Ian Merrill Peakes News

THE WEIR to Open at Lantern Theater Company in November

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 12, 2026

Lantern Theater Company will present Conor McPherson's THE WEIR, directed by Matt Pfeiffer, at St.

THE LIFESPAN OF A FACT to be Presented at Act II Playhouse

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 8, 2026

Act II Playhouse has revealed its latest production, The Lifespan of a Fact, a funny and thought-provoking comedy by Jeremy Kareken & David Murrell and Gordon Farrell.

HAMLET and ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD to Run in Repertory at Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival

by A.A. Cristi — July 3, 2025

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival will present a bold repertory pairing of Shakespeare’s Hamlet and Tom Stoppard’s Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead this summer, running July 9 through August 3 on the Main Stage at the Labuda Center for the Performing Arts at DeSales University.

STEEL MAGNOLIAS, TWELFTH NIGHT, and More Set For People's Light 2025/26 Season

by Stephi Wild — May 1, 2025

People's Light has announced its 2025/26 season, a dynamic blend of world premieres, time-honored classics and searing social reflection, continuing the theatre's bold tradition of art that inspires conversation, community and change.

BIRTHDAY CANDLES is Coming to People’s Light This Spring

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 31, 2025

People’s Light is continuing its 50th Anniversary Season with Birthday Candles, a heartwarming and thought-provoking play by Noah Haidle.

Review: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at Gulfshore Playhouse

by Elizabeth James — February 18, 2025

Gulfshore Playhouse's production of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY tells the story of the Lehman brothers and the rise and fall of their financial empire.

THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Comes to Gulfshore Playhouse.

by Stephi Wild — January 15, 2025

The cast and creative team have been announced for the critically acclaimed Tony Award-winning play, The Lehman Trilogy at Gulfshore Playhouse.

Gulfshore Playhouse Celebrates Grand Unveiling of the Baker Theatre and Education Center

by A.A. Cristi — October 24, 2024

On Thursday, October 17, 2024, Gulfshore Playhouse hosted the highly anticipated unveiling of its state-of-the-art Baker Theatre and Education Center.

1812 Productions Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG & More

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 1, 2024

1812 Productions announces its 2024/2025 season featuring popular hits like THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, and more.

THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR Comes to Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival

by Stephi Wild — June 26, 2024

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival will present Shakespeare’s fan favorite comedy, The Merry Wives of Windsor.

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Kicks Off The Summer Season With THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG

by A.A. Cristi — May 22, 2024

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival partners with Philadelphia’s 1812 Productions to launch the summer season with THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, promising a hilarious and entertaining theatrical experience.

Lantern Theater Company to Continue 30th Anniversary Season With FAITH HEALER By Brian Friel

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 16, 2024

Lantern Theater Company continues its 30th anniversary season with Brian Friel's masterpiece play, Faith Healer.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Philadelphia Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

by BWW Awards — December 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight.

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Philadelphia Awards; 13 THE MUSICAL, 12 CHAIRS, Newtown Arts Company & More Lead!

by BWW Awards — December 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards; 13 THE MUSICAL, 12 CHAIRS, Newtown Arts Company & More Lead!

by BWW Awards — December 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards December 5th Standings; YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN Leads Best Musical!

by BWW Awards — December 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!