Gerald Veasley is playing a number of roles in the Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest, which runs through Sunday. (Courtesy of the Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest)
The Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest continues through Sunday in Reading and nearby communities. Headliners include Boney James, Spyro Gyra, Eric Benet, Stanley Jordan, Gerald Veasley, a Berks Sinfonietta Gershwin tribute and Eric Marienthal and David Benoit with the Reading Pops. Details and tickets at www.berksjazzfest.com/.
Easter on the Farm
Celebrate Pennsylvania German Easter traditions and folk culture at Easter on the Farm Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Pennsylvania German Cultural Heritage Center at Kutztown University. The free event features folklife demonstrations, traditional food, performances by folk musicians, kids activities, animals, folk artists and Easter egg hunts (12:30 and 2 p.m.). For more information, follow PGCHC on Facebook and Instagram, visit pagerman.org or call 610-683-1589.
Railroad exhibit
“Remembering the Reading Railroad” is on exhibit through Oct. 25 at the Reading Railroad Heritage Museum, 500 S. Third St., Hamburg. Learn the history of the railroad through illustrations, interpretive panels and photographs. The museum is open Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 4. For more information visit www.readingrailroad.org.
Cheyenne Jackson
Broadway star Cheyenne Jackson is performing at KU Presents on April 1. (Courtesy of Kutztown University)
Broadway, film and television performer Cheyenne Jackson will deliver a cabaret performance Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in Kutztown University’s Schaeffer Auditorium. “An Evening with Cheyenne Jackson,” which premiered in December at New York’s Carnegie Hall, features Jackson with a four-piece ensemble. Tickets can be purchased at www.KutztownPresents.org or by calling the box office 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday, at 610-683-4092.
Wanda Sykes
Wanda Sykes is performing in Philadelphia. (Associated Press)
Comedian Wanda Sykes and special guest Keith Robinson perform Friday at 8 p.m. at the Met Philadelphia (www.themetphilly.com/)
Philly culture
Ensemble Arts Philly (www.ensembleartsphilly.org/) presents:
Philadelphia Orchestra Music Director Yannick Nezet-Seguin conducts the Curtis Symphony Orchestra Thursday night at 7 in Marian Anderson Hall at the Kimmel Center featuring works by Wagner, Mahler and Dawson.
Comedian Mae Martin performs Friday at 7:30 p.m. in the Miller Theater.
Hip-hop and orchestral music combine as Thee Phantom & The Illharmonic Orchestra perform Saturday at 7 p.m. in Marian Anderson Hall.
Comedian Nimesh Patel performs Saturday at 7 p.m. in the Miller Theater.
Jazz with Endea Owens & The Cookout on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. in the Perelman Theater.
A production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “The Sound of Music” opens Tuesday and continues through April 5 at the Academy of Music.
Cherry blossoms and Japanese culture will be in the spotlight in West Fairmount Park in Philadelphia. (BILL TARUTIS / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER)
Cherry Blossom Festival
The Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival (japanphilly.org/programs/festivals/cbf-2026/), a celebration of Japanese arts and culture, runs Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Shofuso Japanese House and Garden & Horticultural Center, West Fairmount Park, Philadelphia.
Phil Wickham
Worship artist Phil Wickham and Tauren Wells come to the Santander Arena in Reading Thursday at 7. Learn more at www.santander-arena.com/.
Colonial Theatre
The Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville (thecolonialtheatre.com/) presents the Sam Grisman Project Thursday at 8 and the Brave Strangers Bob Seger tribute Saturday at 8 p.m.
Art exhibit
A reception for the Rosalyn Richards: Floating Habitats art exhibit is set for Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts in Reading. It offers a first look at the exhibit of paintings and a chance to meet the artist and others in the local creative community. Light refreshments will be served. Learn more at goggleworks.org/events/.
Play opens
PCS Theater in Swarthmore, Delaware County, presents the play “Witch” by Jen Silverman starting Friday and running through April 11. The play is a blend of dark comedy, romance and social satire. For tickets, go to pcstheater.org or call the box office at 610-328-4271.
Newtown Theatre
Bucks County’s Newtown Theatre (www.thenewtowntheatre.com/events) presents a tribute to the Cure on Friday at 8 p.m. and to Boston and Steve Miller on Saturday at 8 p.m.
