It’s the rare theater production that sells out before its run even begins; but that’s the case with Act II Playhouse’s next-up show, My Fair Lady, on stage starting April 24 and now running through June 3. The classic Broadway musical is specially ada... »
The 84th Annual Academy Awards are this Sunday, February 26. Like the Super Bowl, Phillies playoff games, Grammies and other big-ticket TV programs, it’s so much more fun to watch with a group, ideally well-supplied with delicious food and drink. In th... »
It’s a big foodie weekend, with Center City Restaurant Week’s winter 2012 edition kicking off, Marcie Turney and Valerie Safran’s new tapas spot Jamonera openings its doors a birthday cake contest in Peddler’s Village and more. For details on all of th... »
[Evenings in Philadelphia are always action-packed, and we want to help you cherry-pick from all the events and activities going on. On certain days that promise particularly bustling evenings, we round up our selections for the most can't-miss pursuit... »
“Charming” is the perfect word to describe Act II Playhouse’s latest production, Let’s Pretend We’re Married, running through January 22. A delightful cabaret-style musical comedy, Let’s Pretend We’re Married is a celebration of the world’s greatest an... »
It’s an arts-packed weekend, with the grand opening of Philadelphia photographer Zoe Strauss’ mid-career retrospective at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, theater shows aplenty, a few fun concerts at World Cafe Live and more. Plus, as always, it’s a del... »
Ambler’s first-ever Restaurant Week in July was such a huge success they’ve decided to run a winter edition. From Monday, January 16 to Sunday, January 22, eighteen Ambler restaurants will be offering great specials and prix-fixe menus. Some are also o... »
Celebrate Christmas Eve with the traditional Italian Christmas Eve dinner, known as Festa dei Sette Pesci, or Feast of the Seven Fishes. A custom that originated in Sicily, the dinner tradition has since spread throughout the rest of Italy as well as a... »
Act II Playhouse in Ambler is in full holiday mode with its presentation of the hilarious original variety show titled “Laughing All the Way.” Written by Act II regulars Will Dennis, Tony Braithwaite, Howie Brown and Sonny Leo (who are also the players... »
One of the best ways to enjoy the holiday season in Philadelphia is to take in one of the amazing theatrical performances running throughout the winter months. Philadelphia is home to more than 130 theaters, a fact few visitors or even locals are aware... »
“If ever there was a showcase for actors who have all the tools in the kit and then some, this is it,” says Harriet Power, director of Act II Playhouse’s latest offering, The Mystery of Irma Vep, which opened Friday night to a full house and a ton of l... »
In an article this past summer, AirTran’s GO Magazine included Philadelphia in an article entitled “The Secret Lives of Cities.” The piece aimed to please “those who want the scoop on the hidden spots in your city of choice,” from off-menu items and se... »
