Art Watch: Three cheers for Randall Graham
First Friday events blanket the county this weekend
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
For this first week in November, there are fun First Friday November 4th art openings from Kennett Square to Wilmington, and thus the kickoff to the holiday season has officially begun.
Before getting to those exciting events, we must cheer the talents and most recent award for local Chester County artist Randall...
On Stage: Chesco’s Vincent John comes home to perform
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer
Vincent John
Vincent John, who was born and raised in Chester County, has lived in a number of places in recent years and has performed in concert all over Europe and South America.
Area fans will have the opportunity to hear John perform live on November 2 when the talented singer brings his pop/soul sound to the area for a show at Boot and Saddle (1131 South Broad...
Art Watch: ‘Rural Modern’ featured in show
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
Without question, the highlight for the arts this week is the highly anticipated blockbuster opening of “Rural Modern: American Art Beyond the City” at The Brandywine River Museum of Art, showing October 29- January 22. This is the most ambitious museum show to date and features 70 works by famous American painters including Georgia O’Keefe,...
On Stage: Maurice Hines ‘Tappin’ Thru Life’
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Maurice Hines
It’s hard to imagine that any show playing Philadelphia this year could be more enjoyable than Maurice Hines’ “Tappin’ Thru Life,” which is running now through November 20 at the Penn’s Landing Playhouse (211 South Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, 855-448-7469
www.plplayhouse.com).
Obviously, it’s show that features tap dancing.
Hines...
Art Watch: Behind the easel
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
The major art event of the week and perhaps the year is a two-fold celebration of contemporary realism in America that starts with the gallery opening at The Somerville Manning Gallery of “Behind The Easel” October 20-November 19, and The Delaware Art Museum’s “Truth and Vision” exhibition opening Friday October 21 for members only...
On Stage (Extra): Bobby Rush isn’t slowing down
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The singer who is headlining the show on October 16 at the Sellersville Theater (24 West Temple Avenue, Sellersville, 215-257-5808, www.st94.com) released his first single in 1952. Now, 64 years have gone by and he’s in no rush to make his final single. But, he’s always in a rush – he’s Bobby Rush.
The veteran bluesman is now in his 80s and is...
On Stage: Hairspray returns to Delaware Valley
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
“Hairspray” started out many years ago as a John Waters movie – a typically off-beat Waters piece that eventually became a cult favorite. In 2002, the musical version of “Hairspray” made its debut at Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre. Two months later, it opened on Broadway to rave reviews and went on to win eight 2003 Tony Awards – including...
Art Watch: The 1st annual Delaware County Studio Art Tour
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
Following the tremendous success of the Chester County Studio Tour that is held every Spring, Delaware County now has its very first Delaware County Studio Tour this Saturday October 15th from 10-6PM, and Sunday October 16th from 11-5 PM. The Studio Tours were created by artist Jeff Schaller to promote regional art by presenting a brought variety of original...
On Stage (Bonus edition): Mobley rocks it alone
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Mobley
This is the time of year that bands – unless they are in the studio – love to be on the road. It is the season when touring dominates music acts’ schedules.
Mobley is one of those acts that has headed out on tour – a tour that visits the area on October 9 for a show at MilkBoy Philly (1100 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, 215- 925-6455, www.milkboyphilly.com).
Even...
On Stage (extra): Joan Baez still going strong
Joan Baez
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Joan Baez has been making great music for more than 55 years. She was one of the most influential folk artists in the 1960s and has remained relevant for over five decades.
Baez, who has released more than 30 albums dating back to her eponymous debut in 1960, is equally known for her efforts as an activist.
The popular singer-songwriter-musician...
