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(From left) Heather Birmingham plays Viola and Matt Matt Rydzewski is Duke Orsino in The Stagecrafters Theater production of “Twelfth Night,” running through June 29.

A lively ‘Twelfth Night’ comes to life at Stagecrafters

Many Shakespeare comedies could easily turn tragic with a simple turn of events. "Twelfth Night" is not one of them. more

by Hugh Hunter | 6/19/25

Unsung women opera composers get their close-ups in Germantown

Even the most passionate opera aficionados probably have never heard of Isabella Colbran, Maria Malibran, Carrie Jacobs-Bond, Alma Mahler or Pauline Viardot. more

by Len Lear | 6/19/25

Actors Susan Matson and Norm Burnosky portray characters who are getting to know each other by discussing furniture repair in Old Academy Players' production of A.R. Gurney's “The Dining Table.”

Seven actors play 53 characters in a delectable ‘Dining Room’

Old Academy Players brings the company’s season to a close with "The Dining Room," the most celebrated of A.R Gurney's many plays. more

by Hugh Hunter | 6/19/25

The Germantown Community Fridge at 19 E. High St.

Germantown Community Fridge invites neighbors to break bread

Residents of Germantown will have the opportunity to enjoy a home-cooked meal and meet their neighbors this Saturday, June 21, at Neighbors Table. more

by Nat Čermák | 6/19/25

Argentine singer-songwriter Cecilia Zabala will perform in Pastorius Park on June 25.

Argentine singer and Germantown’s Shortcake kick off concert series

Chestnut Hill's bucolic Pastorius Park will once again be transformed into a vibrant music venue this summer. more

by Brianna Mack | 6/18/25

The Ambler Arts & Music Festival, featuring two days of music performances, returns to the Montgomery County borough’s downtown June 13 and 14.

Summer music season returns with local bands, food and fun

Another summer of outdoor music kicks off this week offering area concertgoers a lineup of rock, reggae, folk, and soul. more

by Brianna Mack | 6/12/25

Local students participated in a community art weaving project with textile artist and Mt. Airy resident Richie Wilde Lopez at the Lantern booth at Mt. Airy Day, May 3.

Lantern Theater series sets stage for Northwest expansion

While the Lantern Theater Company’s new performance space won’t open until fall 2026, they’re laying the groundwork with a series of events. more

by Walt Maguire | 6/12/25

Singer Laurice Kennel, who organized the Juneteenth program at First Presbyterian Church in Germantown, performs at a Black History Month event earlier this year.

Juneteenth concert sets Langston Hughes’ poetry to music

The poetry of Langston Hughes will be transformed into a musical celebration and premiered at the First Presbyterian Church in Germantown. more

by Lucy Tobier and Brian Nelson | 6/12/25

Freedom, festivities and fun: A guide to Juneteenth

Events are scheduled at Johnson House, Woodmere, MAAG and more. more

by Brian Nelson and Lucy Tobier | 6/12/25

The Chew family tea table makes its triumphant return to the Cliveden parlor.

Historic table returns to Cliveden in relaunch of ‘Second Saturdays’

Cliveden, the historic Germantown estate known for its role in the Revolutionary War and generations of Chew family history, celebrates two major events this month. more

by Clark Perks | 6/12/25

Performers quickly learned to become comfortable with nature during rehearsals of “Terra: Bodies & Territories.”

‘Terra: Bodies & Territories’ explores ecofeminist themes outdoors

An experimental dance theater will transform the forest of the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education into a stage for two weekends in June. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 6/12/25

Renee McFillin sings "It's Me" from the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical “Me and Juliet” as romantic rivals Kevin Toniazzo-Naughton and Zachary Chiero compete for her affection in the Act II Playhouse production of "A Grand Night for Singing."

Performances shine in Act II Playhouse revue

Act II Playhouse closes out its 2024-2025 season with a sparkling revival of “A Grand Night for Singing.” more

by Hugh Hunter | 6/12/25

Quintessence Theatre delivers powerful Baldwin adaptation

Quintessence Theatre Group presented the world premiere stage adaptation of James Baldwin's groundbreaking novel "Giovanni's Room" this weekend. more

by Hugh Hunter | 6/12/25

Lanny Bergner, gallery view of “The Luminous Forest.”

Bergner’s ‘The Luminous Forest’ seeks the sublime

Gravers Lane Gallery, in partnership with Kensington’s InLiquid Gallery, presents “The Luminous Forest.” more

by K.A. McFadden | 6/12/25

Composer and bassist Gavin Bryars on the cover of the “The Fifth Century,” the Grammy-winning classical and choral studio album by Bryars, conducted by Donald Nally, and performed by The Crossing choir with the saxophone quartet PRISM.

The Crossing to perform world premiere of Bryars’ ‘Last Days’

On the heels of winning their fourth Grammy Award (and 10th nomination, a contemporary record), Donald Nally and The Crossing will present a world premiere. more

by Michael Caruso | 6/12/25

Retired Episcopal Bishop Gene Robinson visited St. Martin-in-the-Fields church for a special Pride service.

Trailblazing Episcopal bishop speaks at Pride Evensong

Retired Episcopal Bishop Gene Robinson, the first openly gay priest to be ordained a bishop in the Episcopal Church (USA), delivered a call to action. more

by Michael Caruso | 6/12/25

Bender paints birds with small inanimate objects in a surrealistic style.

Artist’s ‘magical realism’ takes flight at Cope House Gallery

If you are a fan of “magical realism” and its expression of wonder and intrigue, you just may fall in love with the art of Marie Bender. more

by Len Lear | 6/12/25

The Pastorius Park summer concert series has been a tradition for over 70 years.

Get outdoors and enjoy free concerts all summer long

Nothing says summer more than being outdoors. Add live music to the mix and you’ve created a recipe for the perfect summer activity. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 6/12/25

Diamantino (“Tino”) Machado, a professor of sociology at Drexel, La Salle and Widener universities, authored the just-published book, “The Making of a People by Systemic Autocracy.”

Hill author's new book challenges U.S. 'democracy'

Longtime Chestnut Hill resident Diamantino (“Tino”) Machado, 84, is allergic to power. more

by Len Lear | 6/12/25

Edward Duffy's new book chronicles the nation’s anniversary celebrations.

Mt. Airy author prepares us for our 250th anniversary

In 2026, the United States will enjoy an explosion of events to honor its 250th anniversary. more

by Len Lear | 6/5/25

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