Benjamin Franklin News

The Moonlight Amphitheatre Presents 1776 IN CONCERT

by Stephi Wild — June 27, 2018

A cast of leading regional musical theatre artists from throughout Southern California will join a live orchestra on the stage of the Moonlight Amphitheatre for one-night-only on Sat.

City Of Philadelphia To Honor Philly POPS 40th Anniversary During Weeklong July 4 Festival

by A.A. Cristi — June 21, 2018

This year's Wawa Welcome America festival, a weeklong July 4 celebration, will honor the 40th anniversary of The Philly POPS and its contributions to the community through its music education program and concert series honoring the military, veterans, and first responders.

Lincoln Center Reveals July Events, Including Mostly Mozart Festival and More

by Stephi Wild — June 20, 2018

Lincoln Center has revealed its calendar of events for July, including the Mostly Mozart Festival lineup.

Devin Ilaw, Dorcas Leung, and Charlotte Maltby to Helm 54 SINGS 1776

by Julie Musbach — June 11, 2018

FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Devin Ilaw, Dorcas Leung, and Charlotte Maltby in 54 Sings 1776 on July 3 and July 4, 2018.

Christ Church In Plain Air Project Continues With Free Music Box Workshop

by A.A. Cristi — June 7, 2018

In collaboration with the Neighborhood House program of Christ Church Preservation Trust, a catalyst for the arts at historic Christ Church, pianist and composer Phyllis Chen hosts the next PECO Family Jam at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens (PMG) on Sunday, July 8.

Nicki Minaj And Post Malone Headline 2018 MADE IN AMERICA Festival

by Macon Prickett — June 4, 2018

MADE IN AMERICA, the JAY-Z curated two-day music festival and staple of Labor Day Weekend, returns to Philadelphia for a seventh year.

New York Youth Symphony Season 2018/19 Announcement

by Julie Musbach — May 10, 2018

New York Youth Symphony (NYYS), is proud to continue its mission of providing an outstanding music education and performance opportunities to students between the ages of 12-22 by launching a new Musical Theater Composition program aimed at diversifying the world of musical theater.

Kathleen Chalfant To Receive Obie Award For Lifetime Achievement

by Julie Musbach — May 7, 2018

The American Theatre Wing and The Village Voice announce that Tony Award-nominated and three-time Obie-winning actress Kathleen Chalfant will receive a special Obie Award for Lifetime Achievement at the 63rd Annual Obie Awards.

Younes & Soraya Nazarian Center For The Performing Arts Announces 2018/19 Season

by A.A. Cristi — May 1, 2018

Continuing the momentum created with the current season launch of its Music Knows No Borders series, Executive Director Thor Steingraber unveils the Younes and Soraya Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts' 2018-19 Season, which features four world premieres, two American premieres, several of the

BENJAMIN FRANKLIN: AMERICAN GIGOLO... Dad's Garage Uncovers X-Rated Truths About Famed Statesman

by A.A. Cristi — April 30, 2018

Let's face it: "Hamilton" tickets are way too expensive.

Dad's Garage World Premieres BENJAMIN FRANKLIN: AMERICAN GIGOLO

by Julie Musbach — April 30, 2018

Let's face it: "Hamilton" tickets are way too expensive.

Outskirts Press Announces 2018 Reader Views Award Winners

by Robert Diamond — April 25, 2018

New Repertory Theatre Announces Updates To 2018-2019 Season

by A.A. Cristi — April 24, 2018

Featuring seven productions, New Rep's 2018-2019 season includes Straight White Men, a searing satirical comedy and New England Premiere; We Will Not Be Silent, a compelling historical drama and New England Premiere; 1776, a spirited musical revival; Heartland, an evocative existential drama and a N

WATCH: Promo For All New TIMELESS On NBC

by Tori Hartshorn — April 5, 2018

On the episode, 'The SALEM Witch Hunt', while Wyatt (Matt Lanter) sneaks away from the bunker to face an unbelievable truth, Lucy (Abigail Spencer), Rufus (Malcolm Barrett) and their former enemy-turned- teammate, Garcia Flynn (Goran Višnjic), chase the Mothership to the SALEM Witch Trials