World Premiere TRAPS is Coming to Cannonball Festival
by Emmy Rice - September 06, 2025
Xora Odelle re-mounts an updated version of the intimate and gripping “Of Mice and Women” for the Cannonball stage, bringing new life and difficult social questions to larger audiences this Fringe.
by Emmy Rice - September 06, 2025
Xora Odelle re-mounts an updated version of the intimate and gripping “Of Mice and Women” for the Cannonball stage, bringing new life and difficult social questions to larger audiences this Fringe.
Philadelphia Fall Arts Fest Returns This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Ensemble Arts Philly will celebrate the kickoff of Philadelphia's robust arts and culture season with Philadelphia Fall Arts Fest at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Ensemble Arts Philly will celebrate the kickoff of Philadelphia's robust arts and culture season with Philadelphia Fall Arts Fest at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.
OEDIPUS IN SEATTLE Opens Theatre Horizon's 21st Season
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Theatre Horizon will open its 21st season with Oedipus in Seattle, an experimental theatrical adventure blending myth and romantic comedy in real time.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Theatre Horizon will open its 21st season with Oedipus in Seattle, an experimental theatrical adventure blending myth and romantic comedy in real time.
The Philadelphia Orchestra to Welcome Two New Musicians To The Brass Section
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
The Philadelphia Orchestra has added two musicians to the brass section, Victoria Knudtson, assistant principal/utility horn, and Samuel Huss, 4th/utility trumpet, in the 2025–26 season. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
The Philadelphia Orchestra has added two musicians to the brass section, Victoria Knudtson, assistant principal/utility horn, and Samuel Huss, 4th/utility trumpet, in the 2025–26 season. Learn more!
Stephen King's MISERY to be Presented at Act II Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Act II Playhouse will present 'Misery' by Stephen King and adapted by William Goldman as its Fall Thriller offering. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Act II Playhouse will present 'Misery' by Stephen King and adapted by William Goldman as its Fall Thriller offering. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
OLIVER! to be Presented at St. John's UCC in September
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Oliver! will return to the Star of the Day stage as the 10th Anniversary Production in Emmaus this September directed by Daniel Petrovich. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Oliver! will return to the Star of the Day stage as the 10th Anniversary Production in Emmaus this September directed by Daniel Petrovich. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
SILENT SKY to be Presented at Temple Theaters in September
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2025
Silent Sky, written by Lauren Gunderso and directed by Marcus Giamatti, will perform at the Randall Theater at Temple Theaters. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2025
Silent Sky, written by Lauren Gunderso and directed by Marcus Giamatti, will perform at the Randall Theater at Temple Theaters. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
1812 Productions' LA OTRA Will Make World Premiere During Philadelphia Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2025
1812 Productions, Philadelphia's all-comedy theater company, is preparing for a hilarious, moving, fantastical theatrical world premiere co-created by Tanaquil Márquez and Eliana Fabiyi.
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2025
1812 Productions, Philadelphia's all-comedy theater company, is preparing for a hilarious, moving, fantastical theatrical world premiere co-created by Tanaquil Márquez and Eliana Fabiyi.
COMPOSED Will Be Performed as Part of Philly Fringe
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2025
Dumb Hub will present Composed written and performed by Jackie Skinner. The production will be presented as part of the Dumb Hub festival hub at the 2025 Philly Fringe Festival at Pig Iron School for Advanced Performance Training.
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2025
Dumb Hub will present Composed written and performed by Jackie Skinner. The production will be presented as part of the Dumb Hub festival hub at the 2025 Philly Fringe Festival at Pig Iron School for Advanced Performance Training.
COASTIE Comes to the Shawnee Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2025
Directed by Midge McClosky, executive director of The Shawnee Playhouse, and written by Lawrence B. Fox, this full-length, comedic, world-premiere production stars veteran top talent from The Poconos and surrounding areas.
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2025
Directed by Midge McClosky, executive director of The Shawnee Playhouse, and written by Lawrence B. Fox, this full-length, comedic, world-premiere production stars veteran top talent from The Poconos and surrounding areas.
Gabi Shiner Brings PLEASE To Cannonball Fest
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2025
Gabi Shiner will bring her musical comedy solo show PLEASE to Philadelphia Fringe for a two-performance limited engagement at the Asian Arts Initiative Black Box Theater.
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2025
Gabi Shiner will bring her musical comedy solo show PLEASE to Philadelphia Fringe for a two-performance limited engagement at the Asian Arts Initiative Black Box Theater.
YOUNG, QUEER, AND STUPID Comes to Philadelphia Fringe
by Emmy Rice - August 31, 2025
Young, Queer, and Stupid is a trio of short comedic plays diving headfirst into the messy, awkward, and often hilarious experiences of being young, queer, and, well… sometimes just plain stupid.
by Emmy Rice - August 31, 2025
Young, Queer, and Stupid is a trio of short comedic plays diving headfirst into the messy, awkward, and often hilarious experiences of being young, queer, and, well… sometimes just plain stupid.
Anna Snapp Performs Solo Show I FOUND THAT THE SUN WILL RISE TOMORROW
by Emmy Rice - August 30, 2025
Anna Snapp will perform her autobiographical solo show, I Found That the Sun Will Rise Tomorrow, as part of the Cannonball Festival. The show is directed by J. Paul Nicholas and runs September 13 through September 27.
by Emmy Rice - August 30, 2025
Anna Snapp will perform her autobiographical solo show, I Found That the Sun Will Rise Tomorrow, as part of the Cannonball Festival. The show is directed by J. Paul Nicholas and runs September 13 through September 27.
