Ky the Chemist reacts to cancellation
Jakyra Simpson, known as Ky the Chemist, reacts to the cancellation of month-long artist’s residency during an interview at her office in York City, Friday, April 18, 2025.
CapLive: Jethro Tull’s Martin Barre. “Tull Tales: Unplugged.” Jethro Tull’s Martin Barre visits the Capitol Theatre for an intimate evening of acoustic music and anecdotes, as he is joined on stage by Dan Crisp and Alan Thomson. Barre presents a personal and thoughtfully assembled show highlighting his favorite Jethro Tull moments, both musically and narratively, engaging the audience in a special and intimate evening of acoustic playing and story telling. Expect acoustic guitars and basses, mandolins and flutes, all put together in a totally exclusive and unique performance with an addition of good humour. Enjoy a mix of Jethro Tull tunes and Barre’s solo material, plus a few surprises woven in along the way as the you are invited to be part of the show when the floor is opened for questions. 7:30 p.m. Thursday, at the Capitol Theatre at the Appell Center, 50 N. George St., York. Tickets start at $42.
Eastern Division York Train Show. The Eastern Division Train Show is the largest in the United States featuring modular exhibits of operating trains, dealer seminars, buying and selling trains and much more. Thursday, members only, Friday 9 a.m. tyo 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the York Expo Center, 334 Carlisle Ave., York. All tickets $10.
York County Hispanic Coalition presents Dancing for Education. Get ready to celebrate a fantastic milestone. The York County Hispanic Coalition is thrilled to mark 30 incredible years of awarding scholarships to York County’s outstanding high school seniors. Join in honoring this legacy from 1995 to 2025 and celebrating the bright futures we’re helping to build. Salsa and Bachata lessons start at 6 p.m., followed by open social dancing at 7 p.m. 6 p.m. Friday, at the Studio at the Appell Center. Tickets $20, $25 at the door.
CapFilm: “One to One: John and Yoko.” On Aug. 30, 1972, in New York City, John Lennon played his only full-length show after leaving The Beatles — the “One to One” benefit concert at Madison Square Garden, a rollicking, dazzling performance from him and Yoko Ono. Oscar-winning filmmaker Kevin Macdonald’s riveting documentary is a revelatory inside look at the 18 months John Lennon and Yoko Ono spent living in Greenwich Village in the early 1970s, and the year of love, transformation and protest that led to the legendary musical event. 7 p.m. Friday, at the Capitol Theatre at the Appell Center. Tickets $15.
Lyle Lovett and his Acoustic Group. One of the most captivating artists in popular music makes his highly anticipated return to the Strand Theatre for the first time since 2018, this time joined by his Acoustic Group, who last performed here with him in 2012. A singer, composer and actor,Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums. Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers. 7:30 p.m. Friday, at the Strand Theatre at the Appell Center. Tickets start at $49.
TAFE presents “Radium Girls.” In 1926, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie was an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage — until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Inspired by a true story, “Radium Girls” traces the efforts of Grace Fryer, a dial painter, as she fights for her day in court. Her chief adversary is her former employer, Arthur Roeder, an idealistic man who cannot bring himself to believe that the same element that shrinks tumors could have anything to do with the terrifying rash of illnesses among his employees. As the case goes on, however, Grace finds herself battling not just with the U.S. Radium Corp. but with her own family and friends, who fear that her campaign for justice will backfire. 7 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday, at 700 E Market St., Union Lutheran Church – East. All tickets $12.
“The Neverending Story.” Enter the magical world of Fantastica, where a young boy named Bastian discovers the power of imagination and bravery in his quest to save a crumbling universe. Based on the beloved book, this timeless tale comes alive with unforgettable characters, epic adventures, and the heartwarming message that anyone can be a hero. Perfect for audiences of all ages, “The Neverending Story” is a must-see adventure. 7 p.m. Friday, 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, and 3 p.m. Sunday, at Dreamwrights Center for Community Arts, 100 Carlisle Ave., York. Tickets $16 in advance, $2 more at the door.
CapFilm: Saturday Morning Cartoons. Join the Appell Center for a morning filled with fun and nostalgia. April’s screening of your favorite classic Saturday Morning Cartoons has an ’80s twist. Join for a radical morning of flashback fun. Saturday Morning Cartoons are perfect for the whole family. Don your favorite PJs and enjoy a comfy vibe to relive the memories of your childhood. It’s the perfect way to kick off a spring weekend. 10:30 a.m. Saturday, at the Capitol Theatre at the Appell Center. Tickets $8.
Film Appreciation: Contemplating Life Series. “Lost Horizon.” Join the Appell Center for a 5-film series featuring movies about the search for meaning in life. Although each class officially begins 3 p.m., some choose to come early at 2:30 p.m. to watch bonus material such as scenes from related movies and extra content related to the series or each particular screening. “Lost Horizon” is about five fugitives from a Chinese revolution who discover a secluded world of peace and harmony in the Tibetan Himalayas: the mythical world of Shangri-La. Ronald Coleman stars as Robert Conway who find happiness and contentment where the refugees contemplate what’s really important in life. 3 p.m. Saturday, at the West Classroom at the Appell Center. Series price $65, $50 for ages 65+.
Dance Party Decades: Millenium with DJ Pherensik. Join for a throwback dance party and relive the late ’90s and early 2000s with all your favorite hits. From boy bands to hip-hop beats, pop anthems to R&B classics, York’s own DJ Pherensik will be spinnin’ the perfect soundtrack for a night of unforgettable vibes. So, whether you’re a kid of the ’90s or just love the music, this party is where you want to be. Grab your crew and get ready to dance the night away to all the tracks that defined an era. 7:30 p.m. Saturday, at the Studio at the Appell Center. 21 and over. Tickets $20, $25 at the door.
CapFilm: “Journey to Italy.” Among the most influential films of the postwar era, Roberto Rossellini’s “Journey to Italy (Viaggio in Italia)” charts the declining marriage of a couple from England (Ingrid Bergman and George Sanders) on a trip in the countryside near Naples. More than just the anatomy of a relationship, Rossellini’s masterpiece is a heartrending work of emotion and spirituality. Considered a predecessor to the existentialist works of Michelangelo Antonioni and hailed as a groundbreaking modernist work by the legendary film journal Cahiers du cinema, “Journey to Italy” is a breathtaking cinematic benchmark. 3 p.m. Sunday, at the Capitol Theatre at the Appell Center. All tickets $15.
ENCORE: York County Musical Theatre Showcase. This celebration of musical theater in York County high schools is presented annually to recognize the talent, work and accomplishments that is evident in our community’s high school musical productions. Over 500 students perform in this spectacular event and over $30,000 in Scholarships awarded to deserving students. ENCORE is a highly anticipated afternoon of theater magic.Showcasing the hard work of these students, directors and production teams bringing pride to York County. Anyone who loves musical theater will be enthralled by the performances of these young people. 2:30 p.m. Sunday, at the Pullo Center, 1031 Edgecomb Ave., York. Tickets $25.