Your week: Fun stuff for all ages to do, see and hear Nov. 14-20
Favorite pianist Andre Watts returns to solo with the orchestra in Beethoven's First Piano Concerto.
MUSIC
Philadelphia Orchestra
Favorite pianist Andre Watts returns to solo with the orchestra in Beethoven's First Piano Concerto. Czech maestro Jakub Hrusa makes his debut with music from his homeland: Janacek's "Jealousy" and Dvorak's tune-packed Eighth Symphony.
Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center, Broad and Spruce streets, 2 p.m. today, 8 p.m. tomorrow, $39-$199, 215-893-1999, kimmelcenter.org.
Rachelle Ferrell
Soaring, Philly-based neo-soul and jazz singer/pianist, always a treat, plus smooth sax opener Kim Waters.
Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside, 8 tonight, $38.50 & $48.50, 215-572-7650, keswicktheatre.com.
Blue October
Fervent, fevered, faraway rock balladry in the Peter Gabriel vein should keep you blue.
Trocadero, 1003 Arch St., 8 tonight, $27, 215-922-6888, thetroc.com.
Jackie Ryan
Swinging, smoky jazz thrush in the Sarah Vaughan mode works out with Philly saxophonist Larry McKenna and his quartet.
Chris' Jazz Cafe, 1421 Sansom St., 8 & 10 tonight & tomorrow, $20-$25, 215-568-3131, chrisjazzcafe.com.
Yonder Mountain String Band
Hipsters rejoice, as nu-grassians mix traditional acoustic instruments with contempo tunes and 'tude.
TLA, 334 South St., 8 tonight, $25, 800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com.
Lauryn Hill
The miseducation of the former Fugees and solo singing/rapping star has picked up again with righteous rants like "Consumerism" and "Neurotic Society." Kindred conscience Talib Kweli opens.
Electric Factory, 421 N. 7th St., 8 p.m. tomorrow, $59.50, 800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com.
New Orleans Suspects
Make a getaway with these anthemic Louisiana soul rockers, working downhome grooves that put 'em in the pocket with Little Feat, The Neville Bros and Dr. John. Soul brother Glen David Andrews opens.
Ardmore Music Hall, 23 E. Lancaster Ave., 8 p.m. tomorrow, $22-$27, 610-649-8389, ardmoremusic.com.
Rachael Yamagata
Punchy popster's intimate show tonight at the Boot & Saddle sold out in a sec, but there's still room to wiggle in for round two with French femme duo The Dove & The Wolf, and Philly artist Hemming.
Union Transfer, 1026 Spring Garden St., 8:30 p.m. tomorrow, $17, 215-232-2100, utphilly.com.
Alan Abel's 85th Birthday
Much admired, now-retired Philadelphia Orchestra percussionist, mentor to the four current section members, will be honored by his students, the famous NEXUS percussion ensemble, a string quartet and more. This deeply-felt tribute to an inspiring spirit is a season highlight.
Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center, Broad and Spruce streets, 3 p.m. Sunday, $28, 215-893-1999, kimmelcenter.org.
Stevie Wonder
The master jammer has the entire "Songs in the Key of Life" at his fingertips (parts 1 to 21), with help from a huge cast of musicians, including India.Arie.
Wells Fargo Center, 3601 S. Broad St., 8 p.m. Sunday, $49.50-$149.50, 800-298-4200, comcasttix.com.
TV on the Radio
Eclectic Brooklyn indie rockers bounce back after the death of the group's bassist with an upcoming fifth album, "Seeds."
Union Transfer, 1026 Spring Garden St., 8:30 p.m. Monday, $30, 215-232-2100, utphilly.com.
Ryan Adams
Alterna-country musician and all-around musical handyman croons tunes from his 14 records.
Tower Theater, 19 S. 69th St., Upper Darby, 8 p.m. Wednesday, $29.50-$45, 215-922-1011, lnphilly.com.
B.o.B
"Airplanes" rapper's been laying low, but he's back for the "No Genre" tour - and for your girl in new single "Not For Long."
Trocadero Theatre, 1003 Arch St., 7:30 p.m. Thursday, $29.50-$32, 215-922-6888, thetroc.com.
Janis Ian
A hit at the 2014 Philly Folk Fest, out-and-proud "Society's Child" raises a (quiet) ruckus.
Ardmore Music Hall, 23 E. Lancaster Ave., 7:30 p.m. Thursday, $29.50-$35, 610-649-8389, ardmoremusic.com.
Steve Hackett
Prog guitar hero trades on his laurels with "Genesis Extended."
Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside, 8 p.m. Thursday, (Nov. 21 show sold out), $49-$75, 215-572-7650, keswicktheatre.com.
