{"id":166335,"date":"2026-04-15T09:41:11","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T09:41:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/166335\/"},"modified":"2026-04-15T09:41:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T09:41:11","slug":"theater-music-and-comedy-in-bloom-around-region","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/166335\/","title":{"rendered":"Theater, music and comedy in bloom around region"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia (www.xfinitymobilearena.com\/<\/a>) hosts Demi Lovato with special guest Adela Saturday at 8.<\/p>\n

Food festival<\/p>\n

The StrEAT Food Festival returns to Manayunk Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with more than 70 food trucks and 20 gourmet food vendors along with shopping options and musical performances. For details see manayunk.com\/mnyk-events\/manayunk-streat-food-festival\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"MartyMarty Stuart and his band are coming to Phoenixville. (Associated Press)
\nMarty Stuart<\/p>\n

The Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville (thecolonialtheatre.com\/<\/a>) hosts Grammy winner and Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives on Saturday at 8.<\/p>\n

Comedy in Lansdowne<\/p>\n

The Lansdowne Theatre in Delaware County (thelansdownetheater.com\/<\/a>) presents an evening of comedy with Michael Colyar, Donnell Rawlings, Bill Bellamy and Nephew Tommy Saturday at 7 and 10 p.m.<\/p>\n

Berks History Day<\/p>\n

History Day is set for Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Berks County Heritage Center in Bern Township. Join the Berks Heritage Council and nearly 20 of its historical site and museum members for a day of learning for all ages. The event is free and rain or shine.<\/p>\n

Reading Symphony<\/p>\n

The Reading Symphony Orchestra will conclude its season Saturday at 7:30 in the Santander Performing Arts Center with a program featuring Dvorak\u2019s Symphony No. 9 \u201cFrom the New World\u201d and the Tchaikovsky\u2019s Violin Concerto. Led by Music Director Andrew Constantine, the concert will feature internationally acclaimed violinist Eric Silberger. The evening will also feature the Reading Symphony Youth Orchestra To learn more, call 610-373-7557 or visit readingsymphony.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Theater alliance<\/p>\n

Members of the Greater Reading Alliance of Community Theatres perform together Sunday at 3 in the Miller Center for the Arts at Reading Area Community College for \u201cOne Stage, One Heart.\u201d The free event features music and drama presented by Berks County performing arts organizations. Reserve tickets and learn more at millercenter.racc.edu\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Jazz in Reading<\/p>\n

The Hot Club of Reading Allstars will take the stage Saturday at 7 p.m. in the WCR Center for the Arts, Reading, celebrating more than a decade of music, collaboration and community. This concert is part of Boscov\u2019s Berks Jazz Fest and Jazz Appreciation Month. Featured musicians include Josh Taylor, Josiah Taylor, Chris Heslop, Kevin MacConnell, Andy Roberts, Mike Nikolidakis, Al Rochlin and Trey LaRue. Learn more at www.wcrcenter.org\/eventcalendar<\/a>.<\/p>\n

An exhibition of work by painter Susan Biebuyck will be on display, with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m.<\/p>\n

Philadelphia arts<\/p>\n

Ensemble Arts Philly (www.ensembleartsphilly.org\/<\/a>) hosts Shen Yun through Sunday at the Miller Theater; Philadanco! Friday through Sunday in the Kimmel Center; and jazz with bassists Christian McBride and Edgar Meyer Tuesday at 7 in the Miller Theater.<\/p>\n

\u2018Shucked\u2019<\/p>\n

The national tour of the Broadway musical comedy \u201cShucked\u201d will perform Tuesday through May 3 in Philadelphia\u2019s Forrest Theatre. Learn more at www.ensembleartsphilly.org\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Paul Taylor Dance<\/p>\n

The Paul Taylor Dance Company performs Friday and Saturday at the University of Pennsylvania\u2019s Zellerbach Theatre (pennlivearts.org\/<\/a>).<\/p>\n

