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Ken Burns's two-part, four-hour documentary, Benjamin Franklin, explores the revolutionary life of one of the 18th Century's most consequential and compelling personalities.

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Segerstrom Center Launches Disney Musicals in Schools Program 2023 Student Share Show Photo Segerstrom Center Launches Disney Musicals in Schools Program 2023 Student Share Showcase
by Stephi Wild - March 23, 2023

Segerstrom Center for the Arts has announced its 2023 Disney Musicals in Schools student share performance, hosted by Broadway star Martina Sykes, (Shenzi in Disney's North American Tour of THE LION KING). ...


Lakewood Theatre Company Presents THE GIN GAME This Month Photo Lakewood Theatre Company Presents THE GIN GAME This Month
by Stephi Wild - February 01, 2023

The Gin Game by D.L. Coburn will be presented by Lakewood Theatre Company on its Side Door Stage for eight performances from February 23 through March 4, 2023. Performances are Thursday through Saturday at 7:00 PM and Saturday matinees at 2:00 PM February 26 and March 4.  ...


Pianist Haskell Small Continues CELEBRATION OF HEALING Concert Tour in Chicago Photo Pianist Haskell Small Continues CELEBRATION OF HEALING Concert Tour in Chicago
by Blair Ingenthron - November 05, 2023

Pianist Haskell Small's 'Celebration of Healing' concert tour comes to Chicago's Epiphany Hall on November 16, featuring a free program of Beethoven's Diabelli variations. Check out all the details here!...


FRANKLIN'S KEY Comes to Pig Iron Theatre Company Photo FRANKLIN'S KEY Comes to Pig Iron Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - February 28, 2025

Philadelphia-based physical theater company Pig Iron Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Franklin’s Key, written by Dan Rothenberg and Robert Quillen Camp....


Writer, Professor & Historian Amnon Kabatchnik Pens COURTROOM DRAMAS ON THE STAGE Photo Writer, Professor & Historian Amnon Kabatchnik Pens COURTROOM DRAMAS ON THE STAGE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 12, 2023

Legendary drama professor, esteemed historian, celebrated director, and award-winning writer Amnon Kabatchnik has penned an extraordinary new volume in his critically-acclaimed award-winning reference series....


New Book MURDER IN THE WEST END: THE PLAYS OF AGATHA CHRISTIE AND HER DISCIPLES Relea Photo New Book MURDER IN THE WEST END: THE PLAYS OF AGATHA CHRISTIE AND HER DISCIPLES Released
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 01, 2024

Amnon Kabatchnik's new book, 'Murder in the West End: The Plays of Agatha Christie and Her Disciples,' explores the works of Agatha Christie and her followers. Now available in hardcover and trade paper....


New Metaphysical Exhibit Explores Space And Light Through Art at Park Town Place Photo New Metaphysical Exhibit Explores Space And Light Through Art at Park Town Place
by Stephi Wild - February 11, 2025

Color bombs, totems, mobiles constructed of wire, sheet metal and fishing lines and 3-D organic sculptures with molds often made with recycled materials like styrofoam, plastic lids and tennis balls are just some of the unusual items that make up Folding Space....


Discover Lost Pieces of Philly History at Christ Church Neighborhood House 'Grounding Photo Discover Lost Pieces of Philly History at Christ Church Neighborhood House 'Groundings: An Exhibit'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 12, 2024

Discover lost pieces of Philadelphia history at Christ Church Neighborhood House with the opening of 'Groundings: An Exhibit'. Learn more!...


New MADAME BUTTERFLY Closes Opera Philadelphia Season Photo New MADAME BUTTERFLY Closes Opera Philadelphia Season
by A.A. Cristi - March 18, 2024

Experience a fresh take on the classic opera, MADAME BUTTERFLY, as it marks the end of the Opera Philadelphia season from April 26 to May 5. ...


Michael Douglas & More to Appear on REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER Photo Michael Douglas & More to Appear on REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER
by Josh Sharpe - November 07, 2024

This week features a one-on-one interview with award-winning actor and producer Michael Douglas. This panel discussion includes John Heilemann, Puck’s chief political columnist, and Sarah Isgur, senior editor of The Dispatch....


MADam LUCY DECEASED Returns to William & Mary This Month Photo MADam LUCY DECEASED Returns to William & Mary This Month
by Stephi Wild - October 10, 2023

MADam LUCY Deceased will be presented three times in a second staged workshop at William & Mary in the new Phi Beta Kappa Hall Studio Theatre between Oct. 20-22, 2023, during Homecoming & Reunion Weekend....


Franklin Performing Arts Company Reveals Cast of ANNIE at The Black Box Photo Franklin Performing Arts Company Reveals Cast of ANNIE at The Black Box
by A.A. Cristi - September 24, 2025

Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) will present the family musical Annie October 17–26 at THE BLACK BOX in Franklin, MA. The production stars young local actor Colette Lelievre in the title role. Lelievre, a Bellingham resident, is a student at Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School ...


