Theatre Exile Opens Season with ‘Red’

South Philadelphia-based theater company Theatre Exile (1340 S 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147) announces a bold new season of thought-provoking productions, including an East Coast premiere, stories of Philly grit, and a six-time Tony Award-winning show. Now in its 28th season, Theatre Exile continues to present shows illuminating the complexities of the human condition, uplifting diverse voices, and reflecting themes of Philadelphia pride and passion. This season’s humor and irony-infused selection of shows challenges audiences to explore beyond their own perceptions and embrace each character’s personal journey through the author’s vision of art, culture, and history.

The new season begins Oct.24-Nov. 10 with playwright John Logan’s Tony Award-winning show “Red”. Six time Barrymore Award-winning ambassador of Philadelphia theatre, Scott Greer, portrays the critically acclaimed larger-than-life American abstract expressionist Mark Rothko as he grapples with balancing artistic integrity with the demands of commercial commissions. Set in Rothko’s 1950s New York City studio, the play highlights his battle between ideas and practicality, resonating with today’s necessity for younger artists to find their own voices while picking up where previous generations have left off. Near the end of his career, Rothko questions his place in the artistic world as his assistant pushes him to confront the next generation’s role in shaping the future of art.

In Logan’s production, the artist and his assistant Ken, played by emerging actor Zach Valdez, commit furious strokes to canvas while exchanging pointed and, at times, audacious critiques of pop art. Rothko has just received the biggest commission in the history of modern art to paint a series of murals for the Four Seasons restaurant, but does the assignment align with the authenticity of his work? What is the cost of artistic commercialism, and is the artist perpetuating his deepest fear that “…one day the black will swallow the red”?

The 2024/25 Theatre Exile Season Includes:

Philly GRIT by Various Philadelphia-area Playwrights

Productions TBD

Feb. 26 to March 9, 2025

Philly GRIT will end with Camp Cookie featuring Cookie D’iorio, Philadelphia-based drag performer, classically trained vocalist, songwriter, activist, and lover of all things sparkly! Camp Cookie is a speakeasy Cabaret filled with music, laughter, drinks, and of course.. cookies.

*East Coast Premiere*

Glitter in The Glass by R. Eric Thomas

Directed by Brett Ashley Robinson

May 29 to June 22, 2025

Chelle, a Black mid-career artist, has written a check that she’s not sure her talent can cash. When the city of Baltimore takes down the Confederate monument in the park across the street from her childhood home, she has an idea. She’ll apply for a grant to create a piece to replace it. Caught between the past, the present, and the future, Chelle, portrayed by Jennifer Kidwell, is catapulted into a journey that takes her back before the Middle Passage and out beyond the bounds of this planet.

Ticket Information

Audiences can choose from a variety of four-show Flex Pass Subscriptions for Theatre Exile’s season. With the subscription, patrons will receive four single tickets, one ticket per show, that can be used for any show date during the season. Single tickets for Theatre Exile’s upcoming productions are available for purchase starting at $10 per ticket.

For more information, visit theatreexile.org

Grace Morrison at Lansdowne Folk Club

Lansdowne Folk Club presents singer/songwriter Grace Morrison on Thursday, October 24, 2024.

Held at the Twentieth Century Club, 84 S. Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, PA, doors open at 7:00 PM and show begins at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $20 when purchased in advance online or with an advanced phone reservation and $25 without an advance reservation.

For reservations, parking information, advance ticket sales and more information visit website https://folkclub.org, email Lfolkclub@gmail.com or call (484) 466-6213. Only cash and checks accepted at the door.

Parking in front of the 20th Century Club is no longer available. We suggest parking on the side streets near the Club or at the Septa train station lot two blocks away. Street parking is available on Lansdowne Court (adjacent to the 20th Century Club) or on Dudley Ave, (across Lansdowne Ave. from the 20th Century Club). There is one ADA designated handicap parking spot behind the building, but additional handicapped parking can be made by emailing Lfolkclub@gmail.com in advance of the concert.

Born and raised on the shores of Cape Cod, Grace Morrison’s unique brand of “saltwater country” has established her as a confident, refreshing voice in country-pop. With performances at Nashville’s Bluebird Café and co-writes with multi-Grammy winner Lori McKenna (Humble and Kind) and hit songwriter Barbara Cloyd (I Guess You Had to be There) under her belt, Grace made a name for herself in 2022 at songwriter festivals from Massachusetts to Montana. During this stretch she gained further recognition and invitations to write with Dana Hunt Black (Check Yes or No), and Steve Dean (Round About Way).

Outwardly effortless and radio ready you might take for granted what makes Grace’s songwriting special. With musical influences ranging from Fats Domino’s rock and roll licks; the raw expression of jazz; Celtic ballads; and 90’s pop choruses – Grace delivers “three chords and the truth” in a package that is familiar and yet undeniably unique.

Grace Morrison is a mother, musician, renaissance faire performer, cranberry farmer, songwriter, and storyteller. With subjects ranging from Titanic to tantric; an “evening with” Grace will take you from the court of King Henry VIII to debauchery in Denver. With humor and raw honesty, audiences leave Grace’s shows with her songs stuck in their heads and their toes tired from tapping. Check her out at https://www.gracemorrison.com.

Other upcoming concerts include Craig Bickhardt and Jesse Terry on November 21, and Carla Ulbrich with Barry Rabin on December 5.

Founded in 1993, the Lansdowne Folk Club is a 501(c) (3) all volunteer non-profit corporation dedicated to presenting folk, acoustic and blues music.

Heart Space November Events

Heart Space at Seven Stones, 215 W Baker St., Media, PA, will host several events this fall.

