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William Penn

 
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[Broadway, 1988]
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Metropolitan Ballet To Present VARIATIONS/COLLABORATIONS Concert, April 1 Photo Metropolitan Ballet To Present VARIATIONS/COLLABORATIONS Concert, April 1
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2023

Metropolitan Ballet brings a showcase of outstanding contemporary choreography to the stage this spring with premieres by Da' Von Doane, (formerly Dance Theatre of Harlem); Sarah Mettin, Artistic Associate of Metropolitan; and Maleek Washington, (Princess Grace Foundation, 2022 Award-winner for Choreography).

Philly Theatre Week to Return with 40+ Companies, 100+ Events and New Pay What You Ca Photo Philly Theatre Week to Return with 40+ Companies, 100+ Events and New Pay What You Can Tickets
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2023

Theatre Philadelphia will present the return of Philly Theatre Week featuring 100+ theatrical performances and events across the region between March 23 to April 2, 2023.

Indigenous Artist Creates Sound Installation At Pennsbury Manor, April 15 Photo Indigenous Artist Creates Sound Installation At Pennsbury Manor, April 15
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 1, 2023

This April, a year-long, immersive art and sound installation by Indigenous artist Nathan Young is coming to Pennsbury Manor (a reconstruction of William Penn's home) on the Delaware River in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.

Five Student Playwrights Honored as Finalists in Playwriting Competition at Delaware  Photo Five Student Playwrights Honored as Finalists in Playwriting Competition at Delaware Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2023

Delaware Theatre Company has announced the five winning plays in the 2022-2023 Delaware Young Playwrights Festival!   

Applied Mechanics Awarded $75,000 Project Grant From William Penn Foundation For 'Oth Photo Applied Mechanics Awarded $75,000 Project Grant From William Penn Foundation For 'Other Orbits'
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2023

Applied Mechanics, Philadelphia's visionary, multiracial collective of queer and genderqueer theater artists, is pleased to announce that they are the recipient of a $75,000 grant, through fiscal sponsor Headlong Dance Theater, from the William Penn Foundation for 'Other Orbits,' an immersive performance project.

Photos: First Look At UNFINISHED WOMEN At Camden Rep For Black History Month Photo Photos: First Look At UNFINISHED WOMEN At Camden Rep For Black History Month
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2023

Camden Repertory Theater celebrates Black History Month with an immersive production of Aishah Rahman’s rarely produced underground classic Unfinished Women Cry In No Man's Land While A Bird Dies In A Gilded Cage, directed by Chyna Michele and featuring music direction by JoJo Streater. See photos from the production.

Penn Live Arts To Present VOCES8, Martha Graham Dance Company and More In February 20 Photo Penn Live Arts To Present VOCES8, Martha Graham Dance Company and More In February 2023
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 27, 2023

Penn Live Arts has released its February 2023 Calendar of Events. Get full details!

Camden Rep Celebrates Black History Month With Revival of UNFINISHED WOMEN Photo Camden Rep Celebrates Black History Month With Revival of UNFINISHED WOMEN
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2023

Camden Repertory Theater celebrates Black History Month with an immersive production of Aishah Rahman's rarely produced underground classic Unfinished Women Cry In No Man's Land While A Bird Dies In A Gilded Cage, directed by Chyna Morrison and featuring music direction by JoJo Streater.

The Philadelphia Orchestra's Free Digital Video Series OUR CITY, YOUR ORCHESTRA Retur Photo The Philadelphia Orchestra's Free Digital Video Series OUR CITY, YOUR ORCHESTRA Returns January 15
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 3, 2023

The Philadelphia Orchestra's free online video series Our City, Your Orchestra will return with new episodes starting January 15, 2023. The digital series uncovers and amplifies the voices, stories, and causes championed by unique Philadelphia organizations and businesses.

Inis Nua Theatre Company to Present 10 DATES WITH MAD MARY as Part of Pop-Up Play in  Photo Inis Nua Theatre Company to Present 10 DATES WITH MAD MARY as Part of Pop-Up Play in a Pub
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2022

Inis Nua Theatre Company will open its 19th season with the American premiere of 10 Dates With Mad Mary, written by Yasmine Akram. This comedy play tells the story of Mary McArdle, an antisocial young woman trying to find a date for her best friend’s wedding. The show runs from October 26, 2022 until November 6, for a total of eight performances.

William Penn Videos

BWW Exclusive: Watch a Sneak Peek from THE GOLDBERGS Upcoming Musical Episode Videoplay
BWW Exclusive: Watch a Sneak Peek from THE GOLDBERGS Upcoming Musical Episode

by BroadwayWorld TV - Apr 13, 2020

BroadwayWorld has an exclusive sneak peek of the upcoming musical episode of ABC's The Goldbergs! The episode features the return of Ana Gasteyer, who plays Ms. Cinoman, the drama teacher.

VIDEO: Watch Lainey Lewis Go 'Full Pfeiffer' in a Preview of Season Two of SCHOOLED! Videoplay
VIDEO: Watch Lainey Lewis Go 'Full Pfeiffer' in a Preview of Season Two of SCHOOLED!

by Stage Tube - Sep 26, 2019

Inspired by Michelle Pfeiffer in 'Dangerous Minds,' Lainey Lewis (AJ Michalka) starts her second year of teaching at William Penn Academy as every student's worst nightmare: a teacher who cares. Watch 'Schooled' WEDNESDAY 8:30|7:30c on ABC, and watch the clip below!

BWW TV: ABC's SCHOOLED Brings A RENT Duet To the Small Screen Videoplay
BWW TV: ABC's SCHOOLED Brings A RENT Duet To the Small Screen

by BroadwayWorld TV - Feb 8, 2019

Rent hits the small screen once again this week. as the students of William Penn high school on the new series Schooled take on the musical Rent, See what magic happens when a jock and a theatre kid team up for one of the show's most famous duets, 'What You Own' below!

Casting Announced For Royal And Derngate's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
by BWW News Desk - Oct 28, 2016

Casting has been announced for the much-anticipated European Premiere of Peter and the Starcatcher, being staged by Northampton's Royal & Derngate this Christmas.


William Penn Frequently Asked Questions

How many shows has William Penn written?
William Penn has written 1 shows including The Supper Club (Composer).