The Lion King is a classic for a reason, it’s arguably the best Disney movie of all-time with a powerful story and a sweeping score. At the Kimmel Center on the weekend of February 23rd, the Philadelphia Orchestra brought that score to life. The orchestra delighted audiences by playing the full film score as the movie, (sans music), played on a large screen behind them. The result was a majestic afternoon of live music that whole families could delight in.
The Lion King has remained a stalwart in popular culture in large part due to its …
Buenos Aires is a world class city that not too many Americans get a chance to visit. The capital of Argentina, this city is a vibrant tapestry of cultural histories coming together. While there are many tours that cover the basics, exploring a city with so much depth and history deserves unique and specific itineraries. That’s where Lunfarda Travel comes in. This boutique agency, founded by passionate local guide named Mariana Radisic Koliren, takes visitors beyond the traditional city highlights, offering a deep dive into the rich, yet often overlooked, cultural and social layers of this fascinating city.
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“Phone rings, door chimes,” in comes the national tour of Company to Philadelphia. The classic Stephen Sondheim musical is playing at the Forrest Theatre through December 10th. This production, winner of the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical, is a gem.
Reimagined by director Marianne Elliott with the support of Stephen Sondheim before his passing, this production gender-swaps a couple roles, notably the lead character. In the original, Bobby is a bachelor turning 35 and surrounded by his married friends, but in this production, Bobbie is a bachelorette. The other major change is swapping Amy into Jamie, …
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