TADA! Youth Theater Now Streaming Original Musical THE HISTORY MYSTERY Photo TADA! Youth Theater Now Streaming Original Musical THE HISTORY MYSTERY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 17, 2024

TADA! Youth Theater is presenting its most recent live production via online streaming. TADA!'s original musical production of The History Mystery is available now. Learn how to watch. ...


Interview: Theatre Life with Liz Mikel Photo Interview: Theatre Life with Liz Mikel
by Elliot Lanes - July 05, 2023

Today’s subject Liz Mikel is currently living her theatre life on tour playing Dr. Benjamin Franklin, delegate from Pennsylvania, in the Roundabout Theatre Company production of 1776. The show is currently running through July 16th at Kennedy Center’s Eisenhower Theatre....


The James Library & Center for the Arts to Present Spring Entertainment and Events Se Photo The James Library & Center for the Arts to Present Spring Entertainment and Events Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 27, 2025

The James Library & Center for the Arts, Norwell’s historic community arts center and lending library, will present a winter season of music, art, and literary programming. Learn more and see how to attend upcoming events....


MADAME BUTTERFLY Closes Opera Philadelphia's Season Next Month Photo MADAME BUTTERFLY Closes Opera Philadelphia's Season Next Month
by Stephi Wild - March 18, 2024

Opera Philadelphia's 2023-2024 Season will close this spring with a new production of Puccini's Madame Butterfly that illuminates and ultimately transcends harmful stereotypes, empowering the protagonist Cio Cio San with new choices for her future....


Long Beach Camerata Singers to Present PEACE PROJECT VII:
THE WORTH OF WATER Photo Long Beach Camerata Singers to Present PEACE PROJECT VII: THE WORTH OF WATER
by Blair Ingenthron - September 24, 2023

Long Beach Camerata Singers will open its 58th season on Sunday, October 8 with its annual themed Peace Project concert. Get event and ticket information here!...


Burning Coal's 2023 Oakwood Cemetery Series to Present BUTTERFLY WINGS Beginning in S Photo Burning Coal's 2023 Oakwood Cemetery Series to Present BUTTERFLY WINGS Beginning in September
by Blair Ingenthron - August 20, 2023

Burning Coal Theatre Company will present the premiere of Jerome Davis' Butterfly Wings adapted from the book Life and Death in High Places by Bruce Miller and Robin Simonton, directed by Allison Acuff. Butterfly Wings will run September 29th and 30th at 6:30 pm and October 1st at 2 pm, 2023, at the...


Performer & Composer Nathalie Joachim Named Opera Philadelphia's Composer in Residenc Photo Performer & Composer Nathalie Joachim Named Opera Philadelphia's Composer in Residence
by Emmy Rice - July 19, 2025

Grammy-nominated performer and composer Nathalie Joachim, a Haitian American artist hailed for being “a fresh and invigorating cross-cultural voice” (The Nation) will serve as Opera Philadelphia’s Composer in Residence for the upcoming 2025-2026 Season....


Pianist Haskell Small Performs Beethoven's Diabelli Variations in Philadelphia Photo Pianist Haskell Small Performs Beethoven's Diabelli Variations in Philadelphia
by Stephi Wild - September 22, 2023

Pianist Haskell Small will tour nine key cities in the US with his program Celebration of Healing, performing Beethoven’s Diabelli Variations. His first official out-of-town stop will be at the American Philosophical Society’s Benjamin Franklin Hall in Philadelphia on Nov. 4th. Learn more about the ...


Cast Set For Ensemble Studio Theatre's FRANKLINLAND Photo Cast Set For Ensemble Studio Theatre's FRANKLINLAND
by Stephi Wild - August 21, 2024

Ensemble Studio Theatre will open its 56th Season with the New York premiere of FRANKLINLAND. Learn more about the full cast here!...


Oscar and Olivier Award Nominated Actor Tom Wilkinson Passes Away at 75 Photo Oscar and Olivier Award Nominated Actor Tom Wilkinson Passes Away at 75
by Blair Ingenthron - December 30, 2023

Tom Wilkinson, the British actor best known for his roles in The Full Monty, Shakespeare in Love, and Shakespeare in Love, and The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, passed away at home at the age of 75....


Video: First Look at 1776 at Marriott Theatre Photo Video: First Look at 1776 at Marriott Theatre
by Joshua Wright - August 28, 2024

Get a first look at 1776, winner of multiple Tony Awards including Best Musical, at Marriot Theatre. The production opens on Wednesday, August 28 at 7:30pm and runs through October 13, 2024 at Marriott Theatre. ...


Sunrise Theatre Company to Present 1776 This Month Photo Sunrise Theatre Company to Present 1776 This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - September 08, 2024

Sunrise Theatre Company has announced performances of 1776 at Lynbrook High School on September 28th and 29th....


Sonic Sunsets: Live Jazz in the Heart of History at Christ Church Burial Ground Photo Sonic Sunsets: Live Jazz in the Heart of History at Christ Church Burial Ground
by Emmy Rice - April 06, 2025

Beginning this May, Christ Church Burial Ground will come alive with Sonic Sunsets, a new live jazz series offering Philadelphians a chance to experience bold, boundary-pushing music in one of the city’s most iconic and historic settings....






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