\u2018Urinetown\u2019<\/p>\n

Villanova Theatre presents the Tony Award-winning musical comedy \u201cUrinetown\u201d at the Mullen Center for the Performing Arts Thursday night through April 26. Tickets available at www.villanovatheatre.org<\/a> or by calling the box office at 610.519.7474.<\/p>\n

\u2018Rachel\u2019s Mandolin\u2019<\/p>\n

The Jewish Federation of Reading\/Berks presents \u201cRachel\u2019s Mandolin,\u201d a concert for Holocaust Remembrance Day Thursday at 7 in the WCR Center for the Arts, 140 N. Fifth St. Reading. The program features mandolin and classical guitar music with Duo Mantar. It focuses on the story of Rachela Zelmanowicz-Olewski, a Jewish mandolin player from Poland who played in the Auschwitz women\u2019s orchestra. Purchase tickets at www.readingjewishcommunity.org\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Met Philly<\/p>\n

The Met Philadelphia (www.themetphilly.com\/shows<\/a>) presents Lily Allen Friday at 8; Raye Sunday at 8; podcaster Mel Robbins Wednesday and Thursday at 7:30.<\/p>\n

Opera premiere
\n\"Ardmore'sArdmore\u2019s Brian Major is playing one of the key roles in Opera Philadelphia\u2019s \u201cSleepers Awake.\u201d (Courtesy of Julius Sanchez)<\/p>\n

Opera Philadelphia (operaphila.org<\/a>) presents the world premiere of \u201cSleepers Awake\u201d with performances Wednesday and April 24 and 26 at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia. Ardmore baritone Brian Major is making his Opera Philadelphia debut in the piece, a reimagining of \u201cSleeping Beauty.\u201d<\/p>\n

Santander Arena<\/p>\n

The Santander Arena in Reading (www.santander-arena.com\/<\/a>) hosts Ricardo Aroja Thursday at 8 and Lamb of God Saturday at 7.<\/p>\n

International festival
\n\"NorthNorth Penn High School transforms into a vibrant tapestry of world cultures during the International Spring Festival. (Photo by James Short for North Penn Now)<\/p>\n

The International Spring Festival takes place Saturday from 2 to 9 p.m. at North Penn High School in Lansdale, Montgomery County. It celebrates the enrichment of diversity through interaction, art, music, food and educational activities.\u00a0 Admission and parking are free. Learn more at internationalfestivalfoundation.org\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Panda Fest<\/p>\n

Panda Fest, an Asian food festival, takes place Friday through Sunday at Dilworth Park in Philadelphia. It\u2019s a showcase for Asian food, art and cultural traditions. Learn more at www.pandafests.com\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u20181776\u2019 in Philadelphia
\n\"BrianBrian Patrick Mulligan is part of the cast of \u201c1776 The Musical,\u201d at the Walnut Street Theatre. (ASHLEY SMITH)<\/p>\n

Philadelphia\u2019s Walnut Street Theatre celebrates America\u2019s 250th anniversary with a production of the musical \u201c1776\u201d just steps away from where the story took place. The show runs through May 31. For tickets and information, visit WalnutStreetTheatre.org<\/a> or call 215-574-3550.<\/p>\n

Film festival<\/p>\n

The 2026 Neumann Inspires Film Festival takes place Friday and Saturday at Neumann University in Aston, Delaware County. The theme is America\u2019s 250th anniversary. The free event includes more than 20 short films about American life and two episodes of a the documentary series \u201cIn Pursuit: Philadelphia and the Making of America.\u201d See www.neumann.edu\/filmfest<\/a> for the full schedule.<\/p>\n

\u2018The 39 Steps\u2019
\n\"TheThe cast of \u201cThe 39 Steps\u201d will keep the audience laughing and in suspense this month at The Players Club Theatre in Swarthmore. (COURTESY OF PCS THEATRE)<\/p>\n

PCS Theater presents the inventive, hilarious stage adaptation of the classic thriller \u201cThe 39 Steps\u201d running Friday through April 25 at the Players Club of Swarthmore, Delaware County. Learn more at PCSTheater.org<\/a> or by calling 610-328-4271.<\/p>\n

