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Student Blog: How I Got to Direct My Dream Show
by Student Blogger: Erin Maguire - January 04, 2025


It finally hit me— I called my mom to tell her that I was going to submit to direct Little Women, a musical of which I love and was familiar with because it was also my senior year musical in high school. I had a meeting with the E-Board to pitch my idea to them and I decided to make a proposal presentation including a vision board and a synopsis of the show. In late May, I got an email telling me that my show was chosen. I did it. I put my dreams into motion.

Temple Theaters Presents POKER IN A HOUSE WITH WOMEN
by A.A. Cristi - January 03, 2025


Poker in a House with Women, directed by Amina Robinson, will perform at the Randall Theater (2020 N 13th st, Philadelphia PA) on Thursday, January 30th at 7:30pm, and Saturday, Feb. 1st at 2:00 and 7:30pm.

InLiquid Presents ANAMNESIS The Interplay of Human Experience and Technology
by A.A. Cristi - January 02, 2025


anamnesis delves into the intricate tapestry of the human experience, exploring the profound themes of existence, memory, and the interplay of technology with our intimate lives.

World Premiere of Michael Hollinger's HOLY GRAIL OF MEMPHIS, is Coming to Arden Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 02, 2025


Arden Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Holy Grail of Memphis. The comedy, written by Philadelphia-based, award-winning playwright Michael Hollinger, takes audiences on a profound journey of transformation and restoration. Learn more!

Quintessence Theatre Adds January Performances to THE OWL AND THE PUSSY CAT AND OTHER NONSENSE
by Stephi Wild - January 02, 2025


Quintessence Theatre has added performances to its production of The Owl And The Pussy Cat And Other Nonsense. Learn more about when you can catch this show here!

SLAY AND THE CITY Murder Mystery Makes Philadelphia Debut
by Stephi Wild - January 02, 2025


Slay and the City original immersive experience will be presented by Without a Cue Production, written by Traci Connaughton and held at Red Rum Theater. Learn more here!

Student Blog: The Key to Managing Burnout
by Student Blogger: Erin Maguire - December 31, 2024


One creative outlet outshined the rest— musical theater— and I began to really dive into theater in middle school and high school. I participated in my school’s choir and musicals and even helped out in the costume department. It was no surprise that I chose to go to college for theater because it was what I was truly passionate about. After my first semester, however, I was not feeling that same passion. I enjoyed my classes but it was all theater all the time and the new element of having my theater work graded added a level of stress that was not there before.

Photo: Lynn Ahrens Visits ANASTASIA Cast at the Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 30, 2024


Tony award winning lyricist, Lynn Ahrens, visited the cast of Bucks County Playhouse’s production of “Anastasia: The Musical” after the matinee on Sunday, December 29. Check out a photo here!

East Passyunk Opera Company To Team Up with Society Hill Dance Academy for LOVE NOTES 4: PHILLY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 30, 2024


East Passyunk Opera Project will reunite with Society Hill Dance Academy and Top Dog Cocktails to present Love Notes 4 Philly, the fourth and final concert experience in its beloved Love Notes series that started in 2021. Learn how to attend.

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards; MY FAIR LADY at The Shawnee Playhouse Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 27, 2024


This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards; The Shawnee Playhouse Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 23, 2024


This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Crossroads Comedy Theater to Kick Off 2025 With Runs of Two Popular Shows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 19, 2024


Crossroads Comedy Theater, creator of some of Philadelphia's most recognized comedy shows and improv training is kicking off 2025 with performance runs for two of its most popular shows. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Curio Theatre Company To Present Make/Partake Theatre Version of THE THREE LITTLE PIGS
by A.A. Cristi - December 18, 2024


Curio Theatre Company gives people of all ages a chance to be an active part of its current production this season.

Arden Children's Theatre Announces Extension Of PETER PAN
by A.A. Cristi - December 18, 2024


Arden Children's Theatre  has announced the extension of its first production of the 2024/25 season, Peter Pan.

Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards; MY FAIR LADY at The Shawnee Playhouse Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 16, 2024


Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: ANASTASIA Dazzles Bucks County Holiday Audiences
by Marakay Rogers - December 15, 2024


What did our critic think of Anastasia at Bucks County Playhouse?

DRIVING MISS DAISY Announced At Walnut Street Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - December 12, 2024


Walnut Street Theatre will present the heartwarming and thought-provoking classic story DRIVING MISS DAISY as part of their 216th season of dreams.

FIRES IN THE MIRROR Announced At Bristol Riverside Theatre This February
by A.A. Cristi - December 11, 2024


Bristol Riverside Theatre (BRT) (120 Radcliffe Street, Bristol, PA,  19007) opens their newly-renovated theatre with Anna Deavere Smith's Fires in the Mirror, directed by  BRT's Amy Kaissar, showing from February 4 to 23.

Bristol Riverside Theatre Enters A New Era With A Grand Reopening
by A.A. Cristi - December 11, 2024


Following months of renovations, Bristol Riverside Theatre welcomes audiences back to experience a beautiful theatre auditorium, which will be renamed the John Martinson Theatre.  

 Bristol Riverside Theatre to Reopen With FIRES IN THE MIRROR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 11, 2024


 Bristol Riverside Theatre will celebrate its grand reopening on February 3, 2025. Following months of renovations, the historic theatre welcomes audiences back. Learn how to attend.

Lehigh Valley Charter High School For The Arts Will Perform Winter Concert Series
by Stephi Wild - December 11, 2024


The music department of the Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts (Charter Arts) will hold its popular Winter Concert Series next week with performances featuring the school's various choirs and ensembles.

Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Philadelphia Awards
by BWW Awards - December 09, 2024


Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: Holiday Favorite THE NUTCRACKER at The Academy Of Music
by Scott Serio - December 07, 2024


What did our critic think of holiday favorite THE NUTCRACKER at The Academy Of Music?

Penn Live Arts to Present Le Patin Libre, Performing Contemporary Dance on Ice in MURMURATION
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 06, 2024


Penn Live Arts will present the Philadelphia debut of Le Patin Libre, the renowned Canadian skating company that performs contemporary dance on ice. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Edward Lear’s THE OWL AND THE PUSSYCAT AND OTHER NONSENSE to be Presented at Quintessence Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 06, 2024


Through the poetry and imagination of Edward Lear, Quintessence Theatre will take audiences of all ages on a worldwide voyage with The Owl and The Pussycat and Other Nonsense. Learn how to purchase tickets.


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