Clybourne Park The story of a house, a neighborhood & the colorful assortment of people who dwelt there over the course of 50 years. Closes 3/25. Arden Theatre, 40 N. 2d St.; 215-922-1122. $29-$45.
Curse of the Starving Class Dark comedy about a farm family dealing with financial ruin & ruthless debt collectors. Closes 4/8. Wilma Theater, 265 S. Broad St.; 215-546-7824. $46-$56; $41-$51 seniors; $23-$28 ages 20-29 with ID.
Cyrano New translation of Edmond Rostand's classic love story. Closes 4/15. Arden Theatre, 40 N. 2d St.; 215-922-1122. $40-$45.
Disenchanted: Bitches of the Kingdom Riotously clever take on the princess culture. Closes 3/17. St. James Hall, 8306 Brookside Rd., Elkins Park; 484-886-1869. hopeplayers.com. $15.
East Lynne Theater Company: Sherlock Holmes' Adventure of the Norwood Builder A lawyer is suspected of murder, but it may be a set-up. Performed in the style of a '30s radio show. Closes 3/17. First Presbyterian Church of Cape May, 500 Hughes St., Cape May; 609-884-5898. www.eastlynnetheater.org. $25; $15 students; free 12 and under.
Fela! Tony-winning musical about Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti. Closes 3/25. Academy of Music, Broad & Locust Sts.; Box Office: 215-893-1999. $20-$100.
God of Carnage Tempers flare when 2 sets of parents meet to discuss their children's misbehavior. Closes 4/29. Walnut Street Theatre, 825 Walnut St.; 215-574-3550. $10-$85.
Iron Age Theatre: Fool for Love Old arguments resurface when former lovers try to come to terms with their past. Closes 3/25. Montgomery County Cultural Center - Centre Theater, 208 DeKalb St., Norristown; Box Office: 610-283-2230. ironagetheatre.org. $20.
Lotsa Lucky Leprechauns Four famous Irish stories about the wonderfully magical little people of Ireland. Closes 3/17. Broadway Theatre of Pitman, 43 S. Broadway, Pitman; Box Office: 856-384-8381. $7-$9.
Miss Jones & Mr. Piano Tuner The story of the relationship between an aging African American woman & an elderly Jewish piano tuner. Closes 3/18. Jewish Community Center - Klein Branch, 10100 Jamison Ave.; 215-698-7300. $12 advance; $15 day of show.
Miss Lilly's Seance Parlor Immersive theatrical experience w/Ouija board session & round-table seance w/simulated ghostly visitors. Ongoing. Mill Race Arts Center, 26-28 White St.., Mount Holly; Reservations required: 609-850-8189. www.misslillyseance.com. $20.
Motherhood the Musical Playful look at the ups & downs of motherhood. Ongoing. Society Hill Playhouse, 507 S. 8th St.; Reservations required: 215-923-0210. www.motherhoodthemusical.com/. $45.
New City Stage Company: Terrorism 6 interconnected scenes provide insight on the collective uncertainty of daily life. Closes 3/25. Adrienne Theatre, 2030 Sansom St.; 215-563-7500. newcitystage.org. $24-$26; $22 seniors and students.
Noises Off Michael Frayn's witty backstage farce. Closes 4/1. Broadway Theatre of Pitman, 43 S. Broadway, Pitman; Box Office: 856-384-8381. $25.
Of Mice & Men John Steinbeck drama about a pair of migrant workers who yearn to buy & farm their own piece of land. Closes 3/25. People's Light & Theatre Company, 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern; 610-644-3500. $25-$45; $25-$42 children 17 and under.
Rodgers & Hammerstein's A Grand Night for Singing Annual fund-raising show performed by DCT's Adult Wing. Closes 3/25. Delaware Children's Theatre, 1014 Delaware Ave., Wilmington; Box Office: 302-655-1014. $25; $15 seniors and children.
Romeo & Juliet Shakespeare's tale of an ill-fated romance between a couple from feuding families. Closes 4/1. Lantern Theater at St. Stephen's Theater, 10th & Ludlow Sts.; 215-829-0395. $28-$36; $25-$33 seniors; $18-$26 students.
