It’s been an exciting time for Kennett Symphony Music Director Michael Hall. After two years of not being able to perform because of COVID, the orchestra got back on stage in January. “It was great,” he said. “The feelings were positive, and the audience was receptive. People said it was great to have live music again.” Now Hall and 25-30 of his orchestra members are…
There truly is an endless source of inspiration to be found in the gorgeous vistas of the Brandywine Valley. Beloved by artists for centuries for the soft rolling hills, hidden ponds, and enticing trails, the area continues to create beauty, both in person and reflected via art. Nowhere can that be found more this month than at the new exhibit at Gallery 222 in Malvern.…
As the dull days of winter finally start to fade away, bright art shows and fun events are ready to launch! Galleries throughout the Brandywine Valley have new exhibits starting over the next few weeks. Take advantage of the last days of chilly weather to check them out. Don’t forget to check the gallery’s website or call ahead for updated safety measures. The Art Trust…
The first part of the Longwood Reimagined project is ready for the public. Longwood Gardens redesigned Orchid House is open to the public as of Saturday, Feb. 26. Trish Evans, Longwood’s public relations director, said there will be a familiar feel to the room. “We brought back the original grandeur…We redid the orchid house as it was originally designed in the 1920s.” The redesign allows…
An exciting pair of exhibits is bringing vivid new perspectives to the Chester County Art Association this month. Curated to showcase local black artists as part of the celebration of Black History Month, the exhibits feature creators located in and near the Brandywine Valley. Both shows are on display through March 2nd. “A Black Thread Through Time: A Personal Journey of Black Artists” is an…
Chadds Ford Elementary School will present its 73rd annual Art Show and Sale from March 18 through March 19, 2022. We are excited once again to host the time-honored event at Chadds Ford Elementary School. There is no admission fee for this event. This year’s Featured Artist is Rick Phillips, and our Donating Artist is Stephen Brehm. The event will showcase more than 60 local…
A new exhibit at the Brandywine River Museum of Art celebrates the work of Wayne Thiebaud, who died on Christmas Day at the age of 101. While many of the pieces in the new BRM exhibit feature cakes, pastries, and other sweet treats and might bring to mind Andy Warhol’s painting of a soup can, Thiebaud’s art goes far beyond that. Thiebaud, (pronounced TEE-boh) painted…
For the first time in more than two years, the Kennett Symphony is fulfilling its raison d'être by performing live and in person on Jan. 30. The performance is scheduled for 3 p.m. at Unionville High School. After two years of being shut down because of COVID, the orchestra is coming out of the gate this Sunday with Aaron Copeland’s Fanfare for the Common Man,…
Art is ready to show up in 2022! Galleries around the Brandywine Valley have new shows for the new year. With emerging artists, past favorites, and unusual mediums, the exhibits brighten the dark days of winter. Don’t forget to check the gallery’s website or call ahead for updated safety measures. The Chester County Arts Association, as always, brings in the new year with vibrant exhibitions.…
There is so much more than meets the eye in Chester County. No one knows that better than Constance McBride, who for the past two years wrote the Art Live column for Chadds Ford Live. A ceramic sculptor herself, McBride was surprised to find a thriving art scene when she moved to the area. “Aside from the Wyeths, I wasn’t familiar with the Brandywine Valley…
Opening on February 6, and running through April 10, 2022, the Brandywine River Museum of Art will present Wayne Thiebaud 100: Paintings, Prints, and Drawings. Highlighting the full range of this iconic American artist’s work made over 70 years, the exhibition features a spectacular selection of his paintings, watercolors and prints. Created on the occasion of Thiebaud’s 100th birthday, the exhibition now also serves as a fitting…