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Category: Interviews

Features Interviews Theater

A Champion of Magic: Alex McAleer on reading minds and performing magic

Debra Danese May 29, 2018 No Comments

McAleer will be appearing with four other world class magicians in Champions of Magic at the Merriam Theater June 20-24

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All Things Must Pass: Orbiter 3 members consider their finale

Christopher Munden May 15, 2018 No Comments

In the end, the plays you produce are greater than the plays you don’t

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Abracadabra: Jonathan Weir appears in ALADDIN

Debra Danese May 15, 2018 No Comments

Jonathan Weir is set to return to Philadelphia as the villainous Jafar in Disney’s ALADDIN.

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My Favorite Things: Local actor Danielle Lee James appears in THE SOUND OF MUSIC tour

Debra Danese April 16, 2018 No Comments

The hills are alive with the sound of Danielle Lee James!

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“I Can’t Kiss Myself Alone”: The Wit and Retro Style of Berlin’s Max Raabe and His Palast Orchestra. Interview by Henrik Eger

Henrik Eger April 10, 2018 2 Comments

One of Germany’s most popular singers launches his North American tour this week.

View More “I Can’t Kiss Myself Alone”: The Wit and Retro Style of Berlin’s Max Raabe and His Palast Orchestra. Interview by Henrik Eger
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We Come to Rock: Local SCHOOL OF ROCK star talks about the touring production

Debra Danese March 26, 2018 No Comments

Doylestown native and Penn State grad Liam Fennecken is ready to rock and roll in the high octane musical SCHOOL OF ROCK.

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Back to Prison: Playwright Kash Goins on his reprised play V to X at Arden Theatre

Christopher Munden March 15, 2018 1 Comment

Kash Goins talks to Phindie about the new production of his acclaimed prison drama and the Arden’s coming season.

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Paul is Live: Interview with the fab star of RAIN: A Tribute to the Beatles

Debra Danese March 14, 2018 No Comments

An accomplished musician, Paul Curatolo’s love of the Beatles has driven him to master the character of McCartney.

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Remembering TIME REMEMBERED: Interviews with the IRC cast

Henrik Eger February 24, 2018 No Comments

Henrik Eger talked to the IRC cast about their production of Jean Anouith’s play.

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Why Wait? Director Ken Marini talks about Quintessence Theatre’s brilliant WAITING FOR GODOT

Henrik Eger February 22, 2018 4 Comments

Quintessence Theatre’s production of WAITING FOR GODOT just closed. Henrik Eger spoke to the director about his background and his experiences directing Samuel Beckett’s classic.

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SOMETHING ROTTEN in Philadelphia: Philly natives return with the touring production

Debra Danese February 20, 2018 No Comments

Philadelphia natives Rob McClure and Maggie Lakis are returning home for SOMETHING ROTTEN.

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Frankenstein’s Author: Jennifer Summerfield on her new show MARY SHELLEY

Christopher Munden January 10, 2018 No Comments

This month, actor Summerfield showcases another side of her talents with MARY SHELLEY, a solo performance she created for rare book museum the Rosenbach.

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Dreamed a Little Dream Come True: Phoenix Best stars in Les Mis

Debra Danese December 31, 2017 No Comments

Philadelphia native, Phoenix Best, comes full circle as she prepares to return to the area in the touring production of Les Misérables.

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Mister in THE COLOR PURPLE: Gavin Gregory talks about the touring production

Debra Danese December 7, 2017 No Comments

Gavin Gregory takes on the gritty role of “Mister” in the current North American tour of THE COLOR PURPLE.

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Dance Features Interviews

Dance History Onstage: Pioneering dancers Brigitta Herrmann and Manfred Fischbeck in BEAUTIFUL DECAY

Christopher Munden November 29, 2017 No Comments

Nicolo Fonte’s choreography for Beautiful Decay includes parts for two older dancers, Brigitta Herrmann and Manfred Fischbeck. Sketches by Chuck Schultz.

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FINDING NEVERLAND with Lael Van Keuren: Interview with star of the touring musical

Debra Danese November 20, 2017 No Comments

Lael Van Keuren and the cast of Finding Neverland fly into Philadelphia over the Thanksgiving holiday.

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Singing VAREKAI: Jamieson Lindenberg on the Cirque du Soleil show

Debra Danese November 20, 2017 No Comments

Jamieson Lindenberg is just one of 50 artists from 19 different countries who will be performing in Cirque du Soleil’s VAREKAI at the Liacouras Center…

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Abigail Mentzer
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The Voice Which Calls To Me: Abigail Mentzer returns to Philly with THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA

Debra Danese October 29, 2017 No Comments

Abigail Mentzer makes her return to Philadelphia as a ballerina in the national tour of The Phantom of the Opera.

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Challenges, Chances, Changes—Gender Equity in Concert Dance: Interview with Helen Pickett

Eri Yoneda October 24, 2017 1 Comment

Renowned choreographer Helen Pickett talks about her experience as a dancer and choreographer and her vision for younger people in the dance world

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Features Interviews Music

America’s Diva Comes to Philadelphia: An interview with Renée Fleming

Cameron Kelsall October 11, 2017 No Comments

Renée Fleming has been at the forefront of classical music for three decades.

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