Shipwrecked! Colorful tales of exotic adventures around the globe. Closes 4/15. People's Light & Theatre Company, 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern; 610-644-3500. $25-$35; $25 children 17 and under.
Something Wicked This Way Comes 2 friends set out to investigate a sinister carnival that's come to town. Closes 3/24. Allens Lane Art Center, 601 W. Allens Ln.; Box Office: 215-248-0546. $18 advance; $20 day of show.
Steel Magnolias The story of the friendship between 6 Southern women as they cope w/life's ups & downs. Closes 4/8. Bristol Riverside Theatre, 120 Radcliffe St., Bristol; 215-785-0100. $10-$45.
The Children's Hour Drama about the consequences of a schoolgirl's whispered lie. Closes 3/31. Ritz Theatre Company, 915 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn; 856-858-5230. $25-$35.
The Comedy of Errors Cases of mistaken identities plague 2 sets of twins after they're separated in a shipwreck. Closes 4/29. Hedgerow Theatre, 64 Rose Valley Rd., Media; 610-565-4211. $20.
Travesties Tom Stoppard comedy on some of the 20th century's most unique revolutionary minds. Closes 4/1. Princeton University - McCarter Theatre, 91 University Pl., Princeton; 609-258-2787. $20-$60.
A Winnie-the-Pooh Birthday Tail Pooh & pals help Eeyore look for his missing tail. Closes 3/24. Hedgerow Theatre, 64 Rose Valley Rd., Media; 610-565-4211. $11; $9 children.
Act 3 Children's Theatre: Alice in Wonderland Short adaptation of the Lewis Carroll book. Closes 5/3. DeSales University, 2755 Station Ave., Center Valley; Labuda Box Office: 610-282-3192. $8.
American Theater Arts for Youth: Alice in Wonderland Stage adaptation of Lewis Carroll's book. Closes 3/24. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-563-3501. www.atafy.org. $13.50-$16.
American Theater Arts for Youth: Ellis Island Musical exploring the challenges of immigration & celebrating the country's multicultural foundation. Closes 3/20. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-563-3501. www.atafy.org. $13.50.
Beauty and the Beast Stage version of Disney's 'Beauty and the Beast' based on the Academy Award winning movie. Closes 3/17. Mount Pleasant High School, 5201 Washington St. Ext., Wilmington; www.mphsdrama.com. $12; $8 children, students and seniors.
Disney's Beauty & the Beast Musical based on the Disney movie. Closes 3/17. Kingsway Regional High School, 201 Kings Highway, Swedesboro. $10; $5 children under 10.
Ken Kaplan: Finn McCool & Other Tall Tales Delaware Valley-based storyteller & children's entertainer performs a variety of original & classic tales. Closes 3/17. Appel Farm Arts & Music Center, 457 Shirley Rd., Elmer; 856-358-2472. $8.
The Adventures of Peter Rabbit Stage adaptation of the Beatrix Potter story. Closes 3/24. Ritz Theatre Company, 915 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn; 856-858-5230. $10.
The Wizard of Oz Dorothy, the Tin Man & friends embark on an adventure through a magical land. Closes 3/24. Footlighters Theater, 58 Main Ave., Berwyn; Box Office: 610-296-9245. $15.
25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Hilarious & often moving Broadway musical comedy. Closes 3/17. United Methodist Church - Narberth Community Theatre, 206 Price Ave., Narberth; Box Office: 610-352-4823. $14-$17.
Arsenic and Old Lace Closes 3/24. Eagle Theatre, 208 Vine St., Hammonton; 609-704-5012. $20.
Avenue Q: School Edition Student-friendly rendition of the original Avenue Q production utilizing actors & puppets. Mature content. Closes 3/17. Cedarbrook Middle School, 300 Longfellow Rd., Wyncote; 215-881-6427. $10.
Crowded Kitchen Players: Death Takes a Holiday Death disguises himself as a mortal in order to learn why people are so attached to life. Closes 4/1. McCoole's Arts & Events Place, 10 S. Main St., Quakertown; 610-395-7176. www.barliebwallace.com. $8-$18.
Jesus Christ Superstar This rock opera chronicles the last days of Jesus of Nazareth, including his betrayal by Judas Iscariot, in a stirring musical score. Closes 3/25. Harriton High School, 600 N Ithan Ave., Bryn Mawr; www.htc.tix.com. $10.
