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Curio Theatre Company to Present Philadelphia Premiere of Larissa Fasthorse's THE THA

Curio Theatre Company to Present Philadelphia Premiere of Larissa Fasthorse's THE THANKSGIVING PLAY

by Blair Ingenthron — October 13, 2024
Curio Theatre Company celebrates its 20th anniversary in West Philadelphia with the local premiere of Larissa Fasthorse's THE THANKSGIVING PLAY.
Voter Registration Drive and New Political Exhibit Announced At Kensington's InLiquid

Voter Registration Drive and New Political Exhibit Announced At Kensington's InLiquid Gallery

by BWW News Desk — October 11, 2024
Explore the Voice of the People Exhibit featuring politically themed art, including works on Trump and Harris, alongside a voter registration drive at the gallery, just in time for the elections.
Sixth Latin American Book Fair Returns To Philadelphia Celebrating Heritage, Literat

Sixth Latin American Book Fair Returns To Philadelphia Celebrating Heritage, Literature, And Culture

by BWW News Desk — October 11, 2024
The vibrant spirit of the Latino community is set to come alive once again at the Sixth Latin American Book Fair in Philadelphia.
DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL is Coming to the Miller Theatr

DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL is Coming to the Miller Theatre

by BWW News Desk — October 11, 2024
Experience the magic of DR.
Quintessence Theatre Extends Martin Crimp's CYRANO DE BERGERAC

Quintessence Theatre Extends Martin Crimp's CYRANO DE BERGERAC

by BWW News Desk — October 11, 2024
 Quintessence Theatre just announced it is adding five more performances of Martin Crimp’s diabolically hilarious and heartbreaking adaptation of Cyrano de Bergerac, starring Philadelphia’s J Hernandez in the titular role.
Media Theatre To Present Frank WIldhorn's DRACULA THE MUSICAL In Concert

Media Theatre To Present Frank WIldhorn's DRACULA THE MUSICAL In Concert

by BWW News Desk — October 10, 2024
Frank Wildhorn's DRACULA THE MUSICAL will be presented in concert at THE MEDIA THEATRE, offering audiences a chance to experience the gothic tale through a captivating musical performance.
CIRQUE-TACULAR, A Magical Preview Of Winter Whimsy And Wonder Announced At The Shawne

CIRQUE-TACULAR, A Magical Preview Of Winter Whimsy And Wonder Announced At The Shawnee Playhouse

by BWW News Desk — October 10, 2024
The Shawnee Playhouse will present internationally acclaimed Cirque-tacular, A Magical Preview of Winter Whimsy and Wonder, on the Shawnee Stage for three special shows, scheduled for Saturday, November 9th and Sunday, November 10th, 2024.
Charter Arts to Present Original Satire THE JOHN WILKES BOOTH HIGH SCHOOL...

Charter Arts to Present Original Satire THE JOHN WILKES BOOTH HIGH SCHOOL...

by BWW News Desk — October 10, 2024
The Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts presents an original satire by Stephen Kaplan, exploring themes of inclusivity and censorship in theater.
44 - THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL Makes Philadelphia Premiere This Mont

44 - THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL Makes Philadelphia Premiere This Month

by BWW News Desk — October 9, 2024
The acclaimed musical comedy 44 - THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL (As Told Through the Hazy Recollection of Joe Biden), premieres in Philadelphia starting October 29th, bringing humor to politics in the thick of election season.
Exclusive Photos: JERSEY BOYS at Walnut Street Theatre

Exclusive Photos: JERSEY BOYS at Walnut Street Theatre

by BWW News Desk — October 8, 2024
Walnut Street Theatre has begun their 216th season with the Broadway musical phenomenon JERSEY BOYS.
 Crossroads Comedy Theater Reveals November Lineup

Crossroads Comedy Theater Reveals November Lineup

by BWW News Desk — October 8, 2024
This November, Crossroads Comedy Theater will bring a lineup of Philly’s best comedians and improvisers to Plays & Players Theatre.
Curio Theatre Company Honors Indigenous People's Day With Installation At Calvary Cen

Curio Theatre Company Honors Indigenous People's Day With Installation At Calvary Center

by BWW News Desk — October 7, 2024
As Curio Theatre Company will celebrate 20 years of theatre in West Philadelphia this upcoming season, they are honoring the Lenape people ahead of the  company's Philadelphia premiere of Larissa Fasthorse's Broadway hit, The Thanksgiving Play.
THE CAFE MOCHA MURDERS Will Be Performed by Pier Players Theatre Company

