Diversions: April 17-23

THEATER At Home at the Zoo The first play by out playwright Edward Albee is staged through April 19 at Suzanne Roberts Theatre, 480 S. Broad St.; (215) 985-0420.

Birdy The Centre Theater presents the story of two Philly boys who go to war, then try to come back home physically and mentally, through April 26, 208 Dekalb St., Norristown; (610) 279-1013.

Born Yesterday The Walnut Street Theatre presents one of America’s original screwball comedies about a business tycoon who goes to Washington, D.C., trying to break into the “special-interest” business with an ethically challenged senator, through April 26, 825 Walnut St.; (215) 574-3550.

Criminal Hearts The Walnut Street Theatre’s Innovation Studio on 3 presents a screwball comedy about a burglar and a jilted wife hatching a plot for revenge, through April 19, 825 Walnut St.; (215) 574-3550.

Fresh Fish Festival B. Someday Productions presents the second year of its short-play festival, through April 19 at The Walking Fish Theatre, 2509 Frankford Ave.; www.walkingfishtheatre.com.

Hot ’n Throbbing Luna Theater presents this noir detective drama for mature audiences, through May 2 at Walnut Street Theatre’s Studio 5, 825 Walnut St.; (215) 574-3550.

The Old Neighborhood The Players Club of Swarthmore Theater’s Second Stage presents three one-act comedies from David Mamet, through April 18, 614 Fairview Ave., Swarthmore; (866) 811-4111.

Passing By The gay comedy set in the 1970s about two men whose paths cross in a movie theater runs through May 3 at Shubin Theatre, 407 Bainbridge St.; (215) 627-1088.

Show/Tell The two short gay-themed dramas run April 18-May 2 at Shubin Theatre, 407 Bainbridge St.; (215) 627-1088.

Something Intangible Arden Theatre Company presents the world premiere by celebrated Philadelphia playwright Bruce Graham set in Hollywood circa 1941, through June 7, 40 N. Second St.; (215) 922-1122.

A Year with Frog and Toad Arden Theatre Company presents the revival of the smash-hit musical based on the Newbery- and Caldecott-honored children’s books by Arnold Lobel, through April 19 at 40 N. Second St.; (215) 922-1122.

MUSIC classical Masur Conducts The Philadelphia Orchestra presents conductor Kurt Masur leading a program of Brahms, Shostakovich and Strauss at 8 p.m. April 17-18 at Kimmel’s Verizon Hall, 260 S. Broad St.; (215) 790-5847.

Vivaldi: The Four Seasons and More Vox Ama Deus presents a concerti containing imitations of birds, animals and nature sounds, at 8 p.m. April 17 at Kimmel’s Perelman Theater, 260 S. Broad St.; (215) 790-5847.

Handel, Bach, Telemann The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia presents conductor and violinist Scott Yoo at 2:30 p.m. April 19 and 7:30 p.m. April 20 at Kimmel’s Perelman Theater, 260 S. Broad St.; (215) 790-5847.

88 Keys, A Big Band and A Voice Peter Nero and the Philly Pops perform with celebrated jazz vocalist Diane Schuur, April 19-26 at Kimmel’s Verizon Hall, 260 S. Broad St.; (215) 790-5847.

Denève Conducts The Philadelphia Orchestra presents the chief conductor of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra at 8 p.m. April 23 and 25 at Kimmel’s Verizon Hall, 260 S. Broad St.; (215) 790-5847.

MUSIC other The Cassidy Project The Antigone Rising singer performs at 10:30 p.m. April 17 at Tin Angel, 20 S. Second St.; (215) 928-0770.

Disco Biscuits The Philly-based jam band performs at 8 p.m. April 18 at the Electric Factory, 421 N. Seventh St.; (215) 627-1332.

Lily Allen The U.K. singer-songwriter performs at 8 p.m. April 18 at TLA, 334 South St.; (215) 922-1011.

The Traveling Rock N’ Roll Burlesque Show The Hot Rods and The Pretty Things Peep Show perform at midnight April 18 at Tin Angel, 20 S. Second St.; (215) 928-0770.

Kathy Mattea The Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter performs at 7 p.m. April 19 at The Grand Opera House, 818 N. Market St., Wilmington, Del.; (302) 652-5577.

No Fear Energy Music Tour Metal bands Lamb of God, Children of Bodom, God Forbid and As I Lay Dying perform at 7 p.m. April 19 at the Electric Factory, 421 N. Seventh St.; (215) 627-1332.

Of Montreal The glam-influenced alt-rock band performs at 8 p.m. April 22 at the Trocadero Theatre, 1003 Arch St.; (215) 922-5483.

EXHIBITS Abstract Reflections Edge Gallery present an exhibition featuring the works of the gallery’s entire stable of artists, through April 26, 72 N. Second St.; (215) 413-7072.

Assembled Abstractions AxD Gallery presents an exhibition of original paintings by Barbara Klein and Michael Smith, through April 25, 265 S. 10th St.; (215) 627-6250.

Collective Aphrodite Gallery, Philadelphia’s showcase for erotic fine arts, presents a staff art show through May 24 at Passional Toys, 620 S. Fifth St.; (215) 829-4986.

