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Terry Donnelly, A.J. Shively & More to Star in PHILADELPHIA, HERE I COME! at Irish Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2024


Irish Repertory Theatre has revealed the cast for Philadelphia, Here I Come!, the third production in The Friel Project. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Philadelphia Soprano Karen Slack Joins Opera Philadelphia and The Wharton-Wesley Faith Ensemble For A Concert Celebrating Langston Hughes
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2024


Philadelphia soprano Karen Slack joins Opera Philadelphia and the Wharton-Wesley Faith Ensemble for a concert centered on the poetry of Langston Hughes. The concert, titled 'To Sit and Dream,' takes place on March 17th at Tindley Temple United Methodist Church.

Carnegie Hall to Present 100+ Events as Part of Weimar Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2023


Carnegie Hall has revealed a schedule of 100+ events for the Weimar Festival, January-May 2024.

Review: JINKX AND DELA HOLIDAY SHOW at Kings Theatre Has a Life of Its Own
by Isabella Babich - Dec 4, 2023


From the moment you step into the historic Kings Theatre, a wave of holiday cheer envelops you, setting the stage for the annual spectacle that is The Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Show.

Irish Repertory Theatre Unveils Cast for ARISTOCRATS - Part of The Friel Project
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 16, 2023


Get all the latest updates on the casting, dates, and venue for the upcoming production of ARISTOCRATS - Part of The Friel Project at Irish Rep. Don't miss out on this exciting show!

TRANSLATIONS Extended at Irish Repertory Theatre Through End of December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 8, 2023


Irish Repertory Theatre's Translations has received a four-week extension and will now play through Sunday December 31, 2023.

Irish Repertory Theatre Unveils Cast for TRANSLATIONS Directed by Doug Hughes
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 7, 2023


Irish Repertory Theatre reveals the cast for Translations, the first production in The Friel Project, a retrospective of the work of renowned Irish playwright Brian Friel.

Irish Repertory Theatre to Celebrate 35th Anniversary with THE FRIEL PROJECT Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 24, 2023


Irish Repertory Theatre (Charlotte Moore, Artistic Director; Ciarán O'Reilly, Producing Director) will present The Friel Project, a retrospective of the work of renowned Irish playwright Brian Friel, to take place from October 2023 through May 2024.

Santino Fontana & Judy Kuhn to Star in I CAN GET IT FOR YOU WHOLESALE at Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2023


Classic Stage Company has announced complete programming for their 2023-2024 Season. See what shows are in the lineup, who is starring, how to purchase tickets, and more!

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR & More Lead Philadelphia's April 2023 Theater Top 10
by BWW Staff - Mar 21, 2023


Philadelphia is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. April 2023's top picks include You're A Good Man Charlie Brown, Jesus Christ Superstar, Cabaret and more.

GOD OF CARNAGE, CINDERELLA, THE EMPRESS, and More Set For Lyric Hammersmith's Autumn/Winter 2023-24 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2023


Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has announced Its Autumn/Winter 2023-24 season. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Review: HOLIDAY at Washington's Arena Stage: Deeply Flawed Show, Flawless Performance
by Jack L. B. Gohn - Oct 17, 2022


They sure don't write them like Holiday anymore. A play about the foibles of a family of rich White people that supplies no meaningful social or racial context, a critique of the world of wealth which is bafflingly superficial, and a romance almost lacking in visible courtship, playwright Philip Barry's 1928 Broadway hit has very little claim to be produced now. Yet it's given a sumptuous and impressive production by Arena Stage in Washington. Go for the performances, the costumes, and the direction, and you'll be fine. Seek more, and you may be disappointed.

The Best of the Main Line Party Returns with 50+ Restaurants, Bars and Boutiques
by Grace Cutler - Jul 12, 2022


Main Line Today and Today Media announce the grand return of the Best of the Main Line and Western Suburbs Party on Thursday, July 28th, at Drexelbrook Special Event Center.

Oakland Ballet Presents Legacy Program and Annual Gala, April 29 - 30
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2022


Oakland Ballet Company's 2021-22 Season draws to a celebratory conclusion this month with a wide-ranging program that is both retrospective and forward-looking.

Master Drawings New York Celebrate Mexican Muralism With Panel and Exhibition at the Academy of Arts and Letters
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2021


On Friday, January 28th at 10am, registered participants will enjoy a lively discussion on Mexican Muralism and the artists that impacted that period in both Mexico and the United States.

