Philly GRIT at Theatre Exile
Dates: 3/18/2026 - 3/29/2026
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Philly GRIT returns to Theatre Exile in South Philadelphia, showcasing bold performances by local and Philadelphia-connected artists from March 18 to March 29. The lineup includes Bastion Carboni's dark comedy A Vacation, which explores entitlement and its risks, and Justin Jain's reinterpretation of Chekhov's The Dangers of Tobacco through a contemporary queer lens. Cookie Diorio presents a one-night-only cabaret event, Camp Cookie, blending live music, humor, and community engagement. The series emphasizes raw and irreverent storytelling, with select performances featuring post-show discussions with the artists.
Cast and Creative Team for Philly GRIT at Theatre Exile
Cast
Cookie Diorio
Camp Cookie
Justin Jain
The Dangers of Tobacco
Bastion Carboni
A Vacation
Creative Team
DebbieAnna Semaan
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News About Philly GRIT at Theatre Exile
Theatre Exile To Present 2026 PHILLY GRIT SERIES
March 11, 2026 Philly GRIT will present a new series of performances in Philadelphia, focusing on influencer satire, queer storytelling, and cabaret. Scheduled for 2026, this event aims to engage audiences with contemporary themes through diverse artistic expressions. The series promises to offer a platform for both emerging and established artists to showcase their work, reflecting the vibrant cultural tapestry of the city.
Philly GRIT Series Showcases Solo Performances in Influencer Satire and Queer Theater
February 26, 2026 Theatre Exile will present Philly GRIT, a series of bold solo performances, from March 18-29 at their South Philadelphia location. The event features unique explorations of influencer culture, queer identity, and cabaret.
Theatre Exile 2025/26 Season To Feature Two Philadelphia Premieres And The Return Of Philly Grit
September 10, 2025 Philadelphia’s Theatre Exile has announced its 2025/26 season, featuring two Philadelphia premieres and the return of the audience-favorite Philly Grit.
Theatre Exile Expands PHILLY GRIT Series With 2025 Lineup
February 06, 2025 South Philadelphia-based theater company Theatre Exile has announced the return of its Philly GRIT series from February 26 to March 15, bringing audiences a fresh season of provocative, unfiltered performances by Philadelphia-based artists.About the Theatre
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What shows are coming up next at Theatre Exile?
The Great Privation (How to Flip Ten Cents Into a Dollar) (5/28/26-6/14/26)
What shows have played recently at Theatre Exile?
The Great Privation (How to Flip Ten Cents Into a Dollar) (05/28/26-06/14/26)
Long Live the Queen (a her-story of drag) (04/30/26-04/30/26)
I Think We're Lost (04/10/26-04/19/26)
Philly GRIT: Camp Cookie (03/26/26-03/26/26)
Philly GRIT: The Dangers of Tobacco (03/19/26-03/29/26)
Philly GRIT: A Vacation (03/18/26-02/28/26)
JOB by Max Wolf Friedlich (10/30/25-11/16/25)
A Puppeteer with The Palsy Performs Scenes from Shakespeare or, the Ghost in the Machine (08/07/25-08/24/25)
Glitter in the Glass by R. Eric Thomas (05/29/25-06/15/25)
Theatre Exile presents: Camp Cookie (03/15/25-03/15/25)
Long Live the Queen (a her-story of drag) (04/30/26-04/30/26)
I Think We're Lost (04/10/26-04/19/26)
Philly GRIT: Camp Cookie (03/26/26-03/26/26)
Philly GRIT: The Dangers of Tobacco (03/19/26-03/29/26)
Philly GRIT: A Vacation (03/18/26-02/28/26)
JOB by Max Wolf Friedlich (10/30/25-11/16/25)
A Puppeteer with The Palsy Performs Scenes from Shakespeare or, the Ghost in the Machine (08/07/25-08/24/25)
Glitter in the Glass by R. Eric Thomas (05/29/25-06/15/25)
Theatre Exile presents: Camp Cookie (03/15/25-03/15/25)
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