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Walnut Street Theatre to Stage 1776 THE MUSICAL for America's 250th Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 3, 2026

Walnut Street Theatre will conclude its 217th season with 1776 THE MUSICAL, a pivotal event in Philadelphia's 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The show, featuring historical figures like John Adams and Benjamin Franklin.

Video: A CHRISTMAS STORY At Walnut Street Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025

Walnut Street Theatre continues their 217th season by inviting audiences to experience the holidays with Ralphie Parker and his family in A Christmas Story The Musical. Check out video highlights of the show.

Exclusive Photos: First Look at A CHRISTMAS STORY at Walnut Street Theatre
by Gillian Blum - Nov 22, 2025

Check out exclusive photos of A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL at Walnut Street Theatre, which opens November 26 and runs through January 4 in Philadelphia.

A CHRISTMAS STORY The Musical Comes to Walnut Street Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2025

Walnut Street Theatre will continue their 217th season by inviting audiences to experience the holidays with Ralphie Parker and his family! Learn more about the production here!

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Comes to the Walnut Street Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2025

Walnut Street Theatre will kick off their 217th season of legendary stories with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET. This production begins previews in September. Learn more here!

Video: First Look At Fulton Theatre's FOREVER PLAID
by Joshua Wright - Apr 29, 2025

Get a first look at Fulton Theatre’s production of Forever Plaid, a musical featuring beloved 1950s pop hits. Directed by Fran Prisco with music direction by Robert Bigley.

Review: FOREVER PLAID at Fulton Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - Apr 28, 2025

While the show wasn’t my cup of tea, others will probably really appreciate its content.  Tickets might make a good Mother’s Day gift for some. Your mileage may vary.  Playing now through May 18th.

Video: ELF THE MUSICAL At Walnut Street Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 27, 2024

Walnut Street Theatre (WST) continues their 216th Season with the charming story of Buddy the Elf. Travel with Buddy from the North Pole all the way to New York City in ELF  The Broadway Musical. The show opens on November 27, and runs through December 29. Check out video highlights of the production.

ELF THE MUSICAL Announced At Walnut Street Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2024

ELF THE BROADWAY MUSICAL is set to bring holiday cheer to the Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia. Follow Buddy the Elf's journey from the North Pole to the big city in this festive production.

ELF THE MUSICAL Comes to Walnut Street Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2024

Walnut Street Theatre will continue their 216th Season with the story of Buddy the elf. Travel with Buddy from the North Pole all the way to New York City in ELF The Broadway Musical. Meet the creative team and learn who's who in the cast and how to get tickets.

Exclusive Photos: JERSEY BOYS at Walnut Street Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2024

Walnut Street Theatre has begun their 216th season with the Broadway musical phenomenon JERSEY BOYS. Go behind the music and inside the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons with this Broadway musical phenomenon. Get an exclusive first look at photos here!

JERSEY BOYS to Kick Off Walnut Street Theatre 216th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2024

Walnut Street Theatre will begin their 216th season with the Broadway musical phenomenon JERSEY BOYS. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Fulton Theatre Presents CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2024

The Fulton Theatre brings the world of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY to life on stage.

Video: Highlights From BEAUTIFUL �" THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL At Walnut Street Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Apr 2, 2024

Get an extended look at Walnut Street Theatre's final show of the 215th season - the highly anticipated BEAUTIFUL – THE Carole King MUSICAL.

Video: First Look At BEAUTIFUL �" THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL At Walnut Street Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Mar 28, 2024

Get a first look at Walnut Street Theatre's final show of the 215th season - the highly anticipated BEAUTIFUL – THE Carole King MUSICAL. Check out the cast in action in all-new video.

Photo: First Look At BEAUTIFUL �" THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL At Walnut Street Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2024

Get an exclusive first look at Carole King in the Broadway musical BEAUTIFUL. The sneak peek reveals King's captivating performance, stirring anticipation among fans and theatre enthusiasts.

BWW Q&A: Julia Udine of Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Walnut Street Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Dec 12, 2023

Walnut Street Theatre (WST) continues its 215th season with one of the most beloved stories of all time, Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. This magical musical is a timeless, enchanting story of love and hope and a delightful holiday season treat for the entire family. Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST begins previews on November 21, opens November 29, and runs through the holiday season ending December 31, 2023. The production is directed by Glenn Casale and choreographed by Kim Arnett.

Review: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Walnut Street Theatre
by Tony Oriente - Nov 30, 2023

WIt’s time for a Broadway revival of this classic show, and this theatergoer believes this production is it! When a “Tale as old as time” is so richly and beautifully packaged in 2023, one can only melt into the lush and stellar production of  Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEASST currently playing at The Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia. This reviewer caught the opening night performance of this nine-time Tony Award nominated masterpiece and was elated to be whisked away to the land of enchantment.hat did our critic think of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Walnut Street Theatre?

VIDEO: Watch a Teaser Trailer for Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Walnut Street Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 25, 2023

Walnut Street Theatre has released a teaser trailer for Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, now playing now through Dec 31st!⁠ Watch the trailer here!

Walnut Street Theatre to Continue 215th Season with Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2023

Get ready for a magical holiday production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast at Walnut Street Theatre. Previews start on November 21st, with the show running through December 31st, 2023.