Performance and classical music listings

A Moon for the Misbegotten

Eugene O'Neill's companion piece to 'A Long Day's Journey Into Night.' Closes 2/27. Arden Theatre Company, 40 N. 2nd St.; 215-922-1122. $29-$48.

Blithe Spirit Noel Coward's spirited supernatural classic. Closes 3/20. Delaware Theatre Company, 200 Water St., Wilmington; Box Office: 302-594-1100. $35-$49.

Great American Trailer Park Musical Trailer park residents are thrown for a loop when a stripper moves in. Closes 3/5. Montgomery Theater, 124 N. Main St., Souderton; 215-723-9984. $33-$37.

Idiopathic Ridiculopathy Consortium: The Empire Builders Dark comedy about a middle-class family being haunted by a strange & scary noise. Closes 2/27. Walnut Street Theatre - Studio 5, 825 Walnut St. www.idiopathicridiculopathyconsortium.org. $20.

In the Next Room (or the Vibrator Play) A doctor's wife becomes increasingly curious about his mysterious new hysteria treatment. Closes 4/3. Wilma Theater, 265 S. Broad St.; 215-546-7824. $36-$46; $31-$41 seniors; $18-$23 students and ages 20-29.

Luna Theater Company: Blasted Luna Theater Company presents dark side of humanity with the Philadelphia Premiere of Sarah Kane's brutal work. Closes 2/26. Adrienne Theatre, 2030 Sansom St.; 866-811-4111. www.lunatheater.org. $25-$32.

Master Class Terrence McNally's award-winning play about Maria Callas. Closes 3/26. Ritz Theatre Company, 915 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn; 856-858-5230. $25-$35; $15 student rush.

Nocturne Adam Rapp's story of how grief can unravel a family. Closes 2/26. Adrienne Theatre, 2030 Sansom St.; 215-665-9720. www.flashpointtheatre.org. $18-$20; $15-$18 students and seniors.

Parenting 101: The Musical Hilarious new musical about the many ups & downs of raising kids. Closes 3/6. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-893-1999. $35-$47.

Plaza Suite Neil Simon comedy about two married couples spending an evening in the same glitzy NY hotel. Closes 3/6. Hedgerow Theatre, 64 Rose Valley Rd., Media; 610-565-4211. $22-$25; $19-$22 seniors; $10 students under 18.

Superior Donuts A donut shop owner contends with a changing neighborhood in this comedy by Tracy Letts. Closes 4/3. Arden Theatre Company, 40 N. 2nd St.; 215-922-1122. $29-$48.

The 24-Hour Cram Performance of short plays written & rehearsed in the previous 24 hours. Closes 2/26. Plays & Players Theatre, 1714 Delancey St.; Reservations required: 215-735-0630 or 800-595-4849 (4TIX).

The Last 5 Years Jason Robert Brown's bittersweet musical romance. Closes 2/27. Media Theatre for the Performing Arts, 104 E. State St., Media; 610-891-0100. $27-$49.

The Peking Acrobats Gymnasts, jugglers, cyclists & tumblers accompanied by a traditional Chinese ensemble. Grand Opera House, 818 N. Market St., Wilmington; 800-374-7263. www.chineseacrobats.com. $31; $26 children. 2/27. 3 pm.

The Ugly One Marius von Mayenburg's scintillating comedy about success, fame & plastic surgery. Closes 3/13. Walnut Street Theatre - Independence Studio on 3, 825 Walnut St.; 215-574-3550. $30.

Theatre Exile: The Lieutenant of Inishmore Black comedy about a man out for revenge after his cat is slain. Closes 3/13. Plays & Players Theatre, 1714 Delancey St.; 215-218-4022. theatreexile.org. $27-$32; $20-$25 seniors; $15 students.

Tom Teti: Mark Twain Onstage Tom Teti portrays renowned author Mark Twain. Closes 2/28. People's Light & Theatre Company, 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern; 610-644-3500. Free.

