Performance and classical music listings

2010 New Voices: Workshop Productions

Annual collaboration presenting middle and high school plays and monologues. Temple University - Tomlinson Theater, 1301 W Norris St.; 800-838-3006.

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. Free. Closes 11/6.

Azuka Theatre: Neighborhood 3 - Requisition of Doom A group of suburban teens get addicted to an online horror video game & the line between real & virtual life begins to blur. Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre, 2111 Sansom St.; 215-733-0255. azukatheatre.org. $20-$25. Closes 10/31.

Brat Productions: Carrie Black comedy based on the Stephen King novel, w/a male actor playing Carrie White. The Wolf Building, 340 N. 12th St. www.bratproductions.org. $15-$29. Closes 11/7.

Cape May Stage: The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) Fast-paced performance featuring all of Shakespeare's plays & sonnets compressed into a single show. Robert Shackleton Playhouse, Bank & Lafayette Sts., Cape May; Box Office: 609-884-1341. www.capemaystage.com. $35-$40; $30 seniors; $12.50 students. Closes 11/20.

Cirque du Soleil: Dralion The troupe's latest show blends Eastern & Western acrobatics. Sovereign Center, 700 Penn St., Reading; 610-898-7299. www.cirquedusoleil.com. $35-$95. Closes 11/7.

eXposed Theatre Company: Rocky Horror Picture Show Live production of the campy cult classic. Eagle Theatre, 208 Vine St., Hammonton; 609-704-5012. $20. Closes 10/30.

Flashpoint Theatre Company: Run, Mourner, Run A man caught in a conflict between two rich men may have to make a choice that will destroy lives. Adrienne Theatre, 2030 Sansom St.; 215-665-9720. www.flashpointtheatre.org. $18-$20; $15-$18 students and seniors. Closes 11/20.

Footloose A newcomer challenges a town's "no dancing" rule. Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Main St., New Hope; Box Office: 215-862-2041. $22. Closes 11/14.

Ghost-Writer A novelist dies midsentence but his secretary keeps on taking dictation, despite facing much criticism. Can she prove she's not just a fraud? Arden Theatre Company, 40 N. 2nd St.; 215-922-1122. $29-$48. Closes 11/7.

Gospel According to Josh One man's journey to discover his own fate & identity. Media Theatre for the Performing Arts, 104 E. State St., Media; 610-891-0100. $20. 11/3. 7:30-9 pm.

Inis Nua Theatre Company: The Early Bird Darkly humorous tale of the truths that emerge after a couple's child disappears. Adrienne Theatre, 2030 Sansom St.; 215-454-9776. www.inisnuatheatre.org. $20. Closes 11/7.

InterAct Theatre Company: Silverhill The story of a self-supporting community where the peace is threatened when a fundamental change to their system of operation is suggested. Adrienne Theatre, 2030 Sansom St.; 215-568-8079. www.interacttheatre.org. $27-$32. Closes 11/14.

Jekyll & Hyde Musical based on the Robert Louis Stevenson story. Media Theatre for the Performing Arts, 104 E. State St., Media; 610-891-0100. $36-$42.50; $33.50-$38 seniors; $22-$25 children. Closes 10/31.

Jersey Boys: National Tour This musical tells the story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, exploring their career & friendships. Forrest Theatre, 1114 Walnut St.; Telecharge: 1-800-447-7400. www.jerseyboystour.com. $54-$201.50.

Legacy of Light Drama exploring the similarities between two passionate women from different centuries. People's Light & Theatre Company, 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern; 610-644-3500. $25-$45; $25-$42 youth. Closes 11/7.

Lucha VaVoom! The world's first & only Mexican-style Lucha Libre & burlesque extravaganza. Electric Factory, 421 N. Seventh St.; Box Office: 215-627-1332. www.luchavavoom.com/. $20. 11/4. 8 pm.

Macbeth Shakespeare's tragedy, Wilma Theater, 265 S. Broad St.; 215-546-7824. $24.50-$59. Closes 11/13.

Murder at the Physick Interact with characters & look for clues to figure out "whodunit." Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts, 1048 Washington St., Cape May; 609-884-5404. $25; $20 children 3-12. Closes 10/29.

Murder on the Nile Each character has a skeleton in their closet. Hedgerow Theatre, 64 Rose Valley Rd., Media; 610-565-4211. $22-$25; $10 youths 18 & under; $3 students & seniors. Closes 11/21.

My Mother's Italian, My Father's Jewish & I'm in Therapy One-man show based on playwright Steve Solomon's life growing up in a diverse & dysfunctional household. Society Hill Playhouse, 507 S. 8th St.; Reservations required: 215-923-0210. $40-$45.

