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Chris Anthony's Eraste and Mary Martello's Madame Argente can't save Ives's material from itself. (Photo by Mark Garvin.)

Lantern Theater Company presents David Ives's 'The Heir Apparent'

The heir down there

The Lantern Theater's solid production of David Ives's 'The Heir Apparent' can't rescue the 1708 French comedy from its own thin humor. Mark Cofta reviews.
Mark Cofta

Mark Cofta

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Ebony Pullum (left, with Jessica M. Johnson's Celie) gives a star-making performance as Shug Avery. (Photo by Alex Medvick.)

Theatre Horizon presents 'The Color Purple: An American Musical'

What about love?

Theatre Horizon’s outstanding production of ‘The Color Purple’ breaks new ground with familiar material. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
Cameron Kelsall

Cameron Kelsall

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Mark Lazar reprises his annual role as the Dame — this time, playing Ella's dear, departed mother Hazel. (Photo by Mark Garvin.)

People's Light presents Kathryn Petersen and Michael Ogborn's 'Cinderella: a Musical Panto'

Back from the ashes

Over 15 years, People's Light's annual musical panto has nurtured a unique identity that's becoming a beloved tradition. Its delightful 'Cinderella' makes the case. Mark Cofta reviews.
Mark Cofta

Mark Cofta

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Haïm's "radiant enthusiasm" led one of the orchestra's finest programs. (Photo by Marianne Rosenstiehl.)

Philadelphia Orchestra's 'Music for the Royal Fireworks,' with Emmanuelle Haïm and Lenneke Ruiten

Sweet, spritely Baroque

French conductor Emmanuelle Haïm and Dutch soprano Lenneke Ruiten led the Philadelphia Orchestra in an enchanting evening to remember. Linda Holt reviews.
Linda Holt

Linda Holt

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Audiences adore Greer's "easygoing charm." (Photo by Ashley Smith, Wide Eyed Studios.)

Arden Theatre Company presents 'Every Brilliant Thing'

Brilliant performance, questionable play

Scott Greer shines in ‘Every Brilliant Thing,’ back at the Arden, but the play itself only skims the surface of a difficult topic. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
Cameron Kelsall

Cameron Kelsall

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Lyam David-Kilker's Oliver and Jacob Entenman's Artful Dodger look pretty good, all things considered. (Photo by Shawn May.)

Quintessence Theatre Group presents Lionel Bart's 'Oliver!'

Gruel and unusual punishment

Quintessence Theatre Group puts a high-concept gloss on ‘Oliver!’, but some of the musical’s more questionable themes remain unexamined. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
Cameron Kelsall

Cameron Kelsall

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Myers's "Pacing" culminated in a "striking visual experience." (Photo by Julieanne Harris.)

Kimmel Center and Philadanco present 'Choreographers on the Move'

Four on the floor

The Philadelphia Dance Company (Philadanco) presents past works and world premieres by two of its most beloved choreographers: Milton Myers and Christopher L. Huggins. Camille Bacon-Smith reviews.
Camille Bacon-Smith

Camille Bacon-Smith

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Jemma Bleu Greenbaum's Matilda leads a band of "revolting children." (Photo by Mark Garvin.)

Walnut Street Theatre presents Roald Dahl's 'Matilda the Musical'

Out of her way!

Walnut Street Theatre's holiday treat, 'Matilda the Musical,' features fine performances and agile direction. Gail Obenreder reviews.
Gail Obenreder

Gail Obenreder

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Sintu, Nitai, and Dr. Soma Roy during the documentary's filming. (Photo courtesy of University of Pennsylvania South Asian Center.)

Penn's South Asia Center presents 'Until and Unless'

Out of Bengal's shadows

The documentary 'Until and Unless' takes the viewer into West Bengal's LGBTQ+ world, as brave people fight for the repeal of India’s longstanding anti-sodomy law. Courtenay Harris Bond reviews.
Courtenay Harris Bond

Courtenay Harris Bond

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Brian Sanders JUNK's works brought a sense of humor to the stage. (Photo by Contigo Photos + Film, Stephanie Ramones.)

Koresh Dance Company presents the fifth annual 'Come Together Dance Festival'

Coming together in style

The 'Come Together Dance Festival' continues to grow in its fifth year with wide-ranging performances and opportunities to spot new (and established) talent. Melissa Strong reviews.
Melissa Strong

Melissa Strong

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