Directors Gathering Will Host the 2025 Convening With James Ijames
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2025
Directors Gathering (DG), the Philadelphia-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering theatre directors through community, resource sharing, and peer advocacy, has announced its upcoming 2025 (DG) Convening.
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2025
Directors Gathering (DG), the Philadelphia-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering theatre directors through community, resource sharing, and peer advocacy, has announced its upcoming 2025 (DG) Convening.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Comes to the Walnut Street Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2025
Walnut Street Theatre will kick off their 217th season of legendary stories with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET. This production begins previews in September. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2025
Walnut Street Theatre will kick off their 217th season of legendary stories with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET. This production begins previews in September. Learn more here!
The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble Celebrates Their 15th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2025
The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble, under the leadership of Artistic Director Tamera Dallam and Managing Director Katie Budris, announce their 2025/26 season, featuring two mainstage productions and a 15th Anniversary Tap Jam.
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2025
The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble, under the leadership of Artistic Director Tamera Dallam and Managing Director Katie Budris, announce their 2025/26 season, featuring two mainstage productions and a 15th Anniversary Tap Jam.
THE OUTSIDERS, SUFFS and More Set for Ensemble Arts 2025-2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2025
Ensemble Arts Philly is kicking off its 2025–2026 season – one full of Broadway, jazz, comedy, speakers, a historic celebration of The Philadelphia Orchestra’s 125th anniversary. LEARN MORE!
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2025
Ensemble Arts Philly is kicking off its 2025–2026 season – one full of Broadway, jazz, comedy, speakers, a historic celebration of The Philadelphia Orchestra’s 125th anniversary. LEARN MORE!
THE GREAT AMERICAN SOULBOOK is Coming to Bucks County Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2025
The Great American SoulBook will bring their high energy tribute that highlights the music that filled danced floors and concert halls in the 60’s through the 90’s and beyond to Bucks County Playhouse. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2025
The Great American SoulBook will bring their high energy tribute that highlights the music that filled danced floors and concert halls in the 60’s through the 90’s and beyond to Bucks County Playhouse. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Video: Elena Shaddow, Andrew Leeds and More in SHE LOVES ME at Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 26, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse has released a video preview (Dave Tavani) of its new revival of the beloved musical romance “She Loves Me,” directed and choreographed by two-time Tony-nominee Denis Jones (“Holiday Inn,” “Tootsie”).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 26, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse has released a video preview (Dave Tavani) of its new revival of the beloved musical romance “She Loves Me,” directed and choreographed by two-time Tony-nominee Denis Jones (“Holiday Inn,” “Tootsie”).
THE REAL THING Opens Lantern Theater Company 2025/26 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2025
Lantern Theater Company will open its 2025/26 season with The Real Thing, the company's seventh production of Tom Stoppard's work. Learn more about the show here!
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2025
Lantern Theater Company will open its 2025/26 season with The Real Thing, the company's seventh production of Tom Stoppard's work. Learn more about the show here!
Bucks County Playhouse Education to Offer Fall Classes
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse has revealed the lineup of education programs being offered this fall. See the full lineup of classes here and see how to attend!
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse has revealed the lineup of education programs being offered this fall. See the full lineup of classes here and see how to attend!
CHRISTINE STODDARD PRESENTS ART BITCH is Coming to the Philly Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2025
CHRISTINE STODDARD PRESENTS ART BITCH: character performance of entitled nepo baby who's slutty for contemporary art at the Philly Fringe Festival! Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2025
CHRISTINE STODDARD PRESENTS ART BITCH: character performance of entitled nepo baby who's slutty for contemporary art at the Philly Fringe Festival! Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Ari Axelrod and More to Star in FALSETTOS at Arden Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2025
Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company will open its 2025/26 season with the Tony Award-winning musical Falsettos. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2025
Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company will open its 2025/26 season with the Tony Award-winning musical Falsettos. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
The Philadelphia Orchestra Celebrates 125th Anniversary With Opening Night Gala Featuring Yuja Wang
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2025
Music and Artistic Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin and the GRAMMY Award–winning Philadelphia Orchestra will launch the Orchestra’s milestone 125th anniversary season with an Opening Night Celebration on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 7:00 PM in Marian Anderson Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2025
Music and Artistic Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin and the GRAMMY Award–winning Philadelphia Orchestra will launch the Orchestra’s milestone 125th anniversary season with an Opening Night Celebration on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 7:00 PM in Marian Anderson Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.
VILE Clown Show Returns to Philadelphia This Fringe
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2025
Local performance artist and contemporary clown Francesca Montanile Lyons is bringing her solo show VILE back home to Philadelphia after a successful national tour last summer.
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2025
Local performance artist and contemporary clown Francesca Montanile Lyons is bringing her solo show VILE back home to Philadelphia after a successful national tour last summer.
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James Garner's Tribute to Johnny Cash
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Bristol Riverside Theatre (5/9 - 5/9) | |
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Matt Stanley ♦ Comedy / Mind-blowing Magic
Smoke & Mirrors Theater in House of Magic (3/27 - 3/28) | |
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Complete History of America (Abridged)
Prima Theatre (4/17 - 5/3) | |
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Mike Miller Mystifying Magic
Smoke & Mirrors Theater in House of Magic (3/13 - 3/14) | |
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Hansel Kreutzberger ♦ Magic from Puerto Rico
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