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Reacher Season 2 brings explosive action and a deeper look at the legendary 110th Special Investigations Unit, led by Alan Ritchson’s unforgettable Jack Reacher. From brutal fight scenes to loyal team dynamics, here’s why this season is worth the binge—see what makes it hit so hard.
Randall Goosby lit up the stage with thrilling virtuosity in a rare program uniting Barber, Tchaikovsky, and Sibelius at the New Jersey Symphony. Discover how this emotionally rich, queer-celebrating concert made history—don’t miss what’s next.
Stravinsky’s Petrushka got a bold, contemporary twist at the Kimmel, where BalletX and Ensemble132 joined forces in a genre-blending night of dance and live music. Discover how Philly’s most creative voices redefined tradition—don’t miss this unforgettable fusion.
Despite severe winter winds, the New Jersey Symphony’s performance of Handel’s Messiah lit up Princeton with soaring vocals and powerful emotion. Discover how Montclair’s rising stars and a stellar conductor made this night unforgettable.
Experience the electric brilliance of the Modigliani Quartet’s Beethoven interpretations at the Kimmel Center. Dive into the magic—read now.
Michelle Cann stuns with fierce piano mastery as the New Jersey Symphony celebrates queer stories and musical brilliance. Don’t miss this electrifying review.
Emanuel Ax returns for his 50th anniversary with the Philadelphia Orchestra in a powerful program featuring Beethoven and Brahms. Read the full review now.
Esa-Pekka Salonen and the Philadelphia Orchestra delivered a spellbinding evening of Mozart and Bruckner at Marian Anderson Hall. Experience the power—read now.
Experience Rossini’s Il Viaggio a Reims reimagined as a living art gallery with surreal visuals, bold staging, and unforgettable performances. Don’t miss Opera Philadelphia’s visionary 50th Season opener.
Christopher Durang’s dramatic comedy returns to Bucks County with a stunning new production at Bristol Riverside Theatre. Catch it before Oct 5!
Join Famous 4th Street for National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day with $1 cookies, free treats, and family fun across Philly and NJ. Don’t miss it!
Congress may rename the Kennedy Center Opera House after Melania Trump while Opera Philadelphia launches its new Pipe Up! series. Read more now.
Experience breathtaking puppetry and powerful storytelling in Life of Pi: The Musical. See it in Philly before the tour moves on—get your tickets now!
Experience Titanic: The Musical live in Buckingham through July 26. Don’t miss this emotional, award-winning production—get your tickets now!
Experience the thrill of OVO by Cirque du Soleil at Wells Fargo Center—an acrobatic spectacle celebrating the insect world. Grab your tickets before it’s gone!
Experience the electrifying brilliance of the NJ Symphony with Conrad Tao and Shostakovich’s power-packed Fifth. Don’t miss what made this night unforgettable.
Don’t miss Nina Stemme’s final performance as Isolde with The Philadelphia Orchestra—June 8 is your last chance. Get your tickets now!
Celebrate spring with the New Jersey Symphony’s joyful concert featuring Mozart’s classics and Abels’ genre-bending Delights and Dances. Read the full review now!
Experience Helmut Lachenmann’s boundary-breaking Got Lost as performed by Lucy Fitz Gibbon and Sahun Sam Hong. Don’t miss this avant-garde masterpiece—watch now!
Sex, death, and dazzling sound collide in this bold Philadelphia Orchestra performance. Explore the drama—read the full review now.
Saxophonist Jess Gillam and pianist Thomas Weaver lit up Princeton University with a thrilling, genre-blending season finale. Don’t miss what made this concert unforgettable
Mitsuko Uchida’s recital at the Perelman was a masterclass in expression and technique. Discover how this legendary pianist captivated Philadelphia—read more now.
Hungarian pianist Zoltan Fejervari’s PCMS recital was a livestream masterpiece. Catch the magic and support future performances—watch now!
Two brilliant women, centuries apart, collide through science, motherhood, and passion in Legacy of Light. Discover why McCarter’s staging dazzles—read on.
Lady Celestina lit up McCarter Theatre’s Pride Night with show-stopping drag, signature cocktails, and LGBTQ+ joy. Don’t miss the magic—read now!
Experience the emotional power of live chamber music with Kristen Lee and Michael Stephen Brown in CMSLC’s unforgettable Art of the Recital livestream. Watch now before it disappears!
