Lightning Rod Special

The Wilma Theater Launches Digital Presentation of Cabaret Show POOR JUDGE
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 4, 2026

Following the in-person run, Philadelphia-based theater company The Wilma Theater has launched the digital presentation of the Barrymore Award-winning production, Poor Judge – A Pig Iron Production.

POOR JUDGE is Now Playing at the Wilma Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

The Wilma Theater is presenting the return of the Barrymore Award-winning production, Poor Judge – A Pig Iron Production, a dance-theater cabaret set to the music of Grammy Award-winning artist Aimee Mann.

Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards; CATS Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards; The Milford Theater Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards; CATS Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards; The Milford Theater Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards; MY FAIR LADY Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

The Civilians Reveals 16th Annual R&D Group & 2025/26 Next Forever Commissions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2025

The Civilians has revealed its 25th anniversary season, featuring the newest members of its R&D Group and more. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets here!

WALDEN Comes to InterAct Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2025

InterAct Theatre Company will continue its tradition of bold, timely storytelling with the Philadelphia premiere of WALDEN by Amy Berryman, directed by InterAct's Producing Artistic Director Seth Rozin with assistant Director Lisi Levy.

Alex Bechtel's PENELOPE Will Return to Joe's Pub For Live Album Recording Concerts
by Stephi Wild - Aug 20, 2025

Following productions at Hudson Valley Shakespeare, Signature Theatre in DC, and Theatre Horizon/Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival, Alex Bechtel's Penelope will return to Joe's Pub.

THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) [REVISED] [REVISED AGAIN] at Gretna Theatre
by Emmy Rice - Jun 1, 2025

This summer, Gretna Theatre sets the stage for Shakespearean mayhem as it presents The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [revised again] - a laugh-out-loud comedy featuring all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays in under 100 minutes.

World Premiere of SPACE OPERA Launches in Philadelphia
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2025

Philadelphia-based and worker-owned Obvious Agency premieres its newest production, Space Opera, a “playable theater” and sci-fi/fantasy game for building empowered community.

SPACE OPERA Comes to Philly This June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2025

 Philadelphia-based and worker-owned Obvious Agency will premiere its newest production, Space Opera, a “playable theater” and sci-fi/fantasy game for building empowered community.

The Bushwick Starr to Present World Premiere of Shayok Misha Chowdhury's RHEOLOGY
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 18, 2025

The Bushwick Starr is partnering with HERE Arts Center and Ma-Yi Theater Company to present the world premiere of Rheology, written and directed by Pulitzer Prize finalist and Obie Award winner Shayok Misha Chowdhury.

Philly Theatre Week Will Return in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025

Theatre Philadelphia has announced the return of Philly Theatre Week 2025. This 10-day celebration will feature over 50 events, showcasing the diverse and dynamic theatre community of the Greater Philadelphia region

FRANKLIN'S KEY Comes to Pig Iron Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Feb 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.

Pig Iron Theatre Co. Presents FRANKLIN'S KEY World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2025

The internationally acclaimed, award-winning 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.

Tickets Now On Sale For The Hearth's World Premiere Of RACECAR RACECAR RACECAR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2024

Explore the world premiere of RACECAR RACECAR RACECAR by Kallan Dana, directed by Sarah Blush, at the Connelly Theater. Follow a father and daughter on a surreal road trip. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

The Hearth To Present World Premiere Of Kallan Dana's RACECAR RACECAR RACECAR
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2024

The Hearth announced the World Premiere of Kallan Dana's RACECAR RACECAR RACECAR, directed by Sarah Blush, running December 2-22 at the Connelly Theater. The play explores a daughter and father's surreal road trip.

FringeArts Appoints Nell Bang-Jensen as New CEO And Producing Director
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2024

The FringeArts Board of Directors is pleased to announce that, after a nationwide search conducted by Arts Consulting Group, award-winning theater director, creator, and arts administrator Nell Bang-Jensen has been appointed as the organization's new Chief Executive Officer and Producing Director.