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LA OTRA World Premiere and More Set for 1812 Productions 2025/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2025

1812 Productions, Philadelphia's all-comedy theater company, is launching a robust 2025/26 season, featuring two world premieres, and more. See full programming here!

Interview: Theatre Life with Rayanne Gonzales
by Elliot Lanes - Mar 24, 2025

Today’s subject Rayanne Gonzales is currently living her theatre life onstage at Signature Theatre in a role she is very familiar with. Through May 4th in Signature’s MAX space, Rayanne is portraying Abuela Claudia in In The Heights.

1812 Productions Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2024

1812 Productions announces its 2024/2025 season featuring popular hits like THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, and more.

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Kicks Off The Summer Season With THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2024

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival partners with Philadelphia’s 1812 Productions to launch the summer season with THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, promising a hilarious and entertaining theatrical experience.

Video: Get A First Look at THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at The Arden Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Mar 12, 2024

Get a first look at The Lehman Trilogy, the 2022 Tony Award winner for Best Play as it makes its highly anticipated Philadelphia premiere March 13 at Arden Theatre Company. Check out the video!

Tony Award-Winning Play THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Makes Its Philadelphia Premiere March 13 At The Arden Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2024

Experience the Tony Award-winning play, The Lehman Trilogy, as it makes its Philadelphia premiere at The Arden Theatre Company. This epic theatrical triumph takes audiences on a three-hour journey exploring nearly two centuries of the Lehman family from their humble beginnings to the devastating failure of a financial institution that would bring the global economy to its knees. 

1812 Productions to Celebrate Its 100th Ever Production With THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2023

1812 Productions celebrates its 100th production with the return of 'This Is The Week That Is'. Don't miss this Philly favorite at Plays & Players Theater from November 24 to December 31.

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Unveils 2024 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 19, 2023

Discover the upcoming season of Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival, featuring Shakespeare plays, musicals, and children's theatre. Explore the theme of 'Persistence of Love' and experience engaging performances that celebrate love in all its forms. Get ready for an exciting summer of theater!

Theatre Philadelphia Unveils First Full Slate Of Barrymore Nominees Since 2019
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2023

The Barrymore Awards return to honor the 2022-2023 theatre season in Philadelphia. With 66 productions recommended, this year's nominations celebrate the diversity of local artists and theatre companies. Stay tuned for the ceremony date and location announcement.

1812 Productions To Present The Philadelphia Professional Premiere Of THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2023

1812 Productions, Philadelphia's all comedy theatre company, is preparing for the professional regional premiere of The Play That Goes Wrong, Broadway's smash hit comedy.

Photos: Celia Keenan Bolger, Sara Bareilles, and More Attend Opening Night of THE APPOINTMENT
by Bruce Glikas - Jan 20, 2023

Lightning Rod Special presents a return engagement of their critically acclaimed musical The Appointment. The production had its opening night recently, and stars attended include Celia Keenan Bolger, Sara Bareilles, and more. Check out photos here!

Lightning Rod Special to Present Return Engagement of THE APPOINTMENT at WP Theater in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2022

Lightning Rod Special will present a return engagement of their critically acclaimed musical The Appointment, lead written by Alice Yorke (SPEECH), Eva Steinmetz (SIGN FELT!), Scott R. Sheppard (Underground Railroad Game), and Alex Bechtel (The Light Princess).

Photos: First Look at 1812 Productions' THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS at Plays & Players Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 4, 2022

Philadelphia’s all comedy theatre company has kicked off their 2022-23 season with the return of their popular political satire, THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS. This year’s production runs now through December 31 at Plays & Players Theatre. Check out photos here!

1812 Productions' Sketch Satire THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS to Return in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2022

1812 Productions, Philadelphia's all comedy theatre company, will kick off their 2022-23 season with the return of their popular political satire, THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS. This year's production will run December 1 through December 31 at Plays & Players Theatre, 1714 Delancey Place, Philadelphia.

The People's Light Panto to Return With ALICE IN WONDERLAND in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2022

A beloved holiday tradition will return to People’s Light with the world premiere of Alice in Wonderland: A Musical Panto. Alice in Wonderland: A Musical Panto runs November 16 through January 1 on the Leonard C. Haas Stage.

VIDEO: First Look at The Arden Theatre Company's Production of INTO THE WOODS
by Alan Henry - Jun 8, 2022

Get a first look at Into The Woods at Arden Theatre Company! The Arden Theatre Company's long-time affiliation with the works of Stephen Sondheim continues this summer as the company prepares a new production of his well-known musical INTO THE WOODS.

Photos: First Look at INTO THE WOODS at the Arden Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2022

Featuring music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by James Lapine, the show - which explores the journey to the fairy tales' happy ending and the responsibilities that come with happily ever after-will play the F. Otto Haas Stage from tonight, June 2 through July 3, 2022.

1812 Productions Announces Digital Extension Of THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2022

1812 Productions, Philadelphia's all comedy theatre company, has announced a one-week digital extension of their popular political satire, THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS. A celebrated part of the Philadelphia theatre season for the past 16 years, the show delivers sharp satire and content that changes with the headlines.

Photos: First Look at The Arden Theatre Company's Production of INTO THE WOODS
by Marissa Tomeo - May 22, 2022

The Arden Theatre Company’s long-time affiliation with the works of Stephen Sondheim continues this summer as the company prepares a new production of his well-known musical INTO THE WOODS. Featuring music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by James Lapine, the show – which explores the journey to the fairy tales’ happy ending and the responsibilities that come with happily ever after–will play the F. Otto Haas Stage from June 2 through July 3, 2022.

Arden Theatre Company Announces New Production of Sondheim's INTO THE WOODS
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2022

The Arden Theatre Company's long-time affiliation with the works of Stephen Sondheim continues this summer as the company prepares a new production of his well-known musical INTO THE WOODS. Find out when the show is running and how to get tickets.