The historic Colonial Theatre presents Ted The Fiddler’s Semi-Annual Big Time Birthday Bash!

This year features the talents of Will Hodgson & Ray Atkins—Founding Members of the Mighty Manatees band. Ray is now the Genius behind the new James Taylor Tribute band One Man Dog. With a special appearance by Randy Wagner on Bass Guitar. And who knows what other shenanigans may present themselves.

This show is essentially a Jam session by some of the best musicians in the area that Ted has performed with over the years. They have now been playing music together off and on for the past 40-some years.

The Colonial is a non-profit organization, and this is a way that Ted can contribute. Proceeds will benefit the theater.

• Performance: Monday, Dec 23 2024, 8 p.m. at the 1903 Theatre
• Tickets: General Admission: $20, Member $18, Veteran/ Senior/ Children (Under 13): $10 at Ted the Fiddler’s Big Time Birthday Bash » The Colonial Theatre

About Colonial Theatre:

Originally built in 1902, the Colonial is the last surviving of the theatres that once existed in the borough and is the only theatre of its kind in Chester County. The theatre, originally named the Colonial Opera House, debuted its inaugural stage performance in 1903 and was home to live stage shows by Harry Houdini and Mary Pickford, vaudeville acts, and musicals. The Colonial Theatre not only survived both World Wars and the Great Depression but became a national treasure after appearing in several scenes in the 1958 release of the sci-fi horror classic The Blob. 

After renovating and expanding into the adjacent former National Bank of Phoenixville building in 2017, the Colonial now consists of three theatres housed in two connected historic buildings. The older wing of the Colonial Theatre houses the box office and the 658-seat 1903 Theatre, one of only a few theatres left across the country equipped for both 35mm and 2K digital projection. The treasured 1903 Theatre offers a stunning, one-of-a-kind experience for moviegoers or live event attendees. Guests can walk the same aisles as vaudeville greats and film stars of days gone by.  

The most updated wing, the former bank, houses the 174-seat White Rabbit Theatre and the intimate red luxe 65-seat Berry Theatre. Both theatres are equipped for 2k digital projection. The modern, swanky White Rabbit Theatre space boasts retractable seats, allowing for a flexible venue that can be used as a black box theatre or open auditorium. The updated wing also houses rental spaces, the main concession stand, and the bar. Programming at the Colonial includes classic, art, and independent film  howings, live concerts, comedy shows, and a variety of community events. 

The Colonial Theatre (227 Bridge Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460), is situated in the heart of downtown Phoenixville.  

Award-winning jazz pianist Rossano Sportiello returns to Tri-State Jazz! He last appeared in September 2022. He brings his eclectic style of pianism that blends classical training with jazz and stride. He has performed with many of the world’s finest jazz luminaries, including Clark Terry, Kenny Davern, Bucky Pizzarelli, Harry Allen, Bill Charlap, Dick Hyman, and many others, in venues such as Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, Town Hall, the Blue Note, Birdland, and Feinsteins, to name a few.