Lunch and Play: Life of Jesus Annual play performed during 10:45 am worship service & again at 2 pm. Free sandwiches, salads & desserts 12:30 pm. Closes 3/18. Willow Grove United Methodist Church, 34 N. York Rd., Willow Grove. Free.
Number the Stars A young Danish girl comes to realize the dangers her Jewish countrypeople are facing during WWII. Closes 3/28. Haddonfield Plays & Players, 957 E. Atlantic Ave., Haddonfield; 856-429-8139. $10.
On Golden Pond Funny & touching tale about a spirited couple facing their twilight years. Closes 3/17. Forge Theatre, 241 First Ave., Phoenixville; Box Office: 610-935-1920. $12; $10 students 18 and under.
On the Town Bernstein musical about 3 sailors who spend a leave day adventuring in NYC. Closes 3/17. Annenberg Center - Harold Prince Theatre, 3680 Walnut St.; 215-898-6701. www.sas.upenn.edu/theatrearts. $10.
Over the River & Through the Woods An elderly couple scheme to keep their grandson from moving out of the neighborhood. Closes 3/31. Players Club of Swarthmore, 614 Fairview Rd., Swarthmore; TheaterMania: 866-811-4111. $15; $8 students.
Picasso at the Lapin Agile Comedy from Steve Martin. Closes 3/31. Wilmington Drama League, 10 W. Lea Blvd., Wilmington; Box Office: 302-764-1172. $17; $14 seniors and students; $10 children under 12.
Red Herring Spy film spoof in which American agents search for a not-so-bright Russian man. Closes 3/24. Colonial Playhouse, Ridley Ave., Clifton Heights; Box Office: 610-622-5773. $11-$12; $6 under 12.
Terra Nova Ted Tally's drama about English explorer Robert Scott's doomed Antarctic expedition. Closes 3/25. Morrisville Heritage Center, 635 N. Delmorr Ave., Morrisville; Reservations required: 215-428-0217. www.actorsnetbucks.org. $20; $17 seniors; $10 under 12.
The Game of Love & Chance An engaged couple who've never met each decide to pose as a servant in order to observe each other's behavior. Closes 3/24. Off-Broad Street Theatre, 5 S. Greenwood Ave., Hopewell, NJ; Reservations required: 609-466-2766.
The Rainmaker Romantic tale of idealism & hope, set in the American dust bowl. Closes 3/18. Old Academy Players, 3540-3544 Indian Queen Ln.; Box Office: 215-843-1109. $15.
The View From Here Margaret Dulaney's Kentucky-set comedy. Closes 3/17. Players Club of Swarthmore, 614 Fairview Rd., Swarthmore; TheaterMania: 866-811-4111. $10.
The Wizard of Oz Closes 3/17. Lenape High School, 235 Hartford Rd., Medford; 609-654-5111. www.lrhsd.org. $10 advance; $12 day of show.
Classical Music
Chamber Music at Bournelyf: The Festive Brass Brass quartet performing music from Renaissance to ragtime. Church of the Loving Shepherd, 1066 S. New St., West Chester; 610-692-5662. Donation suggested: $15. 3/18. 3-5 pm.
Colin Howland, Organist Howland is director of music & arts at the Park Cities Presbyterian Church in Dallas. Ursinus College, 601 E. Main St., Collegeville; 610-409-3000. Free. 3/18. 4 pm.
Copeland String Quartet Featuring four Delaware Symphony Orchestra players. The Highlands Mansion & Gardens, 7001 Sheaff La., Fort Washington; Reservations required: 215-641-2687. www.copelandstringquartet.com. $25; $45 for 2 concerts. 3/18.
Drexel Percussion Ensemble Drexel students perform. Drexel University - Mandell Theater, 33d St.; Box Office: 215-895-2787. Free. 3/16. 7:30 pm.
Drexel University All-College Choir & String Orchestra Music from Handel's 'Messiah,' the musical 'Chicago' & more. Drexel University - Main Auditorium, 3141 Chestnut St. Free. 3/16. 7:30 pm.
Eboni Strings Philadelphia-based string quartet performs a diverse repertoire. Ethical Society of Philadelphia, 1906 Rittenhouse Square; 215-668-6479. www.ebonistrings.com. $20 advance; $25 day of show. 3/17. 8-9:30 pm.
