{"id":160314,"date":"2026-04-08T10:21:25","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T10:21:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/160314\/"},"modified":"2026-04-08T10:21:25","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T10:21:25","slug":"comedy-music-stars-coming-to-southeastern-pa-this-week","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/160314\/","title":{"rendered":"Comedy, music stars coming to southeastern Pa. this week"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyautosizes lazyload\" alt=\"Jerry Seinfeld will perform two shows in Reading Friday night. (F.M. Kirby Center for The Performing Arts)\" width=\"6749\" height=\"717\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/STT-L-SEINFELD-0906-01.jpg\" data-attachment-id=\"1547036\" \/>Jerry Seinfeld will perform two shows in Reading Friday night. (F.M. Kirby Center for The Performing Arts)<\/p>\n<p>Comedian and TV legend Jerry Seinfeld performs Friday at 7 and 9:30 in the Santander Performing Arts Center in Reading (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.santander-arena.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.santander-arena.com\/<\/a>). Tribute act Almost Queen comes to the performing arts center Saturday at 8.<\/p>\n<p>The Met Philly<\/p>\n<p>The Met Philadelphia (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.themetphilly.com\/shows\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.themetphilly.com\/shows<\/a>) presents:<\/p>\n<p>Rock band Boys Like Girls Thursday night at 7.<\/p>\n<p>The duo Floetry with Raheem Devaughn Friday at 8.<\/p>\n<p>Comedian Nick Offerman Sunday at 7.<\/p>\n<p>Ensemble Arts<\/p>\n<p>Ensemble Arts Philly (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ensembleartsphilly.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.ensembleartsphilly.org\/<\/a>) presents the following performances:<\/p>\n<p>The Philadelphia Orchestra performs Mozart\u2019s Requiem Thursday night through Sunday in Marian Anderson Hall at the Kimmel Center. The performance Thursday at 6:30 consists only of the Requiem. Performances Friday and Sunday at 2 and Saturday at 8 also include Mozart\u2019s Symphony No. 40. Harry Bicket conducts. The orchestra is joined by the Philadelphia Symphonic Choir and soloists Lauren Snauffer, Elizabeth DeShong, David Portillo and Brandon Cedel.<\/p>\n<p>Singer and comedian Bridget Everett appears at the Miller Theater Saturday at 8.<\/p>\n<p>Actress and comedian Lena Dunham in conversation with Emily Ratajkowski on Sunday at 3 in the Miller Theater.<\/p>\n<p>Miller Center<\/p>\n<p>The Parsons Dance Company performs Thursday at 7 in the Miller Center for the Performing Arts at Reading Area Community College (<a href=\"https:\/\/millercenter.racc.edu\/p\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">millercenter.racc.edu\/<\/a>) in a tribute to center founder Marlin Miller.<\/p>\n<p>On Saturday at 7:30, Byrds founder and folk rock pioneer Roger McGuinn will bring songs and stories to the Miller Center.<\/p>\n<p>Spring Peeper Walk<\/p>\n<p>Historic Dreibelbis Farm near Virginville, Berks County, is holding a Spring Peeper Walk on Saturday at 7 p.m., featuring the tiny singing frogs that are native to the site\u2019s vernal pond. Wear waterproof boots. For more information visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.Dreibelbisfarm.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.Dreibelbisfarm.org<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/p\/Historic-Dreibelbis-Farm-100064447853662\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Historic Dreibelbis Farm<\/a> on Facebook or call 610-488-7896.