Philadelphia Theatre Company
Latest News on Philadelphia Theatre Company:
Cast Set For Workshop Presentation of A MIST UPON THE WINDOW (Jul 7, 2025)
PRIMARY TRUST, CAESAR And More Set for Philadelphia Theatre Company 2025/26 Season (Jun 17, 2025)
Philadelphia Theatre Company Cancels June 14 Matinee of SMALL BALL Due to Planned Protests (Jun 14, 2025)
Cast Set For Workshop Presentation of A MIST UPON THE WINDOW (Jul 7, 2025)
PRIMARY TRUST, CAESAR And More Set for Philadelphia Theatre Company 2025/26 Season (Jun 17, 2025)
Philadelphia Theatre Company Cancels June 14 Matinee of SMALL BALL Due to Planned Protests (Jun 14, 2025)
Productions
Awards and Nominations
winner
The Barrymore Awards - 2012 - Outstanding ensemble in a musical
Philadelphia Theatre CompanyThe Scottsboro Boys
winner
The Barrymore Awards - 2012 - Outstanding overall production of a musical
Philadelphia Theatre CompanyThe Scottsboro Boys
The Barrymore Awards - 2012 - Outstanding overall production of a play
Philadelphia Theatre CompanyThe Outgoing Tide
Videos
Video: Jordon Dobson Performs 'Santa Cruz' from NIGHT SIDE SONGS at A.R.T.
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-03-27 15:30:20
Video: Inside Rehearsals of Philadelphia Theatre Company's NIGHT SIDE SONGS
by Joshua Wright - 2025-01-06 15:42:25
Video: Get A First Look At Philadelphia Theatre Company's THE DUAT
by Joshua Wright - 2024-06-13 16:37:07
Video: Learn More About Philadelphia Theatre Company's Immersive THE DUAT
by Joshua Wright - 2024-04-15 10:49:14
Video: Cast Members Rachel Handler and Christian Prentice on Philadelphia Theatre Company's COST OF LIVING
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-13 10:39:49
Video: Kiko Laureano and Director Taibi Magar Discuss AN AMERICAN TAIL THE MUSICAL on Fox 9
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-05-14 14:12:05
VIDEO: First Look at Philadelphia Theatre Company's Production of LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL
by Alan Henry - 2023-04-12 16:42:00
Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-02-01 12:00:20
VIDEO: Raymond J. Lee Talks ALADDIN & More on the Latest Episode of 32 BAR CUT
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-07-01 14:20:02
VIDEO: Derrick Cobey Talks KISS ME, KATE & More on the Latest Episode of 32 BAR CUT
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-05-27 12:31:00
VIDEO: See Rodney Hicks and More in the Trailer For New Film MIGHTY OAK
by Stephi Wild - 2020-05-23 18:18:27
VIDEO: Watch Rodney Hicks Sing 'Watch It Fall from HART ISLAND
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-07-24 09:47:54
VIDEO: Eight Local Stars To Take Stage In Philadelphia Theatre Company's SWEAT
by Alan Henry - 2018-10-16 17:01:59
Rodney Hicks Writes Heartfelt Message About Reason for COME FROM AWAY Exit
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-08-01 17:03:03
TV Exclusive: Meet the Nominees- ON THE TOWN's Joshua Bergasse- 'To Bring It Back is Such an Honor'
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-05-10 15:00:45
News
Cast Set For Workshop Presentation of A MIST UPON THE WINDOW
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2025
Casting has been announced for A MIST UPON THE WINDOW, a new play by Nick Rafello. A private industry workshop will be presented at Manocherian Mainstage at Milliron Studios in New York City.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2025
Casting has been announced for A MIST UPON THE WINDOW, a new play by Nick Rafello. A private industry workshop will be presented at Manocherian Mainstage at Milliron Studios in New York City.
PRIMARY TRUST, CAESAR And More Set for Philadelphia Theatre Company 2025/26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2025
Philadelphia Theatre Company has announced its 2025/26 season, featuring three dynamic mainstage productions and a robust lineup of special programming.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2025
Philadelphia Theatre Company has announced its 2025/26 season, featuring three dynamic mainstage productions and a robust lineup of special programming.