Organist Gordon Turk Will Perform Rarely-Heard Work, 'The Storm' in Ocean Grove
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2021


'The Storm' was written in the mid-1920s by Clarence Kohlmann, who served as the organist in the Great Auditorium from 1924-1944. This rarely-heard piece follows a Civil War army unit as it marches and encamps with snippets of music from that era: 'Dawn' from the Peer Gynt Suite,' a bugle's reveille, 'America,' hymns and church bells, a funeral march.

HBO Max Launches Valentine's Day Spotlight Page
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Feb 4, 2021


HBO Max is spreading the love this Valentine’s Day with a dedicated spotlight page called “Straight From the Heart,” which is home to romantic-themed content. The “Straight From the Heart” spotlight page on HBO Max is the best destination for people to escape and rediscover what it means to fall in love… or celebrate being single.

Irish Rep Announces THEATRE @ HOME WINTER FESTIVAL Featuring Melissa Errico, Max von Essen, Ali Ewoldt and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2021


Irish Repertory Theatre has announced their Theatre @ Home Winter Festival, a four-week repertory retrospective of all of the original digital productions created by Irish Repertory Theatre during the COVID-19 shut-down, from January 26 – February 21, 2021.

Full Program Announced for 2021 Sundance Film Festival
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 15, 2020


The nonprofit Sundance Institute announced today the showcase of new independent work selected across the Feature Film, Short Film, Indie Series and New Frontier categories for the 2021 Sundance Film Festival.

Brendan Coyle of DOWNTON ABBEY Will Lead the Goodman Theatre's MOLLY SWEENEY; Full Cast Announced!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2020


Goodman Theatre Artistic Director Robert Falls has announced casting for his upcoming revival of Molly Sweeney by Brian Friel. In assuming the title role, Chicago favorite Kate Fry returns to the Goodman, following her recent appearance in Falls' production of The Winter's Tale. Joining Fry are stage and screen star Brendan Coyle (Downton Abbey), who returns to the Goodman following his triumphant appearance in last season's St. Nicholas by Conor McPherson, and Chicago's Christopher Donahue (Oedipus Rex at Court Theatre, Moby Dick at Lookingglass).

Music Conservatory Of Westchester Will Present AN EVENING WITH... ELLIOTT FORREST: MOVIE MUSIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2020


Back by audience demand! On Friday, March 20, 2020 at 7 p.m., WQXR Radio Host and Peabody Award-winning Broadcaster, Elliott Forrest, returns to the Music Conservatory of Westchester for his interactive, multi-media 'Movie Music with Elliott Forrest' presentation exploring music from beloved classic films to contemporary favorite movies.

BWW Interview: KT Sullivan And Jeff Harnar of SULLIVAN AND HARNAR SING HARNICK AND STROUSE at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Stephen Mosher - Sep 3, 2019


The popular duo KT Sullivan and Jeff Harnar bring a new night of music and a new tribute to Broadway composers to The Laurie Beechman Theatre.

Director/Composer Collaborations With Elliott Forrest Announced At Music Conservatory Of Westchester
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2019


The Music Conservatory of Westchester in White Plains presents the final event in its four-part Musical Masters Lecture Series for adult music lovers on Sunday, May 19, 2019 at 2pm.

The Nash Creates 'Jazz Beacon Award' To Honor Legendary Musicians
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2019


The living legends of jazz, veteran musicians who have achieved greatness in performing jazz are now being honored at The Nash with the creation of The Jazz Beacon Award. Conceived by Lewis Nash as a way to recognize the important role and contributions these musicians have given to the world of jazz, The Nash inducted its first honoree, bassist Ron Carter, during his March 23rd appearance at the downtown Phoenix jazz club.

Case Western Reserve/Cleveland Play House MFA Acting Program Offers A Witty, Bubbly Production Of HAY FEVER
by Julie Musbach - Feb 13, 2019


The Case Western Reserve University/Cleveland Play House MFA Acting Program is proud to present Noel Coward's classic comedy Hay Fever. This madcap play about a weekend with the eccentric Bliss family will star the MFA Class of 2020 and a guest performer.  Director Jerrold Scott's production will take the audience back to the 1920's and remind them of the joy of life and fear of boredom. The show will run from February 27th-March 9th in Helen Theatre at Playhouse Square.

Philadelphia FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Philadelphia have there been?
Philadelphia has had 1 productions including Broadway which opened in 1929.

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