<\/p>\n<p>Family fishing<\/p>\n<p>Linvilla Orchards in Media, Delaware County, holds its Family Fishing Derby Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Orchard Lake. Check-in is at 8. The event is designed for younger and novice anglers. Prizes and trophies will be awarded throughout the day. Bring your own fishing gear or rent a rod at the site. Bait is available for purchase. No fishing experience or license is required. Learn more at\u00a0 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.linvilla.com\/family-fun\/family-fishing-derby\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.linvilla.com\/family-fun\/family-fishing-derby<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Ukulele Orchestra<\/p>\n<p>The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain brings its blend of musical virtuosity and humor to the University of Pennsylvania\u2019s Zellerbach Theatre on Saturday at 7:30 (<a href=\"https:\/\/pennlivearts.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">pennlivearts.org\/<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>Historic open house<\/p>\n<p>The historic Beidler House at Allegheny Aqueduct Park in Gibraltar, Berks County, is open to the public Saturday from 10 to 3. The site is only open on a few occasions each year. Admission is free.<\/p>\n<p>Living history<\/p>\n<p>A living history event commemorating America\u2019s 250th birthday is set for Saturday from noon to 8:30 p.m. at the Kempton Community Center in Berks County. Learn about daily life in 1776. Details on the <a href=\"http:\/\/Allemaengel 250 Committee\u2019s\" rel=\"nofollow\">Allemaengel 250 Facebook page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Classic soul<\/p>\n<p>Philadelphia soul veteran Russell Thompkins Jr. will be joined by the New Stylistics for a concert Sunday at 3 p.m. in the Chichester High School Theater in Delaware County. The program includes an appearance by Dionne Warwick tribute artist Deborah Benton and Tommy Cono, The Voice of Tribute. For tickets, call Joe Staffieri at 610-745-2672.<\/p>\n<p>Blues show<\/p>\n<p>Blues musician Ryan Hartt returns to Jamey\u2019s House of Music, 32 S. Lansdowne Ave., Lansdowne, Delaware County, on Friday at 8. He will be joined by top regional musicians. Learn more at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jameyshouseofmusic.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.jameyshouseofmusic.com\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018Jazzerella\u2019<\/p>\n<p>The Pottstown Dance Theatre Repertory Ensemble will be collaborating with M\u00e9lange Contemporary Dance for a fun take on a classic fairytale in \u201cJazzerella\u201d Saturday at 2 and 7 p.m. in the Cosmic Arts Studio, 310 E. High St., Pottstown. Tickets available at Pottstown Dance Theatre, 72 W. Main St., by calling 610-323-2569, or at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pottstowndance.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.pottstowndance.com.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2018Peter Pan\u2019<\/p>\n<p>Genesius Theatre in Reading presents \u201cPeter Pan\u201d in its original 1905 American version starting Friday and running through April 19. Tickets and information at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.genesiusdifference.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.genesiusdifference.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Sean Jones<\/p>\n<p>Renowned jazz trumpeter, bandleader and composer Sean Jones performs Wednesday at 7:30 in Kutztown University\u2019s Schaeffer Auditorium with the KU Jazz Ensemble. Learn more at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kutztownpresents.org\/sean-jones\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.kutztownpresents.org\/sean-jones<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018The Pout-Pout Fish\u2019<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyautosizes lazyload\" alt=\"Kelly Grago, left, and Mukta Phatak in &quot;The Pout-Pout Fish,&quot; coming to Montgomery County Community College Saturday. (Photo by Jeremy Daniel courtesy of MCCC)\" width=\"1024\" height=\"340\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/REG-L-pout-02.jpg\" data-attachment-id=\"1547037\" \/>Kelly Grago, left, and Mukta Phatak in &#8220;The Pout-Pout Fish,&#8221; coming to Montgomery County Community College Saturday. (Photo by Jeremy Daniel courtesy of MCCC)<\/p>\n<p>Montgomery County Community College\u2019s Montco Cultural Center will present TheaterWorksUSA\u2019s family musical, \u201cThe Pout-Pout Fish\u201d Saturday at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. in the Montco Cultural Center Theater, Science Center, Blue Bell Campus. Tickets are available at <a href=\"http:\/\/mc3.edu\/CultureEvents\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">mc3.edu\/CultureEvents<\/a>. This show features whimsical puppets and live performers in an oceanic adventure. It is recommended for ages 3 to 8.