The People’s Light and Theatre Company: Watch a Show or Learn to Perform

Founded in 1974, The People’s Light and Theatre Company was created for active local artists to collaborate and showcase their talents for the community. The result has been a 35-year run of a theatre company that has garnered national acclaim. The perfect place for an evening out, recent performances have included Snow White: A Panto, King Lear, and The Emperor’s New Clothes. Check the season calendar for details about upcoming productions! The theatre also offers acting courses for children (grades 2-12) and adults (18+), for both the amateur actor and the seasoned performer—taught through ensemble activities, improvisation, and script work. Whether you are looking to watch skilled actors entertain and delight, or learn how to perform yourself, this theatre has it all.

The People’s Light and Theatre Company
39 Conestoga Road
Malvern, PA 19355
(610) 647-1900
www.peopleslight.org

Van Gogh Up Close

Wednesday, February 1st
7 to 8:30 p.m.
The Conference Center at Penn State Great Valley
All events are free and open to the community. Pre-registration is recommended.

Get an up-close perspective on the 2012 Van Gogh exhibit at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Van Gogh was an artist of exceptional intensity, not only in his use of color and exuberant application of paint, but also in his personal life. Drawn powerfully to nature, his works–particularly those created in the years just before he took his own life–engage the viewer with the strength of his emotions. Curator Jennifer Thompson will discuss his tumultuous years, a period of feverish artistic experimentation that began when Van Gogh left Antwerp for Paris in 1886 until his death in Auvers in 1890.

The exhibit, Van Gogh Up Close, runs February 1 through May 6, 2012 at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Murder Mystery Dinner!

Murder Mystery Show at PineCrest Golf Club Presents:
“Deadly Beloved”
Dinner Dessert and Murder
March 9th, 7 p.m.

Tickets on sale now, limited seating available.
$40.00 per person.
Dinner and Show.
(Cash bar available.)

Welcome to the wedding reception of Buzz and Alma. As an invited guest, you will be here to toast the couple, catch the bouquet, however something sinister is afoot! Come try to solve the murder.

Contact us at (215)-855-4113 ext #19 or banquetmanager@pcrestcc.com.

The Philadelphia Orchestra: Classical Music for All

The Philadelphia Orchestra brings classical concerts to the Philadelphia public through their sweeping performances in the expansive and elegant Kimmel Center. Founded in 1900, the Orchestra has had an impressive history featuring renowned conductors, international tours, and numerous recordings of classics. Currently under the direction of conductor Charles Dutoit, the Orchestra continues to present symphonies from across time periods and countries. The Orchestra strives to make their music accessible to all by offering package deals with tickets as low as $15 per concert and the eZseatU ticket program offering a variety of options for college students. While the Kimmel Center season starts up in October, the Orchestra also plays free neighborhood concerts and offers educational opportunities to local students throughout the year.

Philadelphia Orchestra
260 S. Broad Street
Suite 1600
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 893-1900

Holiday Events!

The Holidays are here! So here's a list of local events celebrating the season.

Here Comes Santa Claus

Santa trades in his sleigh for a helicopter and lands at the American Helicopter Museum for photos, treats and fun.

Where: The American Helicopter Museum
When: Saturday, December 17th
Time: 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Pricing: Admission to the museum

Santa Takes a Train

Join Santa Claus aboard the West Chester Railroad's Santa's Express for a 90 minute trip featuring holiday entertainment with treats for the kids.

Where: The West Chester Railroad Company
When: Saturday & Sunday, December 17th & 18th
Time: 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Pricing: $20

The Nutcracker

Brandywine Ballet presents its annual performance of "The Nutcracker," now in its 32nd season.

Where: Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, West Chester University
When: Saturday, December 17th at 12:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. & Sunday, December 18th at 6:00 p.m.
Pricing: $25-40

Reading Terminal Market: Philadelphia’s Treasures Under One Roof

The Reading Terminal Market has been one of Philadelphia’s most popular public markets since 1893. With many of its historic market stands still in use, the venue features local produce, farm fresh items like eggs and milk, Amish goods, as well as crafts and jewelry. With more than 80 merchants—two of which have a direct lineage to the original stand holders—the Reading Terminal Market is one of the prized destinations for shopping, browsing, eating, and just getting a taste of Philadelphia’s commercial cultural tradition. It bears mentioning that more than one hundred thousand locals and tourists visit the market every week, so plan your trip with plenty of time to spare and try to maintain a level of minimal stress.

Reading Terminal Market
12th and Arch Streets
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 922-2317
www.readingterminalmarket.org

Holiday Trips

Check out these places for some fun Holiday trips!

Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular.
December 2nd Cost $125.00 per person Showtime 10 a.m.
December 3rd Cost $185.00 per person Showtime 11:30 a.m.

"Wicked on Broadway"
Date/Time: February 8th, 2012, 2 p.m. Showtime
Cost: $175.00 per person (dinner included at Carmine's in NYC.)|
Where: Gershwin Theater, NYC.

Contact West Chester Parks and Recreation Department for details and more information.
(610)-436-9010.
http://www.west-chester.com/recreation.php

Things to this Week: Holiday “Shop Local” Event

Take care of you holiday shopping needs AND support local businesses! This event will feature local crafters, small business, nonprofits & more! Fun activities for the children!

If you are interested in a vendor table for your business send an email to ecomomma@aol.com for more info. We have information tables available for $25/vendor tables available for $40.

Need more info about this event? Email ecomomma@aol.com.

When: Sunday, November 27th, 2011
Where: VFW Post 106, West Chester, PA
Time: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Age Suitability: All Ages

 

Chester County Art Association: Art For The People

One great thing about the arts is that it only takes a small number of dedicated people to bring it to the rest of the world. Case in point: the Chester County Art Association, a non-profit cultural group founded in 1931 by artist N.C. Wyeth and some of his contemporaries. Wyeth is undoubtedly the most famous painter from the Chester County region, and he wanted to ensure that his fellow citizens would have access to art and culture in the years to come. The group started as an informal meeting of artists, but has since grown into a keystone of the area’s cultural life. Not only do they stage well-received exhibitions of local and national artists at their West Chester headquarters, but they also run a series of excellent educational programs for artists of all ages and skill levels.

Chester County Art Association
100 North Bradford Avenue
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 696-5600
www.chestercountyarts.org

Come Out For The Halloween Parade!

Adults and kids can both enjoy this Halloween Parade!

West Chester Borough Halloween Parade
Thursday, October 27th
7 p.m.

Join the young and the young of heart at this annual favorite. Both parade participants and spectators are encouraged to dress up for this fun night in town. Parade will feature performances by dance groups, gymnasts, and marching bands, as well as floats and group entrants.

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