Tom Teti: Mark Twain Onstage Tom Teti portrays renowned author Mark Twain. Closes 3/2. Easttown Library & Information Center, 720 First Ave., Berwyn. Free.

American Theater Arts for Youth: Pippi Longstocking

Musical based beloved book by Astrid Lindgren. Closes 3/5. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-563-3501.

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Jack & the Beanstalk A boy climbs a beanstalk into the clouds, where he finds a castle inhabited by an evil giant. Can he outwit it? Closes 2/26. Players Club of Swarthmore, 614 Fairview Rd., Swarthmore; TheaterMania: 866-811-4111. $10.

King of Prussia Players: Guys and Dolls Kings of Prussia Players present their production of this beloved musical. Shannondell Performing Arts Center, 10000 Shannondell Dr., Norristown. $17; $12 seniors, students & children.

Number the Stars Adaptation of Lois Lowry's novel about the rescue of the Danish Jews during World War II. Closes 3/10. Haddonfield Plays & Players, 957 E. Atlantic Ave., Haddonfield; 856-429-8139. $10.

Seussical Based on the beloved books of Dr. Seuss. Closes 3/6. Radnor High School, 130 King of Prussia Rd., Wayne; Brown Paper Tickets: 800-838-3006. www.RadnorSpringMusical.com. $10-$15.

Storybook Musical Theatre: The Emperor's New Clothes Stage adaptation of the lassic Hans Christian Andersen tale. Closes 3/13. Mitchell Performing Arts Center, 800 Tomlinson Rd., Bryn Athyn. www.storybookmusical.org. $12; $10 children.

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer Stage adaptation of Mark Twain's classic novel. Closes 3/13. People's Light & Theatre Company, 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern; 610-644-3500. $31; $20 children 17 and under.

The Snow Queen Musical adaptation of the fairy tale. Closes 2/26. Hedgerow Theatre, 64 Rose Valley Rd., Media; 610-565-4211. $11; $9 children.

Thomas & Friends LIVE: Thomas Saves the Day Thomas & pals learn lessons about friendship & teamwork as they prepare the railroad for Sodor's Magic Lantern Festival. Closes 2/27. Susquehanna Bank Center, 1 Harbour Blvd., Camden; 877-598-8696. www.thomasandfriends.com. $20-$42.50.

An Evening of Theater With Dawson Street Dramatic Society

Local playwright Greg Day from the Ho-Chunk Nation of Wisconsin presents staged readings of two of his most recent works. Closes 3/1. Free Library of Philadelphia, 1901 Vine St.; 215-686-5372. Free.

Annie The Temple Sinai players present this musical based on the comic strip 'Little Orphan Annie' by Harold Gray. Closes 2/26. Temple Sinai, 1401 Limekiln Pike, Dresher; 215-643-6510. www.tsinai.com/annie/. $15 advance, $18 day of show; $12 advance students 2-18 & seniors 65 & over, $18 day of show students 2-18 & seniors 65 & over.

Bridge Players Theatre Company: Gypsy Musical based on the 1957 memoirs of Burlesque diva, Gypsy Rose Lee. Closes 2/26. Broad Street United Methodist Church, 36 East Broad St., Burlington; 856-303-7620. www.bridgeplayerstheatre.com. $20 includes dessert and beverage; $45 includes dinner at Cafe Gallery Restaurant.

Coolers A play about vaudevillian actors who came onstage between movie reels while the projectors were cooling down. Perkins Center for the Arts Collingswood, 30 Irvin Ave., Collingswood; www.perkinscenter.org. $20.

Curio Theatre: Great Expectations Curio Theatre Company presents Charles Dickens' classic story of love, revenge, redemption & the discovery of self. Closes 3/5. Calvary Center for Culture & Community, 801 S. 48th St; 215-525-1350. www.curiotheatre.org. $10-$15.