The New Jersey Symphony delivered a thrilling night of music, featuring pianist Adam Tendler in a captivating performance of Nico Muhly’s Sounding for Piano and Orchestra. From dazzling debuts to Rachmaninoff’s emotional Second Symphony, the evening was unforgettable.
The White Lotus dives into the lives of the wealthy and privileged at an elite resort, exposing their hidden darkness. From power struggles to shocking twists, this HBO hit keeps audiences hooked. Ready to unravel the mystery?
Finnish pianist Juho Pohjonen delivered an electrifying recital at Lincoln Center, blending introspection with sheer virtuosity. Experience the highlights of this unforgettable performance.
Mystic Pizza, The Musical brings 80s nostalgia to life with high-energy performances at Paper Mill Playhouse! Catch this jukebox musical before it’s gone on February 23, 2025.
Experience Alfred Uhry’s award-winning Driving Miss Daisy, a touching story of friendship, race, and resilience, now at Walnut Street Theatre. Don’t miss this gem of a play—reserve your seats today!
Wicked hits the big screen with dazzling performances, stunning visuals, and unforgettable musical numbers. Don’t miss this spellbinding sensation!
Experience the magic of The Muppet Christmas Carol brought to life by The Philadelphia Orchestra. Live music, timeless charm, and holiday cheer await!
Join the LGBTQ+ community and allies for joyful pre-concert gatherings like this Ugly Sweater Party at Princeton’s historic Maclean House. Don’t miss future events!
Experience the magic of “A Chanticleer Christmas” as the renowned vocal ensemble fills Princeton University Chapel with stunning harmonies. Discover timeless carols and vibrant performances—don’t miss their next tour!
The Renaissance Quartet, led by Randall Goosby, delivered an unforgettable night of fiery passion and stunning musicianship at the McCarter Theatre. Discover the brilliance that captivated a stormy Princeton evening!
Uncover the secrets of the Vatican in Conclave, a riveting thriller where faith, power, and mystery collide. Don’t miss this stellar cast and shocking twists—experience it now!
The New Jersey Symphony’s season opened with spellbinding performances by maestro Xian Zhang and pianist Inon Barnaton in a vibrant program featuring Mozart, Ortiz, and Rimsky-Korsakov. Get captivated by their next concert!
Igor Levit’s mesmerizing recital at Princeton University Concerts brought the powerful compositions of Bach, Brahms, and Beethoven to life. Discover how his unforgettable performance captivated every listener.
Riccardo Muti’s return to Philadelphia led to a powerful Verdi Requiem performance, moving the audience to their feet with the orchestra’s passionate brilliance.
The international musical hit, Joseph and His Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is now onstage in Manasquan, NJ, at The Algonquin Arts Theatre until October 20th. With Music by Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber, and Lyrics by Tim Rice, this celebrated musical wowed London, New York, and just about everywhere else. Now, Joseph and His Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is wowing the packed…
Jersey Boys is now lighting up the Walnut Street Theatre with stunning performances, incredible vocals, and live music. Don’t miss this unforgettable production running until November 3rd!
Matthew Shepard’s brutal murder in 1998 shocked the nation and ignited a movement for LGBTQ+ rights. Learn about his legacy and how it led to hate crime legislation.
Ladies in Lavender may have received lukewarm reviews, but its quiet beauty and emotional depth showcase the undeniable brilliance of Dames Maggie Smith and Judi Dench. Don’t miss this melancholic gem!
David Sedaris charmed Princeton with his sharp humor, quirky anecdotes, and personal reflections. Discover the laughs and surprises from his latest appearance—read on for more!
Delve into the dark and twisted world of Catherine de Medici in Season One of The Serpent Queen, now streaming on Amazon Prime. Witness power plays, betrayals, and deadly alliances in this gripping historical drama.
Dive into the wild, gore-filled world of Deadpool & Wolverine, where relentless action meets dark humor and flamboyant villainy. Don’t miss the over-the-top spectacle that’s taking the box office by storm!
Catch the spectacular production of Funny Girl at the Philadelphia Academy of Music before it leaves on July 28. Don’t miss this Broadway sensation!
Experience three unique world premieres by BalletX, showcasing diverse expressions and captivating performances. Join us at the Wilma by July 21!
Experience Shakespeare’s The Merry Wives of Windsor like never before at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival, blending Elizabethan charm with a rock ‘n’ roll twist. Don’t miss this enchanting performance!
