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SOUNDSCAPES IN CONVERSATION To Be Hosted By Philadelphia Clef Club

SOUNDSCAPES IN CONVERSATION To Be Hosted By Philadelphia Clef Club

by BWW News Desk — April 16, 2026
The event will be facilitated by Brent White and Valerie Gay, with the evening offering conversation that invites the community into the creative process.
Video: Watch the Teaser For WILDERNESS GENERATION at PTC

Video: Watch the Teaser For WILDERNESS GENERATION at PTC

by BWW News Desk — April 15, 2026
Philadelphia Theatre Company (PTC) has released the trailer video for the world premiere of Wilderness Generation, a new play by Pulitzer Prize-winning and Tony Award-nominated playwright James Ijames.
Inteview: Everything I Know: Mandy Gonzalez Sings Lin-Manuel Miranda

Inteview: Everything I Know: Mandy Gonzalez Sings Lin-Manuel Miranda

by Sebastian Cherry — April 15, 2026
I had an opportunity to sit down with Mandy Gonzalez to discuss the upcoming Philadelphia performance of her Carnegie Hall show, Everything I Know: Mandy Gonzalez Sings Lin-Manuel Miranda, her life leading up to it.
World Premiere of CLASS C by Chaz T. Martin to be Presented at The Drake

World Premiere of CLASS C by Chaz T. Martin to be Presented at The Drake

by BWW News Desk — April 14, 2026
Azuka Theatre and Simpatico Theatre will present the world premiere of CLASS C, a near-future political thriller by Chaz T.
THE WOMAN QUESTION To Make World Premiere At People’s Light

THE WOMAN QUESTION To Make World Premiere At People’s Light

by BWW News Desk — April 13, 2026
People’s Light will present the world premiere of THE WOMAN QUESTION by Suli Holum.
THE 39 STEPS to Be Presented by PCS Theater

THE 39 STEPS to Be Presented by PCS Theater

by BWW News Desk — April 10, 2026
PCS Theater will stage THE 39 STEPS, Patrick Barlow's comedic adaptation of the Alfred Hitchcock thriller, April 17–25, 2026 in Swarthmore, PA, directed by Philadelphia playwright Julie Zaffarano.
Penn Live Arts Will Present the 2026 PHILADELPHIA CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL in May

Penn Live Arts Will Present the 2026 PHILADELPHIA CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL in May

by BWW News Desk — April 9, 2026
Penn Live Arts will present the 2026 Philadelphia Children's Festival May 3-5 at the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, featuring magic, theater, jazz, and free outdoor activities from Philadelphia arts organizations.
Philadelphia Ballet Will Perform World Premiere of ROMEO AND JULIET This Spring

Philadelphia Ballet Will Perform World Premiere of ROMEO AND JULIET This Spring

by BWW News Desk — April 8, 2026
Philadelphia Ballet will present the world premiere of Resident Choreographer Juliano Nunes' ROMEO AND JULIET from April 30 through May 10 at the Academy of Music, featuring costumes and sets by Youssef Hotait.
Lantern Theater Company Will Present FRANKLINLAND, a Philadelphia Premiere

Lantern Theater Company Will Present FRANKLINLAND, a Philadelphia Premiere

by BWW News Desk — April 6, 2026
Lantern Theater Company will present the Philadelphia premiere of FRANKLINLAND by Lloyd Suh.
Theatre Horizon Will Present AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' to Close Out Its 2025-26 Season

Theatre Horizon Will Present AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' to Close Out Its 2025-26 Season

by BWW News Desk — April 6, 2026
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.
Bucks County Playhouse to Present Spring Education Classes for Ages 16+

Bucks County Playhouse to Present Spring Education Classes for Ages 16+

by BWW News Desk — April 6, 2026
Bucks County Playhouse has revealed a spring lineup of adult education classes in addition to the one-night only Masterclasses going on through 2026.
THE PROM Will Come to Temple's Tomlinson Theater

THE PROM Will Come to Temple's Tomlinson Theater

by BWW News Desk — April 3, 2026
Temple Theaters will stage THE PROM, the Drama Desk Award-winning musical, at Tomlinson Theater in Philadelphia, with performances in April directed by Temple Professor Peter Reynolds.
Student Blog: The Wilma Theater's Aubrie Williams on Accessibility and Miz Martha

Student Blog: The Wilma Theater's Aubrie Williams on Accessibility and Miz Martha

by Student Blogger: Brianna Arce — April 3, 2026
Aubrie Williams (Audience Engagement Manager) speaks on accessibility at the Wilma Theater and The Most Spectacularly Lamentable Trial of Miz Martha Washington.
SHUCKED & More Lead Philadelphia's Spring 2026 Top Theatre Shows

