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Events
“Seventeen Men” at Chester County History Center
Chester County History Center 225 North High Street, West Chester“I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change” at The Candlelight Theatre
Candlelight Theatre 2208 Millers Rd, WilmingtonWeek of Events
Brandywine River Museum of Art
“Home Places: Andrew Wyeth and the Architecture of Chadds Ford.” 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 10 to 4. $6–$18. Brandywine.org.
“Seventeen Men” at Chester County History Center
“Seventeen Men” — an exhibit discovering the men of the U.S. Colored Troops and their role in the Union Army during the Civil War. 225 N. High St., West Chester. Tues–Sat, 9:30 to 4:30. $5–$8. MyCCHC.org.
Disney 100 — The Exhibition
Created for the 100-year celebration of The Walt Disney Company, the world premiere exhibition will feature rarely seen original artworks and artifacts, costumes and props and other memorabilia. Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th St., Philadelphia. Daily 9:30 to 5. $25. FI.edu.
“Our Red Planet” at Delaware Art Museum
“Our Red Planet” an exhibition by Anna Bogatin Ott. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. Wed, 10 to 4; Thurs, 10 to 8; Fri–Sun, 10 to 4. $6–$12, Sun, free. 302-571-9590; DelArt.org.
“I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change” at The Candlelight Theatre
Described as “Seinfeld set to music,” it explores the journey from dating to love to marriage. 2208 Millers Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.
Transplant Alliance Fundraisers
Apr. 1, Spring Raffle Basket Fundraiser; Apr. 16, Luxury Designer Bag Bingo; Apr. 21, Friday Night Cash Bingo; Apr. 22, Sportsman Bingo; Apr. 29, Kid’s Bingo with Magic Show from Ran’D Shine. Events held at 799 State St., Pottstown. Times and tickets, TransplantAlliance.org.
Longwood Gardens Indoor Performance Series
Apr. 1, Kat Edmonson; Apr. 13, Trio Mediæval; Apr. 15, Open Organ Console Day; Apr. 16, organist Seung Hee Cho; Apr. 22, Lyric Fest presents The Metamorphoses of Plants; Apr. 28, organist Raúl Prieto Ramírez. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Times and tickets, LongwoodGardens.org.
The Keswick Theatre Presents
Apr. 1, The Mavericks; Apr. 6, The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA; Apr. 8, Sonja Morgan; Apr. 14, Bruce- O-Rama; Apr. 15, Floyd Nation; Apr. 16, Napoleon Dynamite Live; Apr. 19, Judy Collins and Madeleine Peyroux performing with a 35-piece symphony orchestra; Apr. 21, Back to the ‘80s Show With Jessie’s Girl; Apr. 27, Star […]
At The Grand in Wilmington
Apr. 1, Leo Kottke; Apr. 7, Yamato; Apr. 13, Rain: A Tribute to The Beatles at The Playhouse; Apr. 13, Raul Midón at The Baby Grand; Apr. 14, Paula Poundstone; Apr. 16, Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives; Apr. 22, Jim Messina; May 4, Graham Parker, May 5, Vic DiBitetto; May 6, Jay Ungar & […]
“Footloose” at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
Based on the 1984 movie. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com.
American Music Theatre
Apr. 2, The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA; Apr. 13, Josh Turner: Long Black Train 20th Anniversary Tour; Apr. 14, The Temptations and The Four Tops; Apr. 19, One Night of Queen Performed by Gary Mullen and The Works; Apr. 20, Clint Black; Apr. 21, Our Planet Live In Concert; Apr. 28, Scotty Mc- Creery; […]
Bird-in-Hand Stage
Apr. 6–July 27, Dear Solider Boy, musical comedy set in the heart of Amish Country. Apr. 7–Oct. 28, Ryan & Friends: Never Speechless, a multimedia variety show with comedy routine and song parodies. Aug. 4–Oct. 19, The Home Game, baseball, farming and family. 2760 #A Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand. Times and tickets, 717-768-1568; Bird-In-Hand.com/Stage.
Kennett Flash
Apr. 8, Anthony “Turk” Cannon; Apr. 14, Solar Federation: A Tribute to Rush; Apr. 21, Know Return: A Tribute To Kansas; Apr. 28, Arlen Roth. 102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square. Times and tickets, 484-732-8295; KennettFlash.org.
Fortnight of Festivities: Celebrating 400 Years of Shakespeare
West Chester University is celebrating the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's First Folio. WCU is among a few who own a complete set of the Folio — only 235 are known to exist. Planned events include an edible book contest, "Shakespeare and the Heavens" in the Mather Planetarium and a talk by Pulitzer Prize winner James […]
“Man of La Mancha” at Delaware Theatre Company
One of the world’s most popular musicals and winner of five Tony Awards. 200 Water St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-594-1100; DelawareTheatre.org.
Disney’s “Moana Jr.” at Media Theatre
The thrilling and heartwarming coming- of-age story follows the strong-willed Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, 610-891-0100; MediaTheatre.org.
