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The renowned youth theater program brings the children's book by Jeff Brown to life on the stage, July 10, 11, and 12!

In 'Judilee's Jubilee: A Memoir...The Truth, The Whole Truth and Nothing But The Truth. Well, That Is...As Far As I Can Remember' (published by AuthorHouse), author Judilee C. Bennyhoff's new memoir, readers find themselves being swept away on an adventure through one lady's life.

For the Arden's 26th Season of great stories by great storytellers, the company presents a daring and ambitious musical, dramas that grapple with the complicated notion of the American family, provocative pieces by contemporary playwrights, and a new approach to a classic text. Says Arden's Producing Artistic Director Terrence J. Nolen: "The 2013/14 season will include a remarkable range of stories by master storytellers. We are proud to produce the work of Jason Robert Brown, Lydia Diamond, and Alfred Uhry at the Arden for the first time, and are thrilled to welcome plays by Philadelphia writers Quiara Alegria Hudes and Michael Hollinger to our stages. The coming year also includes a new translation by Curt Columbus of Anton Chekhov's Three Sisters, and adaptations of Louis Sachar's Sideways Stories from Wayside School and Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat. Coming this fall, we will also open the Hamilton Family Arts Center, our new education and production center. We are thrilled by the prospect of creating our 2013/14 productions in this great new space.'

Maestro Louis Scaglione, President and Music Director of the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra organization (PYO) today announced the Festival Concert dates for all five of PYO's programs.

Villanova Theatre's 2012-2013 culminates with an electrifying production of Salome, written by Oscar Wilde, directed by Rev. David Cregan, OSA, and on stage tonight, April 9 - 21, 2013.

Villanova Theatre's 2012-2013 culminates with an electrifying production of Salome, written by Oscar Wilde, directed by Rev. David Cregan, OSA, and on stage April 9 - 21, 2013. The linguistic genius behind The Importance of Being Earnest plunges us into the visceral, intoxicating world of King Herod and his enticing young stepdaughter, Salome. After being rejected by John the Baptist, Salome's unbridled desire for the pious prophet quickly turns into an uncontrollable lust for revenge. Wilde's sensational adaptation of this biblical tale dramatizes the eternal struggle between body and soul. Cregan's inspired production will feature stunning aerial dance, live drumming and chant, and a striking, elemental set design.

After three sold-out Family Festivities presentations so far this year, Westport Country Playhouse will present the musical "The Little Engine That Could Earns Her Whistle" as part of its Family Festivities Series, on Sunday, April 7, 1 and 4 p.m. A dynamic, song-filled adventure, this new musical portrays Watty Piper's timeless tale about hard work, self-confidence, friendship, and believing that anything is possible. Produced by ArtsPower, the classic story is recommended for ages 4 and up. Tickets are $18.

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts continues its 2012-13 Programs for Young Audiences series with ArtsPower's The Little Engine That Could Earns Her Whistle, an original, new musical based on Watty Piper's beloved children's book, The Little Engine That Could. This 55-minute, song-filled adventure is recommended for audiences ages 4 and up. Performances are today, March 3, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.

BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center, the longest operating performance venue in lower Manhattan, will present The Little Engine That Could Earns Her Whistle, in conjunction with ArtsPower National Touring Theatre, performing on Saturday, March 23 at 1:30PM.

After two sold-out Family Festivities presentations so far this year, Westport Country Playhouse will present the musical adventure "How I Became a Pirate," as part of its Family Festivities Series, on Sunday, March 3, 1 and 4 p.m. Based on the best-selling book by Melinda Long and produced by the Omaha Theater Company, the presentation is recommended for ages 6 - 10.

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts continues its 2012-13 Programs for Young Audiences series with ArtsPower's The Little Engine That Could Earns Her Whistle, an original, new musical based on Watty Piper's beloved children's book, The Little Engine That Could. This 55-minute, song-filled adventure is recommended for audiences ages 4 and up. Performances are Sunday, March 3, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.

Villanova Theatre will produce the U.S. premiere of Muswell Hill by award-winning English playwright Torben Betts, tonight, February 12-24, 2013.

Villanova Theatre will produce the U.S. premiere of Muswell Hill by award-winning English playwright Torben Betts, February 12-24, 2013.

Westport Country Playhouse has announced its 2012-13 Family Festivities Series, featuring song-filled presentations based on popular children's books, on selected Sundays from November through April, 1 and 4 p.m. Tickets are $18. Family Festivities is supported in part by a contribution from the First Niagara Bank Foundation. Family Festivities Partners are Meredith and David Bukzin.

The Media Theatre, Delaware County's only professional theatre and one of Philadelphia's most popular theatre companies, expands its audience base this summer with the start of its new "Broadway at The Beach" productions.

The Media Theatre, Delaware County's only professional theatre and one of Philadelphia's most popular theatre companies, expands its audience base this summer with the start of its new "Broadway at The Beach" productions.

Lovers of mystery, music and family entertainment, or anyone looking for a way to get into the holiday mood can all find something to enjoy this November at Hedgerow Theatre.

Lovers of mystery, music and family entertainment, or anyone looking for a way to get into the holiday mood can all find something to enjoy this November at Hedgerow Theatre.

Villanova Theatre is thrilled announces that David Cregan, O.S.A., Ph.D. has been named Chair of the Theatre Department of Villanova University. 2011 -12 Season begins tonight.

Villanova Theatre kicks off the 2011-2012 season with The Comedy of Errors, William Shakespeare's fastest, funniest farce. Director Shawn Kairschner's whimsical production of this fan favorite draws inspiration from Western motifs as well as from the eye-popping style and madcap humor of 'Laugh-In,' the groundbreaking TV comedy show of the late 1960s and early 70s.

Villanova Theatre is thrilled announces that David Cregan, O.S.A., Ph.D. has been named Chair of the Theatre Department of Villanova University.

Villanova Theatre is thrilled to announce that David Cregan, O.S.A., Ph.D. has been named Chair of the Theatre Department of Villanova University. Himself an alumnus of Villanova (BA '89), Fr. David is an associate professor of Theatre, and also teaches for the English Department. Before entering the Augustinian Order, Cregan spent four years in New York City working as a professional actor. He earned his Ph.D. in Drama Studies from the Samuel Beckett School of Drama at Trinity College in Dublin; his M.A. in Irish Studies from the Catholic University of America; his M.Phil in Irish Theatre and Film from Trinity; and his M.Div. from the Washington Theological Union. According to Cregan, his scholarly and artistic journey began here at Villanova, on the same campus where he currently teaches, directs, and celebrates Mass.

Plays & Players, Center City Philadelphia's longest continually operated theater at 1714 Delancey Place, will present the world premier of Concrete Dinosaur by Nicholas Wardigo will close Jan. 24 in the 3rd Floor Skinner Studio.

'The Wizard of Oz', L. Frank Baum's family friendly fantasy in which a young Dorothy travels over the rainbow after a twister hits her Uncle's farm, is one of the most popular stories of all time due to the iconic film version.

Plays & Players, Center City Philadelphia's longest continually operated theater at 1714 Delancey Place, will present the world premier of Concrete Dinosaur by Nicholas Wardigo running January 7 - 24 in the 3rd Floor Skinner Studio.