Experience the electrifying atmosphere of Pride Night as the Philadelphia Phillies dominate the San Diego Padres, celebrating LGBTQ+ heroes. Join the excitement and support Greater Philadelphia GOAL.
Daniil Trifonov dazzles Princeton with a stunning performance of Gershwin’s Concerto in F, leaving the audience in awe. Experience the brilliance of live music – don’t miss out!
**The Play That Goes Wrong**, a hilariously disastrous comedy about a bumbling theatre company’s attempt at a murder mystery, is now captivating audiences with its chaotic charm at The Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival until June 16, 2024.
Experience the electrifying performance by the New Jersey Symphony, featuring works by Berlioz, Clyne, and Beethoven. Dive into a night of exceptional music and masterful performances. Read on for the full review!
Join us as we delve into Esa-Pekka Salonen’s riveting concert with the Philadelphia Orchestra, featuring his latest masterpiece and breathtaking performances by Olivier Latry and the Philadelphia Symphonic Choir.
Experience the enchanting brilliance of Evgeny Kissin’s live recital at Verizon Hall. Join us as we delve into a night of musical mastery and emotional depth.
Don’t miss the clever and hilarious “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder” at the NJ Shakespeare Theatre. Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with laughter and brilliant performances. Get your tickets now!
Experience the unmatched brilliance of Leif Ove Andsnes and The Philadelphia Orchestra. Dive into our review for a glimpse of this breathtaking performance!
Discover how Sir Simon Rattle and the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra brought Mahler’s epic Symphony No. 6 to life at Verizon Hall. An unforgettable night of music awaits!
Discover the unexpected musical delights as the Brentano Quartet steps in last-minute at Richardson Auditorium. Don’t miss this riveting recap!
Explore the stirring blend of traditional opera and modern interpretations in Opera Philadelphia’s latest staging of Madame Butterfly. Discover why the music triumphs even when the production provokes.
Discover Emanuel Ax’s thrilling blend of Beethoven and Schoenberg at the Kimmel Center, a sublime exploration of classical contrasts.
Discover an evening of unparalleled classical performances at Drew University, featuring the world-renowned Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center.
Experience the Ebene Quartet’s masterful blend of Haydn, Bartók, and Schubert in a vivid recital at the Perelman. Don’t miss their profound artistry!
Dive into the profound beauty of Schubert’s piano duets with Mitsuko Uchida and Jonathan Biss at Princeton University. A must-experience musical revelation.
Discover the enchantment of Disney’s Frozen on stage in Philadelphia! Stellar performances and jaw-dropping effects await.
Discover the enchantment of “Big: The Musical” at Bristol Riverside Theatre – a journey of dreams, reality, and heart.
Don’t miss the magic of ‘Dreamgirls’ at McCarter Theatre. A stellar cast brings the hit musical to life!
Experience the epic journey of ‘The Lehman Trilogy’ at Arden Theatre. A must-see portrayal of ambition and resilience
Experience the emotional depth of Schubert’s Winterreise with Mark Padmore and Mitsuko Uchida. A must-read insight
Discover the Kyiv Virtuosi Symphony Orchestra’s stunning performance in New Brunswick, a blend of Ukrainian heritage and classical mastery.
Experience the magic of Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony with the New Jersey Symphony at Princeton. A night of musical mastery awaits.
Discover the Hagen Quartet’s unforgettable performance, showcasing unparalleled technique and sensuality in music. A night of emotional intensity and masterpieces.
Discover the Hagen Quartet’s breathtaking showcase at Perelman Theater, a testament to their remarkable musicianship and the power of classical music.
Dive into the world of musical fantasies with Pierre-Laurent Aimard’s latest recital. Experience the thrill of classical improvisation and dramatic flair in a captivating performance.
Dive into the comedic genius of Groucho Marx and his family in a musical tribute at Walnut Street Theatre. A must-see journey through humor and history.
Discover the mesmerizing recital by Faust, Melnikov, and Queyras at Princeton – a night of musical mastery and emotional depth. Explore their stunning interpretations of Schumann, Carter, and Brahms.
Dive into Richard Goode’s piano recital featuring Chopin’s profound works. Experience a musical narrative of Poland’s history.
Discover the magic of ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’, a musical masterpiece in Philadelphia. Experience Rob McClure’s stellar performance in this must-see production.
