On Stage: Pavone is a revelation in solo viola show

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Jessica Pavone A solo viola concert might not seem to be the most interesting of choices for an evening of musical entertainment. But, if the artist onstage is Jessica Pavone, then all preconceived expectations fly out the window. When Pavone performs her solo viola concerts, audiences get drawn into her complex compositions. Boredom never becomes...

On Stage (Extra): Cinderella comes to Wilmington

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Cinderella at the Rodney Street Playhouse. “Cinderella,” one of the most popular fairy tales in the world, exists in many forms – more than you would imagine. “Cinderella,” or “The Little Glass Slipper,” is a folk tale with thousands of variants throughout the world. The oldest documented version comes from China, and the oldest European version...

First State presents Cinderella, Feb. 20 & 21

First State Ballet Theatre, Delaware’s professional ballet company, presents Cinderella on Saturday February 20 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday February 21 at 2:00 p.m. at the Baby Grand Theater, 818 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801.  For half price student tickets and senior discounts call 1 800-37GRAND.  Adults $38-48, students $19-24.  Call box office at above number or visit www.ticketsatthegrand.org...

First State Ballet Theatre to debut ‘Cinderella’

Family-friendly production is company’s second world premiere this season First State Ballet Theatre will present the premiere of ‘Cinderella’ at the Grand Opera House on April 12 and April 13. Photo by Tisa Della-Volpe Continuing its tradition of presenting a Delaware or world premiere each season, First State Ballet Theatre (FSBT) will debut “Cinderella” – its second world premiere...