479 stories by "Cameron Kelsall"
Stalwart Philadelphia performers chronicle their decades-long friendship in 'Sisters!,' a virtual cabaret
produced by Arden Theatre. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
In a strong streaming production from Arden Theatre Company, Nilaja Sun's 'No Child…' explores the power of art and compassion. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
In parts 1 and 2 of our One Year Later series about the pandemic and Philly theater, Cameron Kelsall explored the first closures, and productions in lockdown. Now, the community prepares for…
George Gershwin and Duke Ellington take their place beside Stravinsky in the latest digital offering from the Philadelphia Orchestra. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
In part 1 of our One Year Later series, Cameron Kelsall spoke with Philly artists about the moment shutdowns began. Now, he looks at what emerged as the shutdowns lasted for the next 12 mont…
The streaming regional premiere of Dominique Morisseau's 'Pipeline' showcases the pluck and polish of South Camden Theatre Company. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
Through their partnership with Audible, Williamstown Theatre Festival presents the world premiere of Sanaz Toosi's play, a chronicle of female friendship against the backdrop of the Iranian …
After a pandemic cancellation last season, pianist Richard Goode returns to Philadelphia Chamber Music Society with a striking program of Bach, Beethoven and Debussy. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
Maulik Pancholy superbly embodies more than 40 characters in George Street Playhouse's 'Fully Committed,' but Becky Mode's restaurant comedy shows its age in uncomfortable ways. Cameron Kels…
A year after theaters around the country suspended in-person performances due to the pandemic, Cameron Kelsall speaks with Philadelphia theater artists about looking back and moving forward.
The Philadelphia Orchestra's latest program brings together chamber-sized wind compositions by Mozart and Valerie Coleman. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
Courtney Bryan's 'Blessed,' the second of four digital commissions from Opera Philadelphia, is a stirring exploration of Christian theology and present-day activism. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
Pianist and Curtis professor Michelle Cann offers a passionate and technically flawless account of Florence Price's Concerto in One Movement with the Philadelphia Orchestra. Cameron Kelsall …
'Steal Her Bones,' a world premiere from InterAct Theatre Company, offers a compelling portrait of human bonds and the complicated nature of belief. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
Soprano Michelle Bradley made a distinctive recital debut with Philadelphia Chamber Music Society, singing a wide-ranging program with elegance and flair. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
Following her appointment as principal guest conductor of the Philadelphia Orchestra, Nathalie Stutzmann makes her first appearance leading Beethoven on the Digital Stage. Cameron Kelsall re…
Lantern Theater's digital production of 'Molly Sweeney' tells the simple but striking tale of a blind woman whose life is upended when her vision is restored. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
A benefit performance of the Julia Child-inspired 'Bon Appétit!' for Opera Philadelphia highlights the arresting artistry and comic chops of mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton. Cameron Kelsall revi…
In 'Ohio State Murders,' playwright Adrienne Kennedy uses tragedy to explore the lingering effects of racism on personal relationships and society at large. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
'UNDERGROUND,' a co-production of EgoPo Classic Theater and Lawrence Theatre Company, updates Dostoyevsky to contemporary Philadelphia. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
Actor Jefferson Mays offers a thrilling, one-person 'Christmas Carol' as a benefit for theaters
across the country. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
Philadelphia Theatre Company brings 'The Wolves,' a stunning portrait of adolescent self-discovery, to the digital stage. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
An online festival dedicated to the life and legacy of playwright Adrienne Kennedy commences with 'He Brought Her Heart Back in a Box,' a lyrical and brutal chronicle of interracial romance …
Philadelphia Chamber Music Society's reimagined fall season brings live recitals from world-class artists, like pianist Jeremy Denk, directly to viewers at home. Cameron Kelsall considers.
Philadelphia playwright James Ijames makes his Steppenwolf Theatre Company debut with 'What Is Left, Burns,' an engrossing, elliptical digital play. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