THE CAFE MOCHA MURDERS Will Be Performed by Pier Players Theatre Company

by BWW News Desk — October 7, 2024
Straight off of its hit musical production of The Angry Grammarian, Pier Players Theatre Company will return with the Philadelphia premiere of the murder mystery comedy The Café Mocha Murders.
Photos: CYRANO DE BERGERAC at Quintessence Theatre

Photos: CYRANO DE BERGERAC at Quintessence Theatre

by Blair Ingenthron — October 6, 2024
Considered one of the world’s one hundred greatest plays, Quintessence is producing the Philadelphia Premiere of the adaptation of Edmond Rostand’s Cyrano de Bergerac by “in-yer-face” British playwright Martin Crimp (The Misanthrope, 2013 and The Chairs, 2022.
BalletX Unveils Fall Series 2024

BalletX Unveils Fall Series 2024

by BWW News Desk — October 4, 2024
BalletX, Philadelphia’s premier contemporary ballet company, launches its ambitious and highly-anticipated 2024-2025 season on the Avenue of the Arts with Fall Series 2024, Nov.
Philadelphia's Holiday Tradition, THE TAPCRACKER By The Lady Hoofers, Returns For 202

Philadelphia's Holiday Tradition, THE TAPCRACKER By The Lady Hoofers, Returns For 2024

by BWW News Desk — October 3, 2024
The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble is preparing for their widely-celebrated signature production of The Tapcracker, returning for the 2024 season at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre.
Tempesta's 2024-25 Concert Season to Open With STOLEN This Month

Tempesta's 2024-25 Concert Season to Open With STOLEN This Month

by BWW News Desk — October 2, 2024
Tempesta’s 2024-25 concert season will open with STOLEN: Handel, Keiser, and a lifetime of musical borrowings from a suitcase of pilfered music.
Theatre By Development Serves NO BREAKFAST This Halloween.

Theatre By Development Serves NO BREAKFAST This Halloween.

by BWW News Desk — October 1, 2024
Tickets are now available for Theatre by Development's (TBD) Halloween engagement of NO BREAKFAST, playing the weekend of October 24-26th, 2024 with a featured drag performance by local Philadelphia drag queen, CINNA$LUT.
John McDonnell's FUNNY SHORTS to be Presented at Zlock Performing Arts Center

John McDonnell's FUNNY SHORTS to be Presented at Zlock Performing Arts Center

by BWW News Desk — October 1, 2024
Join an afternoon of laughter with John McDonnell's 'Funny Shorts' at the Zlock Performing Arts Center.
Intercultural Journeys Rebrands as Journey Arts

Intercultural Journeys Rebrands as Journey Arts

by BWW News Desk — October 1, 2024
Introducing Journey Arts, the new name and branding of Intercultural Journeys, a gem in Philadelphia's performing arts world.
JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN Begins In October At Pavilion Theatre

JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN Begins In October At Pavilion Theatre

by BWW News Desk — September 30, 2024
Penn State Centre Stage will produce Kimberly Belflower's 'John Proctor is the Villain,” directed by Steve H.
Karen Akers to Make Bucks County Playhouse Cabaret Debut in October

Karen Akers to Make Bucks County Playhouse Cabaret Debut in October

by BWW News Desk — September 30, 2024
Tony nominated actress and legendary cabaret artist, Karen Akers, will make her Bucks County Playhouse debut in a special, intimate performance.
Cirque Du Soleil Returns To Wilkes-Barre With OVO

Cirque Du Soleil Returns To Wilkes-Barre With OVO

by BWW News Desk — September 30, 2024
Cirque du Soleil has announced its return to Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania for the first time in over 10 years with its newly revisited high-energy and high-acrobatic production OVO.
Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz & Performing Arts Will Undergo Major Reno Project

Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz & Performing Arts Will Undergo Major Reno Project

by BWW News Desk — September 30, 2024
The Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz & Performing Arts (PCC) is gearing up for a transformative renovation of its historic facility at 736 S.
PlayPenn's 20th Anniversary New Play Development Conference Expands To More Philadelp

PlayPenn's 20th Anniversary New Play Development Conference Expands To More Philadelphia Districts

by BWW News Desk — September 26, 2024
PlayPenn announced the expansion of its 20th Anniversary New Play Development Conference to more Philadelphia districts, featuring four plays selected from open submissions for development.

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