Archive for Category: "performance reviews"
the arden’s charlotte’s web: rave reviews
Last weekend, our family had the enormous pleasure of attending opening night at the Arden Theatre’s production of Charlotte’s Web. It was fantastic. I’ve always been a big fan of this sweet story (aside from the central murder plot), seeing it come to life Arden-style was a treat. We love The Arden! It’s kid-friendly without [...]
philadelphia dance theatre nutcracker review
I grew up in the Philadelphia area, and when I was young, the big treat each holiday season was my trip to Wannamaker’s (yes, I’m that old) light show and then to see the Nutracker. You know, THE Nutcracker. Downtown. Pennsylvania Ballet. Ballanchine. That little intro. is to let you know that I have high [...]
Pastorius Concert Review- West Philly Orchestra
What fun music! Although we only caught the first set of the West Philadelphia Orchestra at last night’s Pastorius Park concert, we all really enjoyed hearing them. The band’s cast of characters were all casually dressed, looking like they could have jumped out of the audience, but they were definitely ON once they started playing. [...]
Papa GAP’s Pastorius Park Concert Review
The 63rd annual Pastorius Park summer concert series started with a twang as noted singer/songwriter Jeffrey Gaines proved that rock ‘n roll is more about soul than amplification, with his powerful solo performance. Surrounded by evergreens and 20 or so haphazardly strung lights, the Harrisburg native commented to the crowd that he was here ‘to participate in the event, not dominate [...]
