From what i understand turnout has been poor due to the charge of 5.00...what a shame that this township can't give something free to their residents!

The band is good. But the girl can't sing.

THIS BAND WAS EXCELLENT! Best one we've had in a long time. Great video, but they sound a lot better in person. Not sure if the person above was there or just judging by this video, but you couldn't be more wrong-- girl was SPECTACULAR! She had so many awesome costumes and could sing all kinds of different voices and super high notes. Most of all, she had the kids in the palm of her hand. We've never seen kids run up to the front like that at any of our shows! She made them very happy during and after the show with pics/autographs. The whole band was just so good. Hope they come back. Fun night! :)

I was there. She can't sing. We were a little disappointed. But the show was great otherwise.

I think the Community Affairs Dept. sorely misses Dave Fiedler who used to manage the hiring of acts at the amphitheatre...they were generally better and the concerts were free.I agree with the other writer Susan, that it is a shame that the Township now charges for these concerts.In an Inquirer article this spring , they had a listing of Municipalities around Pa. and NJ. that had concert venues and Bensalem stood out as the ONE that stood out for charging for ALL their regular season concerts.Since the sponsors pay for the major expense of the fees that the acts charge the Township only has to pick up the tab for setup and cleanup.With Township tax revenues rising yearly...especially from increased revenues fron the Casino , I find it hard to believe that the Township is hard pressed to pick up this expense and felt the need to pass it onto it's residents...PITIFUL !!

We LOVED Rubik's KUBE! Bring them back! The guys AND girl were FANTASTIC! Both had SUPERB voices and WOW, what performers! The crowd really got into it/appreciated their fervor! Girl sang great and had more energy than con ed.

Ted, appreciate the kind words. I enjoyed managing the amphitheater and was sad to see my tenure end. Contrary to the township's spin I did not leave voluntarily. I was let go (laid off) in mid-December after 9 years of dedicated service and given a few hours to pack my office and vacate the premises. What hurt more than the lost income was being denied an opportunity to usher the amphitheater through its 10th Anniversary season. Obviously I do harbor resentment toward the township administration. In early November I told the administrative director I was planning to retire at the end of 2011 at age 65, but for some unknown reason it was determined retaining me one additional year did not fit with their finances. I have been silent on this subject, but after six months it's reasonable to set the record straight. This board provides a platform to do so. In interest of full disclosure township did grant me a severance package so credit where credit is due in that context.
Dawn is doing a fine job with the season having taken over on short notice. She is not responsible for charging. That was directed by the administration to be in effect regardless of who would manage the venue. I do agree with Ted's comment that T&P expense is largely underwritten by sponsors. TD Bank alone contributes generously in an amount equal to cover the lion's share of what's presented on stage.
I've moved on into the next phase of my life, but I do miss TDBA!
Thanks again, Dave Fiedler

Dave--Your professionalism is sorely missed. Best of luck.

Dave , the reality of the situation is that it is less important WHAT you know then WHO you know here in Bensalem..it's always been that way here and always will be that way

Ted, It doesn't always have to be that way in the future. If people came out and voted in the local elections and voted the Democrats in, several local election cycles in a row, the clowns now running the township under the mayor-for-life dictator (and his side-kick public safety director) would be gone and so would he. An era of clean and open local government could ensue. Merit hiring instead of crony hiring. Lots of other places have local governments that are not corrupt or incompetent. We could too. All we have to do is vote for it.

I totally agree with Harris. We need to elect individuals into office who will promote REAL HONOR, and INTEGRITY, and LIVE IT!! We need open, honest, and pure government that will serve the citizens of this town, and not Henry VIII and his appointed Sherrif of Nottingham. I am encouraging everyone who reads this to take a stand, go to the council meetings, and ask questions. I also have a strong piece of advice to the Firefighters of this town, and ANY Bensalem police officer brave enough to read this: Don't let Harran and Ponticelli's intimidation tactics put you in fear. REACH OUT to the Bensalem Democrats, and/or whoever you want, in exposing the evil of this town. Don't be afraid to take a stand and let the truth be heard.

How about that, more libelous comments from the comedy duo of Martin and Saddler. I loved your stand up comedy routine at the last council meeting, priceless. Hey Wendy, your political agenda is as transparent as saran wrap. Before you go giving advice to others, get your own life in order.

Wendy, the fact that you have to ask that question speaks volumes. You will have your answer sooner than you think.

therealtruthbetold:
The fact that you REFUSE to answer my questions, speaks volumes to the fact that 1. You know I am in the right, and 2. YOU'RE A COWARD!! So in short, I have my answer. YOU CAN'T SAY A THING!!
I have nothing to fear or worry over, because I am doing what is right, and the Lord protects His own. THE GLORY OF THE LORD IS MY REAR GUARD!!

How is it that a video and article on an 80's concert turned into a rant about politics, religion, and slandering township employees and officials? That concert was amazing, the venue is great, and I'm more than happy to pay $5.00.