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Dirty Dancing In Concert


IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE TIMELESS ROMANCE OF THE ICONIC FILM Join us for DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT, the classic film’s first live film-to-concert experience. Enjoy ...

Linda Eder
Linda Eder
3/27


Showcasing one of the greatest voices of our time, Linda Eder’s diverse repertoire spans Broadway, Standards, Pop, Country, and Jazz. When she performs “live” in ...

New Year's Eve in the Emerald City


Ring in the New Year with a touch of magic and glamour at the exclusive fundraiser for the Colonial Theatre. This year, the Colonial is ...

Kiss Me Kate
11/27 - 1/5/2025


Quintessence Theatre presents Kiss Me Kate, a beloved musical by Cole Porter that combines comedic flair with a celebration of theatre. Set against the backdrop ...

Kiss Me, Kate
Kiss Me, Kate
11/27 - 1/5/2025


From the golden age of Broadway musicals comes the classic love story of a couple who just can’t stand each other. It gets “Too Darn ...

Dear Evan Hansen (Non-Equity)


Declared “one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history” by the Washington Post, DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the first musical to take a ...

Anastasia
11/22 - 1/11/2025


Bucks County Playhouse presents an all-new production of the Broadway musical Anastasia from November 22 to January 11. The story follows Anya, a brave young ...

Plays & Players Presents a reading/ performance of In the Continuum by Danai Gurira & Nikkole Salter


In the Continuum puts a human face on the devastating impact of AIDS in Africa and America through the lives of two unforgettably courageous women. ...

MJ
MJ
1/8 - 1/19/2025


He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry has finally arrived on Broadway in a brand-new ...

Peter Pan
Peter Pan
11/27 - 1/19/2025


Join Peter Pan on an adventure to Neverland, a magical island where there are no parents, no chores, and fairies and pirates rule! Introduce your ...


Musicians from the Philadelphia Orchestra, including Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin, will present an intimate concert at The College of Physicians of Philadelphia on January 24, ...

Agora de la danse: Koros – VR Experience


Imagine yourself in the middle of the stage, completely immersed within the performance. Dancers move all around you, so close you feel the depth of ...

Great Balls of Fire
Great Balls of Fire
1/25 - 1/26/2025


After playing Jerry Lee Lewis in “Million Dollar Quartet” in over 75 cities, Jason Cohen brings his ivory-smashing, high-energy performance to a new theatrical concert. ...

Mali Obomsawin Quartet


Making their Philadelphia debut, Mali Obomsawin is a bassist and singer/songwriter from Odanak First Nation. Infused with American roots, indie rock and jazz, Obomsawin’s internationally ...

The Exes
The Exes
1/10 - 1/26/2025


The Exes Our 544th Production By Lenore Skomal  Directed by Norman Burnosky  January 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 24th, 25th, 26th, 2025  Friday and Saturday at 8:00 ...

Benjamin Bagby & Sequentia: Gregorius – The Holy Sinner


Renowned early music artist Benjamin Bagby returns on the heels of his sold-out performance of  Beowulf  back in 2023. Joined by Sequentia, one of the ...


International Contemporary Ensemble presents Boulez Rebooted at Carnegie Hall on January 30, 2025. The concert features the world premiere of Pliages, homage à Pierre Boulez, ...

Minty Fresh Circus
Minty Fresh Circus
1/31 - 2/1/2025


Conceived by Monique Martin Journey through time and space to explore themes of freedom and survival in the early Black American experience. Named in tribute ...

CRYSTAL
1/20 - 2/2/2025


Cirque du Soleil's CRYSTAL returns to Allentown's PPL Arena, offering a unique combination of circus arts performed on ice. This exhilarating show follows the journey ...

DRIVING MISS DAISY
1/7 - 2/2/2025


Walnut Street Theatre presents the Pulitzer Prize-winning play Driving Miss Daisy, which begins previews on January 7, 2025, and officially opens on January 15. This ...


The Crossing, a three-time GRAMMY Award-winning professional chamber choir under the direction of Donald Nally, presents a double bill featuring the world premiere of Sebastian ...

Shemekia Copeland


Hailed as “the greatest blues singer of her generation” ( The Washington Post ) and “a powerhouse vocalist,” ( Rolling Stone ) Shemekia Copeland makes ...

Negro Ensemble Company: Day of Absence


“Arguably the most successful Black theatre group in the world,” ( American Theatre ) the Negro Ensemble Company performs a new production of Douglas Turner ...


Curio Theatre Company presents a one-night-only performance of Shirley Chisholm: Unbossed & Unbowed, featuring Ingrid Griffith. This immersive solo show explores the life of Shirley ...

Come From Away (Non-Equity)


Broadway’s COME FROM AWAY is a Best Musical winner all across North America! This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of ...


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