On Stage: John5 bring a diverse audience to Sellersville

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times John5 Fans who love progressive music with an emphasis on tasty string work – guitar, electric violin, mandolin — should not even think of being anywhere but the Sellersville Theater (24 West Temple Avenue, Sellersville, 215-257-5808, www.st94.com) on the evening of February 10. The dynamite double-bill will be headlined by John 5 and the Creatures...

On Stage: ‘Dirty Rotten Scoundrels’ brings the laughs

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Larry Lees When audiences watch “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels” – the current production at the Candlelight Theater (2208 Millers Road, Arden, Delaware, 302- 475-2313, www.candlelighttheatredelaware.org) – they fall into three categories. There are those who have seen the film starring Michael Caine and Steve Martin, those who have never seen the film and...

Tickets still available for UCF Ed. Foundation Golden Gala

Tickets are still on sale for the Unionville-Chadds Ford Education Foundation’s Golden Gala — to be held this Saturday at The Gables in Pennsbury. The annual event raises funds to be used to enhance the educational experience for students in UCF School District. Tickets are $75 for non- Education Foundation members and $65 for members.     Send article as PDF   ...

On Stage: Emmanuel is the guitar players’ guitar player

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Tommy Emmanuel Tommy Emmanuel is a guitarist that other accomplished guitarists go out of their way to hear play. He is one of only five musicians handpicked by his mentor, Chet Atkins, as a Certified Guitar Player (CGP). On February 3, Emmanuel will perform an area show at the Keswick Theater (291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, 215-572-7650, www.keswicktheatre.com). ...

On Stage: Anna Meredith is not like anyone else

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Anna Meredithna Meredith, Abbie Gardiner, Chosen Dance, Hannah Wicklund, Sin City Band, In 1966, the Kinks had a hit with a song titled “I’m Not Like Anybody Else.” Now, more than a half-century later, another Brit musician could adopt the title as her motto. Anna Meredith, who will headline a show at The Foundry at Fillmore Philadelphia (1100 Canal Street,...

On Stage: Kimbra’s album delayed, but not her passion

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Kimbra Originally, Kimbra’s show on January 31 at Union Transfer (1026 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, 215-232-2100, www.utphilly.com) was supposed to be one of the earliest gigs on a tour supporting her new album “Primal Heart” on Warner Bros. Records. “The album was supposed to be released on January 19,” said Kimbra, during a recent phone interview...

On Stage: No ‘Spin’ zone, Barron goes solo at The Flash

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Chris Barron Whenever the Spin Doctors come to the area, they draw a crowd – not surprising for a band that has been popular for almost three decades. One of the main cogs in the success of the band has been Chris Barron, who is the group’s guitarist and main songwriter. On January 27, Spin Doctors fans will have a rare opportunity to hear Barron perform...

On Stage: Kiss The Sky

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times  Kiss The Sky Attending a show by tribute band can be a risky proposition as the quality can range from acceptable to downright dreadful. There is a big caveat.    Send article as PDF   

Brandywine Hills Point to Point, April 1

The annual Brandywine Hills Point-to-Point race will be held Sunday, April 1 and gates open at 10 a.m.; first race 11:00 p.m. The event is at the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance’s Myrick Conservation Center, Rt. 842 between Unionville and West Chester.    Send article as PDF   

On Stage: Twiztid fans can enjoy special show Friday

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Twiztid Fans of Twiztid will have to wait a while until the outrageous rap duo goes on tour and heads to their towns this year. But, Twiztid fans in this area don’t have to wait. This weekend, Twiztid will play two shows in the East – one of which is tonight (January 19) at the Chameleon Club (223 North Water Street, Lancaster, 717-299-9684,http://www.chameleonclub.net). ...