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THE RE-EMANCIPATION OF SOCIAL DANCE Opens Juneteenth Weekend
by Stephi Wild - May 01, 2024


On Juneteenth weekend, Intercultural Journeys will debut The Re-Emancipation of Social Dance, an interactive dance party throughout five “living rooms.”

Ensemble Arts Philly Announces 2024-25 Jazz Series
by A.A. Cristi - April 30, 2024


Discover the upcoming 2024-25 Jazz Series by Ensemble Arts Philly. Experience a season of vibrant jazz performances featuring renowned artists and emerging talents.

Photos: First Look at HURRICANE DIANE at People's Light
by Stephi Wild - April 30, 2024


From May 1 to 19, Malvern-based theatre People’s Light will begin its Series 2 productions with the regional premiere of the Obie Award-winning play Hurricane Diane by Pulitzer Prize finalist Madeleine George.

Mark Morris Dance Group Comes to Penn Live Arts in May
by Stephi Wild - April 30, 2024


 Penn Live Arts will present the acclaimed Mark Morris Dance Group in the Philadelphia premiere of Mark Morris’s new original work, The Look of Love, on Friday, May 31, 2024 at 8:00 pm and Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 2:00 pm and 8:00 pm at the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts.

Philadelphia Women's Theatre Festival Announces 10th Anniversary Gala!
by A.A. Cristi - April 29, 2024


Philadelphia Women's Theatre Festival has announced its first ever gala!

Interact Theatre Company Presents THE CLIMB A World Premiere Production
by A.A. Cristi - April 29, 2024


To kick off summer, InterAct Theatre Company will present THE CLIMB by By C.A. Johnson.

Photos: RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE's Amanda Tori Meating Visits 1812 Productions' TORCH SONG
by Stephi Wild - April 29, 2024


On Saturday, April 27  at 1812 Productions’ professional regional premiere of TORCH SONG, the cast was surprised with RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 16 star Amanda Tori Meating. Check out photos here!

Spotlight: THE DOO WOP PROJECT at Keswick Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - April 29, 2024


The Doo Wop Project live at Keswick Theatre on May 4th

Hedgerow Theatre to Stream US Premiere of Tim Crouch's BEGINNERS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 26, 2024


Hedgerow Theatre Company will stream Tim Crouch's Beginners. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Cast Set for ASSASSINS at Town & Country Players
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 26, 2024


Town & Country Players announces the cast for its upcoming musical, ASSASSINS. The one-act historical revusical explores the lives of nine individuals who assassinated or tried to assassinate U.S. Presidents. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Theatre Ariel to Present the Philadelphia Premiere of AMSTERDAM This November
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024


Theatre Ariel will return to producing fully-staged performances this fall with a Philadelphia Premiere.

PlayPenn and Philadelphia Theatre Company To Partner On A Development Workshop Of New Play By Ty Defoe
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024


PlayPenn and Philadelphia Theatre Company collaborate on a development workshop for a new play by acclaimed playwright Ty Defoe.

Opera Philadelphia Appoints Anthony Roth Costanzo As General Director And President
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024


Opera Philadelphia welcomes Anthony Roth Costanzo as the new General Director and President, marking a new era for the renowned opera company.

Jennifer Cody, John Bolton & More to Star in NOISES OFF at Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 25, 2024


Bucks County Playhouse will launch its 2024 mainstage season on May 17 with “Noises Off'. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

PA School Reverses Decision to Cancel Apperance By Maulik Pancholy
by Joshua Wright - April 25, 2024


The Mountain View Middle School in Cumberland County has reversed its decision to cancel an apperance by Maulik Pancholy, following backlash from the community.

Philly AIDS Thrift at Giovanni's Room Hosts 2nd Annual Music Festival
by Stephi Wild - April 25, 2024


Philly AIDS Thrift will celebrate the legacy and history of Giovanni's Room with their second annual street festival, QUEERAPALOOZA.

Video: Get A First Look at Arden Theatre's PINOCCHIO
by Joshua Wright - April 24, 2024


Get a first look at Arden Theatre Company's modern retelling of the classic tale — a wooden boy, a nose that grows, a huge whale, and a cricket with a lot of opinions. In a wildly imaginative production, Pinocchio is filled with twists and turns, ups and downs, and adventures that will amaze and delight children of all ages.

PlayPenn Reveals Four New Shows For its 19th Season
by Stephi Wild - April 24, 2024


Founded in 2005, PlayPenn has entered its 19th year of operation.  This season also marks the third since the organization's resurgence. To celebrate, this July, PlayPenn will present readings of four new plays, adding to their already innumerable canon, which notably will soon be archived at The Free Library of Philadelphia. 

"________": AN IMPROVISED STAR WARS STORY Begins Philly Performances This May
by A.A. Cristi - April 23, 2024


'________': AN IMPROVISED STAR WARS STORY begins performances in May at The Playground at the Adrienne (2030 Sansom Street, Phila. 19103).

Idina Menzel To Bring TAKE ME OR LEAVE ME TOUR to Hershey Theatre in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024


.Multi-platinum-selling singer/songwriter and Tony Award-winning performer Idina Menzel will brig her “Take Me or Leave Me Tour,” to Hershey Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Penn Live Arts Unveils 24/25 Season Featuring World, US & Philadelphia Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024


Discover the exciting 24/25 season of PENN LIVE ARTS, featuring world, U.S., and Philadelphia premieres. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Philadelphia Ballet Will Perform THE DREAM and PRODIGAL SON To Close Out 2023/24 Season
by Stephi Wild - April 23, 2024


​​​​​​​Philadelphia Ballet will conclude its 2023/2024 subscription season at the Academy of Music with the upcoming presentation of The Dream, the whimsical, romantic ballet inspired by William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream.

Quintessence Theatre Announces Appointment Of Erica Ezold As Executive Director
by A.A. Cristi - April 22, 2024


Quintessence Theatre, in residence at the Sedgwick Theater in Philadelphia's Mount Airy neighborhood, announces that effective April 15, 2024, Erica Ezold has joined the organization as Executive Director.

UArts and No Name Pops to Present Music on the Square This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 22, 2024


In a first-time partnership, University of the Arts and The No Name Pops, the former musicians of The Philly Pops, have planned the UArts Music on the Square series with two evenings of music on Rittenhouse Square. See details!

Photos: First Look At ActorsNet's THE DRAG By Mae West
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 22, 2024


Get a first look at Mae West's The Drag at ActorsNet. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.


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