Upcoming Events:

Click on the links for complete details.

Tuesday Nov 5 ~ 12 to 5 PM ~ Election Day Heart Space Labyrinth Walk

Tuesday Nov 5 ~ 6:30 to 7:30 PM ~ Breath Work Meditation/ Forgiveness Practice

Thursday Nov 7 ~ 7 to 8:30 PM ~ True River Sangha

Saturday Nov 9 ~ 10 to 10:45 AM ~ Qigong

Saturday Nov 9 ~ 2 to 3:30 PM ~ The
Language of Astrology
Please preregister by Friday 5PM

Sunday Nov 10 ~ 10 to 11 AM ~ Rise and Shine Yoga

Sunday Nov 10 ~ 2 to 4 PM ~ Women’s Ways Circle

New:
Wednesday Nov 13 ~ 7 to 8:30 PM ~ Intro to Shamanism
This is the 1st class of 4 – Nov 13, 20, Dec 11, 18.

Friday Nov 15 ~ 7 to 8:30 PM ~ Heart Space Drum Circle

Saturday Nov 16 ~ 7 to 8:30 PM ~ Sound Bath Journey with WindWave

Upcoming Shamanic Training in Heart Space

Each training is instructed and guided by Damini Celebre

Nov 23-24

Ancestral Healing from a Shamanic Perspective

In this workshop, you will learn to:

Connect with your Well-ancestors for guidance
Heal ancestral patterns
Allow your well-ancestors to be a trusted guide

$350 for the weekend 12-6p

Prerequisites: Intro to the Shamanic Journey or permission of instructor

Jan 18+19 2025

Shamanic Healing: Healing with spiritual Light

Healing with Spiritual Light is a shamanic based exploration, based on the work of Sandra Ingerman.

Using the power of Transfiguration we will learn tools to Heal Ourselves, Each Other, and the Earth

Learn potent healing tools and experience life-changing ceremonies. Using transfiguration, the practice at the heart. We learn to let divine light radiate through us to create positive change and enhance any shamanic work for inner and outer transformation.

Merge with the pure energy of your compassionate helping spirits
Connect to unlimited powers of the universe
Practice the ancient art of transfiguration
Stimulate your inner light to shine brightly
Shape-shift into your divinity
Experience states of love, light, and oneness
Learn grounding techniques
Use a drum or other instrument while transfiguring
Be a force for healing
Walk in your light

$350 for the weekend 12-6p

No Prerequisites

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April 26-27, 2025

Shamanism, Death & Dying:
This workshop heightens our spiritual understanding of death and dying and teaches ways to assist others as they approach transition. Class includes individual and group psychopomp.

You will learn:

The Shamanic perspective on dying and transition
Meet a power animal that will help you with this very deep work
Learn the guidelines of working with people dying
How to support energies that are stuck

$350 for the weekend 12-6p

Prerequisites: Intro to the Shamanic Journey or permission of instructor

Relive the Music and Magic of the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s

Get ready to travel back in time with a night of unforgettable music at the Oceanfront Arena inside the Wildwoods Convention Center. The Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce presents the 20^th annual ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s Weekend on Friday, Oct. 18 and Saturday, Oct. 19 in the Wildwoods, New Jersey. This two-day extravaganza celebrates the iconic eras of the 1950s and beyond, while also honoring the pivotal role the Wildwoods played in the birth of Rock ‘n Roll music.

The weekend kicks off on Friday night, Oct. 18 inside the Wildwoods Convention Center with a ‘50s Dance Party featuring The Cameos, who will have you dancing the night away to classic oldies. The Dance Party, reminiscent of the Sock Hops of the ‘50s and ‘60s, takes place 6:30-10:30 p.m. and admission is $20 per person.

Saturday, Oct. 19 will feature a full day of outdoor fun and music during the FREE Street Fair at Fox Park, located across from the Wildwoods Convention Center on Ocean Ave., from 11am to 5pm. The Street Fair will include live entertainment throughout the day featuring the great sounds of the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s with Animal House, Living Proof, and The Deck Band performing. Enjoy a variety of vendors offering memorabilia, merchandise, many delicious food options, and much more. A classic car show will be held at the circle in front of the Wildwoods Convention Center across from Fox Park from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The highlight of the weekend is the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s Concert taking center stage at the Oceanfront Arena in the Wildwoods Convention Center on Saturday, October 19 at 7 p.m. This star-studded musical lineup features Mr. Frankie Avalon performing hits like “Venus,” “Why,” “I’ll Wait for You,” and “Beauty School Drop Out.”

Also gracing the stage are The Lettermen, known for their classics, “Goin’ Out of My Head,” “The Way You Look Tonight,” “Put Your Head On My Shoulder,” “Theme From a Summer Place,” and “When I Fall In Love.”

The Shirelles starring Beverly Lee will captivate the audience with their melodies, including “Dedicated to The One I Love,” “Tonight’s The Night,” “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow,” and “Mama Said.”

The event is hosted by The Voice of Tribute, starring Tommy Cono as the voice of Frankie Valli, Lou Christie, Bobby Darren, and Frank Sinatra. Expect Tommy C. to sing timeless classics from each of these iconic artists. Doors open at 5 p.m. for the concert and an unforgettable night of music and nostalgia.

For those eager to secure their tickets or gather additional information, stop by the Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce at 3306 Pacific Avenue in Wildwood, visit www.Wildwoods.com, or call 609-729-4000. Tickets are also available through Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com and all Ticketmaster locations. A limited number of tickets will be available at the Wildwoods Convention Center Box Office the weekend of the event.

For additional information, visit www.gwcoc.org or call 609-729-4000.