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Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN at Moorestown Theater Company
by Donna Marie Nowak - Nov 4, 2025

The award-winning Moorestown Theater Company celebrates its 9th “Second Stage” musical and 250th show with this sublime production of the uproarious musical comedy Something Rotten.

Video: Watch the New Trailer for WIZARDS BEYOND WAVERLY PLACE Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 4, 2025

The official trailer has been released for Season 2 of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place, which features a sneak peek at the guest cast, including Selena Gomez, Freya Skye, Bill Chott, Sean Whalen, and Amanda Tepe. Check it out now!

Review: THE IRISH CURSE at Broadwater Black Box Theatre
by Harker Jones - Jul 23, 2025

THE IRISH CURSE is a moving exploration of masculinity, brotherhood, and how one commonality can erase race, age, and socioeconomic lines to find connection.

How to Watch the 2024 Presidential Debate on ABC
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 10, 2024

ABC News has revealed special coverage of “Kamala Harris and Donald Trump – ABC News Presidential Debate” that will air live on ABC, stream live on 24/7 streaming channel ABC News Live, Disney+ and Hulu and will be simulcast on additional broadcast and streaming news networks on Tuesday, Sept. 10, at 9:00 p.m. EDT.

Recipients Unveiled For 5th Annual Philadelphia Independence Awards For High School Musical Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2024

The Philadelphia Independence Awards celebrated outstanding high school musical theater performances and productions in the Philadelphia region, with adjudication by theater professionals and educators. See the awardees and learn more!

Review: THE MUSIC MAN at Moorestown Theater Company
by Donna Marie Nowak - Jul 27, 2023

What did our critic think of THE MUSIC MAN at Moorestown Theater Company?

Ranaan Meyer Returns to the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra To Play With Students at a Gala
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2023

Philadelphia Youth Orchestra (PYO) alumnus, double bass player Ranaan Meyer, returns as special guest artist for the PYO Music Institute Gala on Friday, March 24 at The Union League of Philadelphia.

The 6abc Dunkin' Thanksgiving Day Parade Celebration Announces Return
by Michael Major - Nov 22, 2021

The event is hosted by 6abc Action News’ Rick Williams, Cecily Tynan, Adam Joseph, Karen Rogers and Alicia Vitarelli with special guest host Carson Kressley, Emmy®-award winning daytime talk show host Tamron Hall and Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee of “Good Morning America.”  The special will also include appearances from Disney and ABC favorites!

More Celebrities Join 6ABC DUNKIN' THANKSGIVING DAY CELEBRATION
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 24, 2020

6abc, Philadelphia’s most-watched television station and leading news source, rings in the holiday season with its 10-year title sponsor Dunkin for the “The 6abc Dunkin’ Thanksgiving Day Celebration,” on Thursday, Nov. 26 (8:30 a.m. EST).

DJ Jazzy Jeff, Carson Kressley & More Join ABC 6 DUNKIN' THANKSGIVING DAY CELEBRATION
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 19, 2020

6abc, Philadelphia’s most-watched television station and leading news source, rings in the holiday season with its 10-year title sponsor Dunkin for the “The 6abc Dunkin’ Thanksgiving Day Celebration,” on Thursday, Nov. 26 (8:30 a.m. EST).

Ethan Davidson Named Chairman Of Michigan Opera Theatre
by Julie Musbach - Oct 8, 2019

Michigan Opera Theatre (MOT) announced today the election of Ethan Davidson as Chairman of its Board of Directors and Trustees. Davidson succeeds Rick Williams, who has served as Chairman for the past 17 years. Williams announced earlier this year that he would not stand for re-election. The transition, which will include a restructuring of the board, will take effect at the upcoming Annual Meeting Nov. 14.

Stephen Lord Resigns as Principal Conductor of Michigan Opera Theatre
by Julie Musbach - Jun 19, 2019

Michigan Opera Theatre announced today that its Principal Conductor Stephen Lord has resigned from the company, effective immediately. MOT accepted the resignation following public allegations of Lord's past behavior, which do not align with the Company's values and standards.

Photo Flash: First Look at triangle productions!' THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2019

James Sharinghousen leads a cast of five as Casey. He has been working as an Elvis impersonator however, business has not been well, and he is replaced by two drag queens - Miss Tracy (Frederick Williams/T'Kara) and Rexy (Colin Kane).

Michigan Opera Theatre Announces $4 Million Grant For Community Outreach, Educational Programming And Facility Improvements
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2019

Michigan Opera Theatre (MOT) announced today it has been awarded a $4 million grant from the William Davidson Foundation. The landmark gift to the company's comprehensive campaign is designated to support continued artistic excellence, community and educational outreach, and an enhanced patron experience through infrastructure and facility improvements to the David DiChiera Center for the Performing Arts and its Detroit Opera House. In addition, it serves as a call to action to inspire individuals and corporations to join in supporting MOT. 

Tenor Anthony Kearns To Perform During The 98th Annual 6ABC Dunkin Donuts Thanksgiving Day Parade
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2018

World-renowned Tenor Anthony Kearns will be a guest performer in the nation's oldest parade - the 98th Annual 6abc Dunkin' Donuts Thanksgiving Day Parade in Philadelphia, PA on Thursday, November 22, 2018, it was officially announced.

Michigan Opera Theatre Founder David DiChiera Passes Away of Pancreatic Cancer
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2018

Dr. David DiChiera, Founder and long-time General Director of Michigan Opera Theatre (MOT), died today at his home in Detroit with his family by his side. He was 83 years old and had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in March, 2017.

BWW Review: ANNIE at Moorestown Theater Company
by Donna Marie Nowak - Jul 24, 2018

Leapin' Lizards! Moorestown Theater Company's 150th production is the show that started it all for them - ANNIE!

BWW “Spotlight on” The Moorestown Theater Company's ANNIE
by Pati Buehler - Jul 17, 2018

It all started with ANNIE and is still going strong, as Moorestown Theater Company welcomes back that 'perky redhead'.

OPERA America's 2018 National Opera Trustee Recognition Award Recipients Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2018

OPERA America, the national service organization for opera and the nation's leading champion for American opera, is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2018 National Opera Trustee Recognition Awards. Now in their 11th year, these awards honor outstanding trustees of U.S. opera companies for their exemplary leadership, generosity and audience-building efforts on behalf of their respective organizations.

Park Avenue Armory presents North American Premiere of 3D Chamber Opera
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 3, 2017

Composer and director Michel van der Aa's perspective-bending chamber opera Blank Out, based on the life and work of South African poet Ingrid Jonker, is reimagined within Park Avenue Armory's Wade Thompson Drill Hall in its North American premiere this September. Miah Persson performs live and is accompanied by a 3D film featuring Roderick Williams and the Netherlands Chamber Choir. The design of the space will capitalize on the malleability of the Drill Hall and the unique backdrop of its architecture with elements that heighten the panoramic landscapes found in the film, utilize the room's iconic vaulted ceiling, and create a stage that is interchangeably vast and intimate throughout the production.