Norma Doesmen 'Sunset Boulevard' parody about a screenwriter who falls into the clutches of a rather insane former movie star. Society Hill Playhouse, 507 S. 8th St.; Reservations required: 215-923-0210. www.normadoesmen.com. $35. Closes 11/7.

Office Politics Four plays set in offices. Walnut Street Theatre - Studio 5, 825 Walnut St.; Box Office: 215-627-1088. www.quinceproductions.com. $20-$25. Closes 11/13.

Olde City Sideshow Vaudeville, burlesque & historical sideshow acts mixed with counter-culture influences. Kung Fu Necktie, 1248 N. Front St.; 215-291-4945. www.oldecitysideshow.com. $12. 10/30. 7:30 pm.

Oleanna David Mamet's gripping account of a power struggle between a university professor & one of his female students. Calvary Center for Culture & Community, 801 S. 48th St; Box Office: 215-525-1350. www.curiotheatre.org. $10-$15. Closes 11/13.

Raven Hill Productions: The Exonerated The true stories of individuals who were convicted of crimes & imprisoned, then later found innocent & released. Adrienne Theatre, 2030 Sansom St. $20. Closes 11/7.

Rich Little: Jimmy Stewart - A Look at His Life Impressionist portrays Stewart & shares anecdotes from his life. Surflight Theatre, Beach & Engleside Ave., Harvey Cedars; 609-492-9477. $39.50. Closes 10/31.

Savage Men Male Revue Every Sat. 8 pm. House of Blues, 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City; 609-343-4000. www.savage-men.com. $35-$55. Closes 11/27.

Simulations The story of a woman who falls in love with a computer game character. Plays & Players Theatre, 1714 Delancey St.; Reservations required: 215-735-0630 or 1-800-595-4849 (4TIX). $15 advance; $20 day of show. Closes 11/5.

South Camden Theatre Company: The Old Settler Two sisters living in '40s-era Harlem find their relationship tested when a young man enters their lives. Waterfront South Theatre, 400 Jasper St., Camden; 866-811-4111. www.southcamdentheatre.org. $15. Closes 11/7.

Stephen Spinella: An Illiad One-man stage adaptation of Homer's epic. Princeton University - McCarter Theatre, 91 University Pl., Princeton; 609-258-2787 (ARTS). $39-$66. Closes 11/7.

Sylvia A.R. Gurney's play examines the complicated relationships between husbands & wives and the pets that love them. Delaware Theatre Company, 200 Water St., Wilmington; Box Office: 302-594-1100. $35-$49. Closes 11/7.

The Pajama Game Romantic comedy musical. West Chester University - Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre, University Ave., West Chester; 610-436-2533. $15; $12 students and seniors. Closes 10/30.

The Philly Fan One-man play starring two-time Barrymore Award winner Tom McCarthy. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-893-1999. $35-$47. Closes 10/31.

The Rocky Horror Show Brad, Janet, Rocky & friends spend a night in the castle of the creepy Frank N. Furter. Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Main St., New Hope. $25. Closes 10/31.

The Threepenny Opera Mack the Knife is on the prowl through London's most virtuous whores & upstanding thieves in this raucous, outrageous & salacious musical. Arden Theatre Company, 40 N. 2nd St.; 215-922-1122. $29-$48; $5 student rush. Closes 11/7.

Uncle Vanya Family conflicts & resentments come to light in this provocative, tragicomic piece by Anton Chekhov. Lantern Theater at St. Stephen's Theater, 10th & Ludlow Sts.; 215-829-0395. $28-$36; $25-$33 seniors; $18-$26 students. Closes 11/21.

Why I'm Scared of Dance by Jen Childs World premiere production of Jennifer Childs' first original solo work, Plays & Players Theatre, 1714 Delancey St.; Reservations required: 215-735-0630 or 800-595-4849 (4TIX). 1812productions.org. $26-$35. Closes 10/31.

Hansel & Gretel

Tale of two children who find a candy house in the woods, then have to contend with its not-so-nice owner. Media Theatre for the Performing Arts, 104 E. State St., Media; 610-891-0100. $12; $10 children. Closes 10/30.

The Magical Land of Oz This production of 'The Wizard of Oz' features songs set to hip-hop and calypso music. Hedgerow Theatre, 64 Rose Valley Rd., Media; Reservations required: 610-565-4211. $11; $9 children. Closes 10/30.

