On Stage: The play is the thing this weekend
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
This is a great time of year to see top-flight stage productions around the area.
There is a wide variety of shows on the calendar right now – a performance of an opera based on a Shakespeare story, an American premiere of a play by a playwright from Great Britain, a musical theater piece geared for young girls, an award-winning...
On Stage: Bridges of Madison County comes to PTC
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
“The Bridges of Madison County” has a great track record and its latest chapter is about to be written as the Philadelphia Theatre Company continues its 44th season with a top-flight production of the hit musical.
Now through March 3, “The Bridges at Madison County” will be performed at Philadelphia Theatre Company’s stage at the Suzanne...
Do you have a cavity?
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
How do you know if you have a cavity?
According to the National Institutes of Health, the most prevalent health condition after the common cold is tooth decay. It’s more than likely that if you haven’t already had a cavity, you will develop at least one in your lifetime. So, how do you know if you have a cavity? Well, depending on the...
Ex-DA Carroll backs Ryan’s bid for Chesco DA
Former Chester County District Attorney Joe Carroll with DA candidate Deb Ryan.
WEST CHESTER – Last Thursday, Deb Ryan officially announced that she will seek a historic election for Chester County District Attorney. When elected in November, Ryan will be the first woman and the first Democrat to hold this office. A seasoned prosecutor with 15 years of experience, and a former Deputy District...
Inner Nature: That sense of smell
By Vidja Rajan, Columnist, The Times
When preparing a body for embalming, the Ancient Egyptians carefully entombed organs considered necessary for the afterlife with the body. The brain was considered dispensable and was pulled out of the skull with a hooked rod inserted through the nose (http://legacy.mos.org/quest/mummy.php). In this, the ancient Egyptians discovered something significant: it’s...
Paying tribute to couples who love — and fight fires together
Amanda and Tom Keesey
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and in fire stations across Chester County love is in the air. To help celebrate the holiday, the Chester County Fire Chiefs Association is paying special tribute to couples who keep the spark of romance alive by saving lives together as volunteer firefighters.
The Association also encourages anyone looking to show their love for...
On Stage: Curtis On Tour, Chris Barron hit Chesco tonight
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
A vocal-quartet plus pianists as part of the Curtis On Tour Vocal Quartet.
Frequently, area music fans turn their attention to shows in Philadelphia when they’re looking for live entertainment.
On February 9, music fans from Philly and its suburbs will be looking to Chester County as a destination for top-flight live performances with a concert...
What To Do: Break up winter blahs with Valentine’s fun
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Victorine’s Valentine Day
Celebrating Valentine’s Day is always a good way to break up the doldrums of a grey winter.
Valentine’s Day Weekend has arrived so here are a few suggestions on how to celebrate the occasion with your sweetheart. There are several special events in the area that have become cherished traditional events in this area.
Mixed Media: China Pop at Delaware Contemporary
By Caroline Roosevelt, Columnist, The Times
I wouldn’t have blamed you if you weren’t able to make it out for any of last weekend’s events, considering the delightful polar vortex that overshadowed most of the country last week. On that note, while Pop Up Art KSQ still hosted their Wilmington exhibition, OFF SITE at Chris White Gallery, they will also be hosting a closing reception on...
On Stage: Second chance to see Finding Neverland
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Finding Neverland. Photo: Jeremy Daniel
If you missed the opportunity to see “Finding Neverland” when it played Philadelphia a little more than a year ago, you now have a second chance to catch a performance of the hit musical.
But, be aware – if you snooze, you lose.
“Finding Neverland” is returning to the area for a run at The Playhouse...
