“Fantasia” in concert
The Philadelphia Orchestra presents Disney’s “Fantasia” in concert Friday through Sunday at Marian Anderson Hall in the Kimmel Center. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Friday and at 2 on Saturday and Sunday. The program features music from “Fantasia” and its sequel, “Fantasia 2000” performed live to film. The orchestra and its famed music director Leopold Stokowski played key roles in the original 1940 film. See ensembleartsphilly.org for tickets.
“Suffs” musical
The touring Broadway musical “Suffs” will be at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia starting Tuesday and continuing through Jan. 18. The show tells the story of the brilliant, passionate and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote. Created by Shaina Taub, the first woman to independently win Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Score in the same season, this new musical explores the triumphs and failures of a struggle for equality that’s far from over. See ensembleartsphilly.org for tickets.
Three Kings Day
Ensemble Arts Philly will present its family-oriented celebration of Three Kings Day, or Dia de los Reyes Magos,” on Wednesday at the Kimmel Center’s Commonwealth Plaza, event held annually at the Kimmel Center in the month of January since 2014. This tradition honors the visit of the Three Wise Men to baby Jesus, bringing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Just as Santa Claus brings gifts in other cultures, the Wise Men or Reyes Magos bring presents to children in Mexico and other Latin American countries. During this event, children can write letters to the Three Kings, enjoy performances, break piñatas and much more. All attendees get to sample Rosca de Reyes bread and warm Mexican chocolate. RSVP at ensembleartsphilly.org.
Ice racing
World Championship Ice Racing’s Crazy Train tour comes to the Santander Arena in Reading on Saturday at 7:30. This race features dirt bike and quad racers competing on a sheet of ice. For tickets, go to www.santander-arena.com/.
Newtown Theatre
On Saturday at 8 p.m., The Newtown Theatre in Bucks County presents Michael Patrick’s Ring of Fire Band paying tribute to Johnny Cash, one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. Patrick and his band have spent more than a decade performing Cash’s hits, and some of its members have shared the stage with some of Cash’s family members.
On Tuesday at 7:30 the theater is screening “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty” starring Ben Stiller. On Wednesday at 7:30 there will be a “pay what you wish” screening of Frank Capra’s 1934 classic comedy “It Happened One Night” starring Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert.
Learn more at https://www.thenewtowntheatre.com/.
Sellersville Theater
The following shows are coming to the Sellersville Theater in Bucks County:
The Gathering Gloom – The Cure Tribute, Friday at 8 p.m.
The Wankers – The Best of Britpop and Beyond, Saturday at 8.
Clapton Is God-frey featuring Godfrey Townsend & Friends, Sunday at 8.
Learn more at st94.com.
Kennett Flash
Tarkus: A Tribute to Emerson, Lake and Palmer comes to the Kennett Flash in Kennett Square on Saturday at 8.
Singer-songwriter Ellis Paul performs at the Kennett Flash on Sunday at 7.
Learn more at kennettflash.org/.
Sherrod Small
Comedian Sherrod Small returns to SoulJoel’s at the SunnyBrook Ballroom near Pottstown on Saturday at 8. Small is a comedian, writer, producer, actor, television personality and radio host known for witty commentary, quick improvisation and his views on politics, culture and everyday life.
See souljoels.com for tickets.
Ardmore Music Hall
Two shows featuring Candy’s Volcano are taking place Friday at the Ardmore Music Hall. First up is WXPN’s Free at Noon show. RSVP at xpn.org/free-at-noon/. At 8 Candy’s Volcano returns to the stage for the David Bowie Birthday Bash featuring many of the legendary performer’s hits.
Saturday is Southern Rock Night at Ardmore, featuring tribute bands playing the music of the Black Crowes, Tom Petty and the Allman Brothers Band. The show starts at 7:30.
Learn more at ardmoremusichall.com.
A “Record Riot” will take place Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Leesport Farmers Market in Ontelaunee Township, Berks County. The event features the collections of local record stores, independent dealers and more, with about three dozen tables filled with records, CDs and cassettes, including rare vinyl among the 30,000 selections.. For more information, contact recordriots@gmail.com or text or call 609-468-0885.
Holiday holdovers
People’s Light’s production of “A Christmas Carol” runs through Sunday at the theater in Malvern, Chester County. Learn more at peopleslight.org/.
The Festival of Trees is taking place at the Pearl S. Buck House in Perkasie through Saturday. The event showcases trees and vignettes designed by Bucks County artists, decorators and community groups to convey the spirit of Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Reserve a tour time by ordering tickets at pearlsbuckinternational.ticketspice.com/festival-of-trees-2025.
“Elf: The Musical,” an adaptation of Will Ferrell’s holiday movie classic, runs through Sunday at the Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope. See bcptheater.org/shows/elf-the-musical/ to learn more.
“A Longwood Christmas” runs through Jan. 11 at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square. Guests step into a shimmering world inspired by the brilliance of gemstones and the magic of the holidays. There will be brilliantly decorated trees and more than a half-million lights. Admission to the holiday display is by timed admission, with tickets purchased in advance for a specific date and time. Learn more at longwoodgardens.org.
Performances of the classic Broadway musical “Annie” continue through Sunday at the Media Theatre in Delaware County. Learn more at www.mediatheatre.org/.
The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum’s Nostalgic Christmas Trains exhibit is open every weekend through Jan. 11. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and noon to 4 Sundays. The museum is at 500 S. Third St., Hamburg, Berks County. Learn more at www.readingrailroad.org.