Tomie dePaola's Strega Nona The tale of a friendly witch trying to cure her town's ills. Symphony Hall, 23 N. Sixth St., Allentown; 610-432-6715. $18; $12 children. 10/31. 4 pm.

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A high-energy musical about growing up by Jason Robert Brown & Dan Elish. Playcrafters Theatre, 2011 Store Rd., Skippack; Reservations recommended: 610-584-4005. $15. Closes 11/7.

Actors' NET of Bucks County: Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams drama about a family in crisis. Morrisville Heritage Center, 635 N. Delmorr Ave., Morrisville; 215-296-3694. www.actorsnetbucks.org. $20; $17 seniors; $10 children 12 and under. Closes 11/14.

Anything Goes Student production of the musical comedy about a love triangle at sea. Villanova University - St. Mary's Hall, 800 E. Lancaster Ave., Villanova; cirvin03@villanova.edu. $10; $7 students. Closes 10/31.

Bryn Athyn's Got Talent Talent/variety show hosted by Glenn Walsh. Mitchell Performing Arts Center, 800 Tomlinson Rd., Bryn Athyn. Closes 11/6.

Chicago Story of murder, greed, corruption, violence, exploitation, adultery & treachery. Wilmington Drama League, 10 W. Lea Blvd., Wilmington; Box Office: 302-764-1172. $18; $15 students & seniors; $9 children. Closes 11/13.

Early One Evening at the Rainbow Bar & Grille By playwright Bruce Graham. Footlighters Theater, 58 Main Ave., Berwyn; Box Office: 610-296-9245. $12. Closes 11/6.

Etty A touring one-woman theatrical play based on the diaries & letters of Etty Hillesum. Chestnut Hill College, 9601 Germantown Ave.; 215-248-7099. Free. 11/3. 7:30 pm.

Guys & Dolls A bet between two gamblers leads to romance, but complications arise. Off-Broad Street Theatre, 5 S. Greenwood Ave., Hopewell; Reservations required: 609-466-2766. $27.50-$29.50. Closes 11/20.

Hair Be immersed in the counterculture of the 1960s as the Cap & Bells Dramatic Arts Society presents the Tony Award-winning musical. St. Joseph's University, 5600 City Ave.; Box Office: 610-660-1181. www.sju.edu/capandbells/. $16; $9 students; $5 seniors. Closes 10/31.

iNtuitons Experimental Theatre: Far Away A woman searches for human connections even as her world is consumed by paranoia, fear & war. Annenberg Center - Harold Prince Theatre, 3680 Walnut St.; 215-898-6701. www.dolphin.upenn.edu/intuiton. $10. Closes 10/30.

Love (Awkwardly) Bordentown Regional High School performs a comedy about 8 modern teenagers who learn the joys and heartaches of love. This show is for anyone who has ever had a crush, been dumped, or done something ridiculous in the name of love. Bordentown Regional High School, 318 Ward Ave., Bordentown; 609-496-1452. $10; $8 students and seniors. Closes 10/30.

MN Players: Frankenstein Slept Here Baroness Frankenstein visits her castle, staffed by various creatures. Swarthmore United Methodist Church, 129 Park Ave., Swarthmore; 610-353-9181. www.mnplayers.org. $7 advance; $8 day of show. Closes 10/30.

Our Town Thornton Wilder's Pulitzer Prize-winning drama finds universal truth in the smallest day-to-day events. Rowan University - Tohill Theatre, 201 Mullica Hill Rd., Glassboro; Box Office: 856-256-4545. $10; $5 seniors, non-Rowan students, Rowan staff & alumni; free for Rowan students with ID. Closes 11/7.

Rocky Horror Show A couple spend the night in the castle of a sinister scientist. Barnstormers Theater, 402 Tome St., Ridley Park; Box Office: 610-461-9969. $15.

The Comedy of Errors Early Shakespeare comedy involving a set of mix-ups between two pairs of identical twins. Moorestown High School, 350 Bridgeboro Rd., Moorestown. $10; $8 seniors and students. Closes 10/30.

Theater Actors Open Stage Performances by five Philadelphia actors & open stage for aspiring actors & playwrights. The Arts Garage, 1516 Parrish St. Closes 11/1.

West Side Story Based loosely on Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'. Haddonfield Plays & Players, 957 E. Atlantic Ave., Haddonfield; 856-429-8139. $25; $15 on Oct. 21, 2010. Closes 11/6.

Mystery at the Mansion

Intriguing murder mystery is set in 1937 during the golden age of radio. Coffee & refreshments will be served. White Clay Creek State Park, 1475 Creek Rd., Newark; RSVP: 302-368-6560. $18. Closes 10/30.

