Entertainment
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‘Monster House Delco’ Brings High-Tech to Halloween Decorations
Technology is bringing a new kind of Halloween decorating to “Monster House Delco” in Broomall, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. John DiMeo and his wife, Jen, use high-tech projection and audio equipment to turn their home into a spooky storyteller. Exterior walls pulsate as hands push to get out. Suddenly, the structure appears to…
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West Chester University’s Department of Theatre & Dance Presents ‘Spring Awakening’ Performance Tonight
West Chester University’s Department of Theatre & Dance presents “Spring Awakening” from Oct. 20 – 23, 2022 with book and lyrics by Steven Sater and music by Duncan Sheik. It is based on the play by Frank Wedekind. Spring Awakening runs Thursday – Saturday, Oct. 20 – 22, at 7:30 PM, and Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 22 and…
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The Great DuBois Circus Act Comes to West Chester for One Night Only
The Great DuBois, the two-person circus act that was showcased in the movie The Greatest Showman, is coming to West Chester University for one performance only on Friday, Nov. 4 at 7 PM. Tickets are now on sale to the public at wcupatix.com or 610.436.2266. The performance will take place in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall in the Philips…
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Local CRE Tycoons: Ever Dream of Holding the Deed to Bryn Mawr College?
Montgomery County real estate barons can test their financial savvy on a small scale, thanks to a new Main Line version of the classic board game Monopoly. Justin Udo did the deed in reporting its debut for KYW Newsradio. This backyard version is produced by the current licensee for the real estate game, Top Trumps,…
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Washington Post: Immanuel Leidy’s Church in Souderton Delivers Hellish Scares to Halloween-Goers
Immanuel Leidy’s Church in Souderton attempts to scare people into committing to Jesus with its Judgement House, a Halloween venue that gives visitors after-death images of hell, writes Julie Zauzmer for The Washington Post. Over one hundred volunteers from the congregation work on the program that, according to church representatives, is aimed at saving souls.…
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Don McCloskey to Celebrate Release of New Album at Ardmore Music Hall
Don McCloskey, singer, songwriter, and band leader, will celebrate the release of his new album The Chaos and The Beauty with a show at Ardmore Music Hall on October 14, reports Mixtape Media for the Grateful Web. The show will follow a fruitful early fall for the eight-piece band that opened two nights at The…
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39 Years, 26 Events, 15 Weeks: 2022 Montgomery County Community College Lively Arts Series Opens
The 2022–2023 season of Montgomery County Community College’s Lively Arts Series is about to kick off with a lineup whose musical highlights alone include performances from: These diverse main-stage concerts comprise just one facet of the 39th season of MCCC’s Lively Arts Series that includes 26 events in total. “I’m excited about presenting Charlotte Blake…
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Where to Enjoy Dinner and a Movie in Montco
By Alyson O’Brien Whether you’re looking for the perfect date night or a family outing, treat yourself to dinner and a movie at one of Montgomery County’s historic movie theaters. These classic movie houses have been showcasing films since the early days of Hollywood and are surrounded by some of Montco’s favorite restaurants. Grand Theater,…
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East Greenville’s Grand Theater Preserved Forever; Its Owner’s Tale Is a Legit Shaggy Dog Story
East Greenville’s Grand Theater got a one-of-a-kind gift for its recent 98th birthday: designation from The Heritage Conservancy as an official historic structure. Rose Itzcovitz gained admission to cover the distinction for WFMZ 69 News. The movie house was built in 1924. But in 2004, 80 years after its debut, The Grand Theater heyday had…
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Blue Bell Studio Violinist Has Accompanied Everyone from an Emmy-Winning Rapper to Emmy-Winning Julie Andrews
Violinist Alexandra Cutler-Fetkewicz — a frequent musical resource for the Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board — has contributed her distinct sound to a new rap recording. Collaborating with Emmy Award-winning rapper Frzy, she can be heard on his new single, “What Do I Know” from the album Popularity Vs Success. Cutler-Fetkewicz also works often…
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Montco StoryWalk Strolls into Second Year with Award-Winning Tales by Local Authors
Montco StoryWalk — an outdoor series of signs containing a narrative to be read at a location by strolling visitors — celebrated its second year of its Montgomery County installation. In noting the anniversary, its coordinators launched a countywide contest to seek new stories to display. Entrants were gathered in two categories by age, 17…
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Oct. 5 Concert in Cheltenham Is More Than Just Entertainment: It’s Ongoing Work for Musicians
Jazz Bridge Project’s Neighborhood Concert series is returning to a Montgomery County stage as part of the organization’s 17th season. The events not only provide area jazz fans with a solid dose of entertainment but also the opportunity to help keep local musicians vital, engaged, and working during an ongoing difficult time. The local edition —…
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With Bishop McDevitt High School Gone from Wyncote, Its Memorable Faculty Is Fading as Well
Thomas McNutt, a long-term teacher at and champion of the now-closed Bishop McDevitt High School, Wyncote, has passed at the age of 97. Kristen A. Graham covered the dousing of his stage light for The Philadelphia Inquirer. McNutt, originally from Phila., set out to be a priest. He earned a bachelor’s degree in theology from…
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Act II Playhouse Regional Premier of a Biographical Play Brings a First Lady’s Backstory to the Fore
In promoting Montgomery County’s vast arts scene, the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board has gotten behind the Act II Playhouse production, Eleanor. The presentation is more than just a retelling of Eleanor Roosevelt’s life as diplomat, writer, champion of social justice. Playwright Mark St. Germain boldly peels back the layers of the private Mrs.…
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Halloween from Timid to Traumatic: Lancaster County Has Both Extremes and Everything in Between
The broadening of Halloween’s appeal over the past decades has evolved it — perhaps mutated it — into something much more than candy collectors in costumes. In response, organizers of October-themed experiences — especially in nearby Lancaster County — have gauged their seasonal entertainment options accordingly. Some skew mild. Some skew wild. Dutch Wonderland Dutch…
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Valley Forge Casino Resort Partnership Raises FanDuel to Top Pa. Sportsbook in August
Across Pa., retail and online betting rose 7.9 percent in Aug. 2022, amounting to a $363 million slight lift in activity above July results. FanDuel emerged as the top sportsbook in the state, attributable in part to its partnership with the Valley Forge Casino Resort in King of Prussia. Geoff Zochodne reported the performance in…
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Bryn Mawr’s Michael Rubin Hires Marketing Chief for Sports-Gambling Division, Fanatics, Inc.
Fanatics, Inc., owned by Bryn Mawr billionaire Michael Rubin, has hired Jason White, a veteran of MTV and Beats, as chief marketing officer of its upstart sports-gambling division. Patrick Coffee won the honor of reporting the new staff member in The Wall Street Journal. White was CMO of MTV Entertainment, and prior to that, he…
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Delco-Themed Mini-Golf May Have Unfamiliar References Montco Players, But It’s Still Retro Fun
Welcome to Delcoland, Delaware County in miniature golf form. You’ll find this unique course behind the former Charlie’s Hamburgers lot in Folsom, now home to a Delco Steaks. The golf course is the brainchild of home-grown entrepreneurs Nick Reynolds and John McKenzie, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The goal was to somehow make…
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