George Winston Self-described "rural folk piano" player. Colonial Theatre, 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. www.georgewinston.com. $24.50-$34.50. 3/22. 8 pm.
Lansdowne Symphony Orchestra One of the oldest community orchestras in the area. Upper Darby Performing Arts Center, 601 N. Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill; Box Office: 610-622-1189. www.lansdowneso.org. $18; $15 seniors; $5 students. 3/18.
Master Class With Eugenia Zukerman, Flutist Zukerman shares her expertise w/several local high school students. Westminster Choir College of Rider University, 101 Walnut Lane, Princeton; 609-497-0020. www.princetonsymphony.org. Free. 3/17. 2-3 pm.
Philadelphia Orchestra: A Grand Tour Concert of works by Rossini, Prokofiev & Mendelssohn w/Gianandrea Noseda conducting & Juliette Kang featured on violin. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-893-1999. www.philorch.org. $24-$124. 3/16, 3/17, 3/18.
Philadelphia Orchestra: Memories of Prague Concert of works by Mozart & Dvorak, w/James Conlon conducting. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-893-1999. www.philorch.org. $24-$124. 3/22.
Princeton Symphony Orchestra: Shakespearean Drama Concert of works by Mendelssohn, Tchaikovsky, Liebermann & Prokofiev, w/Rossen Milanov conducting. Princeton University - Richardson Auditorium, Nassau St. & University Pl., Princeton; 609-258-5000. princetonsymphony.org. $25-$68. 3/18. 4 pm.
Vox Ama Deus: Bach Birthday Bash All-Bach concert w/'live notes' from conductor Valentin Radu. Gladwyne Presbyterian Church, 1321 Beaumont Dr., Gladwyne. voxamadeus.org. $25; $20 seniors; $10 students. 3/18. 5 pm.
West Chester University Harp Ensemble's Celtic Music Recital Proceeds to benefit the Friends of Silver Lake Nature Center. Silver Lake Nature Center, 1306 Bath Rd., Bristol; 215-785-1177. $5. 3/19. 6-7 pm.
Abington Friends School Chamber Singers: Dido & Aeneas Purcell's opera with instrumental accompaniment by the Broad Street Quartet, plus ballet interludes. Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill, 8855 Germantown Ave.; 215-247-8855. Free. 3/18. 4-5:30 pm.
Academy of Vocal Arts Opera Orchestra: Jubilate! Sacred vocal music from 3 centuries performed by AVA soloists, New Jersey MasterChorale & AVA Opera Orchestra. St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 104 Louella Ave., Wayne; 217-735-1685. $40; $35 seniors; $25 age 30 and under; $10 students. 3/17. 7:30 pm. Also Church of the Holy Trinity, 1904 Walnut St.; 3/18. 7 pm.
Act-2-4-U Features an array of entertainers & rare inside look at producing Broadway smash hits from Act II's producing artistic director Bud Martin. Act II Playhouse, 56 E. Butler Ave., Ambler; Reservations required: 215-654-0200. $45. 3/19. 7 pm.
Amici Opera: Cavalleria Rusticana Dinner & opera performance of Mascagni's opera. Franco's High Note Cafe, 1549 S. 13th St.; 215-224-0257. $45 includes dinner. 3/21. 6 pm.
Amici Opera: King Arthur Amici Opera performs its 100th different opera in 13 years, Chausson's 'King Arthur.' Holmesburg United Methodist Church, 8118 Frankford Ave.; 215-224-0257. $22 advance; $25 day of show; $22 seniors; $15 students; $10 children 12 & under. 3/18.
Curtis Opera Theatre: Elegy for Young Lovers New production of composer Hans Werner Henze's opera. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-893-1999. www.curtis.edu. $20-$130. 3/16, 3/18.
Drexel University Chorus Winter Concert: Mozart's Requiem Drexel Chorus & Chamber Singers will perform with a full professional orchestra. Drexel University - Main Auditorium, 3141 Chestnut St. Free. 3/18. 3-4:30 pm.
