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Video: A WRINKLE IN TIME At Arden Children's Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Dec 11, 2025

Get a first look at all-new video of Arden Children’s Theatre'sA WRINKLE IN TIME based on Madeleine L’Engle’s popular novel. Adapted by John Glore, winner of the Newbery Medal, A Wrinkle in Time has inspired generations  of readers, and even a major motion picture, since its publication.

Photos: A WRINKLE IN TIME At Arden Children's Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2025

Arden Children’s Theatre is presenting A WRINKLE IN TIME based on Madeleine L’Engle’s popular novel. Check out new photos of the production below! Performances run through January 25, 2026. 

A WRINKLE IN TIME to be Presented at Arden Theatre This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025

This winter, Arden Children’s Theatre is inviting families to journey across time and space with an adaptation of Madeline L’Engle’s beloved book, A Wrinkle in Time.

VIDEO: Learn Some Fun New At-Home Activities from Arden for All
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2020

Join actor/director Doug Hara of Arden Theater Company to learn some fun new things you can do from home as part of the Arden for All online series!

Live Stage Version Of DR. SEUSS' THE CAT IN THE HAT Will Return To Philadelphia
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2020

This April, a live stage version of everyone's favorite Dr. Seuss book, DR. SEUSS' THE CAT IN THE HAT, returns to Philadelphia at the Arden Theatre Company in Old City. All of the beloved characters-Sally, the Boy, Thing 1 and Thing 2, the Fish, and, of course, the Cat himself-come to life on the Arcadia Stage from April 8 through June 7, 2020. A limited number of seats have been reserved for reviewing press on April 18 at 4PM, or any performance afterwards.

Lookingglass Theatre Company Welcomes New Ensemble Members and Artistic Associates
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2019

Lookingglass Theatre Company welcomes five new Ensemble Members and four new Artistic Associates into the Lookingglass family. Joining the Ensemble are Walter Briggs (Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, Moby Dick), Kasey Foster (The Steadfast Tin Soldier, 20,000 Leagues Under the Seas), circus choreographer Sylvia Hernandez-DiStasi (The Steadfast Tin Soldier, Mary Shelley's Frankenstein), Anthony Irons (The Steadfast Tin Soldier, Act(s) of God), and composer and sound designer Andre Pluess (The Steadfast Tin Soldier, Eastland). New Artistic Associates include Cordelia Dewdney (Moby Dick, Hard Times), Wendy Mateo (Big Lake Big City, Beyond Caring), costume designer Sully Ratke (Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, 20,000 Leagues Under the Seas) and Matthew C. Yee (Treasure Island, Moby Dick).

Quintessence Theatre Group Extends THE WIZARD OF OZ
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2019

Quintessence Theatre Group, Philadelphia's professional classic repertory theatre, has a holiday hit on its hands. The second production of its tenth anniversary season of progressive classic theatre will now be extended.  L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz has opened to full houses and rave reviews.  This classic work will run through January 5th. Tickets range from $25-$65.  All performances are at Quintessence's home at the Sedgwick Theater, 7137 Germantown Ave., Mt. Airy, Philadelphia, 19119.a?? To purchase tickets, visit www.QTGrep.orga??or call 215.987.4450. 

BWW Review: New staging of THE WIZARD OF OZ pays off at Quintessence Theatre
by Alyssa Biederman - Dec 9, 2019

How do you take a beloved classic and make it relatable to modern audiences? How can you keep a script intact while exploring new character representations and pop culture trends?

Photo Flash: Quintessence Theatre Group Heads To Oz For The Holidays
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2019

Quintessence Theatre Group, Philadelphia's professional classic repertory theatre, continues its tenth anniversary season of progressive classic theatre with a heartwarming classic tale for all ages.

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal With Quintessence Theatre Company's THE WIZARD OF OZ
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2019

Quintessence Theatre Group, Philadelphia's professional classic repertory theatre, continues its tenth anniversary season of progressive classic theatre with a heartwarming classic tale for all ages. The company will bring audiences into the magical land of Oz for the holidays when it presents L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz. This classic work will run November 27-December 29. Opening Night is Thursday, December 5th at 7:30 pm. Tickets range from $25-$65. All performances are at Quintessence's home at the Sedgwick Theater, 7137 Germantown Ave., Mt. Airy, Philadelphia, 19119.a?? To purchase tickets, visit www.QTGrep.orga??or call 215.987.4450.

Quintessence Theatre Group Continues Tenth Anniversary Season with THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2019

Quintessence Theatre Group, Philadelphia's professional classic repertory theatre, continues its tenth anniversary season of progressive classic theatre with a heartwarming classic tale for all ages. The company will bring audiences into the magical land of Oz for the holidays when it presents L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz.

Theatre Horizon Celebrates 15 Years With The Return Of INTO THE WOODS
by Julie Musbach - Aug 12, 2019

Theatre Horizon, a professional theatre company located in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, minutes from Center City Philadelphia, celebrates 15 years of serving the community in 2019.

Lookingglass to Reveal Custom Wine at Benefit
by Julie Musbach - Aug 6, 2019

Lookingglass Theatre Company announces the release of an exclusive, custom wine created in partnership with City Winery, Phantasmagoria.

Arden Theatre Company Announces 2019-20 Children's Theatre Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2019

Philadelphians don't have to look far to find quality and thoughtful entertainment that will appeal to their entire family. The Arden Theatre Company's 2019-20 Children's Theatre season includes two shows that will delight kids of all ages, and the kid-at-heart in all of us.

BWW Review: TREASURE ISLAND at Arden Children's Theatre
by Anne Marie Scalies - Apr 22, 2019

Treasure Island is playing on the Arcadia Stage and has already extended their run through June 9th. Geared to children 8 and up, this charming story is full of fun for the adult kids too!

Photo Flash: First Look At Arden Theatre Company's INDECENT
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2019

The Arden Theatre Company is eagerly preparing for the Philadelphia regional premiere of INDECENT, which begins performances starting May 22.  This fresh from Broadway play with music won two Tony Awards, and was also nominated for Best Play.

Arden Theatre Co's INDECENT Gives Philly Audiences The First Chance To Experience Paula Vogel's Play With Music
by Julie Musbach - Mar 25, 2019

The Arden Theatre Company closes its 2018-19 season with the regional premiere of a fresh from Broadway blockbuster. Paula Vogel's INDECENT, a new play with music, will take to the F. Otto Haas stage starting May 22, 2019. Opening night is Wednesday, May 29 at 7PM.

BWW Review: Farcical “Robin Hood” delights at Cleveland Play House
by Roy Berko - Feb 9, 2019

Arden Theatre Company's TREASURE ISLAND Puts A Unique Female Twist On The Swashbuckling Tale
by Julie Musbach - Feb 7, 2019

Let your imagination set sail! Audiences of all ages are invited to 'walk the plank' at Arden Theatre Company this spring as they present a unique twist on the swashbuckling tale TREASURE ISLAND. Single tickets for the production, which runs April 3 through June 2 on Arden's Arcadia Stage, are currently on sale.

Cleveland Play House Brings Adventure And Arrows With Ken Ludwig's Sherwood
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2019

Cleveland Play House (CPH) is raising the swashbuckling stakes on the Robin Hood folklore with an exciting adventure that conjures up joy, romance and merriment. Ken Ludwig's Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood, is a lightning speed tale full of playful characters that will take over the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square from February 2nd through February 24th, 2019.