Discover the awe-inspiring performance of Víkingur Ólafsson as he masterfully interprets Bach’s Goldberg Variations. Join us for a musical journey of unparalleled brilliance.
Discover the magic of Hélène Grimaud’s piano concert at Princeton – a blend of Beethoven’s dreams and Brahms’s passion. A night of musical enchantment awaits!
Discover the captivating revival of Edward Albee’s “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” at Philadelphia’s Walnut Street Theatre – an unforgettable theatrical experience.
Discover the magic of Augustin Hadelich’s Beethoven performance with the New Jersey Symphony. A night of musical transcendence awaits!
Twelfth Night was a dark and stormy affair, bringing inches of rain locally, and up to six inches of snow only 50 miles north of Philadelphia. The Muses Nine, however, rescued Sunday, January 7, 2024, from a similar fate. Baring their breasts to Heaven, they appeased The Great God Zeus, ensuring by their generosity a clear…
Saltburn is Amazon/MGM Studios’ latest sensation, captivating audiences with its boundary-pushing narrative. Strikingly directed by Emerald Fennell, the film blends drama, dark comedy, and tantalizing moments that have become the talk of the town. Join us in exploring this decadently dark journey streaming now on Amazon Prime.
The Philadelphia Orchestra’s performance of Handel’s Messiah at Verizon Hall, conducted by Nicholas McGegan, featured exceptional soloists and resonated with contemporary relevance, offering a captivating blend of timeless beauty and reflection on pressing global issues.
Experience the splendor of Handel’s ‘Messiah’ in our latest performance review. Join the musical journey.
Experience the magic of Mannheim Steamroller’s Christmas tour and why millions are captivated.
Discover the Staatskapelle Berlin’s tribute tour with Yannick Nezet-Seguin. Experience Brahms’ masterpieces in an unforgettable performance.
Delve into a breathtaking night of music and emotions with the Danish String Quartet. Discover their unparalleled skill and charisma.
Dive into the world of chamber music at Drew University, as we relive a stirring performance from the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center.
Experience the riveting adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby, now a breathtaking musical at New Jersey’s Paper Mill Playhouse.
World-renowned and Grammy Award winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer gave a stunning recital at Princeton University on October 12, 2023. Chanticleer’s program was entitled Music of a Silent World. The composers featured were Kurt Weill, Majel Connery, Ayanna Woods, Ann Ronell, Heinrich Isaac, Max Reger, Joni Mitchell, Hoagy Carmichael, Frank Churchill, Irving Berlin, and The Weather by Clyde Lawrence, Gracie Lawrence, Jon…
Get ready to immerse yourself in the high-octane new production of The Rocky Horror Show, stealing the spotlight at Bucks County Playhouse until October 28, 2023. Don’t miss out!
Elvis — A Musical Revolution has much in common with Million Dollar Quartet from 2011, and Saturday Night Fever, the Musical, since its creators were associated with both hits. We see Elvis as a child, atypically drawn to the “Race Music” of the day, to falling into recording and local success. The rather shady Colonel Parker then brings Elvis to…
Delve into a dramatic concoction of love, lust and heroism with Algonquin Arts Theatre’s captivating musical rendition of Hunchback of Notre Dame.
Philadelphia Ballet’s new Carmen is now at Philadelphia’s landmark Academy of Music until October 15, 2023. By all accounts on opening night, the audience went wild for the intensely high level of dancing and dramatic power of this ballet created, rearranged, and adapted from the famous opera by Georges Bizet. This Carmen is condensed into a 75-minute drama with a…
Experience the magic under the big top with Cirque du Soleil’s spectacle, Bazzar, at the Philadelphia Expo Center till October 22. A thrilling blend of acrobatics, dance, and music awaits!
Witness the captivating performance of Simon Boccanegra at Opera Philadelphia. Book now for an unforgettable operatic experience!
Dive into the eccentric world of Avenue Q mashing up puppets, humans, and adult humor at Algonquin Arts Theatre;
Experience a spectacle of a lifetime as Disney’s The Lion King returns to Philadelphia for the first time in a decade! Roar along, get your tickets today
Experience the sizzling reinterpretation of The Bridges of Madison County musical, starring Broadway sensations Kate Baldwin and Nicholas Rodriguez. Immerse yourself in this captivating tale of forbidden sensuality.
Discover a fresh perspective on Jane Austen’s beloved ‘Sense & Sensibility’ at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival – an emotional roller-coaster you don’t want to miss!