Philadelphia Theatre Company Cancels June 14 Matinee of SMALL BALL Due to Planned Protests
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2025
The Philadelphia Theatre Company has announced the cancellation of the 2:00 PM performance of Small Ball on Saturday, June 14, due to anticipated disruptions related to planned protests in Center City.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2025
The Philadelphia Theatre Company has announced the cancellation of the 2:00 PM performance of Small Ball on Saturday, June 14, due to anticipated disruptions related to planned protests in Center City.
BLACK SWAN, WONDER World Premiere Musicals And More Set for American Repertory Theater 2025/26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2025
American Repertory Theater has announced its 2025/26 season, highlighted by two major world premiere musicals adapted from beloved films—Black Swan and Wonder—featuring a slate of Broadway talent both on and offstage.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2025
American Repertory Theater has announced its 2025/26 season, highlighted by two major world premiere musicals adapted from beloved films—Black Swan and Wonder—featuring a slate of Broadway talent both on and offstage.
![THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) [REVISED] [REVISED AGAIN] at Gre Photo](https://cloudimages.broadwayworld.com/columnpiccloud/200200-8386e6f160c44170cc3cac896ea5aca5.jpg)
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.
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.
Philadelphia Theatre Company Reveals Casting And Creative Team For SMALL BALL
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2025
Philadelphia Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team of its season-closing production, Small Ball. Small Ball is an off-beat and surreal musical about a professional basketball team, a mysterious new recruit, a tiny island nation, and the big questions that bounce between them.
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2025
Philadelphia Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team of its season-closing production, Small Ball. Small Ball is an off-beat and surreal musical about a professional basketball team, a mysterious new recruit, a tiny island nation, and the big questions that bounce between them.
Briana Carlson-Goodman Joins MOMS' NIGHT OUT Summer Show at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2025
Briana Carlson-Goodman will join Moms' Night Out: The Summer Show at The Green Room 42. Learn more about the upcoming event and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2025
Briana Carlson-Goodman will join Moms' Night Out: The Summer Show at The Green Room 42. Learn more about the upcoming event and see how to purchase tickets here!
Adam Chanler-Berat, Jordan Dobson and More to Star in SMALL BALL at Philadelphia Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2025
Philadelphia Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team of its season-closing production, Small Ball. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2025
Philadelphia Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team of its season-closing production, Small Ball. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025
The Drama League announced the 2025 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, and the much-coveted Distinguished Performance Award. We have the full list of nominees here!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025
The Drama League announced the 2025 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, and the much-coveted Distinguished Performance Award. We have the full list of nominees here!
Interview: SISTER ACT: BEHIND THE HABIT with Sherri L. Edelen
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 16, 2025
Today is the third installment of out weeklong series Sister Act: Behind The Habit. It’s time to introduce you to one more performer who brings the show to life eight times a week and this one is a legend of the DC theatre community to be sure. Sherri L. Edelen plays Mother Superior and trust me, it’s a performance for the holy books and beyond.
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 16, 2025
Today is the third installment of out weeklong series Sister Act: Behind The Habit. It’s time to introduce you to one more performer who brings the show to life eight times a week and this one is a legend of the DC theatre community to be sure. Sherri L. Edelen plays Mother Superior and trust me, it’s a performance for the holy books and beyond.
Tony-Winning Composer and Lyricist William Finn Dies at 73
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that composer and lyricist William Finn has died at age 73. Finn is best known for his Tony-winning work on the musical Falsettos, as well as The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, A New Brain, and more.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that composer and lyricist William Finn has died at age 73. Finn is best known for his Tony-winning work on the musical Falsettos, as well as The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, A New Brain, and more.
Review: American Repertory Theater's NIGHT SIDE SONGS Shows Power of Community and Music
by R. Scott Reedy - Apr 7, 2025
What did our critic think of NIGHT SIDE SONGS at American Repertory Theater?
by R. Scott Reedy - Apr 7, 2025
What did our critic think of NIGHT SIDE SONGS at American Repertory Theater?
Photos: Mary Testa, Jordan Dobson and More in NIGHT SIDE SONGS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025
The American Repertory Theater/Philadelphia Theatre Company’s world-premiere production of Night Side Songs is running at two venues in A.R.T.’s community. See photos here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025
The American Repertory Theater/Philadelphia Theatre Company’s world-premiere production of Night Side Songs is running at two venues in A.R.T.’s community. See photos here!