Sellersville
Coming up at the Sellersville Theatre in Bucks County (www.st94.com/upcoming-shows/): Burning Witches Thursday at 8; Lotus Land: American Rush Tribute Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m.; Bill Frisell & Petra Haden Sunday at 8 p.m.; Ellen Jewell Wednesday at 8 p.m.
‘Fun Home’
The Media Theatre in Delaware County (www.mediatheatre.org/) is holding previews of the musical “Fun Home,” with opening night set for Saturday. The show runs through April 5.
Candle making
An early-American candle-making workshop is set for Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg, Montgomery County. Create a double wick beeswax candle as well as a 5-inch cinnamon scented display ornament. All materials are supplied, and no experience is required. The cost is $60 per person. Register at schwenkfelder.org/calendar. Capacity is limited.
Kennett Flash
Kennett Flash in Kennett Square (kennettflash.org/) presents: Know Return/Fooling Ourselves tribute to Kansas and Styx Friday at 8 p.m.; Rust tribute to Neil Young Saturday at 8 p.m.; acoustic duo Local Chapter Sunday at 7 p.m.
The Folsom Italian Festival returns to Delaware County. (PEG DEGRASSA/ DAILY TIMES)
The Folsom Italian Festival is set for Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Folsom Fire Company in Delaware County. It features vendors, food trucks, wine, crafts, music and more. Rain date is Sunday.
Beatles tribute
The Lansdowne Theatre in Delaware County presents the Beatles homage “1964: The Tribute” on Friday at 8 p.m.. Tickets and more information at thelansdownetheater.com/.
Keswick
The following shows are coming up at the Keswick Theatre in Glenside, Montgomery County (www.keswicktheatre.com/events/all): The Outlaws with Artemus Pyle Band Friday at 8 p.m.; Our Lady Peace with the Verve Pipe Saturday at 8 p.m.; Chazz Palminteri in “A Bronx Tale” Sunday at 7 p.m.; Julian Lage Quartet featuring John Medeski, Jorge Roeder and Kenny Wolleson Tuesday at 8 p.m.
SoulJoel’s
Coming up at SoulJoel’s and the Sunnybrook Ballroom near Pottstown: (souljoels.com/): Salsa & Bachata Night Thursday with lessons at 6:30 p.m. and dancing starting at 7:30; comedian Sergio Chicon Thursday at 7; Sensational Soul Cruisers Friday at 7 p.m.; comedian Kurt Metzger Friday at 8 p.m.; line dancing Tuesday with beginner lessons at 6:30 p.m. and open dance starting at 7.
Ardmore Music Hall
The Ardmore Music Hall presents: Singer-songwriter James McMurtry with BettySoo Thursday at 8; Amish Outlaws with Red Meat Conspiracy Friday at 8 p.m.; Hunter Hayes with Blu Eyes Saturday at 8 p.m.; Beatles and Rolling Stones tributes with Newspaper Taxis and Brown Sugar Sunday at 7 p.m.; indie pop trio Joseph with The Man The Myth The Meatslab Wednesday at 8 p.m..
West Chester
Coming to Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center in West Chester (uptownwestchester.org/): Laugh Lounge stand-up comedy Thursday at 7:30; Mamma Mania tribute to Abba Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
Expo Center
The following events are coming up at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, Montgomery County: SEPOS International Orchid Show and Sale (www.sepos.org/) Friday from noon to 6 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jurassic Quest dinosaur exhibit (www.jurassicquest.com/events/HY1NP3) Friday, noon to 8 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. East Coast Reptile Super Expo (https://eastcoastreptilesuperexpos.com/) Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Philly Vintage Flea (www.thephillyvintageflea.com/) Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.
Disney on Ice
“Disney on Ice presents ‘Frozen’ and ‘Encanto’” runs Thursday through Sunday at the Giant Center in Hershey (www.hersheyentertainment.com/giant-center/)
American Music Theatre
The following shows are coming up at the American Music Theatre in Lancaster (amtshows.com/shows/): “Dr. Seuss The Cat in the Hat Live on Stage” Thursday at 6 p.m. Country-pop singer-songwriter Mitchell Tenpenny with Jake Banfield Friday at 8 p.m. The Oak Ridge Boys farewell tour Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m.
Hardy
Country rock performer Hardy comes to the PPL Center in Allentown (www.pplcenter.com/events) Thursday at 7.
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