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Mayara Pineiro tops the symbolic staircase in Ducker's 'This Divide.' (Photo by Alexander Iziliaev.)

Pennsylvania Ballet presents 'Petite Mort and World Premieres'

Petite Mort, big impact

The Pennsylvania Ballet visited a contemporary favorite and premiered two new works by Andrea Miller and Russell Ducker. Merilyn Jackson reviews.
Merilyn Jackson

Merilyn Jackson

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(Photo by Jessica Griffin/Philadelphia Orchestra.)

Philadelphia Orchestra presents Nézet-Séguin and DiDonato

Music from the Champs-Élysées to the Parkway

Mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato makes a stylish debut with the Philadelphia Orchestra in Chausson’s ‘Poème de l’amour et de la mer.' Cameron Kelsall reviews.
Cameron Kelsall

Cameron Kelsall

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Ilona and Amalia take their (very) sweet time musing about life and love. (Photo by Paola Nogueras.)

Villanova Theatre presents 'She Loves Me'

Few surprises, great ride

Villanova Theatre's 'She Loves Me' ably shows that this old musical delivers more than seems possible. Mark Cofta reviews.
Mark Cofta

Mark Cofta

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Erin Mackey and Kevin Massey's performances rise above their material. (Photo by Mark Garvin.)

Bristol Riverside Theatre presents Peter Kellogg and Stephen Weiner's 'The Rivals'

Back to the drawing room

Bristol Riverside Theatre’s musicalization of ‘The Rivals’ has Broadway in its sights, but the material doesn’t live up to its aspirations. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
Cameron Kelsall

Cameron Kelsall

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Mackenzie Gotcher thrilled as Roberto in 'Le Villi.' (Photo by Don Valentino.)

Academy of Vocal Arts presents Puccini's 'Suor Angelica' and 'Le Villi'

A lover spurned

Puccini’s rarely heard ‘Le Villi’ enchants at the Academy of Vocal Arts, but the more familiar ‘Suor Angelica’ falls flat. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
Cameron Kelsall

Cameron Kelsall

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James Kern's P and Jeff Gorcyca's A play the game of their lives. (Photo by Johanna Austin, austinart.org.)

Azuka Theatre presents JC Lee's 'warplay'

Mythbusting

Azuka Theatre's production of JC Lee's 'warplay' shows how the mythical can be personal, and vice versa, in a modern two-man exploration of a classic tale. Mark Cofta reviews.
Mark Cofta

Mark Cofta

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In Nottage's family drama, Father doesn't always know best. (Photo courtesy of South Camden Theatre Company.)

South Camden Theatre Company presents Lynn Nottage's 'Crumbs from the Table of Joy'

A healthy serving of early Nottage

Lynn Nottage's 'Crumbs from the Table of Joy' at South Camden Theatre Company serves up a satisfying family drama from the two-time Pulitzer Prize winner. Mark Cofta reviews.
Mark Cofta

Mark Cofta

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At its fall-season opener, SHARP premiered "Puzzle," by Diane Sharp-Nachsin and Joe Cotler. (Photo by Kylene Cleaver.)

SHARP Dance Company presents 'Façade'

Looking SHARP

SHARP Dance Company presented its fall program, which included a world premiere and some older favorites. Melissa Strong reviews.
Melissa Strong

Melissa Strong

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There's no better tribute to a teacher than a student who's as passionate about his performance as Haochen Zhang. (Photo by David DeBalko.)

Curtis Institute of Music celebrates Gary Graffman's 90th birthday

An institution salutes an institution

The Curtis Institute of Music celebrated the 90th birthday of teacher, musician, and pianist Gary Graffman with tributes from the orchestra and former students. Robert Zaller reviews.

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Seong-Jin Cho lived up to his well-deserved international reputation. (Photo by Harald Hoffman.)

Philadelphia Orchestra presents Brahms and Mozart with David Afkham and Seong-Jin Cho

Igniting the classics

David Afkham, conductor of the Spanish National Orchestra and Choir, led the Philadelphia Orchestra in an eye-opening performance of Brahms's First Symphony, with assistance from pianist Seong-Jin Cho. Linda Holt reviews.
Linda Holt

Linda Holt

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