Broadway in Worcester Will Host Night Side Songs in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2025
Broadway in Worcester will present Night Side Songs, a musical by Daniel and Patrick Lazour and directed by Taibi Magar, for one night only. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2025
Broadway in Worcester will present Night Side Songs, a musical by Daniel and Patrick Lazour and directed by Taibi Magar, for one night only. Learn more here!
Video: Jordan Dobson Performs 'Santa Cruz' from NIGHT SIDE SONGS at A.R.T.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 27, 2025
Watch a new music video of Broadway alum Jordan Dobson perform 'Santa Cruz' from the musical theater experience Night Side Songs at The American Repertory Theater.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 27, 2025
Watch a new music video of Broadway alum Jordan Dobson perform 'Santa Cruz' from the musical theater experience Night Side Songs at The American Repertory Theater.
Philadelphia's PlayPenn Announces Reimagined 2025 New Play Development Conference
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 17, 2025
PlayPenn, a national new play development center based in Philadelphia, has announced the 2025 New Play Development Conference, taking place from July 5th to July 20th, 2025. For nearly two decades, PlayPenn has been a cornerstone of new play development, providing a vital platform for playwrights to create, collaborate and connect.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 17, 2025
PlayPenn, a national new play development center based in Philadelphia, has announced the 2025 New Play Development Conference, taking place from July 5th to July 20th, 2025. For nearly two decades, PlayPenn has been a cornerstone of new play development, providing a vital platform for playwrights to create, collaborate and connect.
National Alliance For Musical Theatre Reveals Initial Programming And Panelists For 2025 Spring Conference
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2025
National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced initial programming and panelists for the Spring Conference titled “Backstage to Box Office: Building Better Branding” which takes place on Wednesday, April 9 – Friday, April 11, at Red Mountain Theatre and other locations around Birmingham, Alabama.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2025
National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced initial programming and panelists for the Spring Conference titled “Backstage to Box Office: Building Better Branding” which takes place on Wednesday, April 9 – Friday, April 11, at Red Mountain Theatre and other locations around Birmingham, Alabama.
Broadway's OTHELLO: Meet the All-Star Cast as Previews Begin at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025
Discover the star-studded cast of Broadway's OTHELLO as previews launch tonight, February 24, 2025, at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Premiere set for March 23.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025
Discover the star-studded cast of Broadway's OTHELLO as previews launch tonight, February 24, 2025, at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Premiere set for March 23.
Photos: MACBETH IN STRIDE at Harvey Theater at the BAM Strong
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2025
BAM in association with Philadelphia Theatre Company, Shakespeare Theatre Company and Yale Repertory Theatre will present Macbeth in Stride, written and performed by Whitney White and directed by Tyler Dobrowsky and Taibi Magar. See photos from the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2025
BAM in association with Philadelphia Theatre Company, Shakespeare Theatre Company and Yale Repertory Theatre will present Macbeth in Stride, written and performed by Whitney White and directed by Tyler Dobrowsky and Taibi Magar. See photos from the production.
Theaters Throughout The Greater Philadelphia Region To Dim Lights In Honor Of Carrie Gorn
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2025
On Thursday, February 6 at 7PM, regional theaters throughout the greater Philadelphia region will take part in a light dimming ceremony to honor the passing of Carrie Gorn, a longtime publicist and champion of arts and theater in Philadelphia, who died suddenly on January 29 at age 49.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2025
On Thursday, February 6 at 7PM, regional theaters throughout the greater Philadelphia region will take part in a light dimming ceremony to honor the passing of Carrie Gorn, a longtime publicist and champion of arts and theater in Philadelphia, who died suddenly on January 29 at age 49.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Philadelphia Theatre Company been nominated for?
Outstanding ensemble in a musical (The Barrymore Awards) for The Scottsboro Boys, Outstanding overall production of a musical (The Barrymore Awards) for The Scottsboro Boys and Outstanding overall production of a play (The Barrymore Awards) for The Outgoing Tide.
What awards has Philadelphia Theatre Company won?
Philadelphia Theatre Company has won the Barrymore Awards for Outstanding Ensemble in a Musical and Outstanding Overall Production of a Musical, both for The Scottsboro Boys.
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