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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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Ford's Theatre Unveils 1776 Cast and Creative Team Photo Ford's Theatre Unveils 1776 Cast and Creative Team
by A.A. Cristi - January 13, 2026

Ford's Theatre announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of 1776, set to open in spring 2026. The historic venue will host this revival, bringing a fresh perspective to the classic American musical....


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). ...


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!...


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....


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 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....


Griffin Theatre Company to Stage THE ELOCUTION OF BENJAMIN FRANKLIN Photo Griffin Theatre Company to Stage THE ELOCUTION OF BENJAMIN FRANKLIN
by Stephi Wild - January 29, 2026

Griffin Theatre Company will open its 2026 season with a 50th anniversary production of steve j. spears's classic The Elocution of Benjamin Franklin, starring icon of stage and screen Simon Burke....


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. ...


COME FROM AWAY and More Set for Ivoryton Playhouse 2026 Season Photo COME FROM AWAY and More Set for Ivoryton Playhouse 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 26, 2025

In 2026, Ivoryton Playhouse will present a very special season, an American celebration to mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence....


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....


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....


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....


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...


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....


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 ...


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. ...


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....


Previews: 2026 SCHEDULE OF SHOWS at The Abbey Theater Of Dublin Photo Previews: 2026 SCHEDULE OF SHOWS at The Abbey Theater Of Dublin
by Paul Batterson - January 15, 2026

As he enters his sixth season with the Abbey Theater of Dublin, director Joe Bishara is overseeing a lineup of shows that brings elementary school students, high school and college-aged performers, and senior citizens to the stage....


TADA! Youth Theater Presents Original Musical THE HISTORY MYSTERY Photo TADA! Youth Theater Presents Original Musical THE HISTORY MYSTERY
by A.A. Cristi - September 20, 2024

TADA! Youth Theater will present The History Mystery, an original musical time travel adventure, running October 19, 2024 through November 17, 2024....


New InLiquid Art Exhibit At Park Towne Place Explores The Urban Landscape And The Peo Photo New InLiquid Art Exhibit At Park Towne Place Explores The Urban Landscape And The People Who Live There
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 25, 2024

hearth, frame, foundation is a new art exhibit at Park Towne Place Residences that explores the urban landscape and the people who live there. The exhibit features works by five Philadelphia artists who draw inspiration from the built environment. ...


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....


The Shakespeare Theatre Of New Jersey Unveils REVOLUTIONARY VOICES Series Photo The Shakespeare Theatre Of New Jersey Unveils REVOLUTIONARY VOICES Series
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2026

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) has announced Revolutionary Voices, a season-long play reading series exploring the language, ideals, and debates that have shaped the American experiment....


Readings Of Famous Love Letters Will Be Performed at the Park Theatre On Valentine's Photo Readings Of Famous Love Letters Will Be Performed at the Park Theatre On Valentine's Day Eve
by Stephi Wild - February 03, 2025

To get everyone in a romantic mood for Valentine's Day, The Park Theatre is presenting an evening of readings of some of the most notorious love letters ever written. Learn more here!...


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!...


The Music Hall Purchases The Historic Kearsarge House In Downtown Portsmouth Photo The Music Hall Purchases The Historic Kearsarge House In Downtown Portsmouth
by A.A. Cristi - February 05, 2025

The Music Hall has announced its acquisition of the historic Kearsarge House, a landmark property in downtown Portsmouth. This purchase reflects The Music Hall's enduring commitment to preserving local history while securing its ability to serve as a steward of cherished historical buildings....






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