On Stage: Celtic music just in time for St. Patrick’s Day
The Chieftains come to Philadelphia to mark the holiday
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The Chieftains come to Philadelphia this week — just in time for St. Patrick’s Day.
The middle of March is when St. Patrick’s Day festivities fill the calendar every year. And, St. Patty’s Day activities in the area always include concerts by bands that perform Celtic music.
The pattern hold...
On Stage: Pa. Ballet offers emotional journey
Also: McMurtry’s do father and son twin bill in Sellersville
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Some ballet fans prefer full-length productions while others prefer ballet shows that feature several individual pieces.
If you’re in the camp that prefers a program line-up with variety, then you should definitely check out the Pennsylvania Ballet’s new show which is running from February...
On Stage: Nalani & Serina poised for the big time
Also, Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival tops bill for local events
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Rising twin sister act Nalani & Sarina play the Fourth Annual Ladybug Music Festival this weekend.
Over the years, I’ve seen many memorable concerts including the Who playing “Tommy” at Woodstock with the sun rising behind the stage and Jimi Hendrix almost blowing the roof off...
Final ‘Sip and Savor with Serafins’ Dec. 3
The Serafin String Quartet
KENNETT SQUARE — The Kennett Flash will present the final concert of the “Sip and Savor with the Serafins” Wednesday evening series on December 3 at 7:30 p.m. The highly acclaimed Serafin String Quartet will perform “Viennese Classical Roots,” a one-hour themed collage featuring Mozart Quartet in d minor with samples from Haydn and Beethoven.
The program...
Brandywine Valley Chorale performs Bach, Dec. 6
EAST MARLBOROUGH — In the spirit of the joyous season, the Brandywine Valley Chorale (BVC) warmly invites you to their holiday concert. This evening of beautiful music will be held on Saturday, Dec. 6 at St. Michael Lutheran Church in Unionville at 7:30 p.m.
Accompanied by orchestra and organ, the choir’s centerpiece is the Bach “Magnificat”, a musical setting of the biblical canticle taken...
Holiday entertaining can be done without stress
A few steps can take the hassle out of hosting
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
The holiday season is in full swing! Entertaining family and friends can be festive AND stress free if you do it the right way…
Although I looooove the idea of a printed, mailed invitation…let’s be honest, it ain’t happening. The website “Paperless Post” (www.paperlesspost.com) has a ton of...
Broadway on the Brandywine, Saturday
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Combine the best of Broadway with the stars of Unionville and what do you get?
Foundation Fest 2013: Broadway on the Brandywine, this Saturday night at Unionville High School will feature students from every Unionville-Chadds Ford school as well as selected alumni performing some of the most memorable songs from Broadway.
Proceeds from the event will go to the Unionville-Chadds...
Anson Nixon concert series starts June 13
Summer concert series marks return of music Wednesdays in the park
Music fans enjoy a show during the 2011 concert series at Anson B. Nixon Park. A new slate of music acts is planned for various Wednesday evenings this summer.
KENNETT — There is a great peace and tranquility that comes from sitting back on a lawn chair or stretching out on an old family blanket under the stars and enjoying an outdoor...
Harpist Gillian Grassie returns home after South American tour
Unionville Class of 2005 grad to play the Tin Angel Saturday, June 18
By Eddy K. Foster, Staff Writer, UnionvilleTimes.com
Unionville's Gillian Grasse performs on World Cafe. The talented singer/harpest/songwriter comes home from a long international tour toplay the Tin Angel in Philadelphia, June 18.
NEWLIN — Singer, Songwriter, Harpist and Unionville graduate Gillian Grassie who has put out...