Camerata Ama Deus

Period instrument chamber ensemble. Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, 8000 St. Martin's Lane; 610-688-2800. voxamadeus.org/about/camerata. $25; $20 seniors; $10 students. 10/29. 8 pm.

Camerata Ama Deus Period instrument chamber ensemble. St. John Vianney Church, 350 Consohocken State Rd., Bryn Mawr; 610-688-2800http://voxamadeus.org. voxamadeus.org/about/camerata. $25; $20 seniors; $10 students. 10/30. 7:30 pm.

Camerata Philadelphia: University City Series Works by Beethoven, Kodaly & Arensky; featured artists include violinist Tim Fain, cellist Stephen Framil & pianist Daniel Lau. West Philadelphia Catholic Conservatory, 4501 Chestnut St.; 215-360-2173 or concerts@camerataphiladelphia.org. www.camerataphiladelphia.org. $20; $10 students and seniors. 11/4. 7:30 pm.

Dresden Staatskapelle One of the oldest orchestras with one of the richest traditions in the world. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-893-1999. www.semperoper.de/en/staatskapelle/welcome.html. $39-$113. 11/2. 8 pm.

Due Solisti: Dux Femina Facti Czech flutist Zofie Vokalkova & American harpsichordist Kathleen Scheide perform works by women composers. Settlement Music School - Germantown, 1628 Germantown Ave.; 215-320-2610. $10; $6 students and seniors; $15 family. 10/30. 2-3 pm.

Eugene Drucker, Violinist, composer and author. Haverford College, 370 Lancaster Ave., Haverford; 610-896-1011. Free. 11/3. 4:15 pm.

Glass Armonica Demonstrations Musical instrument invented by Ben Franklin. Franklin Court, 314-322 Market St. Free.

Grimace Federation Philly-based punk/acid jazz/rock act. Johnny Brenda's, 1201 Frankford Ave. grimacefederation.com. $10. 10/29. 9 pm.

Latin Fiesta Latin music/dance ensemble headed by pianist Maria del Pico Taylor & her violinist husband Raymond Taylor. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St.; 215-222-1400. www.latinfiestainc.com. $29-$39. 11/3. 8 pm.

Leo Kottke Folk guitarist who often explores outside traditional harmony & rhythm. Sellersville Theater 1894, Main St. & Temple Ave., Sellersville; 215-257-5808. www.leokottke.com/. $45. 11/3. 8 pm.

Liebesfreud Philadelphia ensemble devoted primarily to great literature of the string quartet. Philadelphia Art Alliance, 251 S. 18th St.; 215-545-4302. www.liebesfreud.org. Free. Closes 10/29.

Mainstreet Brass Brass quintet. Trinity Lutheran Church, 19 S. Fifth St., Perkasie. www.mainstreetbrass.com. Donations accepted. Closes 10/31.

Music Masters: Czech it Out! Violin/cello/piano trio perform works by Dvorak, Reicha, Suk & Janacek. The Music School of Delaware, 4101 N. Washington St., Wilmington; 302-762-1132. $10; $5 students and seniors. 11/3. 7 pm.

Old York Road Symphony Community orchestra. Abington Junior High School, 2056 Susquehanna Rd., Abington; 215-782-1718. www.oldyorkroadsymphony.org. $18; $15 seniors; $5 students. 10/30. 8 pm.

PAFA After Dark: Full Frontal Enjoy music, gallery talks, food & more. Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, 118-28 N. Broad St.; 215-972-7600. www.pafa.org/afterdark. $10 advance; $15 day of event. 11/4. 6-8 pm.

PAPA Fall Concert: Something Wicked This Way Comes Spookily delightful concert in honor of the season. General Wayne Elementary School, 20 Devon Rd., Malvern. $10; $8 students & seniors. 10/31. 2 pm. West Pikeland Municipal Building & Cultural Center, 1645 Art School Rd., Chester Springs. $10; $8 students & seniors. 10/30. 7:30 pm.

PCMS Concert: Scottish Chamber Orchestra With Piotr Anderszewski, Pianist One of Europe's leading chamber ensembles will perform works by Beethoven, Mozart & Mendelssohn. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-569-8080. www.pcmsconcerts.org. $23; $10 students. 11/1. 8 pm.

Philadelphia Orchestra: Nezet-Seguin - Haydn to Mahler Yannick Nezet-Seguin conducts. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-893-1999. www.philorch.org. $47-$132. Closes 10/31.

Philadelphia Orchestra: Van Zweden Conducts Featuring works by Wagenaar, Haydn & Rachmaninoff w/Jaap van Zweden conducting & Han-Na Chang featured on cello. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-893-1999. www.philorch.org. $43-$130. Closes 11/6.