Deathtrap Comedy-thriller about a famed playwright who considers turning to thievery to hide his writer's block. Closes 2/26. Players Club of Swarthmore, 614 Fairview Rd., Swarthmore; TheaterMania: 866-811-4111. $15; $14 seniors; $8 students.

Guys and Dolls Damon Runyon's Broadway gamblers & sharpies come to life with award-winning music by Frank Loesser. Closes 2/26. Glassboro High School, 550 Joseph Bowe Blvd., Glassboro; 856-881-8273. $10; $7 seniors & students.

Our Town Modern take on Thornton Wilder's classic drama. Closes 2/27. Drexel University - Mandell Theater, 33rd St.; Box Office: 215-895-2787 (ARTS). $5-$15.

Rabbit Hole Pulitzer Prize-winning play about a family struggling to come to terms with a terrible tragedy. Closes 3/12. Forge Theatre, 241 First Ave., Phoenixville; Box Office: 610-935-1920. $12; $10 students 18 and under.

The Last Days of Judas Iscariot Judas Iscariot finds himself on trial for his crimes in this cosmic courtroom drama. Closes 2/26. Lehigh University - Zoellner Arts Center, 420 E. Packer Ave., Bethlehem; 610-758-2787 (7LU-ARTS). $12.

The Odd Couple Classic Neil Simon comedy about a slob & a neat freak who wind up as roommates. Closes 2/27. Dutch Country Playhouse (DCP Theatre), 795 Ridge Rd., Telford; 215-234-0966. $12; $10 seniors and children under 12.

The Savannah Disputation Two spirited Catholic sisters take on a visiting missionary who's trying to convert them. Closes 3/12. Off-Broad Street Theatre, Five S. Greenwood Ave., Hopewell; Reservations required: 609-466-2766. $27.50-$29.50.

Murder at the Irish Wake

Comic murder mystery centered around an Irish wake, where the dearly departed may have had outside help in taking his leave. Ongoing. Bistro Romano, 120 Lombard St.; Mystery Dinner Theatre Box Office: 215-238-1313. $42.95.

Colin Howland, Organist

Howland serves as Director of Music & Arts at the Park Cities Presbyterian Church in Dallas, TX. Ursinus College, 601 E. Main St., Collegeville; 610-409-3000. Free. 2/27. 4-5 pm.

Debra Lew Harder, Pianist & Friends Chamber music by Ravel, Beethoven & Brahms. Roberts Hall, Marshall Auditorium. 610-896-1011. Haverford College, 370 Lancaster Ave., Haverford; 610-896-1011. $15; $12 seniors; $8 students; $5 children 7-17. 2/27. 3 pm.

Delaware County Youth Connection A youth connection group for teens in grades 8-12. Holcomb Health Systems Prevention Education Office - Corner S.P.O.T., 126 E. Baltimore Ave., Media; 484-444-0412. Free.

Delaware Symphony Orchestra: David Amado, Conductor & Alban Gerhardt, Cellist Featuring works by Dvorak & 2011 A.I. du Pont winner Libby Larsen. Grand Opera House, 818 N. Market St., Wilmington; 800-374-7263. www.delawaresymphony.org. $27-$57.

Evening in the Colonial Kitchen Interact with food historians & historical characters while enjoying colonial cuisine. Cock 'n Bull Restaurant. Reservations recommended. Peddler's Village, Rtes. 202 & 263, Lahaska; 215-794-4000. peddlersvillage.com/dining/colonial%20kitchen%20dinner.htm. $19.95; $10.95 kids.

Germantown Academy Community Concert The Academy Chamber Society of Germantown Academy presents 'Music to Warm Your Soul', including works by Vivaldi, Mozart & Enesco. St. Thomas Church Whitemarsh, 600 Bethlehem Tpke., Fort Washington. $10; $6 seniors; free for students. 2/26. 7:30 pm.

