Entertainment
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Doylestown Theater One of Many to Close After Regal’s Parent Company Files for Bankruptcy
A popular movie theatre in Bucks County is set to close after the chain’s parent company announces several closures due to bankruptcy. Staff writers from New Jersey 101.5 wrote about the closure. The Regal Barn Plaza, located on Easton Road in Doylestown, is set to close early this year. The closure is just one of…
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Former Doylestown Resident, Actor from ‘The Wire’ Remembered for His Long Career on the Big Screen
An actor from one of the most popular shows of all time once lived in the Bucks County area for many years. Naledi Ushe wrote about he actor for USA Today. Al Brown, an actor known for playing Col. Stanislaus Valchek on the hit television show “The Wire”, passed away last week at the age of…
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Newtown Resident, Former ‘Good Morning America’ Producer, Remembered for Her Long Career in Television
A Bucks County woman is being remembered for her contributions to the worlds of news and entertainment, as well has her amazing backstory. Frederica Gaffney, a Newtown resident, passed away on Jan. 6. A longtime resident of the Bucks County town, she also lived in Washington Crossing for many years. Born in Attleboro, Massachusetts in…
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Parx Casino Offers Cashless Payments, Gaming Through Wallet App for Clientele
A Bucks County casino has just updated its business practices in order to make customer’s experiences easy and more enjoyable. Angel Hristov wrote about the development for Gambling News. Customers at Parx Casino in Bensalem can now enjoy their time with cashless payments. The gaming house has launched cashless gaming on its casino floor thanks…
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‘Last Call,’ Film Comedy With Philly Suburb Ties, Continues to Stream on Paramount+
Last Call, a movie with deep area roots, continues streaming on Paramount+. The 2021 film is loosely based on the experiences of Upper Darby High School Class of 1990 graduate Greg Lingo, executive producer and co-writer with director Paolo Pilladi, reported Dawn Timmeney at FOX29 News. The film stars: Piven portrays Mick, a successful real…
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Eagles Teammates Tackled Their Charity Holiday Vocal Challenge in a Conshy Recording Studio
By now, news of the release of A Philly Special Christmas — a holiday recording from Phila. Eagles with vocal chops that range from legit (Jordan Mailata) to those more enthusiasm-based (Jason Kelce) — has almost eclipsed the team’s present 11–1 record. What’s lesser known may be the charity project’s Montgomery County connection, as reported…
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Seasonal Carols — Both Musical and Dickensian — Prove Worthy Draw in Lancaster County
The 2022 holiday entertainment scene in nearby Lancaster County is an opportunity for collar county residents who may have tired of local seasonal presentations to try something new. Two presentations are especially notable, one for its wholly unique setting, the other for a pricing model that will absolutely fit every budget. Illumination Experience this all-new…
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Sesame Place’s Upcoming Waterpark Attraction Set to be A Hit This Coming Summer
Bucks County’s most popular amusement park has just announced details about their new upcoming attraction for local and visiting children. Sesame Place, located in Langhorne, is one of the area’s most popular destinations, with people traveling around the country to experience America’s immersive Sesame Street experience. “Bert & Ernie’s Splashy Shores” was recently announced as…
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Quakertown Baseball Stadium Used as a Setting for the Filming of Amazon Prime Show
A popular television show recently utilized a Bucks County baseball field to record episodes of their historical and beloved story. Tom Chang wrote about the field and the show for Bleeding Cool. The popular Amazon Prime show A League of Our Own, starring Abbi Jacobson and filmed in Pittsburgh, was busy finding a baseball stadium…
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Theatre Horizon, Norristown, Blends Holiday Program with Reunion of Stellar Cast from ‘The Color Purple’
Norristown’s Theatre Horizon is celebrating the season at its annual holiday concerts, Dec. 9–11, with an interesting (and talented) twist. The 2022 edition’s creator-director is Barrymore Award-winning performer Jessica Johnson. Johnson, who starred as Celie in Theatre Horizon’s acclaimed 2018 production of The Color Purple, will be reunited with her former cast members for these this…
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Disinterested in Black Friday Shopping? Maybe Instead Play in a Pebble Beach Golf Tourney — Sans Huge Travel Costs
Black Friday shopping isn’t for everyone. Local golfers, for example, might want to swap the bag-toting crowds, jammed parking lots, and picked-over stock for nine holes on the famed Pebble Beach course. Best of all, meeting this challenge involves no weather delays, no sunburn, no tipping a caddy, and most appealing, no travel expenses to/from…
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Antique Store in Sellersville Set to Appear on “Pawn Stars”, Showcase Their Rare Finds
An antique store in Bucks County will soon be featured on one of the most popular television programs in the entire country. Michele Haddon wrote about the local shop in the Bucks County Courier Times. The Pickers Junction, located at 220 North Main Street in Sellersville, will be featured on an upcoming episode of The…
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Lancaster County’s Holiday Theatrical Season Gives Audiences Multiple Presents of Stage Presence
The Dec. Lancaster County entertainment scene offers sights, sounds, and story lines that can provide a welcome respite to the run-up to Santa’s big day. It’s a chance to set aside the chores and duties of the season, nestle into a comfortable seat, and surrender to the laughter, joy, and wonder of the season. The…
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Upcoming TV Episode of ‘Pawn Stars’ Filmed in West Chester
An episode of the popular History Channel reality television program, Pawn Stars, was filmed at a West Chester location, according to a staff report from The Daily Local News. Cast of the show stepped into the the American Helicopter Museum and Education Center back in August to check out everything the museum has to offer.…
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Dublin Borough to Bring Holiday Cheer With Family-Fun Festivities
A Bucks County borough will be bringing in the holiday cheer with festive events and Christmas fun in the next few weeks. Dublin Borough has announced that it will be setting up for the Christmas season very soon, with an array of family-fun events being planned for December. “Dublin Town Center will be Hosting the…
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Hulmeville Resident Grows His Army of Yard Zombies to 14, Spreading Halloween Fun in the Area
A Bucks County resident has been creating one of the best Halloween sites in the area on his front yard, a great Halloween spectacle. JD Mullane wrote about the spooky sight for the Bucks County Courier Times. Hulmeville resident Sage Werbock has a yard full of zombies, and keeps adding a new one every Halloween.…
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Yardley Playground Celebrates 30 Years of Fun with New Trees, Other Renovations
A Bucks County playground is celebrating three decades of family fun with a facelift, courtesy of the local township. Dino Ciliberti wrote about the park for the Yardley Patch. The Kids Kingdom Playground, located at 1100 Edgewood Road in Yardley, recently celebrated 30 years of its existence. In commemoration of the milestone, the park is…
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Yardley Native Discusses How He Landed His Role on ‘The Office’, Having Impostor Syndrome
Zach Woods, a Yardley native and a popular actor known for his roles in The Office, Silicon Valley, and Veep, got his lucky break when he met Allison Jones, a legendary comedy casting director. Marc Myers wrote about the local actor for The Wall Street Journal. Woods, who had conquered childhood OCD that had him…
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