Daniel Lanois
No swampadelics or U2 grandeur this time. On his new set, "Flesh and Machine," the sound shaper reverts to the art-rock/electronica/ambient styles of his Brian Eno-fueled youth.
World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St., 8 p.m. Thursday, 215-222-1400, worldcafelive.com.
STAGES
'Hansel and Gretel'
The excellent Temple University Opera Theater stages Humperdinck's ideal, evergreen intro to opera - for kids and parents - with conductor Valery Ryvkin, director Brandon McShaffrey and producer Jamie Johnson.
Tomlinson Theater, 13th and Norris streets, 7:30 tonight, 3 p.m. Sunday, $15-$20, 800-298-4200, temple.edu/boyer.
Isabella Rossellini
Noted second-generation actress (mom was Ingrid Bergman) ruminates on the mating rituals of insects and marine life in "Green Porno," a kinky, comic, one-woman show decorated with Day-Glo costumes and puppets.
World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St. 8 tonight, $37.50, 215-222-1400, worldcafelive.com.
Jim Breuer
"SNL" alum, "Half Baked" co-star, blast from the late-'90s past stands up in A.C.
Borgata, 1 Borgata Way, Atlantic City, 9 tonight, $35-$39.50, 866-900-4849, theborgata.com.
Chuck Nice
Philly native, VH1's "Best Week Ever" cast member and current host of HGTV's "How to Buy Like a Mega-Millionaire" and "Home Strange Home" shows his funny stuff.
Top of the Tower, 3 Logan Sq., 7:30 & 9:45 p.m. tomorrow, $30, 215-557-7887, vistaphiladelphia.com.
Ira Glass
Raconteur "Reinvents Radio," detailing and demonstrating how his NPR show "This American Life" comes together.
Merriam Theater, 250 S. Broad St., 8 p.m. tomorrow, $30-$65, 215-893-1999, kimmelcenter.org.
BalletX
Innovative company kicks off with a world premiere based on the film-noir classic "Touch of Evil," "Increasing" by gifted company co-founder Matthew Neenan and a repeat of Olivier Wevers' "Instantly Bound."
Wilma Theater, Broad and Spruce streets, times vary, Wednesday-Nov. 23, $22-$40, 215-546-7824, balletx.org.
Jad Abumrad
Listen to your gut. According to the NPR "Radiolab" host, that's what it takes to channel your inner winner.
Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside, 8 p.m. Wednesday, $29.50-$37.50, 215-572-7650, keswicktheatre.com.
OUTDOORS
Dilworth Park Ice Skating
Your kids frolicked in the new fountains. Now you, too, can take in the (frozen) waters, weather permitting. As of today, City Hall's west side caters to skaters.
15th and Market streets, hours vary, today-Feb. 22, free today noon-3, then $3-$4 (skate rental $8, locker rental $4), 215-440-5500, ccdparks.org.
Franklin Square Holiday Festival
"Electrical Spectacle" of 50,000 lights twinkles in the family-friendliest of Penn's squares. Adding to the carousel, mini golf and mini train are evening performances by POPS and choruses, a craft fair (Nov. 28-Dec. 31), firepits, Friday food trucks and hot drinks.
6th and Race streets, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. daily through Dec. 31, free, 215-629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org.
Love Your Park
Fall service day comes just in time: The leaves will all be down by this weekend, right? A hundred green spaces participate.
Select parks, various locations, various times tomorrow, free, 215-988-9334, loveyourpark.org.
EXHIBITS
National Dog Show
Which of the 2,000 preened, prancing pups will win best in breed, first in group - and best in show?
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. tomorrow, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, $7-$14, (under 3 free), nds.nationaldogshow.com.
Booze + Tattoos
Long linked, this dastardly duo makes it official via finalists from an online contest, live music, on-site inking, Phoebe's Bar-B-Q and Sailor Jerry cocktails.
TLA, 334 South St., 7 p.m. Monday, $10, 800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com.
MUSEUMS
'The Genius of Freedom'
New exhibition displays mementos and wall art that offer a glimpse into lives of African-Americans in the Northeast after the Civil War.
Library Company, 1314 Locust St., through June 26, free, 215-546-3181, librarycompany.org.
Dear Fleisher
Bella Vista gallery and school's fall fundraiser invites guests to come early to get dibs on postcard-size, $50-apiece works by artists whose names are revealed only after purchase.
Fleischer Art Memorial, 719 Catharine St., 1-5 p.m. Sunday, $5, 215-922-3456, fleisher.org.
-Compiled by Tom Di Nardo, Jonathan Takiff, Allison Volpe