Walnut Street Theatre News

Walnut Street Theatre has released first look footage of 1776, Sherman Edwards and Peter Stone's classic award-winning Broadway musical, now playing through May 31, 2026 as part of Philadelphia's celebration commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Playhouse on Park is now presenting THE LIFESPAN OF A FACT, the comedy based on a true story, currently running through May 3 in West Hartford. Check out photos of the production.

Theatre Horizon (401 DeKalb Street, Norristown, PA 19401), the award-winning professional theater nestled in Norristown's Arts Hill District, will present Ain't Misbehavin', The Fats Waller Musical Show, the Tony Award-winning production.

Philadelphia is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our top picks in Philadelphia for Spring 2026!

Walnut Street Theatre has done it again, this time producing a captivating and visually compelling adaptation of A Delicate Balance. Written by Edward Albee, the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play portrays a couple in their late fifties whose lives are disrupted by an unexpectedly full house. 

Meet the full Titanique Broadway cast! Jim Parsons, Melissa Barrera, Deborah Cox & more bring this Céline Dion-powered musical comedy to the St. James Theatre.

Michael Longoria, star of Jersey Boys on Broadway, is releasing Catch A Wave, a new album celebrating the songs of The Beach Boys. Check out an exclusive first listen to Longoria's rendition of the classic song 'Good Vibrations.'

Bucks County Playhouse has appointed director, producer and arts leader BT McNicholl as the organization’s new Producing Artistic Director. McNicholl will assume his role as producing artistic director beginning summer 2026.

Walnut Street Theatre will present 1776 THE MUSICAL as part of its 2025-26 Season of Legendary Stories, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. The production is set to open on April 14, 2026, with performances running through May 8.

Walnut Street Theatre will conclude its 217th season with 1776 THE MUSICAL, a pivotal event in Philadelphia's 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The show, featuring historical figures like John Adams and Benjamin Franklin.

This history gives context to the legacies of theatrical dynasties—considered to consist of at least three subsequent generations of theatre creators. In 2026, there is a stigma around any successful professional who follows a parent into their line of work, with this being seen as a pattern of nepotism.

Watch the trailer for Edward Albee's A Delicate Balance at Walnut Street Theatre, directed by Bernard Havard and running February 24 through March 29, 2026

The full cast has been announced for the upcoming Broadway production of Titanique, coming to the stage this spring. Learn more about the cast members playing the Background Vocalists and Understudies.

Cabaret newcomer Ruby Westfall joins established cabaret artist Ellington Berg for a musical cabaret about the Broadway of 2006 and 7.

Student Blogger Brianna Arce interviews Dan Hodge about his work with Walnut Street Theatre, the cast and crew of Sherlock Holmes, and the broader Philly theatre community.

Tony and Olivier Award-winning Operation Mincemeat announced that an all-American cast will lead the British-made musical for the first time ever. Learn more and meet the cast here!

Walnut Street Theatre will present Edward Albee's Pulitzer Prize-winning drama A DELICATE BALANCE starting February 24, 2026, exploring deep-seated family secrets and fears.

Swap glass slippers for basketball high-tops and join South Coast Repertory (Artistic Director David Ivers and Managing Director Suzanne Appel) for Cinderella: A Salsa Fairy Tale.

Beginning February 11, Rose Valley-based Hedgerow Theatre Company will present the regional premiere presentation of Dear Jack, Dear Louise by two-time Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig.

Walnut Street Theatre has revealed its 218th season of live entertainment and mark its 44th season as a not-for-profit producing theatre company. The season includes Frozen, Glengarry Glen Ross and more.