Philadelphia Theatre Company Announces New Season

Philadelphia Theatre Company announces 2008/2009 season. The season includes:

UNUSUAL ACTS OF DEVOTION
A World Premiere by Terrence McNally
Directed by Leonard Foglia (Thurgood, Master Class)
October 22 - November 23, 2008

On a hot summer evening, residents of a Greenwich Village walk-up gather on the roof to celebrate Josie returning to town and the wedding anniversary of Leo and Nadine, only to confront some of the uncomfortable truths that inform their lives and relationships. A "love letter to New York – its energy and its people," the play looks at things done – and not done – all in the name of love. "McNally's plays exhibit the true transformative power of art!" –The New York Times

Daniel Beaty
RESURRECTION
A New Play by Daniel Beaty
Directed by Oz Scott
January 23 - February 22, 2009

Five African-American men have their lives transformed by the extraordinary mind and spirit of a 10-year-old boy. This joyous new work by award-winning actor, singer, writer and composer Daniel Beaty, examines what it means to be a black man in America today. Beaty's work, Emergency! garnered the 2007 Obie Award, and has been inspiring audiences and critics from New York to L.A. "Lyrically brilliant; a must-see from an exciting young artist." –Associated Press

Edward Albee
Edward Albee PLAY
March 20 - April 19, 2009

We are considering two plays by Pulitzer Prize-winner Edward Albee: Occupant or Peter and Jerry. Stay tuned for more details in the coming weeks! "(Albee's work is) a daring mix of theatricalism and biting dialogue." –Los Angeles Times

Grey Gardens Creative Team
Grey Gardens
Philadelphia Premiere of the Tony Award-Winning Musical
Book by Doug Wright
Music by Scott Frankel
Lyrics by Michael Korie
May 22 - June 28, 2009

Named Time magazine's #1 show in 2006, Grey Gardens blends humor, heartache and humanity as it follows the deliciously eccentric lives of the reclusive Little Edie Beale and her mother Edith Bouvier Beale – the aunt and cousin of Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy. Set at the Grey Gardens mansion in tony East Hampton, the two Edies slip from their status as wealthy socialites to penniless hermits in their dilapidated home. "An experience no passionate theater-goer should miss." –The New York Times

Philadelphia Theatre Company is dedicated to presenting Philadelphia and world premieres of major works by contemporary American playwrights.

For over 30 years, we have put the spotlight on established and emerging American playwrights, emphasizing the rich tradition, unique perspective, and cultural diversity of the American experience. Ever mindful of our responsibility to provide a necessary forum and nurturing environment for the fresh creative voices that will keep American theater vital, we have introduced countless award-winning premieres to audiences in Philadelphia and beyond. Rather than revisit old standards, we are committed to finding the classics of the future.

Through readings, workshops, and commissions, Philadelphia Theatre Company continues to define the changing landscape of American theater where audiences can experience premiere plays and playwrights.

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