Singing Circle for People Impacted by Cancer Join other singers led by composer, performer & educator Julia Haines. No talent is necessary, just a willingness to have fun. Cancer Support Community of Philadelphia (formerly the Wellness Community of Philadelphia), 4100 Chamounix Dr.; Reservations required: 215-879-7733. Free. 3/20.
St. Peter's Church Choir: From Here to Eternity Concert compares & contrasts Renaissance & contemporary sacred choral music. St. Peter's Church, 313 Pine St. Free. 3/18. 5 pm.
The King's Singers Vocal sextet from Britain. Princeton University - McCarter Theatre, 91 University Pl., Princeton; 609-258-2787. $20-$52. 3/19. 8 pm.
Dance
Bop Class Beginner-level class on the dance genre known as bop. Atrium Dance Studio, 4721 N. Crescent Blvd., Pennsauken. $10. 3/21.
Ceili Dance Weekly sessions organized by John Shields & Cass Tinney. The Commodore Barry Club (The Irish Center), 6815 Emlen St.; 215-843-8051. 3/21.
Club Bellydance Bellydancers perform up close in an intimate club style setting. First Unitarian Church, 2125 Chestnut St.; www.club-bellydance.com. www.bellydancesuperstars.com/club. $20-$25. 3/18. 7:30-10 pm.
Dakshina/Daniel Phoenix Singh Dance Company This group blends classical Indian & modern artistic traditions. Haverford College, 370 Lancaster Ave., Haverford; Reservations required: 215-557-0455.. Free. 3/17. 3 pm.
DanceBrazil Traditional capoeira melded with contemporary twists. Annenberg Center - Zellerbach Theatre, 3680 Walnut St.; Box Office: 215-893-3900. www.dancebrazil.org/. $20-$50. 3/22.
Indigenous Pitch Dance Collective: Reflexions A dance performance reflecting outreach work of IPDC. The Performance Garage, 1515 Brandywine St.; 610-642-4630. $5-$20. 3/22.
Loca Latin Dance Party Lessons, music by DJ Clave, Zumba show, & performances by visiting teams. KatManDu, 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton; 609-393-7300. $8. 3/21.
Michael Flatley's Lord of the Dance Stage production bringing together Celtic music & dance in an exploration of Irish folklore. The DuPont Theatre, 1007 N. Market St., Wilmington; 1-800-338-0881. www.lordofthedance.com/. $35 and up. 3/20, 3/21, 3/21, 3/22.
Moscow Festival Ballet: Cinderella Russian company performs Prokofiev's masterpiece ballet. Lehigh University - Zoellner Arts Center, 420 E. Packer Ave., Bethlehem; 610-758-2787. $26-$42. 3/17. 8 pm. Also Stockton Performing Arts Center, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway; 609-652-9000. $25-$40. 3/19. 7 pm.
NIA - The Joy of Movement for People Impacted by Cancer Dance, martial arts & healing arts combine in NIA. Cancer Support Community of Philadelphia (formerly the Wellness Community of Philadelphia), 4100 Chamounix Dr.; Reservations required: 215-879-7733. Free. 3/20.
Pennsylvania Ballet: Messiah Ballet set to Handel's masterpiece. Academy of Music, Broad & Locust Sts.; Box Office: 215-893-1999. www.paballet.org. $20-$140. 3/16, 3/17.
SCUBA: Ledges & Bones Dance Project Choreographers Gabrielle Revlock and Holly Johnston. Temple University - Conwell Dance Theater, N. Broad St. & W. Montgomery Ave. $10-$20. 3/16, 3/17.
Spirit of Uganda Uganda children perform traditional dances & drumming. Annenberg Center - Zellerbach Theatre, 3680 Walnut St.; Box Office: 215-893-3900. $20-$60. 3/16. 7:30 pm.
St. Patrick's Day Live bagpipe music, dancing & a performance by Eryn Shewell. Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau St., Princeton. 3/17. 7 pm.
Traditional Irish Music Session Features local set & step dancers & musicians. Those who play instruments are welcome to join in. Plough & The Stars, 123 Chestnut St.; 215-733-0300. Free. 3/18.
Other performances
Christine Ebersole Tony-winning performer who has appeared in numerous Broadway & TV shows. Princeton University - McCarter Theatre, 91 University Pl., Princeton; 609-258-2787. $15-$48. 3/17. 7:30 pm.
