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Hannah Parke's Disability-Centered Musical to Premiere at Cannonball Fest

Hannah Parke's Disability-Centered Musical to Premiere at Cannonball Fest

by BWW News Desk — August 11, 2023
Don't miss the debut of Hannah Parke's newest work, Birth.
Crossroads Comedy Theater Returns As Comedy Hub For Philly Fringe Festival

Crossroads Comedy Theater Returns As Comedy Hub For Philly Fringe Festival

by BWW News Desk — August 11, 2023
 Crossroads Comedy Theater, home to some of Philadelphia's best comedy shows, classes, and podcasts, is returning as a comedy hub for the annual Philadelphia Fringe Festival.
THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER Will Return on National Tour to More Than 25 Cities

THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER Will Return on National Tour to More Than 25 Cities

by BWW News Desk — August 11, 2023
A holiday dance mash-up for the whole family during hip hop's 50th year! As artists, industry and fans celebrate the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop around the globe today, The Hip Hop Nutcracker announced its 2023 tour to more than 25 U.
Circus Campus Brings Big Top To Philadelphia Fringe Festival With 16 Shows And Worksh

Circus Campus Brings Big Top To Philadelphia Fringe Festival With 16 Shows And Workshops

by BWW News Desk — August 10, 2023
Circus Campus Presents spectacles, circus and community featuring a mini circus festival within the 2023 Philadelphia Fringe Festival.
THE WIZARD OF OZ Will Be Performed by Summer Spotlight Academy Students

THE WIZARD OF OZ Will Be Performed by Summer Spotlight Academy Students

by BWW News Desk — August 10, 2023
Thirty students enrolled in Star of the Day's summer musical theatre intensive will present 4 performances of The Wizard of Oz.
GARBAGE JAM Philadelphia To Premiere September 9!

GARBAGE JAM Philadelphia To Premiere September 9!

by BWW News Desk — August 9, 2023
Michael 'Dola' Amendola (Drunk Shakespeare, The Last Jew of Boyle Heights) announced that the debut of his new play Garbage Jam will open at The Fidget Living Room Space (located at 1714 N Mascher St) on Saturday, September 9, 2023 for a limited run as part of the Philadelphia Fringe Festival / Cann
Actor and Comedian Chris Tucker Announces His First Major Tour In Over A Decade

Actor and Comedian Chris Tucker Announces His First Major Tour In Over A Decade

by BWW News Desk — August 9, 2023
Award-winning actor, producer and comedian Chris Tucker announces his first major tour in North America since 2011.
Love And War Erupt In Quintessence Theatre Group's 14th Season At The Sedgwick Theate

Love And War Erupt In Quintessence Theatre Group's 14th Season At The Sedgwick Theater

by BWW News Desk — August 9, 2023
Quintessence Theatre Group, Northwest Philadelphia's first professional theatre company, has produced classic works of theatre for 13 years on stage at the historic Sedgwick Theater in the neighborhood of Mt.
Arden Theatre Company 2023/24 Season Single Tickets Are On Sale Now

Arden Theatre Company 2023/24 Season Single Tickets Are On Sale Now

by BWW News Desk — August 9, 2023
Audiences can now get ready to experience the Arden Theatre Company's thrilling 36th Season featuring great stories by great storytellers.
ELEANOR AND DOLLY Comes to Randall Theater

ELEANOR AND DOLLY Comes to Randall Theater

by BWW News Desk — August 9, 2023
An ambitious high school senior is determined to fulfill one of her life goals: to marry her high school sweetheart - problem? - she doesn't have one.
Opera Philadelphia Brings Opera And Accessible Performance To LATE NIGHT SNACKS

Opera Philadelphia Brings Opera And Accessible Performance To LATE NIGHT SNACKS

by BWW News Desk — August 9, 2023
Late Night Snacks from the Bearded Ladies Cabaret is back this September to bring an array of cabaret, drag, and operatic talent to the Philadelphia Fringe Festival and Festival O23.
Bucks County Playhouse Launches “Stay And Play” Partnerships

Bucks County Playhouse Launches “Stay And Play” Partnerships

by BWW News Desk — August 8, 2023
With the 2023 summer season in full swing at Bucks County Playhouse, the iconic New Hope theater recently announced new partnerships to create travel packages with several area boutique hotels and inns.
Composer Rene Orth's 10 DAYS IN A MADHOUSE to Receive World Premiere At Opera Philade

Composer Rene Orth's 10 DAYS IN A MADHOUSE to Receive World Premiere At Opera Philadelphia

by BWW News Desk — August 8, 2023
Experience the world premiere of Composer Rene Orth's 10 Days in a Madhouse at Opera Philadelphia.
10 DAYS IN A MADHOUSE Receives World Premiere at Opera Philadelphia in September