Cristo Redentor Proximity Gallery presents an exhibition by Philadelphia native and cityscape artist Anthony A. Ferrara, through April 26, 2434 E. Dauphin St.; (267) 825-2949.

Figure Fleisher/Ollman gallery presents a solo exhibition of the work of Philadelphia artist Bruce Pollock through May 9, 1616 Walnut St., Suite 100; (215) 545-7562.

Impressions of an Age: Ukiyo-e Prints from the Berman Collection The Philip and Muriel Berman Museum of Art at Ursinus College presents an exhibition of woodblock print (ukiyo-e) art made popular during Japan’s Edo Period, through April 17, 601 E. Main St., Collegeville; (610) 409-3500.

Ion Zupcu: Works on Paper Gallery 339 presents an exhibition of still-life photography, through May 16, 339 S. 21st St.; (215) 731-1530.

L’arte d’alluminar Haverford College Library Special Collections presents an exhibition of illustrations of Dante’s “Divine Comedy,” through April 22, 370 Lancaster Ave., Haverford; (610) 896-1161.

Making Arrangements Wexler Gallery presents a solo exhibition of new sculptural works by the Vancouver-based ceramic artist Dirk Staschke, through April 25, 201 N. Third St.; (215) 923-7030.

The Many Faces of Stereotypes Verdadism Art Gallery hosts an exhibition of New York-born artist Soraida’s new series of drawings, through April 30, 220 S. Berlin Road, Lindenwold, N.J.; (856) 346-3131.

Pulp Function Fred Beans Gallery at Michener Art Museum presents a wide variety of artistic expressions using handmade paper pulp, recycled paper, paper cuts, cardboard, papier-mâché and folded paper, through June 28, 138 S. Pine St., Doylestown; (215) 340-9800.

Sendak on Sendak The Rosenbach Museum and Library hosts an exhibition exploring the work of gay artist/author Maurice Sendak, through May 3 at 2008-10 Delancey Place; (215) 732-1600.

Victory for Tyler 2009: Sculpture Ice Box Project Space presents the second in a series of biennial exhibitions to benefit the Tyler School of Art’s Exhibitions and Public Programs department, through April 26, 1400 N. American St.; (215) 923-6552.

Yuichi Hibi: Neco Gallery 339 presents Hibi’s photographic exhibition that evokes the menace, beauty and mystery of urban landscapes at night, through May 16, 339 S. 21st St.; (215) 731-1530.

DANCE Opus 1 Contemporary Dance Choreographers Lina McMenamin and Tim Early present works featuring the music of The Gypsy Kings, Bach, Radiohead and more, at 8 p.m. April 18 and 2 p.m. April 19 at Painted Bride Arts Center, 230 Vine St.; (215) 925-9914.

Jeanne Ruddy Dance Ninth Season Featuring Martha Clarke The guest choreographer brings her avant-garde works to Philadelphia through April 26 at The Performance Garage, 1515 Brandywine St.; (215) 569-4060.

FILM Indiana Jones Marathon Day 2 “The Last Crusade” and “Kingdom of the Crystal Skull” are screened at noon and 2:30 p.m., respectively, April 18 at The Colonial Theatre, 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville; (610) 917-0223.

The Man in the White Suit The 1950s comedy is screened at 2 p.m. April 19 at The Colonial Theatre, 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville; (610) 917-0223.

4:20 Double Feature “Grandma’s Boy” and “Pineapple Express” are screened at 8 p.m. April 20 at the Trocadero Theatre, 1003 Arch St.; (215) 922-5483.

BOOKS Christina Pirello The author of “This Crazy Vegan Life” hosts a book discussion at noon April 18 at Central Library, 1901 Vine St.; (215) 686-5322.

R. Angel West The poet and author of “Life, Love & Loss” hosts a book event at 5:30 p.m. April 18 at Giovanni’s Room, 345 S. 12th St.; (215) 923-2960.

ETC Brian Reagan The clever comedian performs at 8 p.m. April 17 at the Tower Theatre, 19 S. 69th St., Upper Darby; (610) 352-2887.

Tommy Davidson The comic and actor from “In Living Color” performs April 17-18 at Helium Comedy Club, 2031 Sansom St.; (215) 496-9001.

12th Air Hot Male Burlesque DJ Dutch spins as Vanessa Sterling hosts the event from 10 p.m.-2 a.m. April 17 at 12th Air Command, 254 S. 12th St.; (215) 545-8088.

Flight of the Conchords The New Zealand comedy duo performs at 8 p.m. April 18 at the Tower Theatre, 19 S. 69th St., Upper Darby; (610) 352-2887.

Jell-O Wrestling: The She Devils Everybody’s favorite after-dinner treats get down in some Jell-O from 9 p.m.-2 a.m. April 17 at Sisters, 1320 Chancellor St.; (215) 735-0735.

Chicago Party: 20 years in the biz! A benefit for Denise Cohen’s 20th year in the business kicks off with a special “Chicago” movie revue featuring Denise and the Sirens from 8 p.m.-2 a.m. April 18 at Sisters, 1320 Chancellor St.; (215) 735-0735.

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