<\/p>\n<p>Lansdowne<\/p>\n<p>The Lansdowne Theater in Delaware County (<a href=\"http:\/\/thelansdownetheater.com\/events\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">thelansdownetheater.com\/events\/<\/a>) presents:<\/p>\n<p>Bossa nova jazz band Minas headlines an opening gala celebration Friday at 7:30; Micky Dolenz of the Monkees Sunday at 7.<\/p>\n<p>Keswick<\/p>\n<p>The following shows are coming up at the Keswick Theatre in Glenside, Montgomery County (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.keswicktheatre.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.keswicktheatre.com\/<\/a>):<\/p>\n<p>Reverend Horton Heat blends rock, country and blues Thursday at 8.<\/p>\n<p>The play \u201cAll Things Equal: The Life &amp; Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg\u201d Saturday at 8.<\/p>\n<p>Children\u2019s Book World presents a morning with Dog Man and Captain Underpants Creator Dav Pilkey Sunday at 11 a.m.<\/p>\n<p>Colonial<\/p>\n<p>The Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville (<a href=\"https:\/\/thecolonialtheatre.com\/events\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">thecolonialtheatre.com\/events\/<\/a>) presents:<\/p>\n<p>A stage adaptation of \u201cShakespeare in Love\u201d Thursday at 7.<\/p>\n<p>Singer-songwriter Mike Doughty Friday at 8 in the 1902 Theatre..<\/p>\n<p>Colonial 54: An Immersive Speakeasy Experience brings the glitz and glamor of the 1970s New York disco scene Friday at 9 in the White Rabbit Theatre.<\/p>\n<p>Broken Arrow Neil Young tribute Saturday at 8 in the 1902 Theatre.<\/p>\n<p>April Fool\u2019s Comedy Show with Frank Vignola Saturday at 8 in the White Rabbit Theatre.<\/p>\n<p>Eddie Bruce: The Tony Bennett Centennial Celebration Sunday at 3.<\/p>\n<p>Kennett Flash<\/p>\n<p>Coming to the Kennett Flash in Kennett Square (<a href=\"https:\/\/kennettflash.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">kennettflash.org\/<\/a>):<\/p>\n<p>Jazz Jam Thursday at 7; Funk-soul fusion with the E-Block Friday at 8; Make Me an Angel John Prine tribute Saturday at 8; Open Mic Night Sunday at 6.<\/p>\n<p>Styx tribute<\/p>\n<p>Return to Paradise: A Tribute to Styx comes to Bucks County\u2019s Newtown Theatre (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thenewtowntheatre.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.thenewtowntheatre.com\/<\/a>) on Saturday at 8.<\/p>\n<p>Sellersville<\/p>\n<p>The Sellersville Theatre in Bucks County (https:\/\/<a href=\"https:\/\/www.st94.com\/upcoming-shows\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.st94.com\/upcoming-shows\/<\/a>) presents:<\/p>\n<p>John Cowan &amp; Luke Bulla Trio Thursday at 8. They are known for their work with New Grass Revival, The Doobie Brothers and Lyle Lovett\u2019s Large Band.<\/p>\n<p>Americana performers the Adam Ezra Group Friday at 8.<\/p>\n<p>Dead on Live Bob Weir tribute Saturday at 8.<\/p>\n<p>Genre-shifting songwriter Vienna Teng Sunday at 8.<\/p>\n<p>Country veteran Kathy Mattea Tuesday at 8.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyautosizes lazyload\" alt=\"Rufus Wainwright will perform at the Sellersville Theatre on Wednesday. (Associated Press)\" width=\"6000\" height=\"358\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/AP24036171528870.jpg\" data-attachment-id=\"1547038\" \/>Rufus Wainwright will perform at the Sellersville Theatre on Wednesday. (Associated Press)<\/p>\n<p>Acclaimed singer-songwriter Rufus Wainwright Wednesday at 8.