On Stage Plus: Jesus Christ Superstar comes to Kimmel

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Jack Hopewell as Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar Hershey High School is a four-year high school in Dauphin County – a public school that is consistently ranked as one of the top public schools in the state of Pennsylvania. The school also has the distinction of being the alma mater of two highly regarded young talents in the world of sports and...

The May primary election matters, but not everyone gets to vote — which needs to change

By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times @mikemcgannpa In a few weeks, Pennsylvanians will go to the polls in what can be the most overlooked election we have: the off-year municipal primary, May 16. You may have your mail in ballot — as I do — don’t lose it or disregard it. Even with much easier mail-in voting, too many people will pass on their chance to vote. Additionally, as these are primary...

On Stage Extra: Phoneboy comes to the Foundry at Fillmore

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Phoneboy In the early 1980s, there was a British ska-pop-punk band called Fun Boy Three which was actually a trio of singers and percussionists performing along with a six-piece backing group that included a cellist and a trombone player. One of their UK hits was “Our Lips Are Sealed,” which was a chart song for The Go-Go’s in...

What To Do: Lights, camera…WC Film Festival

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Spring is here with flowers in bloom everywhere. Winter is now in the rear-view mirror and, not surprisingly, the area’s schedule of special things is filled to the brim. Three of the area’s more popular events are slated for this weekend – a film festival, a nature event and an art show. If you’re looking for something different in films,...

On Stage: Classic vocalists portrayed at People’s Light

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Bethany Thomas Fans of classic female vocalists as well as theater patrons will both find something to their liking in Chester County starting this week – and it’s the same show. People’s Light (39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, www.peopleslight.org), currently is presenting a show that features the music of Judy Garland, Patsy Cline, Billie Holiday,...

Mushroom Festival awards community grants

Grant winners from the Mushroom Festival recently gathered to accept their grants. The Mushroom Festival awarded over $77,000 in grants to 38 local non-profit and community organizations at their annual Grants Reception last week, the Mushroom Festival Board announced today. While the Mushroom Festival is a weekend event, the impact continues all year. Each year, the Mushroom Festival provides...

On Stage Spotlight: John Kim Faye is a true Renaissance man

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times John Kim Faye John Kim Faye is a modern-day Renaissance Man. He is a singer. He is a guitarist. He is the founder of a band. He is a drummer. He is a songwriter. He is a producer. He is a front man for a rock band.  He is a mentor. He is one of Delaware’s All-Star musicians. He is a vocal coach. He is the creator and presenter of a podcast. Now,...

State Police: Margera sought on assault charge

State Police said that Brandon “Bam” Margera — best known for his part in the Jackass TV/movie series — is being sought on an arrest warrant for after an incident at a Hickory Hill Road residence in Pocopson. Police said Margera was involved in a physical altercation with another man, who poolie said, suffered minor injuries. Margera, police said, then fled on foot into...

Kennett Square to hold public meeting on Fire/EMS services May 25

Facing spiraling fire and EMS costs, Kennett Square has hired a consultant to look at those costs — and the results of that study will be presented at a special public meeting next month. On Thursday, May 25 at 7 pm at Borough Hall (600 S. Broad Street), a special Borough Council meeting will be held to discuss the Borough’s needs and interests as it relates to its Fire and Emergency Medical...

What To Do: Earth Day celebrations throughout the area

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times  Longwood Gardens Earth Day is a worldwide environmental movement that takes place every year on April 22. The goal of this celebration is to raise awareness about sustainability and clean living, and to educate people on the importance of preserving our planet. The Earth Day 2023 theme is focused on engaging the more than 1 billion people, governments,...