SHUCKED & More Lead Philadelphia's Spring 2026 Top Theatre Shows

by Team BWW — April 2, 2026
Philadelphia is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings.
Esperanza Arts Center Launches LATIN JAZZ SHOWCASE Series In Philadelphia

Esperanza Arts Center Launches LATIN JAZZ SHOWCASE Series In Philadelphia

by BWW News Desk — April 1, 2026
Esperanza Arts Center will launch its new annual Esperanza Latin Jazz Showcase on April 17, 2026 at 7:00 p.
Tyler Hoover’s A BROADWAY MELODY To Tour Lancaster County With Servant Stage

Tyler Hoover’s A BROADWAY MELODY To Tour Lancaster County With Servant Stage

by BWW News Desk — April 1, 2026
Servant Stage will present A BROADWAY MELODY, an original musical revue arranged and produced by Tyler Hoover, touring venues across Lancaster County from April 9 through May 9.
Photos: Stanley Martin, Forrest McClendon and More in JELLY'S LAST JAM At Bristol Riv

Photos: Stanley Martin, Forrest McClendon and More in JELLY'S LAST JAM At Bristol Riverside Theatre

by BWW News Desk — April 1, 2026
You can now get a first look at production photos of Jelly’s Last Jam at Bristol Riverside Theatre, starring Stanley Martin as Jelly Roll Morton, and Tony Award nominee Forrest McClendon as the mysterious Chimney Man.
Elizabeth A. Davis, Lucas Dixon and More to Star in CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF at Bucks Co

Elizabeth A. Davis, Lucas Dixon and More to Star in CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF at Bucks County Playhouse

by BWW News Desk — April 1, 2026
Bucks County Playhouse has revealed the cast and creative team for its production of “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof,” Tennessee Williams’ Pulitzer Prize-winning American classic, including Elizabeth A.
HOMO ECONOMICUS to Feature Performance Art, Lecture, and Dance Club Experience in Wes

HOMO ECONOMICUS to Feature Performance Art, Lecture, and Dance Club Experience in West Philly

by BWW News Desk — March 31, 2026
Homo Economicus, a blend of performance art, lecture, and dance club will be presented in West Philadelphia.
Arden Theatre’s ROMEO & JULIET Adds Additional Performances

Arden Theatre’s ROMEO & JULIET Adds Additional Performances

by BWW News Desk — March 30, 2026
Due to popular demand, Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company is thrilled to announce an extension of its current production of Romeo & Juliet, with two additional performances added.
Quintessence Theatre Concludes Season with Molière’s THE HYPOCHONDRIAC

Quintessence Theatre Concludes Season with Molière’s THE HYPOCHONDRIAC

by BWW News Desk — March 30, 2026
On April 15, Quintessence Theatre concludes its 16th season with French playwright Molière’s final play, The Hypochondriac, featuring a world premiere of a new translation by renowned British playwright and translator Sir Ranjit Bolt.
Justin Guarini and More to Perform at Ensemble Arts And The Philadelphia Orchestra Ga

Justin Guarini and More to Perform at Ensemble Arts And The Philadelphia Orchestra Gala

by BWW News Desk — March 30, 2026
Ensemble Arts and The Philadelphia Orchestra will host the 2026 Great Stages Gala, including performances by Qin Qian and Sons of Mystro, musicians of The Philadelphia Orchestra, and Bucks County native Justin Guarini.
Review: Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE at Walnut Street Theatre

Review: Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE at Walnut Street Theatre

by Taylor Shiley — March 30, 2026
Walnut Street Theatre has done it again, this time producing a captivating and visually compelling adaptation of A Delicate Balance.
The Heart Of Jazz Foundation Holds Fundraiser At Chris’ Jazz Café

The Heart Of Jazz Foundation Holds Fundraiser At Chris’ Jazz Café

by BWW News Desk — March 30, 2026
The Heart of Jazz, a Philadelphia-based nonprofit whose mission is to nurture the next generation of jazz musicians, is partnering with Chris' Jazz Café for a fundraiser at the legendary Center City venue.
THE SPIRIT OF ’76 Will Premiere at Carpenters’ Hall During America’s 250th Anni

THE SPIRIT OF ’76 Will Premiere at Carpenters’ Hall During America’s 250th Anniversary

by BWW News Desk — March 27, 2026
The new play THE SPIRIT OF ’76 will premiere at Carpenters’ Hall in Philadelphia on April 10, 11, and 12, 2026, exploring the complexities of America's founding through humor and history.

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