<\/p>\n<p>Bluegrass show<\/p>\n<p>The John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band performs Sunday at 4 at Uptown! The Knauer Performing Arts Center (<a href=\"https:\/\/uptownwestchester.org\/#\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">uptownwestchester.org\/<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>Concert for all ages<\/p>\n<p>The Delaware County Symphony\u2019s annual Chamber Concert for All Ages will be presented Sunday at 3 p.m. in Neumann University\u2019s Meagher Theatre. This concert celebrates the 250th birthday of the United States with lighthearted American favorites. Tickets may be purchased at <a href=\"http:\/\/dcsmusic.org\/tickets\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">dcsmusic.org\/tickets<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>SoulJoel\u2019s<\/p>\n<p>The following shows are coming up at SoulJoel\u2019s and the Sunnybrook Ballroom near Pottstown:<\/p>\n<p>SoulJoel\u2019s Unplugged with musician JD Malone Thursday at 7.<\/p>\n<p>Laura Wright and Chris L. McKenna of \u201cGeneral Hospital\u201d will talk about their lives and work Thursday at 7.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyautosizes lazyload\" alt=\"Joe Gatto performs this weekend at SoulJoel's. (Associated Press)\" width=\"3632\" height=\"358\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/AP24362268743351.jpg\" data-attachment-id=\"1547039\" \/>Joe Gatto performs this weekend at SoulJoel&#8217;s. (Associated Press)<\/p>\n<p>Comedian Joe Gatto, known from \u201cImpractical Jokers\u201d and \u201cThe Misery Index,\u201d performs shows Friday and Saturday at 7 and 9 p.m. and and Sunday at 6 and 8:30.<\/p>\n<p>Kids Club Dance Party at SunnyBrook with DJ AJ Saturday from 1 to 4.<\/p>\n<p>Comedian Hannah Jones Saturday at 6.<\/p>\n<p>Jeff Krick Elvis Tribute Sunday at 4.<\/p>\n<p>Ardmore<\/p>\n<p>Coming up at the Ardmore Music Hall (<a href=\"https:\/\/ardmoremusichall.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">ardmoremusichall.com\/<\/a>):<\/p>\n<p>Jake Xerxes Fussell + Sam Amidon with Jana Horn Thursday at 8; Shadowgrass Friday at 8; Splintered Sunlight: Grateful Dead Tribute Saturday at 8; Anders Osborne with Jamie McLean Sunday at 7; Whitney with Dari Bay Tuesday at 7:30.<\/p>\n<p>Billiards Expo<\/p>\n<p>The Super Billiards Expo comes to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, Montgomery County, Thursday through Sunday. See details at <a href=\"https:\/\/superbilliardsexpo.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">superbilliardsexpo.com\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Motown show<\/p>\n<p>The Four Tops and Temptations perform Thursday at 7:30 at American Music Theatre in Lancaster (<a href=\"http:\/\/amtshows.com\/shows\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">amtshows.com\/shows\/<\/a>) and Friday at 8 in the Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windcreekeventcenter.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.windcreekeventcenter.com\/<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>American Music Theatre<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyautosizes lazyload\" alt=\"Jeff Foxworthy is bringing his comedy act to Lancaster. (Associated Press)\" width=\"2357\" height=\"807\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/AP19178144477575.jpg\" data-attachment-id=\"1547040\" \/>Jeff Foxworthy is bringing his comedy act to Lancaster. (Associated Press)<\/p>\n<p>The American Music Theatre in Lancaster (<a href=\"https:\/\/amtshows.com\/shows\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">amtshows.com\/shows\/<\/a>) presents:<\/p>\n<p>Comedian Jeff Foxworthy Friday at 8.<\/p>\n<p>TV cooking personality Alton Brown Saturday at 7:30.<\/p>\n<p>The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Sunday at 7.<\/p>\n<p>Wind Creek<\/p>\n<p>The Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windcreekeventcenter.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.windcreekeventcenter.com\/<\/a>) presents Aaron Lewis and the Stateliners Thursday at 8 and Lake Street Dive Sunday at 8<\/p>\n<p>Submit event announcements at least two weeks in advance to news@readingeagle.com.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Jerry Seinfeld will perform two shows in Reading Friday night. (F.M. 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