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The Bridal Showcase/Wedding Expo at The Merion features wedding exhibits with everything you need for your wedding day. Enjoy seminars, tips and advice from the experts, DJ and musician showcases, fashion show with bridal fashions and tuxedos, and prizes from distributors. (Feb. 8, The Merion, 1301 Route 130, Cinnaminson, N.J., eventbrite.com/e/bridal-showcase-wedding-expo-the-merion-2-8-24-tickets-755725123187)
Vic DiBitetto is blue-collar comedy in a red sauce. Having created viral video characters like Tony Gaga, That Guy, Frankie Pentangelli, Fool by the Pool, and Ticked Off Vic, his Bread and Milk video comes back on TV, radio, and news outlets every time it snows. (Feb. 10, Keswick Theatre, 291 Keswick Ave., Glenside, Pa., keswicktheatre.com)
Known for her popular TLC reality series, “Long Island Medium,” Theresa Caputo has been sending spiritual energy from an early age and has since used it to deliver healing messages to help people learn, grow, and embrace life. As a practicing medium for over 20 years, she’s also written four books, started a podcast, and now tours the country. Check out Theresa Caputo Live! Celebrating 10 years of “The Experience” in Atlantic City. (Feb., 10, Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino Resort, 500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, N.J., theoceanac.com/entertainment/headliners/theresa-caputo)
Witness the ultimate musical dream team of Streisand and Sinatra – a never-before-seen spectacle featuring two of the most iconic musicians of all time, Streisand and Sinatra … Perfect Together!, features a 10-piece orchestra performing Streisand and Sinatra hits. (Feb. 11, Broadway Theatre of Pitman, 43 S. Broadway, Pitman, N.J., thebroadwaytheatre.org/show/streisand-and-sinatra-perfect-together)
Lou Galdo Presents “Sinatra & Rydell, starring Brandon Tomasello & Zach Taglioli with the City Rhythm Orchestra. The dinner and show bring the magic of Frank Sinatra and Bobby Rydell to life.
(Feb. 17, Galdo’s Catering and Entertainment, 1933 W. Moyamensing Ave., Philadelphia, Pa., sinatrarydell.com/?fbclid=I
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The Delaware Bridal & Wedding Expo is a unique, interactive event with food to taste, dresses to see, flowers to enjoy, and music for dancing. Get ideas and inspiration and meet a selection of wedding companies from bands to wedding cake decorators. (Feb. 18, Chase Center on the Riverfront,
815 Justison St., Wilmington, Del., debridalshows.com/about-the-show)
Grab your fiancé, family, and friends and head out to the ballpark for an afternoon of wedding planning fun and excitement. With over 100 wedding professionals exhibiting, the Citizens Bank Park Philadelphia Wedding Expo Indoor Event takes place in the luxury Hall of Fame Club Event Space. (Feb. 18, Citizens Bank Park, 1 Citizens Bank Way, Philadelphia, Pa., eventbrite.com/e/citizens-bank-park-philadelphia-wedding-expo-indoor-event-registration-726834570767)
The Andrea Bocelli show originally scheduled for Dec. 7 at Wells Fargo Center is rescheduled for Feb. 21. Some tickets remain. (Feb. 21, Wells Fargo Center, 3601 S Broad St, Philadelphia, Pa., wellsfargocenterphilly.com)
The Academy of Vocal Arts presents Benjamin Britten’s chamber opera, “The Rape of Lucretia.” Set in ancient Rome, the story chronicles Lucretia’s assault and the resulting trauma that destroys her. (Opens Feb. 17, Academy of Vocal Arts, 1920 Spruce St, Philadelphia, Pa., AVAopera.org)
Experience the enchanting melodies of world-renowned Italian guitarist and rising star Andrea Roberto. He will be teaching a master class which is free to observe and open to the public, but registration is required. Register as an auditor to sit in and hear what he has to teach the guest performers, or register as a performer for your chance to perform for him and have him critique your performance (a small tuition fee applies). (Feb. 24, Presbyterian Church of the Covenant, 503 Duncan Road, Wilmington, Del., visitwilmingtonde.com/event/andrea-roberto-(italy)-classical-guitar/45957/)
The Mario Lanza Museum presents a lecture presentation on Bel Canto, a style of singing, with examples from Sutherland, Horne, Pavarotti, Callas, Bergonzi and many more. (Feb. 24, Mario Lanza Museum, 1214 Reed St., Philadelphia, Pa., RSVP, mariolanzainstitute.org)
The Delaware Italian American Foundation holds its annual meeting and fundraiser. Honorees into the Order of Merit are Mark Holodick, Delaware Secretary of Education; Gina Altieri, executive vice president at Nemours Children’s Health; and The Nick Caggiano Family, of Nicola Pizza, Lewes, with special tributes to Steve Silicato, Dante Marini, and Phil Vavala. (Feb. 29, Executive Banquet & Conference Center, 205 Executive Drive Newark, Del., delawareitalians.org)
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