Tony Braithwaite

MOST WONDERFUL TIME Comes to Act II Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2025

Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “Most Wonderful Time”: a comedy cabaret for the holiday season.  Act II Playhouse Artistic Director, Tony Braithwaite, will return to the Playhouse stage for an evening of comedy and music. 

Julia Scotti Returns To Act II Playhouse For One Night Only
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2025

Comedian Julia Scotti will return to Act II Playhouse in Ambler, PA, for a one-night-only performance on November 22, 2025. Known for her appearances on America’s Got Talent and Showtime’s More Funny Women of a Certain Age, Scotti brings her acclaimed comedy back to the stage where she recorded her album Primal Cuts.

THEATRE PEOPLE, OR THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR Comes to Act II Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2025

Act II Playhouse will kick off their 2025-2026 Season with the hilarious farce, “Theatre People, Or The Angel Next Door” by Paul Slade Smith. 

A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING Comes to Act II Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2025

Act II Playhouse will round out its 2024-2025 Season with its latest production, “Rodgers & Hammerstein’s A Grand Night for Singing”.  The production features Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II.

Jennifer Childs And Tony Braithwaite To Reunite For 1812 Productions' LET'S PRETEND WE'RE MARRIED
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2025

Philadelphia theatre legends Tony Braithwaite and Jennifer Childs will reunite on stage for the return of their popular 2013 production Let's Pretend We're Married, a delightful cabaret presented by 1812 Productions. Learn how to purchase tickets.

MISERY, PROOF, and More Set For Act II Playhouse 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2025

Act II Playhouse has announced its slate of 2025-2026 productions. Subscriptions and discount rates are now available. Learn more about the full season here!

Act II Playhouse To Stage DIAL M FOR MURDER
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2025

Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “Dial M For Murder” adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher from the Frederick Knott original. Previews for “Dial M For Murder” begin Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

GRACE AND GLORIE Comes to Act II Playhouse This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2025

Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “Grace and Glorie,” a heartwarming comedy/drama by Tom Ziegler. The production stars Penelope Reed.

CHRISTMAS IN THE CATSKILLS 2 Announced At Act II Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2024

Act II Playhouse has announced the return of CHRISTMAS IN THE CATSKILLS 2, running from December 1-31. The production stars Act II Artistic Director, Tony Braithwaite. 

THE OUTSIDER Comes to Act II Playhouse Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2024

 Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, the comedy “The Outsider” by Paul Slade Smith.  Previews begin October 8, 2024 and the production opens Friday, October 11. “The Outsider” runs through Sunday, November 3, 2024. 

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.

AN ACT OF GOD Comes to Act II Playhouse Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2024

 Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “An Act of God” by David Javerbaum. The Act II production stars 3-time Barrymore Award-winner Tony Braithwaite as God. 

FOREVER PLAID Comes to Act II Playhouse in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024

 Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “Forever Plaid”, the beloved musical by Stuart Ross. 

Act II Playhouse Announces 2024-2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2024

Act II Playhouse Artistic Director Tony Braithwaite announced the slate of shows for the theatre's 2024-2025 season following the  first preview performance of “It's Only a Play.” Subscriptions and discount rates are now available for all six productions.

IT'S ONLY A PLAY Comes to Act II Playhouse Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2024

Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “It’s Only a Play”, a comedy by the late Terrence McNally. The production stars Tony Braithwaite leading a hilarious ensemble.

Act II Playhouse to Present Three First Ladies of the United States in One-Woman Show TEA FOR THREE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 26, 2023

Act II Playhouse will present “Tea For Three” by Eric H. Weinberger and Elaine Bromka. Learn how to purchase tickets!

BEVERLY JOHNSON: IN VOGUE to be Presented Off-Broadway at 59E59 Theaters
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2023

Act II Playhouse with Bud Martin will co-produce “Beverly Johnson: In VOGUE” off-Broadway at 59E59 Theaters.

Act II Playhouse Honors Comedy Legends In World Premiere Comedy Cabaret Starring Tony Braithwaite
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2023

Act II Playhouse announces its latest production entitled “Christmas in the Catskills”; an original comedy cabaret starring Philadelphia's Funniest Man, Tony Braithwaite. 

GASLIGHT Comes to Act II Playhouse in September
by Stephi Wild - Aug 29, 2023

Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, the classic thriller “Gaslight” by Patrick Hamilton.

Act II Playhouse Celebrates 25 Years With Proclamation From Ambler Mayor
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 20, 2023

Act II Playhouse received an official proclamation celebrating their 25th anniversary from Ambler mayor, Jeanne Sorg.