Theatre Review: 'An Ideal Husband' Still Funny 100+ Years Later
"An Ideal Husband" is Oscar Wilde's dramatic masterpiece which originated in 1895 and has been playing, more or less, ever since.
Watch CBS News
"An Ideal Husband" is Oscar Wilde's dramatic masterpiece which originated in 1895 and has been playing, more or less, ever since.
Jessica Chastain stars in both of the weekend's top box office draws, 'Mama', and 'Zero Dark Thirty.'
Artistic director and conductor Peter Nero says one of the highlights of the show is jazz pianist Marcus Roberts, who will perform Rhapsody in Blue.
The best thing about the film is the sense of humor that it sustains throughout, some of it raucous, some of it low-keyed -- until the bloodbath in the third act.
Al Pacino will play Joe Paterno in a movie about the late Penn State football coach.
The strike was called Wednesday evening because, the union claims, their jobs are being threatened.
Look for these mainstream titles to open on theatre screens during the first few months of 2013.
Although the film has the surface elements that should make for a diverting entertainment –- watchable cast, plenty of plot, conflict galore –- the gears never quite mesh.
First-time director Dustin Hoffman knows enough about acting to allow his seasoned British thespians to do their thing by staying out of their way.
'Zero Dark Thirty' topped the box office on the first weekend since the announcement of the Oscar nominations.
Gangster Squad is a high-octane true-crime drama – a Pulp Nonfiction wannabe -- that chronicles the activities of the special unit created by the notoriously corrupt LAPD to lead its fight to keep East Coast Mafia types out of Los Angeles in the 1940s and 1950s.
"A Haunted House" is a sorry sendup of the popular and legitimately disturbing quartet of "Paranormal Activity" chillers and other found-footage flicks.
That diner is the Llanerch, in Upper Darby, where outdoor and indoor scenes were filmed for "Silver Linings Playbook" back in October of 2011.
Anthony Ariemma says taking out the brochures, which feature a picture of only a woman's face and lips, violates the First Amendment.
After the hottest May day ever recorded in Philadelphia history, Wednesday may be a repeat with record highs in the mid-to-upper 90s in spots.
Chris Rabb won a competitive Democratic primary for the U.S. House of Representatives seat representing part of Philadelphia.
Jefferson Methodist Hospital in South Philadelphia remains closed Wednesday because of a power outage.
Former teacher Bob Harvie won the Democratic primary in Pennsylvania's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Bob Brooks won the Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat representing the Lehigh Valley, CBS News projects. He will attempt to flip the seat blue in the general election.
Chris Rabb won a competitive Democratic primary for the U.S. House of Representatives seat representing part of Philadelphia.
Jefferson Methodist Hospital in South Philadelphia remains closed Wednesday because of a power outage.
Former teacher Bob Harvie won the Democratic primary in Pennsylvania's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Bob Brooks won the Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat representing the Lehigh Valley, CBS News projects. He will attempt to flip the seat blue in the general election.
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, one historian is marking the occasion with a journey along the Underground Railroad.
Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
A jury found Paul Caneiro guilty in February of murdering his brother, sister-in-law, niece and nephew before setting their New Jersey mansion on fire in 2018.
Crews are searching for a swimmer who went missing in Ocean City, New Jersey, on Monday night, the Coast Guard said.
Scientists are buzzing about Triantha x novacaesariensis, a newly identified plant found in New Jersey's Pine Barrens.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
A Delaware man is in custody after he barricaded himself and started a fire inside a Wawa store on Limestone Road, police say.
A New Castle County, Delaware, refinery is starting repairs that could increase its sulfur dioxide emissions levels past permitted limits.
At 108 years old, Susan Young Browne still exercises, drives and visits the Dover, Delaware, senior center she's been a member of for more than 50 years.
Delaware State University students are taking off from Chandelle Airport in Dover as they work to become future Army aviators.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
Research from Thomas Jefferson University could help ID a new way to improve poor sleep and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
Life is back to normal for 21-year-old Gianna Parrillo-Shennard, whose life was saved by Jefferson Health's mobile stroke unit.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
NAMI Montgomery County is hosting a mental health awareness and fundraising walk for the organization's free mental health programs.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Photos by HughE Dillon
Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
A Delaware woman died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-95 in South Philadelphia Tuesday night while her 4-year-old daughter was in the backseat, state police said.
A serious crash in Hainesport, New Jersey, forced Route 38 to close Thursday night.
Chase Burns shines for the Cincinnati Reds, striking out nine in six innings during a 4-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Bryson Stott hit a two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning and Jhoan Duran worked a 1-2-3 ninth as the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to five games with a 5-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
On Monday, May 18, the merchandise tent at Aronimink Golf Club is open to the public for one day of last-minute shopping, where all remaining items are 50% off.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club brought roughly 200,000 golf fans to Newtown Square, Delaware County.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Call Your Mother, a Washington D.C. based bagel and deli chain, now has the keys to Metropolitan's Rittenhouse Square location.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is embracing a statue it once kept at arm's length.
The "Dog Days Are Over" for the Flyers, but their return to the playoffs comes at the cost of the Florence + the Machine concert.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
CBS Philadelphia's In Your Corner will be offering free debt advice from experts in a live event Thursday, May 21. Financial counselors from the nonprofit Money Management International will be on hand to answer your questions. Josh Sidorowicz shares a look ahead to the event.
Philadelphia police responded to F Street and Allegheny Avenue on Wednesday morning for a reported crash. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.
CBS News has projected Pennsylvania State Rep. Chris Rabb as the winner of the Democratic primary for the state's 3rd Congressional District. Meanwhile, vote counting is continuing at the city's election warehouse in Northeast Philadelphia. Wakisha Bailey reports.
A power outage caused by a burst pipe led to evacuations at Jefferson Methodist Hospital in South Philadelphia on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. Sources told CBS News Philadelphia at one point, the temperature in the intensive care unit reached 88 degrees. Brandon Goldner reports.
Wednesday could be another record-setting day with hot temperatures before potential gusty thunderstorms that usher in cooler air. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.