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Shakespeare’s ‘The Tempest’, brimming with treachery, humour, and unrivalled performances. Don’t miss your chance to witness magic!
Uncover the spellbinding Broadway spectacle, Moulin Rouge! The Musical at Philadelphia’s Academy of Music! Revel in stunning performances till July 23, 2023.
Experience the excitement of hit musical In the Heights at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival!
Experience the visually stunning and Tony Award-winning Beetlejuice musical at Philadelphia’s Academy of Music. Don’t miss out!
Immerse yourself in a whirlwind of love and laughter with Lantern Theater Company’s Twelfth Night!
With his signature wit and insight, comedian and New Yorker magazine satirist Andy Borowitz delved into questions such as Why have American politics deteriorated intellectually over the last 50 years? How have the mass media encouraged the election of ignorant leaders? And how can we change course? He discussed his New York Times/Washington Post/Wall Street Journal bestseller, Profiles in Ignorance: How America’s Politicians Got Dumb…
Don’t miss the award-winning musical, Jesus Christ Superstar, on its 50th Anniversary Tour at the Miller Theater. It’s a must-see performance that will leave you breathless!
La bohème tells the story of three couples: the romantic poet Rodolfo and the serene, self-possessed flowergirl Mimì; the temperamental painter Marcello and the fiercely independent singer Musetta; the lovably pedantic musician Schaunard and the taciturn philosopher Colline. Yuval Sharon Director Opera Philadelphia presents a daringly revised La boheme now through May 7 at the…
Experience the mystery, suspense, and stunning set design of Agatha Christie’s classic whodunit on stage now!
Experience the tropical paradise of Jimmy Buffett’s hit musical at The Walnut Street Theatre until May 7, 2023.
Hilarious hijinks and impressive costume changes await in Monty Python’s Spamalot, now playing at Town and Country Players until May 6.
Join us on a musical journey through Mozart and Dvorak’s great quintets at the Dorothy Young Center for the Arts.
Get ready for a star-studded Broadway season at Kimmel Cultural Campus, featuring classics like Wicked and Frozen, and exciting new musicals! Don’t miss out!
Experience a fairytale come to life with Into the Woods at the Miller Theater. A star-studded cast, breathtaking production values, and audience applause await!
The Zurich Chamber Orchestra wowed audiences at the State Theatre of New Jersey with a brilliant performance led by Daniel Hope.
The Met’s new production of Lohengrin is a stunning post-apocalyptic take on Wagner’s masterpiece, with brilliant performances by seasoned sopranos Tamara Wilson and Christine Goerke.
The Philadelphia Ballet wows audiences with an all-Balanchine program, featuring the classics Agon, Ballet Imperial, and Who Cares? Read Ralph Malachowski’s review.
BalletX wowed audiences at the Wilma Theater with their sold-out residency featuring stunning world premieres.
Philadelphia Ballet enchants audiences with their production of Tchaikovsky’s Sleeping Beauty at the Academy of Music until March 12.
American musical theater legend Alan Menken strikes gold again with his new iteration of Hercules at Paper Mill Playhouse until March 19. This Disney production has all the style, great production values, and great casting we all have come to expect whenever Disney creates another musical milestone. Hercules is a winner.
Theatre legend Tennessee Williams wrote Cat on a Hot Tin Roof in 1955, and just about every minute of his drama still shocks and surprises audiences. This was proven by the many gasps and open laughter at opening night at the Walnut Street Theatre February 22nd.
Philadelphia Ballet’s Forward Motion program features three captivating world premieres that combine modern dance movement and pointe work.
The seven-time Tony-award-winning musical Come From Away returns for a run at the Philadelphia Academy of Music until February 12.
Philadelphia’s Lantern Theater Company is now presenting The Lifespan of a Fact, onstage until March 5 at St. Stephen’s Theater. The Lifespan of a Fact by Jeremy Kareken, David Murrell, and Gordon Farrell is based upon the book by John D’Agata and Jim Fingal published in 2012. The book was the result of Mr. Fingal’s…
Famed artist Alanis Morissette’s 1995 record Jagged Little Pill became a Broadway musical on December 5, 2019, according to Playbill. Jagged Little Pill was nominated for 15 Tony Awards, winning two in 2021. The cast recording has also won a Grammy Award. Jagged Little Pill the Musical will be at Philadelphia’s Academy of Music until January 15.