Gregory Riley, Saxophonist Gregory Riley is a saxophonist. West Chester University - Gates Family Recital Hall, University Ave., West Chester. $10; $5 seniors and students. 2/28. 7:30 pm.

Joan Lippincott, Organist Curtis Institute of Music alumna. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-893-1999. $19-$28. 2/26. 3 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. 2/25. 5:30 pm.

PCMS Concert: Andreas Haefliger, Pianist Acclaimed Swiss pianist performs works by Mozart, Liszt & Schubert. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-569-8080. www.pcmsconcerts.org. $23. 3/3. 8 pm.

PCMS Concert: Miro Quartet With Shai Wosner, Pianist Featuring the music of Mozart & Dvorak. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-569-8080. www.pcmsconcerts.org. $23. 2/25. 8 pm.

PCMS Concert: Nelson Freire, Pianist Freire presents a concert of works by Liszt, Brahms, Villa-Lobos & Prokofiev. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-569-8080. www.pcmsconcerts.org. $23. 3/3. 8 pm.

PCMS Concert: Peter Stumpf, Cellist Stumpf serves as Principal Cellist with the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Settlement Music School - Mary Louise Curtis Branch, 416 Queen St.; 215-569-8080. www.pcmsconcerts.org. $16.50. 2/27. 3 pm.

PCMS Concert: Ysaye Quartet Accomplished French string ensemble performs music by Mozart, Faure & Brahms. American Philosophical Society, 427 Chestnut St.; 215-569-8080. www.pcmsconcerts.org. $23. 3/1. 8 pm.

Philadelphia Orchestra Chamber Music Concert Members of the Philadelphia Orchestra perform w/guest artists. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-893-1999. www.philorch.org. $23-$32.

Philadelphia Orchestra: Beyond the Score - A Hero's Life? Mulitimedia presentation blending a performance of Strauss' 'Ein Heldenleben' w/visuals. Charles Dutoit conducts. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-893-1999. www.philorch.org. $15-$55. 3/3. 7 pm.

Philadelphia Orchestra: Tchaikovsky & MacMillan Works by MacMillain, Tchaikovsky & Berlioz w/Charles Dutoit conducting & Vaid Repin featured on violin. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-893-1999. www.philorch.org. $20-$130.

Philadelphia Young Artists Orchestra Mozart, Haydn, Mendelssohn & Beethoven. Montgomery County Community College - Science Center Theater, 340 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell; Box Office: 215-641-6518. $10. 2/27. 3 pm.

Philadelphia Youth Orchestra: Bravo Brass Philadelphia Youth Orchestra's brass ensemble. St. Francis de Sales Church, 4625 Springfield Ave.; 215-435-1698. www.pyos.org. $15; $10 students and seniors; free for children 13 and under. 2/26. 8 pm.

Riverside Symphonia The Riverside Symphonia is a professional orchestra serving the Greater Delaware Valley and the neighboring river towns of Lambertville, NJ and New Hope, PA. St. John the Evangelist Church, 44 Bridge St., Lambertville. www.riversidesymphonia.org. $10-$55. 2/27. 4 pm.

Rotary Shares: An Afternoon of Music Benefit concert of classical music. Canned food donations are also requested. Unitarian Universalist Church, 401 N. Kings Hwy., Cherry Hill; 856-667-3618. cherryhillrotary.org/cherryhillevents.htm. $15. 2/27. 2:30 pm.

Rowan University Orchestra: Student Soloist Competition Winners Two concerts highlight student vocalists and instrumentalists performing arias and concertos with the orchestra. Rowan University - Pfleeger Concert Hall, 201 Mullica Hill Rd, Glassboro; 856-256-4545. $10; $5 seniors, faculty, alumni and students; free for Rowan students.

Student Recital Series Curtis Institute students perform a variety of classical works in small ensembles or solo. Curtis Institute of Music - Field Concert Hall, 1726 Locust St.; 215-893-7902. www.curtis.edu. Free.

