On Stage: thrill to ‘The Illusionists’
Also: Midge Ure, Above & Beyond, The Mavericks and more
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The Illusionists — Witness the Impossible will have a six day run at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia.
There are magicians everywhere and magic shows pop up on entertainment calendars on a regular basis. But, it’s safe to say that they all pale in comparison to “The Illusionists...
Art Watch: Beat the cold with local art options
Relax and warm up with a Fine Art Stroll
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
With the wintry chill setting in, you need to stay warm and fuel up your senses. There are a lot of wonderful local art shows in our area where you can relax in a warm gallery environment and charge up your senses. This is also a great time to sign up for art classes in any of our neighborhood venues: The Chester County...
On Stage: Nalani & Sarina are twice as nice
JMSN, Doomtree hit local stages; Michael Franti forced to cancel local gigs due to injury
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Nalani & Sarina take the stage at the World Cafe at the Queen, Feb. 13.
Years ago, there was a popular slogan used in commercials for a chewing gum brand that is still ranked in the Top 10 for “recognizable ad slogans.” The main hook was “Double your pleasure,...
‘StringFest’ 2015 held at Kennett High
Tri-county student talent delights
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By Kim Chiomento, Staff Writer, The Times
StringFest musicians practice in preparation for Tuesday evening’s concert
KENNETT – This week, nearly 100 5th and 6th grade student-musicians from Philadelphia, Delaware and Chester Counties came together at Kennett High School to showcase their combined talents.
StringFest...
Art Watch: Celebrating the Art Trust
The Art Trust is celebrating its tenth year in downtown West Chester
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
You may have noticed a hub of activity every month at the Meridian Bank at 16 West Market Street in downtown West Chester. Rarely does one see a bank office so brimming with people after 5pm! In the case of the Meridian Bank, they are the showplace for a small group of local artists who call...
On Stage: In The Mood celebrates greatest generation
Also: Barnum & Bailey Circus gets more Xtreme
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
In The Mood has a pair of performances at The Playhouse on Rodney Square (formerly the DuPont Theatre) on Feb. 5, saluting the music of World War II.
World War II lasted from 1939-1945 so, not surprisingly, many of the people who were adults back then have since passed away. According to statistics released...
On Stage: Pocopson’s Trombetta breaks out in Young Frankenstein
Also: Jack Hanna gets wild in Del., and for duo it is all about the bass
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Chris Trombetta, far left, of Pocopson enjoys a star turn as Igor in the production of Young Frankenstein at The Candlelight Theater
“The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein” is a very funny show.
It is a Broadway musical with a book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan and music...
Art Watch: The Delaware Valley Art League
Be a part of a creative community…Get out your paints!
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
Last week I wrote a bit about the life-changing power of one teacher to inspire hundreds of adults to get out and create and exhibit their work. We all have oil paints or pastels in a drawer somewhere, maybe it is the time to take them out and rekindle that creative flame? Sometimes it takes the community...
On Stage: Dukes of Destiny come home to The Flash
Also: Academy Award winning actress shows her musical side and more!
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Philly’s the Dukes of Destiny sees The Flash as something of a second home — and will hit the stage there, Jan. 24.
At times, certain venues and certain acts go together like beer and baseball or peanut butter and jelly. That chemistry exists between a club in Kennett Square and...
Art Watch: Art goes 24/7
The 24/7 Project is an exhibition adventure in art!
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
Thursday January 29th marks the opening reception for a fabulously innovative and fresh take on plein air in a day. Ceramic artist Rhoda Kahler and photographer Darcie Goldberg have collaborated on a 24 hour, 7 city artistic exploration of their travel impressions.
Over the past few months, this intrepid duo...