Keswick Theatre<\/p>\n

The Keswick Theatre in Glenside, Montgomery County, (www.keswicktheatre.com\/<\/a>) presents: A moderated conversation with humorist Fran Lebowitz Thursday at 8; Joe Conklin and the City Rhythm Orchestra Saturday at 8; Algerian singer Lounis Ait Menguellet Sunday at 7; Uzbek musician Jahongir Otajonov Monday at 8.<\/p>\n

Sellersville<\/p>\n

The Sellersville Theater in Bucks County (https:\/\/www.st94.com\/<\/a>) presents blues-rock icon Walter Trout Thursday at 8; Angel farewell tour with special guest Starz Friday at 8; roots music star Shemekia Copeland Saturday at 8; popular duo Trout Fishing in America Sunday at 1; Woodstock tribute with Kiss the Sky and Just Like Janis Sunday at 7:30; rhythm and soul with the James Hunter Six Monday at 7:30; and Tommy Castro and the Painkillers Tuesday at 8.<\/p>\n

\u2018Pippin\u2019<\/p>\n

The Newtown Arts Company presents the musical \u201cPippin\u201d Thursday through Sunday at the Newtown Theatre in Bucks County (www.thenewtowntheatre.com\/events<\/a>).<\/p>\n

Kennett Flash<\/p>\n

The Kennett Flash in Kennett Square (kennettflash.org\/<\/a>) presents the Attic Dwellers Band Friday at 8 and Grainne Hunt with Jules Stewart on tour from Ireland Saturday at 8.<\/p>\n

SoulJoel\u2019s<\/p>\n

Soul Joel\u2019s and the SunnyBrook Ballroom near Pottstown (souljoels.com\/<\/a>) present Comedian Learnmore Jonasi Thursday at 7; all-ages line dancing Friday and Tuesday nights, with beginner lessons available; dance party with Bob Pantano Saturday night, with doors open and 6 and dancing starting at 7; comedian Alex Pearlman Saturday at 4; comedian Jim Florentine Saturday at 7.<\/p>\n

Ardmore<\/p>\n

The Ardmore Music Hall (ardmoremusichall.com\/<\/a>) presents Fantastic Cat with Jillette Johnson Thursday at 8; Modern Bliss Saturday at 8; Dogs Play Dead Grateful Dead tribute by Dogs in a Pile Monday at 7:30.<\/p>\n

\u2018The Last Five Years\u2019<\/p>\n

Revival Productions presents the musical \u201cThe Last Five Years\u201d Friday through Sunday at Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center in West Chester (uptownwestchester.org\/<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Expo Center<\/p>\n

The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, Montgomery County, hosts an Eagle Shows gun show Friday through Sunday (eagleshows.com\/<\/a>) and the Philly Non-sports Card Show (phillynon-sportscardshow.com\/<\/a>) Saturday and Sunday.<\/p>\n

Wind Creek<\/p>\n

Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem (www.windcreekeventcenter.com\/events\/<\/a>) presents comedian Sebastian Maniscalco Friday at 6:30 and 10 and medium Matt Fraser Saturday at 8.<\/p>\n

History exhibit<\/p>\n

The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley\u2019s Theodore R. Sprecher Museum, 237-249 W. Main St., Ephrata, Lancaster County, celebrates the opening of its \u201cThe Many Faces of Freedom\u201d exhibit on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It focuses on the Revolutionary War\u2019s effect on\u00a0 everyday citizens in the Cocalico Valley. Learn more at www.cocalicovalleyhs.org<\/a> or call 717-733-1616.<\/p>\n

Revolution program<\/p>\n

A program on Lancaster County\u2019s role in the American Revolution will take place Monday at 7 p.m. at Historic Rock Ford in Lancaster. It will be led by Benton G. Webber. Tickets\u00a0may be purchased at HistoricRockFord.org\/special-events<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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