Temple University Wind Symphony: Arthur D. Chodoroff, Conductor Temple students perform. Temple University - Temple Performing Arts Center (formerly Baptist Temple), 1837 North Broad St.; Liacouras Center Box Office: 800-298-4200. Free. 2/25. 7:30 pm.

The Philadelphia Trio Piano trio. 610-664-0346. Main Line Unitarian Church, 816 S. Valley Forge Rd., Devon; 610-664-0346. $18; $15 seniors; $13 students. 2/27. 3 pm.

Violin and Piano Recital There will be a violin and piano recital held at Camphill Village Kimberton Hills by Madeleine Darmiento and Bonnie Sumerfield. Camphill Village Kimberton Hills, 1601 Pughtown Rd., Kimberton; 610-935-0300. Donations accepted.. 2/26. 4 pm.

Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band WCU presents the Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band concert at Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall. West Chester University - Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Phillips Memorial Bldg., West Chester. $10; $5 seniors and students. 2/27. 3 pm.

21st Annual Madrigal Dinner

Renaissance enthusiasts gather to celebrate the songs & cuisine of the era of King James I & Shakespeare. Tickets: 215-895-1275. Drexel University - The Great Court, 3141 Chestnut St.; Reservations required: 215-895-1275. $21.95 includes dinner and concert; $3 concert only.

Amici Opera: Macbeth Fully-staged production of Verdi's 'Macbeth.' 215-224-0257 Upper Dublin Lutheran Church, 411 Susquehanna Rd., Ambler; 215-224-0257. $25; $22 seniors and advance; $15 students; $10 children 12 and under. 2/27. 3 pm.

AVA Opera: Arabella Comic opera by Richard Strauss. Academy of Vocal Arts - Helen Corning Warden Theater, 1920 Spruce St.; 215-735-1685. $50-$85; $45-$80 senior; $25-$60 students.

Brotherly Love: Rat Pack Live! The Philadelphia Gay Men's Chorus' select ensemble, Brotherly Love, celebrates those bad boys of the '50s and '60s, Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Jerry Lewis, Peter Lawford and Sammy Davis, Jr. 'Rat Pack Live!' puts the ensemble's unique touch on the pop classics associated with them and other pop singers who followed in their footsteps. Lutheran Church of the Holy Communion, 2110 Chestnut St.; 215-731-9320. $20 advance; $25 day of show. 2/26. 8 pm.

Greater South Jersey Chorus Cabaret The Chorus's performers will present a diversified program of songs in a sophisticated nightclub setting. 856-482-8282. Unitarian Universalist Church, 401 N. Kings Hwy., Cherry Hill; 856-482-8282. www.greatersjchorus.org. $20. 2/26. 7 pm.

Mendelssohn Club of Philadelphia: Audience InCHOIRing Durufle Requiem, Bernstein's' 'The Lark' & a new commissioned piece by Rollo Dilworth. First Baptist Church, 123 S. 17th St.; www.mcchorus.org. www.mcchorus.org. $25; $15 seniors. 2/27. 4 pm.

Met: Live in HD - Gluck's Iphigenie en Tauride Live broadcast of The Metropolitan Opera's New York performance of the Gluck opera. Symphony Hall, 23 N. Sixth St., Allentown; 610-432-6715. $22. 2/26. 1 pm.

Pennsylvania Girlchoir 100 girls ages 7-17 from four counties in southeastern Pennsylvania. First Presbyterian Church in Germantown, 35 W. Chelten Ave.; 215-843-8811. www.pagirlchoir.org. Free. 2/27. 3 pm.

Pine Forge Academy Choir: Black History Month Concert The choir will be performing a selection of inspirational music. Tri-County Performing Arts Center, 245 E. High St., Pottstown; 877-772-5425 (CLICK). www.pineforgeacademy.org. $17; $15 students and seniors; $13 children 12 and under. 2/25. 8 pm.

