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This week's quote comes from Tom Stoppard, who said in an interview: "I think theater ought to be theatrical ... you know, shuffling the pack in different ways so that it's – there's always some kind of ambush involved in the experience. You're being ambushed by an unexpected word, or by an elephant falling out of the cupboard, whatever it is." Now, on with the listings!

Leonard Bernstein has long held a place in our hearts as one of America's great composers and conductors. In honor of the 90th anniversary of his birth, the Philadelphia Orchestra, along with world- renowned soloists such as Joshua Bell and Jennifer Koh, has put together some truly timeless and innovative programs together for its Bernstein Festival, taking place from now until early February. In addition to celebrating Bernstein's music, the Philadelphia Orchestra also recognizes his influence on current composers with world premieres of works by one of today's great American composers, Jennifer Higdon. Even if you only know a few works by Bernstein, this festival has some wonderful gems that showcase all that American classical music has to offer.

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Seattlest has a talk with the photographer from last week's "Segway Mom" and then experiences some dissension in the ranks over the question of wine vs. beer. It's not West Side Story, but about as close as they'll get. They're also still waiting on some inbox relief after a spammer is arrested.

So, too, do most of the Puerto Ricans in , the show whose original cast featured Chita Rivera singing the song “America.” Now, on with the listings!

. It is not: “Alas, poor Yorick! I knew him well!” No no no. The verse doesn’t even work there. The monologue instead begins: “Alas, poor Yorick! I knew him, Horatio…” (You can find the rest of the monologue by performing a simple Google search for it. This was our “I feel lucky” hit.) Now, on with the listings!

It’s a quiet week in Philly Theater, as local companies wind down their seasons in preparation for the 2005/2006 seasons set to begin, for the most part, in September. Here’s what Phillyist could find: - The Bernstein/Sondheim/Laurents vehicle that’s been bringing audiences to tears since 1958 is coming to the close of its run at the Walnut Street Theatre. It’s Romeo and Juliet with singing and dancing; a perennial favorite. July 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 8 PM. July 9, 16, 23 at 2 PM and 8 PM. July 10, 17, 24 at 2 PM and 7 PM. For tickets and pricing information: call 215.574.3550, or visit their website. , and tells the tale of two families’ schemes to marry their children. You’d be surprised at how much music is familiar to you. Call for performance times and pricing information: 215.574.3550. The Walnut Street Theater is located at 825 Walnut Street in Philadelphia. - The name says it all, doesn’t it? Shows at the Society Hill Playhouse, Tuesday through Saturday at 8 PM, Saturday and Sunday at 2 PM, and 5:30 PM on Sunday. Tickets are $45. Call 215.923.0210 for reservations. The Society Hill Playhouse is located at 507 South 8th Street in Philadelphia. only they’re Italian and you’re invited. Tickets include wedding buffet and post-show dancing. July 9, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, on board the Spirit of Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing. $79 plus handling fee. For information, visit: them on the web. If you’ve got a theater listing in the Philadelphia area, let us know! We’re expanding our listings and we need your help!