Southampton Chamber Music Society Works by Nardini, Dvorak, Grandjany & Marks. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 877 Street Rd., Southampton; 215-357-4723. $14; $9 students and seniors. 10/31. 3 pm.

Student Recital Call 215-893-5261 for program details. Curtis Institute of Music - Field Concert Hall, 1726 Locust St.; 215-893-7902. Free.

The Divine Hand Ensemble Seven-piece ensemble that plays classical, arias, sacred music & seasonal favorites, w/theremin player Mano Davina. Sellersville Theater 1894, Main St. & Temple Ave., Sellersville; 215-257-5808. divinehand.net. $19.50-$30. 10/31. 7:30 pm.

Ursinus College Wind Ensemble: Holly Gaines, Director Ursinus students perform. Ursinus College - Kaleidoscope Performing Arts Center, 601 Main St., Collegeville; 610-409-3795. Free. 10/30. 7:30 pm.

Vicky Nichols, Organist Nichols is currently the music director of St. Michael the Archangel Parish in Clayton and Franklinville. St. Agnes Roman Catholic Church, 701 Little Gloucester Rd., Blackwood. Free. 10/30. 7:30 pm.

Amici Opera: A Taste of Italy

Concert of arias, duets & songs. 215-224-0257. St. Nicholas Hall, 910 Pierce St. $22 advance; $25 day of show; $22 seniors; $15 students; $12 children 12 and under. 10/31. 3 pm.

Cherry Hill Ensemble Series: A Tribute to Mario Lanza Featuring singers from the Academy of Vocal Arts. Croft Farm Arts Center, 100 Borton's Mill Rd., Cherry Hill; 856-488-7868. $12-$15. 10/31. 2 pm.

Harvest Opera Gala Full course dinner & dessert & opera excerpts. Tomasello Winery, 225 White Horse Pike, Hammonton; 800-666-9463. $65. 10/31. 2 pm.

Lehigh Choral Arts: Brahms' "Ein Deutsches Requiem" Featuring the music of Brahms, Mahler & Sametz, w/Carol Chickering, soprano, & Keith Phares, baritone. Lehigh University - Zoellner Arts Center, 420 E. Packer Ave., Bethlehem; 610-758-2787 (7LU-ARTS). $18. Closes 10/30.

Cie Herve-Gil: Fleurs De Cimetiere et autres sornettes

This piece will be performed by Parisian women 50-75 years old. University of the Arts - Drake Theater, 1512 Spruce St. $15. Closes 10/30.

Escape Velocity Dance Company Works choreographed, performed & produced by Ursinus students. Ursinus College, 601 E. Main St., Collegeville; evdt@ursinus.edu. $1. Closes 10/30.

Fly: Five First Ladies of Dance Featuring performances by Bebe Miller, Jawole Willa Jo Zollar, Germaine Acogny, Dianne McIntyre & Carmen de Lavallade. Painted Bride Art Center, 230 Vine St.; 215-925-9914. $25. Closes 10/30.

Israeli Dancing Informal weekly sessions. New dancers welcome. Germantown Jewish Centre, 400 W. Ellet St.; 215-844-1507 Ext. 19. $5.

Jeanne Ruddy Dance: Give & Take Works by guest choreographers: Jane Comfort, Mark Dendy, Zvi Gotheiner & Peter Sparling. The Performance Garage, 1515 Brandywine St.; 215-569-4060. www.ruddydance.org. $25; $15 students and seniors. Closes 11/5.

Koresh Dance Company Philly-based dance company that blends jazz, modern & ballet. Suzanne Roberts Theatre, S. Broad St.; 215-985-0420. www.koreshdance.org/. $20-$40. Closes 10/31.

Salsa Lessons & Dancing Dance lessons followed by open dancing w/DJ Rombero spinning salsa, merengue & bachata. Coastline, 1240 Brace Rd., Cherry Hill; 856-795-1773.

Traditional Irish Music Session Features local set & step dancers & musicians. Those who play instruments are welcome to join in. Plough & The Stars, 123 Chestnut St.; 215-733-0300. Free.

Martha Graham Cracker Cabaret

Dito van Reigersberg stars as Martha & is joined by musical guests. MarBar, 200 S. 40th St.

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. $12-$20. 10/30. 9 pm.

The Winterlings Alt-folk duo. Kennett Flash, 102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square; 484-732-8295. www.winterlings.com. $12 advance; $15 day of show. 10/30. 8 pm.