“Titanic” at Fulton Theatre
A musical play that examines the causes, conditions and characters on the Titanic. The Fulton, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
First State Ballet Theatre — “Don Quixote”
A family-friendly ballet full of adventure, humor and romance. 818 N. Market St., Wilmington. Fri, Sat, 7 pm; Sun, 2 pm. $22.99–$65. TheGrandWilmington.org.
Delaware Marathon Running Festival
Runners enjoy majestic views along the Riverfront and through downtown. Benefits Delaware College Scholars and the Cardiac Center, Nemours/Alfred I. du Pont Hospital for Children. Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park, 815 Justison St., Wilmington. DelawareMarathon.org.
City Restaurant Week in Wilmington
Sample creative cuisine at a selection of the city’s premier local restaurants with prix fixe menus. For details, VisitWilmingtonDE.com/Events.
“Songs for Nobodies” at People’s Light
A one-woman performance with the music of Judy Garland, Patsy Cline, Billie Holiday, Edith Piaf and Maria Callas performed by Bethany Thomas. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, 610-644-3500; PeoplesLight.org.
“Million Dollar Quartet” at Media Theatre
The extraordinary twist of fate that brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, 610-891-0100; MediaTheatre.org.
The Philadelphia Show
Celebrating 60 years at the Philadelphia Museum of Art and featuring 40 outstanding exhibitors specializing in fine art, Americana, antiques, folk art, ceramics, textiles and decorative arts. Preview Apr. 27. 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Phila. Visit ThePhiladelphiaShow.com.
West Chester International Short Film Festival
The festival presents over 60 films at the West Chester Film Festival, the Family Film Festival (presented by the West Chester Friends School) and Young Filmmaker Film Festvial. Apr. 28, Opening Night Party with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. Apr. 30, Closing Night Party where top films in each genre get awards. Pop-Up Films will be […]
50th Annual Yellow Springs Art Show
Works from 220+ juried artists available for purchase. Apr. 28, Art Show Party, an evening of art, music, cocktails, dinner and auction. May 14, Art Around the Village, a free community event with demonstrations, music, kids activities. Benefits Historic Yellow Springs. 1685 Art School Rd., Chester Springs. YellowSprings.org.
American Cancer Society of Lancaster County Presents Bark For Life
Featuring a Strut Your Mutt Parade, games, contests, giveaways, demos. Please bring blankets, treats, toys, food, cleaning supplies for the rescues. New Life Fellowship Church, 420 E. Fulton St., Ephrata. 10 to 2. Free. Facebook.com/ACSBarkForLife.
Sunday, April 23, 2023
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Monday, April 24, 2023
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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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April 27, 2023 -DelArt Readers Book Club
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April 27, 2023 -“All That’s Purple Affair” Embracing Hope and Healing!
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April 27, 2023 -Main Point Book Club
DelArt Readers Book Club
Held onsite and virtual, this community-led event meets monthly to discuss, debate, celebrate and share works of fiction and nonfiction. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. 6 to 8 pm. Free. DelArt.org.
“All That’s Purple Affair” Embracing Hope and Healing!
The Domestic Violence Center of Chester County invites you to their annual fundraising gala featuring entertainment and silent auction, hosted by NBC 10’s Tracy Davidson and 4-time TEDx speaker, Jen Croneberger. Mendenhall Inn, 323 Kennett Pk., Mendenhall. 6 pm. Tickets, DVCCCPA.org.
Main Point Book Club
NonFiction Book Group: “We Don’t Know Ourselves” by Fintan O’Toole, 7 pm. Temp. location, 122 E. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. MainPointBooks.com.
Friday, April 28, 2023
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April 28, 2023 -Main Line Symphony Orchestra Concert–Spring Bouquet: Spanish Roots
Main Line Symphony Orchestra Concert–Spring Bouquet: Spanish Roots
Spanish and Latin American themes: Gershwin’s Cuban Overture, De Falla’s Three Cornered-Hat and Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranjuez featuring classical guitar virtuoso John Marcel Williams. Valley Forge Middle School, 105 W. Walker Rd., Wayne. 8 pm. $15–$20. MLSO.org.
Saturday, April 29, 2023
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April 29, 2023 -Peter’s Place Annual Benefit & Auction
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April 29, 2023 -Chester County Hospital Gala—Fly Away to Rio
Peter’s Place Annual Benefit & Auction
“Constellations: A Night of Shining Stars” is the theme for this benefit for Peter’s Place, a family grief support agency. Aronimink Golf Club, 3600 St Davids Rd., Newtown Square Newtown Square. Tickets $225 and up. Times and tickets, PetersPlaceOnline.org.
Chester County Hospital Gala—Fly Away to Rio
Friends of Chester County Hospital celebrate their mission and support community outreach programs. Dance the night away while supporting Chester County Hospital. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. ChesterCountyHospital.org/Giving.