Philadelphia Theatre Newsroom

Celebrate the 16th Anniversary of the Kensington Derby and Arts Festival as it moves to Frankford Avenue. Enjoy a day full of art, culture, and creativity in the heart of Pennsylvania.

Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month this May at Philadelphia's Weitzman Museum. Discover the rich cultural contributions of Jewish Americans throughout history.

Audience reaction to Quintessence Theatre’s Season XIV production of Macbeth has been electric, and the company has announced a five performance extension to run through April 28th.

The Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has received a grant from Air Products, enabling it to celebrate multiple summer programs.

Discover the exciting new 2024-25 season productions announced by The Wilma Theater. Get the latest details on the upcoming shows and subscription options.

See THE DRAG by Mae West, presented by ActorsNET of Bucks County at the Heritage Center Theatre. Learn about performance dates and see how to purchase tickets.

Get an extended look at Walnut Street Theatre's final show of the 215th season - the highly anticipated BEAUTIFUL – THE Carole King MUSICAL.

The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble, a Philadelphia-based ensemble that centers the work of women in tap through performance, education, and community outreach, will present their Spring Concert Series at the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, May 11, 2024.

MusiCoLab “Spotlight Series: A Closer Look” presents songs and scenes from the new musical FINDING MADAME CURIE, one of three 30-minute excerpts of new musicals by Philly regional artists, part of Philly Theatre Week at the Louis Bluver Theater at the Drake.

Celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Manayunk Arts Festival! Manayunk is calling all artists to participate in this milestone event. Be a part of one of Pennsylvania's largest outdoor arts festivals.

See Bucks County Playhouse's spring lineup, and learn how to purchase tickets!

The annual Chester County Studio Tour is returning for its 14th year as a weekend of art buying throughout Chester County, Pennsylvania.

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. Selections for April 2024 include Beautiful, The Lehman Trilogy, and more!

Theatre Philadelphia has announced the return of Philly Theatre Week featuring performances, readings, workshops, pre-sales and special events from April 4 to April 14, 2024. Learn more about the full lineup here!

What if Peter Pan isn't the hero and Captain Hook isn't the villain? What if the stories handed down to us tell only part of the story? That's the premise behind Captain Darling, a dark, feminist adaptation of J.M. Barrie's classic Peter Pan written by Ursinus College graduate Kate Isabel Foley '23.

Cirque du Soleil returned to Allentown, PA's PPL Center for the first time since 2019 with a triumphant premiere of CORTEO. See photos from opening night.

Get ready to make some noise for the New Hope Celebrates 21st Annual LGBTQ+ Pride Festival this summer. Learn more about the event!

Off-Broadway's 'A Star Without A Name' ON TOUR IN PHILADELPHIA!'

The Lansdowne Symphony Orchestra is inviting the community to an evening of profound musical expression and sublime beauty at the Lansdowne Theater. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Get a first look at Walnut Street Theatre's final show of the 215th season - the highly anticipated BEAUTIFUL – THE Carole King MUSICAL. Check out the cast in action in all-new video.

Bucks County Playhouse has unveiled its 2024 subscription season. Featuring four productions in the historic playhouse, the Playhouse’s 85th season kicks off in May. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Hedgerow Theatre Company will welcome audiences across generations to Beginners, a wonderfully inventive play by Obie Award-winning theatre-maker Tim Crouch that explores a time of pivotal transition and the “wafer-thin divide between childhood and adulthood.”

Finneas Flunks fish School will debut at PCS Theater in April. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Get an exclusive first look at Carole King in the Broadway musical BEAUTIFUL. The sneak peek reveals King's captivating performance, stirring anticipation among fans and theatre enthusiasts.

The Worst Cafe in the World is preparing for its North American premiere in Philadelphia (April 25-May 5, 2024).