10 DAYS IN A MADHOUSE Receives World Premiere at Opera Philadelphia in September

by BWW News Desk — August 8, 2023
Composer Rene Orth's newest opera, 10 Days in a Madhouse will have its world premiere at Opera Philadelphia on Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 7:00pm, with additional performances on Saturday, September 23 at 2:00pm, Tuesday, September 26 and Thursday, September 28 at 7:00pm, and Saturday, September
Cannonball Returns For Third Year With Over 150 Shows at Philly Fringe

Cannonball Returns For Third Year With Over 150 Shows at Philly Fringe

by BWW News Desk — August 8, 2023
Audiences should prepare to dive into all kinds of performance and art at this year's Cannonball.
Melanie Stewart Presents World Premiere Of JUST LIKE HOLLYWOOD At Fringearts Festival

Melanie Stewart Presents World Premiere Of JUST LIKE HOLLYWOOD At Fringearts Festival's Cannonball Festival

by BWW News Desk — August 7, 2023
Melanie Stewart announces the world premiere of Just Like Hollywood, her latest movement theater work presented by Blind Faith Theatre in partnership with Cannonball Festival, a n independent production hub of the Philadelphia FringeArts Festival.
Kimmel Cultural Campus And The Philadelphia Orchestra Announce 2023-24 Season Lineup

Kimmel Cultural Campus And The Philadelphia Orchestra Announce 2023-24 Season Lineup

by BWW News Desk — August 7, 2023
The Kimmel Cultural Campus and The Philadelphia Orchestra, the region’s premier center for multi-disciplinary performing arts and cultural events, announces its 2023–2024 season, welcoming audiences back to experience the magic of live art.
Kennett Symphony Reveals 2023-2024 Season

Kennett Symphony Reveals 2023-2024 Season

by BWW News Desk — August 7, 2023
The Kennett Symphony, Chester County's only professional symphony orchestra, and Music Director Michael Hall announce its 83rd season! With six diverse concert offerings, the season promises to be exhilarating.
KEEPING WATCH is Headed To Cannonball Festival

KEEPING WATCH is Headed To Cannonball Festival

by BWW News Desk — August 7, 2023
Keeping Watch is a visceral journey of coming out, daringly presented by dancer/choreographer Rush Johnston.
3 Pony Show and The Cannonball Festival Present A TREE WHERE NO MOON SHINES

3 Pony Show and The Cannonball Festival Present A TREE WHERE NO MOON SHINES

by BWW News Desk — August 7, 2023
Small things are catalysts for big change.
Julia VanderVeen to Bring Absurd Clown Comedy MY GRANDMOTHER'S EYEPATCH to Cannonball

Julia VanderVeen to Bring Absurd Clown Comedy MY GRANDMOTHER'S EYEPATCH to Cannonball, Philly Fringe

by BWW News Desk — August 6, 2023
Julia VanderVeen will present 'My Grandmother's Eyepatch,' as part of the Cannonball/Philly Fringe festival, taking place at Fidget Space, 1714 North Mascher Street, September 5th at 5pm, September 11th and 12th at 6:30pm and featuring herself.
Feminist Fringe Show Inspired By Roe V. Wade to Open in September

Feminist Fringe Show Inspired By Roe V. Wade to Open in September

by BWW News Desk — August 6, 2023
The Pecking Order is a live performance event born out of grief and disbelief after the 2022 decision to overturn Roe v.
Megan Stern Brings Her Award-Winning Solo Comedy, UPLINE: IT'S NOT A SHOW, IT'S AN O

Megan Stern Brings Her Award-Winning Solo Comedy, UPLINE: IT'S NOT A SHOW, IT'S AN OPPORTUNITY, To The 2023 Cannonball Festival

by BWW News Desk — August 4, 2023
New York-based Megan Stern will bring her solo comedy Upline: It's Not a Show, It's an Opportunity to Philadelphia as part of the Cannonball Festival.
Directors Gathering Announces Convening 2023: Universality Of Art-Making With Nataki

Directors Gathering Announces Convening 2023: Universality Of Art-Making With Nataki Garrett As Keynote Speaker

by BWW News Desk — August 3, 2023
Directors Gathering (DG), a membership organization that offers theatre directors consistent community, announces the 2023 (DG) Convening: The Universality of Art-Making, with keynote speaker, artistic leader at large, Nataki Garrett, happening virtually Saturday, September 30th - Sunday, October 1s
The Naked Stark Brings FALLING UP to Cannonball Festival

The Naked Stark Brings FALLING UP to Cannonball Festival

by BWW News Desk — August 3, 2023
Falling Up, The Naked Stark's new collaborative dance work will be presented during Cannonball Festival on September 2nd, 8th, and 14th.

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