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...
On Stage: Primitive Man just keeps on flowing

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Primitive Man
If you’ve ever seen a slow lava flow in Hawaii – whether in person or on film – you have to be impressed.
The lava flows down the side of the mountain – slowly, steadily and with nothing to deter it let alone halt it.
It is a force of nature and, if you remain in its path, it will roll over you and destroy you.
On Stage (Spotlight): Mary Fahl brings special show to The Highway

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Mary Fahl
When Mary Fahl performs in concert, there are three possible avenues she might travel. She could take the stage with her band. She could perform a solo show. Or, she could treat her fans to a live presentation of one of her special projects.
On November 4, Fahl will return to the area for a show at Arden Gild Hall (The Highway, Arden, Delaware,...
On Stage: ‘Phantom’ is back in Philly

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Phantom of the Opera
It was inevitable that “The Phantom of the Opera” would become the longest-running musical of all time — both on Broadway and London’s West End. It is the longest running show in Broadway history by a wide margin. Based on fan response and ticket sales, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s show is also one of Philadelphia’s...
Art Watch: First Friday openings for November

By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
First Fridays every month are always a frenzied and fun art event throughout the county, but this First Friday is particularly packed with art as it kicks off the holiday gift giving season. This Friday, start in Kennett Square with the First Friday Art Loop, November Art Loop in Kennett November 3 from 6-9pm. Most every store in Kennett Square will highlight...
On Stage: Santo still sweet with time off from HoneyHoney

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
It would make sense if the opening act on October 30 Boot and Saddle (1131 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, 215-639-4528, www.bootandsaddlephilly.com) were called Honey.
The opener for headliner Willie Watson is Suzanne Santo, who is one-half of the L.A.-based Americana band HoneyHoney.
There’s no need for HoneyHoney fans to worry that the band has broken...
On Stage: Peaceful music, or anything but on Sunday

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Abbie Gardner
People view Sunday nights in different ways. Some like to relax and get ready for the upcoming work week while others like to do things to squeeze the most out of their weekends.
For those who like to maximize their weekends by enjoying live music, there are two choices this Sunday that are polar opposites – a quiet show by a solo acoustic...
On Stage: Annie Haslam, Renassance back for a very special local show

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Annie Haslam
It’s always a special occasion when Annie Haslam performs in the area.
In recent years, she has made fans’ holiday seasons brighter with special holiday-themed shows.
Now, she is returning for a very special show at the Keswick Theater (291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, 215-572-7650, www.keswicktheatre.com) on October 27.
Haslam, who was...
On Stage: Hal Ketchum comes to West Chester

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Hal Ketchum
Hal Ketchum has played his songs for fans all over the world. Now, Ketchum is bringing his music to West Chester.
On October 26, Ketchum will headline a show at the Bravo Main Stage Theater at the Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center (226 North High Street, West Chester, 610-356-2787, www.uptownwestchester.org).
Ketchum is a country music artist...