Singing City Winter Concert: Voices of Philadelphia Singing City Choir, Singing City Children's Choir & guest choirs. 215-569-9067. First Baptist Church, 123 S. 17th St.; 215-569-9067. $20; $15 students and seniors. 2/26. 7 pm.

St. Peter's Choir: Lo! What a Cloud of Witnesses A concert to commemorate the saints who are memorialized on the church walls and/or buried in the churchyard. Reception: randall@stpetersphila.org St. Peter's Church, 313 Pine St.; Reservations requested for reception: randall@stpetersphila.org. Free. 2/27. 5 pm.

The Met: Live in HD - Adams' Nixon in China Encore showing of the Metropolitan Opera's February performance. Symphony Hall, 23 N. Sixth St., Allentown; 610-432-6715. $22; $20 seniors; $15 students. 3/2. 6:30 pm.

African Dance

Students of all ages and levels learn history and techniques of Guinean, Malian and Senegalese dance traditions. Art Sanctuary, 628 S. 16th St.; 215-232-4485. $10; $5 members.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Dance company that promotes the uniqueness of black cultural expression & the enrichment of American modern dance. The Academy of Music, Broad & Locust Sts.; Box Office: 215-893-1999. www.alvinailey.org/. $26-$72.

Blind Date: Part 1 Five musicians & five dancers are paired up in concert w/people they haven't worked with previously. Christ Church Neighborhood House, 20 N. American St. www.blindspot2011.org. $13 advance; $15 day of show. 2/27. 7:30 pm.

Escape Velocity Dance Company Works choreographed, performed & produced by Ursinus students. Ursinus College - Kaleidoscope Performing Arts Center, 601 Main St., Collegeville; evdt@ursinus.edu. $5; $2 students and seniors.

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

Loca Latin Dance Party Dance lessons, music by DJ Clave, Zumba show, & performances by visiting Latin dance teams. KatManDu, 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton; 609-393-7300. $8.

Los Straitjackets Wearing Mexican wrestling masks, Los Straitjackets play energetic, instrumental surf rock, although their most recent effort features vocals from many special guests. Sellersville Theater 1894, Main St. & Temple Ave., Sellersville; 215-257-5808. www.straitjackets.com/. $25. 2/26. 8 pm.

Moving Parts/megfoley: Match vs. Match Philadelphia-based dance company that was founded in 2007 by Meg Foley. Christ Church Neighborhood House, 20 N. American St. movingpartsdance.org. $13 advance; $15 day of show.

Oscuro Quintet Accordion/piano/strings ensemble who present a contemporary take on tango music. Painted Bride Art Center, 230 Vine St.; 215-925-9914. www.oscuroquintet.com. $10. 2/27. 7 pm.

Pennsylvania Ballet: Swan Lake One of the world's most popular ballets, 'Swan Lake' features a gorgeous score by Tchaikovsky. The Academy of Music, Broad & Locust Sts.; Box Office: 215-893-1999. www.paballet.org. $20-$139.

Pilobolus Pilobolus creates human sculptures using daring physicality & raw athleticism. Annenberg Center - Zellerbach Theatre, 3680 Walnut St.; Box Office: 215-898-3900. www.pilobolus.com/. $24-$48.

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

Subcircle Subcircle specializes in dance pieces that seek to engulf audiences in created environments. Christ Church Neighborhood House, 20 N. American St. www.subcircle.org. $13 advance; $15 day of show.

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

Cirque Eloize: iD

'ID' blends art & circus acts with hip-hop & breakdance elements. Lehigh University - Zoellner Arts Center, 420 E. Packer Ave., Bethlehem; 610-758-2787 (7LU-ARTS).

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. $32-$38.

Sharon McNight Tony-winning performer best known for her Sophie Tucker tribute, 'One Hot Mama.' Bob Egan's New Hope Supper Club and Cabaret, 6426 Lower York Rd., New Hope. www.sharonmcnightmusic.com/. $30 cover; $25 food and drink minimum. 2/26. 8:30 pm.