Joy, the Musical is now onstage at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) until December 30.
Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella at Philadelphia’s Walnut Street Theatre is spectacular, engaging, thrilling, and great fun. Douglas Carter Beane has worked his gay magic on a new book, making it even more enchanting.
Was it the waxing moon, or the nearing of Mars to Earth? It was just BalletX, a fine company of dancers, celebrating their Fall Series at the Wilma Theater in Philadelphia. BalletX presented three works and a documentary explaining the genesis of those works. Love Letter, a world premiere by former BalletX dancer Caili Quan,…
Million Dollar Quartet Christmas, Book by Colin Escott, is the latest iteration of the hit Million Dollar Quartet, which was last seen at Bucks County Playhouse in 2018.
The covid pandemic closed the venue in March 2020, so it is especially wonderful that the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (hereinafter CMS) was invited to return to the bucolic Drew University campus in Madison, NJ.
The Royale, a drama by Marco Ramirez, is now onstage at St. Stephen’s Theater in Center City Philadelphia. The Lantern Theater Company has delivered an intense, incandescent performance by every actor involved. The energy explodes from the intimate theater-in-the-round. Most seats are no more than twenty feet away from the action.
The international classic musical Les Miserables returns to the Academy of Music until November 13. It is one of the finest musicals to appear in Philadelphia this year, and you must see it.
Famed author, raconteur, humorist, and radio, audiobook, and television personality David Sedaris appeared October 12 at the McCarter Theatre Center.
Tennessee Williams’ masterpiece The Glass Menagerie is now at the F. Otto Haas Stage at the Arden Theatre with an outstanding cast of actors.
Rocky, the Musical is now playing at Philadelphia’s historic Walnut Street Theatre until November 6. Matthew Amira stars as Rocky Balboa, and he is, quite simply, amazing. Don’t miss your chance to see his incandescent performance.
Director Will Pomerantz, Choreographer Marcos Santana, and Scenic Designer Anna Louizos transport you to a steamy, sweaty tango bar in 1962, ten years after Eva Peron’s death, in a spicy, flashy production of Evita. Evita, the legendary musical which took Broadway and the world by storm, is now enjoying a new production at Bucks County Playhouse only until October 30.
By now, unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you’ve seen commercials on YouTube, read interviews on a variety of media, and maybe even seen the film Bros, a gay romantic comedy starring Billy Eichner and Luke Macfarlane. Universal Pictures has used its considerable clout to get Bros booked into multiplexes everywhere starting September 30. On an LGBT+ meter, it is a 10 out of 10, and a must-see.
Opera Philadelphia’s Festival O22 now showcases Rossini’s Otello at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia until October 2. It’s a winner, and if you are an opera lover, absolutely not to be missed.
Travesties, an early masterwork by the legendary playwright Tom Stoppard is now at the Lantern Theater Company until October 9. It is a fine production of a rarely seen play which is full of wit and bizzarie.
Opera Philadelphia is presenting The Raven, a new opera now at the Miller Theater until October 1.
The Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope, Pennsylvania, is now presenting the fabulous musical Dames at Sea until September 11.
Bristol Riverside Theatre presents Classic Broadway, one in a series of their Summer Music Fest productions onstage now until August 28.
For the fans of The Who, don’t miss The Who’s rock musical Tommy at the Algonquin Arts Theatre in Manasquan, New Jersey. You have only until August 21.
The touring company of the celebrated international smash hit musical Dear Evan Hansen is now at Philadelphia’s Forrest Theatre until August 28.
Pierce Wheeler took time out to talk to us about his role in the Dear Evan Hansen tour, and about his favorite things.
Race, class, rape, incest, gender identity, murder, and child abuse collide in this new retelling of Harper Lee’s American classic To Kill a Mockingbird.
An iceberg floats onstage. Within it we see magic scenes of family strife flashing before us. Why isn’t Crystal like other kids? Why is she so different? You get the picture.
A Chorus Line was first produced in 1975. It ran for years on Broadway. There was a motion picture. Now, you have the chance to see this classic musical in a fine production at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival, but you only have until July 10 to see it. Don’t miss it.
Bucks County Playhouse is now presenting Harvey Fierstein’s and Cyndi Lauper’s Broadway smash hit Kinky Boots until July 30.
