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Allan Sherman Tribute Comes To Philadelphia

Allan Sherman Tribute Comes To Philadelphia

by BWW News Desk — November 11, 2025
Celebrities, rock stars, comedians, and raconteurs of all stripes will converge in Philadelphia for a tribute concert to legendary parody musician Allan Sherman at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.
Yannick Nézet-Séguin And The Philadelphia Orchestra Welcome James Vaughen As Princi

Yannick Nézet-Séguin And The Philadelphia Orchestra Welcome James Vaughen As Principal Trumpet

by BWW News Desk — November 10, 2025
The Philadelphia Orchestra has announced the appointment of James Vaughen as Principal Trumpet (Marguerite and Gerry Lenfest Chair).
1812 Productions to Present THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS: 20th Anniversary Special

1812 Productions to Present THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS: 20th Anniversary Special

by BWW News Desk — November 10, 2025
1812 Productions, Philadelphia's all-comedy theatre company, will present the 20th year of its beloved political humor show, This Is The Week That Is: 20th Anniversary Special.
Photos: WISHING TO GROW UP BRIGHTLY Makes World Premiere

Photos: WISHING TO GROW UP BRIGHTLY Makes World Premiere

by BWW News Desk — November 8, 2025
Check out photos from the world premiere of the new musical Wishing to Grow Up Brightly, which opened November 5 at Theatre Horizon, and runs through November 23.
Amalgamation Theatre Collective To Make Philadelphia Debut With (& MEDEA)

Amalgamation Theatre Collective To Make Philadelphia Debut With (& MEDEA)

by BWW News Desk — November 7, 2025
Amalgamation Theatre Collective will make its Philadelphia debut with (& Medea), a new reimagining of the Euripides classic conceived by Arlo Howe, written by Jess Shoemaker, and directed by Haley Arnold.
A WRINKLE IN TIME to be Presented at Arden Theatre This Holiday Season

A WRINKLE IN TIME to be Presented at Arden Theatre This Holiday Season

by BWW News Desk — November 7, 2025
This winter, Arden Children’s Theatre is inviting families to journey across time and space with an adaptation of Madeline L’Engle’s beloved book, A Wrinkle in Time.
Penn Receives Naming Gift For New Student Performing Arts Center

Penn Receives Naming Gift For New Student Performing Arts Center

by BWW News Desk — November 7, 2025
 Penn Live Arts at the University of Pennsylvania announced a gift from Julie Beren Platt and Marc E.
Curio Theatre's Interactive HANSEL & GRETEL Opens This December

Curio Theatre's Interactive HANSEL & GRETEL Opens This December

by BWW News Desk — November 7, 2025
This holiday season, Curio Theatre Company will invite families to step into the story with HANSEL & GRETEL, a brand new Make & Partake Theatre Experience written by Paul Kuhn and directed by Mya Flood.
Tickets to Cirque du Soleil's LUZIA in Oaks Now On Sale

Tickets to Cirque du Soleil's LUZIA in Oaks Now On Sale

by BWW News Desk — November 6, 2025
Cirque du Soleil's iconic Big Top returns to the greater Philadelphia area for the first time since 2023 with its delightfully-imaginative and visually-stunning production LUZIA, a waking dream of Mexico.
Photos: Akeem Davis and Kishia Nixon Star In THE MOUNTAINTOP At Arden Theatre

Photos: Akeem Davis and Kishia Nixon Star In THE MOUNTAINTOP At Arden Theatre

by BWW News Desk — November 5, 2025
Arden Theatre Company continues its 2025/26 season with The Mountaintop, written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall and directed by Barrymore Award winner Brett Ashley Robinson.
John Tartaglia to Direct ELF: THE MUSICAL at Bucks County Playhouse

John Tartaglia to Direct ELF: THE MUSICAL at Bucks County Playhouse

by BWW News Desk — November 5, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse will ring in the holiday season with a sparkling new production of “Elf: The Musical,” playing at the historic New Hope venue, and directed by John Tartaglia.
People's Light Brings a New Adaptation of A CHRISTMAS CAROL to the Stage

People's Light Brings a New Adaptation of A CHRISTMAS CAROL to the Stage

by BWW News Desk — November 4, 2025
People’s Light in Malvern, Pennsylvania will present a new, music-filled adaptation of A Christmas Carol, directed by Molly Rosa Houlahan and adapted with original music by Zak Berkman.
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE Comes to Philadelphia

CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE Comes to Philadelphia

by BWW News Desk — November 4, 2025
Ensemble Arts Philly and The Shubert Organization will present the popular return of Cirque Dreams Holidaze.
THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE Comes to Quintessence Theatre

THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE Comes to Quintessence Theatre

by BWW News Desk — November 4, 2025
 On November 19, Quintessence Theatre will continue its 16th season with The Pirates of Penzance, the beloved comic opera by W.
THE THANKSGIVING PLAY Comes to PCS Theater

THE THANKSGIVING PLAY Comes to PCS Theater

by BWW News Desk — November 4, 2025
PCS Theater has announced its upcoming production of The Thanksgiving Play, the razor-sharp satire by Larissa FastHorse, set for this month.
Yoshiko Kamikusa and Luzemberg Santana to Guest in Greater York Youth Ballet’s THE

Yoshiko Kamikusa and Luzemberg Santana to Guest in Greater York Youth Ballet’s THE NUTCRACKER

by BWW News Desk — November 3, 2025
Indianapolis Ballet principal dancers Yoshiko Kamikusa and Luzemberg Santana will appear as guest artists in the Greater York Youth Ballet/Dance It Forward’s production of The Nutcracker.
Inis Nua Theatre Company and Tiny Dynamite Will Perform THE GREATEST PLAY IN THE HIST

Inis Nua Theatre Company and Tiny Dynamite Will Perform THE GREATEST PLAY IN THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD…

by BWW News Desk — November 3, 2025
This holiday season, Inis Nua Theatre Company and Tiny Dynamite will join forces to present the East Coast premiere of The Greatest Play in the History of the World.
Piffaro, The Renaissance Band, and Tenet Vocal Artists Will Perform 'Ein Kind Geborn'

Piffaro, The Renaissance Band, and Tenet Vocal Artists Will Perform 'Ein Kind Geborn'

by BWW News Desk — October 31, 2025
This December, Piffaro, The Renaissance Band will join forces with New York City’s “splendid” (New York Times) Tenet Vocal Artists for a German Christmas program called Ein Kind Geborn.
A CHORUS LINE & More Lead Philadelphia's November 2025 Top Theatre Shows

A CHORUS LINE & More Lead Philadelphia's November 2025 Top Theatre Shows

by Team BWW — October 31, 2025
Philadelphia is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings.
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Emily Saliers, Beth Malone and Mary Ann Stratton's STARSTRUCK is Coming to Bucks Coun

Emily Saliers, Beth Malone and Mary Ann Stratton's STARSTRUCK is Coming to Bucks County Playhouse

by BWW News Desk — October 30, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse's 2026 season will launch with the world premiere of “Starstruck,” a new musical with music and lyrics by Emily Saliers, and a book by Beth Malone and Mary Ann Stratton.
Cirque Du Soleil's LUZIA Makes Philadelphia-Area Regional Premiere in 2026

Cirque Du Soleil's LUZIA Makes Philadelphia-Area Regional Premiere in 2026

by BWW News Desk — October 30, 2025
Cirque du Soleil's iconic Big Top returns to the greater Philadelphia area for the first time since 2023 with its delightfully-imaginative and visually-stunning production LUZIA, a waking dream of Mexico.
Interview: Jinkx Monsoon & BenDeLaCreme Are Bringing Holiday Magic to a City Near You

Interview: Jinkx Monsoon & BenDeLaCreme Are Bringing Holiday Magic to a City Near You

by David Clarke — October 29, 2025
Eight years into redefining what a holiday show can be, drag powerhouses Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme are once again decking the halls, and the patriarchy, with a brand-new production of The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show.
A CHRISTMAS STORY The Musical Comes to Walnut Street Theatre

A CHRISTMAS STORY The Musical Comes to Walnut Street Theatre

by BWW News Desk — October 29, 2025
Walnut Street Theatre will continue their 217th season by inviting audiences to experience the holidays with Ralphie Parker and his family! Learn more about the production here!
Citywide James Ijames Pass Celebrates Philadelphia-Based Playwright

Citywide James Ijames Pass Celebrates Philadelphia-Based Playwright

by BWW News Desk — October 29, 2025
For the first time in the region, three leading theaters are launching a multi-theater pass dedicated to a single contemporary playwright.

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