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The Wilma Theater and LOLST Partner to Stream Jon Fosse’s A SUMMER DAY On Demand
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 8, 2025

Following its recent regional premiere run, Philadelphia’s Wilma Theater is partnering with the League of Live Stream Theater (LOLST) to present a digital on-demand stream of A Summer Day by Nobel Prize-winning playwright Jon Fosse.

Photos: ARCHDUKE At The Wilma Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2025

The Wilma Theater will present the regional premiere of Archduke by award-winning playwright Rajiv Joseph. See brand-new photos from the production. The regional premiere of Archduke runs from April 15 to May 4.

People's Light Announces 50th Anniversary Season Productions, With Special Programming & Events
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2024

People's Light celebrates its 50th Anniversary with a diverse season of productions, special programming, and events.

The Wilma Theater Presents Radical New Production Of THE GOOD PERSON OF SETZUAN
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2024

Discover the radically reclaimed production of THE GOOD PERSON OF SETZUAN by Bertolt Brecht at The Wilma Theater.

People's Light Hosts Acclaimed Theatre Artists At Malvern Campus For Second New Works Residency Program, The Kiln
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2024

Malvern-based theatre company People's Light (39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355) announces the second year of its New Works Lab, The Kiln, an annual program where theatre artists are invited to gather, develop, and showcase works-in-progress.

Arden Theatre Company Extends LADYSITTING For a Second Time
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2024

 Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company has announced the second extension of its third production of the 2023/24 season, the world premiere of Ladysitting.

VIDEO: Get A First Look at LADYSITTING at Arden Theatre Company; Now Extended
by Alan Henry - Jan 29, 2024

Get a first look at Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company's world premiere of Ladysitting. Ladysitting is written by Lorene Cary, acclaimed Philadelphia-based author and playwright, University of Pennsylvania senior lecturer, and advocate.

Interview: Tony Award Winner Trezana Beverley Talks World Premiere of Lorene Cary's LADYSITTING at Arden Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2024

In this exclusive interview, Trezana Beverley discusses her experience starring in the world premiere of Ladysitting at the Arden Theatre. Discover the heartwarming story of this tribute to a grandmother's journey and get an inside look into the cast and creative team behind the production.

LADYSITTING Extends at Arden Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2024

 Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company announced the extension of its third production of the 2023/24 season, the world premiere of Ladysitting.

Theatre Philadelphia Reveals 2022-2023 Barrymore Award Recipients
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2023

Theatre Philadelphia has revealed the 2022-2023 Barrymore Award recipients, honoring the local theater community in the Greater Philadelphia region.

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.

Photos: First Look at BROADS at 1812 Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2023

Get a first look at 1812 Productions' wildly popular celebration of women in comedy, BROADS.

Photos: First Look at the Cast of BROADS at 1812 Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2023

Get a first look at photos of the cast of the comedy BROADS at 1812 Productions.

Photos: First Look at FAIRVIEW Directed by Pulitzer Prize Winner James Ijames - Now Extended at The Wilma Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 8, 2022

The Wilma Theater announced today a one-week extension for Fairview, the groundbreaking 2019 Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Jackie Sibblies Drury, directed by Pulitzer Prize winner James Ijames. Originally set to close on Saturday June 18, the production will now conclude its run on Sunday June 26. Take a look at photos of the production!

The Wilma Theater Presents Pulitzer Prize-Winning Play FAIRVIEW
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2022

The Wilma Theater finishes its 2021-22 Season with Fairview, the groundbreaking 2019 Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Jackie Sibblies Drury, directed by Pulitzer Prize-winner James Ijames.

BWW Review: World Premiere of R. Eric Thomas' BACKING TRACK at Arden Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2022

Arden Theatre Company, which returned to the stage this past January with a triumphant production of A Streetcar Named Desire, is back with the world premiere of R. Eric Thomas’ Backing Track.

Photos: First Look at BACKING TRACK at the Arden Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2022

Celebrated humorist, television writer, playwright, and national bestselling author R. Eric Thomas will celebrate the world premiere of his new play, Backing Track, at Philadelphia's Arden Theatre Company this winter. Thomas' humorous new work, commissioned by the Arden, will run from March 3 - April 10, 2022.

Lightning Rod Special Launches Three-Part Audio Series With NOSEJOB
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2021

Lightning Rod Special is launching Sound Break, a new series of audio works made in LRS’s signature explosive style. These three brand-new audio shows to be released throughout 2021 are designed for at-home listening, available for free online to all listeners. Sound Break is theater when and where you want it.

The Wilma Theater Presents Four Original Hothouse Shorts This February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 19, 2021

The Wilma Theater has announce that its acclaimed acting company will be releasing four HotHouse Shorts during the month of February.

People's Light Launches Digital Winter/Spring Season With A CHRISTMAS CAROL In Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2020

People's Light announces a Winter/Spring Digital Season of premium online performances streaming on their virtual stage, Always On.