The iconic Broadway hit Hairspray is now at the Miller Theater until May 22. The Miller Theater is the new name of the former Merriam Theater. Hairspray: The Musical is based upon the hit film by John Waters. The cast, sets, costumes, live orchestra and cast are a dream come true. Don’t miss it! Hairspray…
Philadelphia Ballet presented Hans van Manen Humankind May 12-15, 2022, at the Academy of Music.
Verdi’s Rigoletto is now being presented by Opera Philadelphia at Philadelphia’s Academy of Music until May 8. In short, the opera is a rousing affair, beautifully sung by young talents, a phenomenal men’s chorus, and thrillingly conducted by Corrado Rovaris. Its weakest link is its muddled, anachronistic direction.
The Dover String Quartet appeared at Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, at Princeton University on Thursday, April 7, 2022. Their program featured Haydn’s String Quartet in D Major, Op. 64, No. 5 “The Lark” (1790), Shostakovich’s String Quartet No. 4 in D Major, Op. 83 (1949), and Mendelssohn’s String Quartet No, 5 in E-flat Major, Op.…
The Ebene String Quartet appeared onstage at Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, Princeton University on Thursday, March 31, 2022.
A new film All the Old Knives will be featured on Amazon Prime April 8. Having seen it earlier this week at a Philadelphia screening here is my review.
The Mahler Chamber Orchestra appeared Thursday evening March 24 at Princeton University’s Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall.
The Lantern Theater Company of Philadelphia is now presenting Robert Bolt’s celebrated drama A Man for All Seasons at Plays and Players Theatre until April 11.
The Philadelphia Ballet at the Academy of Music presented their triple bill of Balanchine classics from March 17-20. It was all too short a stay. The triple bill included Symphony in C, Divertimento No. 15, and Stars and Stripes.
A tongue-in-cheek retelling of Sherlock Holmes: The Adventures of the Speckled Band is now at Philadelphia’s Walnut Street Theatre until March 27.
Philadelphia Ballet presents Swan Lake at the Philadelphia Academy of Music until March 13.
On January 21 and 23, Opera Philadelphia presented a double bill in Verizon Hall, Oedipus Rex by Igor Stravinsky and Lilacs by George Walker.
On January 23, Cinemark presented George Balanchine’s classic ballet Jewels danced by the Bolshoi Ballet live in movie theatres.
Renowned Broadway star Adam Pascal is billionaire Edward Lewis and Becca Suskauer (who assumed the role of Vivian Ward at the last minute) was The Pretty Woman on opening night of the run. Everyone in the cast was exceptional, and this musical cannot and should not be missed.
The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center presented all six Brandenburg Concertos of J. S. Bach (1685-1750) at the McCarter Center in Princeton, NJ, on December 26. As William Lockwood, Jr., pointed to in his introductory note, it takes twenty musicians of an excellent caliber to do these works justice. All twenty were consummate artists. It…
Terrence McNally’s last work It’s Only a Play has been given a great new production at George Street Playhouse in New Brunswick. The only thing you need to be careful about is that this fun romp is only playing until December 19, so hurry and see it.
Not feeling festive? Then walk up a bit north from Walnut Street. You’ll see holiday lights broadly swagging the street. This is Tinsel: A Christmas Bar
Based upon the rather scary fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen, it has been sweetened considerably by the Disney creatives into their 1989 animated musical. It later found new audiences as a 2008 Broadway musical, which we still see today.
What sort of play does a playwright write during a pandemic? If you are a genius like Ken Ludwig, it would be a fantastic two-character play tapping into triumph over adversity, and how love conquers all. It would be called Ken Ludwig’s Dear Jack, Dear Louise. As it so happens, this play is now at the…
In No Time to Die, we have the usual 007 standbys. We have mystery, exotic locales, excellent cinematography, kick-ass editing, beautiful good people and twisted evil people. There are a few conspicuous changes.
Pianist Jan Lisiecki played an all-Chopin Recital Friday, October 15, at the McCarter in Princeton, NJ.
For many Philadelphians, Northern Liberties may as well be The Yukon. If you share this belief, you will miss extraordinary experiences.
Jump, Darling, is a 2021 film by Canadian director Phil Connell which was the opening night feature of qFlix Philadelphia on Sunday.
On September 9, BalletX presented choreographer Matthew Neenan’s full-evening work from 2014, Sunset, o639 Hours, at The Suzanne Roberts Theatre.
