289 stories by "Gail Obenreder"
The Brandywine River Museum of Art takes a high-flying look at the work of Ralston Crawford with 'Air & Space & War.' Gail Obenreder reviews.
Looking inward by looking back, the early music trio Filament presents 'Music for an Inner World,' a concert of 16th and 17th-century works, in the Arthur Ross Gallery at the University of P…
Looking inward by looking back, the early music trio Filament presents 'Music for an Inner World,' a concert of 16th- and 17th-century works, in the Arthur Ross Gallery at the University of …
The Crossing's 2021 Month of Moderns program finished this month with 'At which point,' a live performance in Germantown's Awbury Arboretum, featuring music by Ayanna Woods, Wang Lu, and Dav…
For its Classics VI concert, Delaware Symphony Orchestra honored composer Claude Baker with its annual A.I. duPont Composer's Award. Gail Obenreder reviews.
For its Classics VI concert, Delaware Symphony Orchestra honored composer Claude Baker with its annual A.I. duPont Composer's Award. Gail Obenreder reviews.
Piffaro's latest virtual musical presentation, 'Fuguing from Obrecht to Bach,' chases melody, mystery, and musical conversations. Gail Obenreder reviews.
'Philadelphia Builds,' architectural historian Michael J. Lewis's latest book, is a new look at this old city, just in time for everyone who's sick of their own four walls. Gail Obenreder re…
Resident Ensemble Players closes its audio-streaming season with an Agatha Christie double-bill to delight Hercule Poirot devotees: 'The King of Clubs' and 'The Cornish Mystery.' Gail Obenre…
Opera Philadelphia concludes its 2021 digital series with 'We Need to Talk,' an exciting collaboration between composer Caroline Shaw and poet Anne Carson. Gail Obenreder reviews.
The Delaware Symphony Orchestra continues its distanced season with a livestream of rich musical narratives from Smetana, Wagner, and Tchaikovsky. Gail Obenreder reviews.
Abigail Adams's famous "remember the ladies" letter returns to Philly for the first time since she sent it to her husband in 1776, and composer Melissa Dunphy gives it new life. Gail Obenred…
My stars, it's 'Arsenic and Old Lace,' the latest audio production from Resident Ensemble Players. Gail Obenreder reviews.
'Visca L'Amor,' a new recording at the University of Delaware, restores a trove of Catalan musical treasures. Gail Obenreder reviews.
David T. Little's 'Soldier Songs' is adapted into a disturbingly luminous film by Opera Philadelphia, directed by and starring an indomitable Johnathan McCullough. Gail Obenreder reviews.
Piffaro's 'Music for 12th Night' showcased 17th-century mystery, mastery, and music. Gail Obenreder reviews.
A Christmas Carol is an onstage holiday staple, but this year, have a listen thanks to the audio production from the University of Delaware's Resident Ensemble Players. Gail Obenreder review…
Piffaro and carilloneur Janet Tebbel are ringing all the bells in their excellent season opener, which makes the most of video. Gail Obenreder reviews.
A pandemic doesn't stop the artists of The Crossing, who continue to innovate across necessary spaces. The group's latest interdisciplinary works include 'In Nature' and 'One Day I Saw.' Gai…
The 2018 documentary 'Every Act of Life,' seeing a resurgence following Terrance McNally's death from COVID-19 complications earlier this year, is a wonderful look into the life and career o…
Leaders of a major reinstall at the Delaware Art Museum talk with Gail Obenreder about how commentary from their visitors is driving a whole new look at the galleries.
With four striking exhibitions, and more to come, Delaware Contemporary reopens with a spotlight on three beguiling artists alongside a new community feature. Gail Obenreder reviews.
OperaDelaware made its first foray into pandemic-era performance with 'Drive-Through Arias,' a three-performance program featuring a trio of singers bringing opera's greatest hits to the par…
'Carthage,' the latest recording from The Crossing, dwells on spirituality and doubt and musical riches. Gail Obenreder reviews.
Turning off or turning on the TV is one way to get through. Rob Walker suggests something else. Gail Obenreder reviews 'The Art of Noticing.'
