On Stage: ‘Annie’ leads diverse local options
A little something for everyone at area venues this weekend
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Annie opens a six-dat run at the Academy of Music, March 17.
The area’s calendar of live music for the next week has something to satisfy almost every taste.
From the timeless music and story of “Annie” to the hardcore hip hop sounds of Twiztid, from the soothing music of the Delaware Symphony...
Downingtown STEM to present Pygmalion, March 14 & 15
Taking a break from the Pygmalion rehearsals are (front row, left to right): Co-directors Vivian Ferris and Beth Gledhill, and Chloe McCarty; and (back row, left to right): Jeff Grant, Miranda McMillian and Cameron Zach.
DOWNINGTOWN — George Bernard Shaw’s classic play, Pygmalion, comes to the Downingtown STEM Academy stage on Saturday, March 14th and Sunday March 15th at 7 pm. The high school’s...
On Stage: The 7eventy 2wos at The Flash
Also: ‘Rain’ in Wilmington, ‘Trotters’ in Philly
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The 7eventy 2wos — a band with strong Unionville roots — takes the stage at The Flash March 6.
March 6 will be a night of good music for area fans who want to get out of the house and listen to some of their favorite tunes performed live.
And, it will also be a night of tough decisions...
Art Watch: Radley Run Art Show kicks off Friday
Show benefits Safe Harbor, Chester County Art Association
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
The 6th Annual Radley Run Art Show starts this Friday from 6-10pm, and then continues on Saturday from 10am -3pm. The Radley show is free admission and open to the public. It is a lively, wonderful show with great food and drink in a beautiful location. If you have never been to The Radley Run Country...
On Stage: A blast from the past
Vanilla Fudge, Mike & the Mechanics lead local retro lineups
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
1960s icons Vanilla Fudge is back on tour and with a new album.
Fans of music from the past will have some good choices for live performances this weekend including a capella music, the music that was the foundation for doo-wop groups in the 1950s; Vanilla Fudge, one of America’s top bands...
Art Watch: CCAA Members show is ‘awesome’
The one of the biggest and best displays of art in Chester County
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
Most of you are undoubtedly familiar with the wonderful adult and children’s classes offered by the Chester County Art Association, but you might not know that every month their galleries have interesting new exhibits that highlight different themes, and that they have auxiliary Art Show...
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,...
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...