On June 14, 2020, BalletX partnered with Works and Process at the Guggenheim to co-present four world premieres on-line by choreographers Hope Boykin, Caili Quan, Penny Saunders, and Rena Butler.
On Sunday afternoon, February 2, 2020, Opera Philadelphia presented the second and last performance of Giuseppe Verdi’s Requiem. Opera Philadelphia last performed Verdi’s Requiem in 1986. Although there have been many changes over 34 years, 15 orchestra members and one chorister remained to perform it again. There were two performances at Philadelphia’s jewel of an…
Benjamin Britten’s chamber opera Albert Herring was given a fine production by Curtis Opera Theatre on March 5, 2020, at the lovely, intimate Perelman Theater Edward Benjamin Britten, Baron Britten (1913-1976), was an English composer, conductor, and musician who dominated classical music for most of the 20th century. Among his many famous works are Peter…
Do you love musicals, great dancing, a compelling story, and happy endings? Then get yourself and a few friends, neighbors, and polyamorous lovers to Philadelphia’s Academy of Music to see this award-winning Broadway hit, the amazing Hello Dolly! Perhaps you’ve been lucky enough to have seen The Matchmaker, a 1958 film with screenplay by Thornton…
Princeton University Concerts presented a stellar trio of performers in a Beethoven Program on February 6. Isabelle Faust, Jean-Guihen Queyras, and Alexander Melnikov undertook the “Kakadu” Variations, Op. 121a in G Major, the Trio in E-flat Major, Op. 70, No.2, and the Trio in B-flat Major, Op. 97, the “Archduke.” At 7:00PM, a Warm Up…
Shrek The Musical is now playing at Philadelphia’s historic Walnut Street Theatre until January 5, 2020.
Nine-time Emmy Award winner Tina Fey brings her hit Broadway musical Mean Girls to the Academy of Music now until December 1, 2019. This national touring production of Mean Girls is part of the Kimmel Center’s Broadway Philadelphia season.
The Lantern Theater Company is now presenting Anna Ziegler’s drama The Last Match in Philadelphia until December 15.
Pennsylvania Ballet presented three World Premieres November 7 through 10 at Philadelphia’s historic Merriam Theater.
Tiny Beautiful Things is a play based upon the best-selling eponymous book by Cheryl Strayed, which is a compilation of advice from Cheryl Strayed writing under the name “Sugar” from 2010-2012 for the online literary journal Rumpus.
The George Street Playhouse celebrates its inaugural season in the sparkling New Brunswick Performing Arts Center with the exciting new musical Last Days of Summer only until November 10. If you like baseball, love stories, heroism, dames with moxie, kids, Truth, Honor, and The American Way, and bar mitzvahs, you’ll love Last Days of Summer.
Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein is now on the Matthews Theatre stage at the McCarter Theatre Center in Princeton, NJ, until November 3.
Princeton University Concerts presented distinguished tenor Ian Bostridge and famed jazz pianist Brad Mehldau on October 22 on the Richardson Auditorium stage at Princeton University.
The McCarter Theatre Center presented international superstars Christian Tetzlaff and Lars Vogt in concert Monday, October 21 at Richardson Auditorium in Princeton.
Rent: 20th Anniversary Tour returned to the Merriam Theater October 18, 19, and 20 after its sold-out appearances here this March. The house this October 18 was packed for this modern retelling of the Puccini classic La Boheme.
Pennsylvania Ballet is now presenting its full-length Don Quixote at the Philadelphia Academy of Music until October 20.
Once in a great while, you can see a musical with great dancing, astonishing singing actors and actresses, and smashing production values. Look no further than Chasing Rainbows: The Road to Oz,
Philadelphia’s Arden Theatre Company is now presenting the hit 1998 Broadway musical Ragtime on their F. Otto Haas Stage.
Out gay playwright Christopher Durang’s new drama Turning off the Morning News is now playing at the intimate Berlind Theatre at the McCarter Theatre Center.
King Arthur is the latest film from director Guy Ritchie’s fevered mind. Can any man survive being married to Madonna and still be straight on the Kinsey Scale?
Openly gay Jarrett Ott has stepped in for the indisposed Nathan Gunn, thereby creating a sensation in the opera world.
When the opportunity arose to discuss David Grindrod’s many roles in the Disney touring company of Beauty and the Beast, I jumped at the chance.
My review of man-on-man burning opera love and dueling divas.