At The Fulton
Apr. 10–May 3, “Hairspray;” June 12–July 12, “West Side Story.” 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
“The Chequerboard Watch” at Delaware Theatre Company
A musical that tells the tale of a crew of sailors on a voyage aboard a 19th-century clipper ship. What begins as a smooth voyage to South Australia becomes dangerous. 200 Water St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, DelawareTheatre.org.
“9 to 5” at Media Theatre
Dolly Parton’s smash hit comes to Media Theatre. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, 610-891-0100; MediaTheatre.org.
“Willy Wonka Jr.” at Uptown
Roald Dahl’s classic tale comes to life in a whimsical, family-friendly musical packed with magic, mischief and music — a treat for audiences of all ages. Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center, 226 N. High St., West Chester. Fri, Sat, 7 pm; Sat, Sun, 2 pm. $21– $27. UptownWestChester.org
The Keswick Theatre
May 1, Jim Breuer; May 2 & 3, The Price is Right Live On Stage; May 9, The AC/DC Experience: Dirty Deeds, May 14, KISS Alive: the Tribute; May 19, A Night With David Lee Roth; May 29, Jim Jefferies. 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. Times and tickets, KeswickTheatre.com.
The Grand in Wilmington
May 1, Aries Spears; May 2, One Love, One Heart: Feelings in Color & Sound at Baby Grand; May 2, EagleMania: Eagles tribute band at Copeland Hall; May 17, One Night of Queen; May 27, Little Feat: farewell tour; May 30, The Rock Orchestra: tribute to Jimmy Buffett. 818 N. Market St., Wilmington. Times and […]
The Colonial Theatre
May 2, Van Halen Nation; May 8, Al Di Meola The Guitarchitect Featuring Electric Band; May 16, The Ledbetters & Superunknown: Tributes to Pearl Jam & Chris Cornell; and Dann Pell: Songs to Ground and Uplift; May 19, Vocal Fusion Spring Concert; May 20, Buckethead; May 22, Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Experience; […]
“The Woman Question” at People’s Light
A new play looks at the stories of medical pioneers who led the charge for women’s health and reproductive freedom 150 years ago, following the 1894 class of the Woman’s Medical College of Pennsylvania, whose struggles and joys reverberate across centuries. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, PeoplesLight.org.
Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center
May 7, Dan Tyminski; May 14, Chelsea Reed; May 21, One Alternative; May 29, Ball in the House; May 30, High Noon: Tribute to Lynard Skynard & Southern Rock; May 31, Purple Piano One Man Tribute to Prince. 226 N. High St., West Chester. Times and tickets, 610-356-2787; UptownWestChester.org.
“Kinky Boots” at The Playhouse
Celebrated with six Tony Awards, this big-hearted musical hit will have you strutting out of the theater. 1007 N. Market St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, TheGrandWilmington.org.
“The Lion King Jr.” at Media Theatre
Travel with Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle and back again in this inspiring tale. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, MediaTheatre.org.
Sunday, May 3, 2026
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Monday, May 4, 2026
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Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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Thursday, May 7, 2026
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Friday, May 8, 2026
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May 8, 2026 -Bourbon & Bluegrass at Winterthur
Bourbon & Bluegrass at Winterthur
Enjoy bourbon tastings, a bourbon-inspired cocktail, live bluegrass, the garden and more as Winterthur brings some Kentucky Derby style to Delaware. Rain date, May 11. 5105 Kennett Pk., Winterthur, DE. 5 to 8 p.m. $58; $29 for designated driver and student; under 12, free. Reservations required. Winterthur.org
Saturday, May 9, 2026
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May 9, 2026Uptown on Broadway
Uptown on Broadway
A red-carpet Broadway celebration of music, community and the future of the arts at Uptown with appetizers, open beer and wine bar (and a signature Broadway-inspired cocktail), silent auction and live performance. Uptown’s biggest annual fundraising event. 226 N. High St., West Chester. 5:30 pm. $125. UptownWestChester.org