Theater‘Little Shop of Horrors’ at People’s Light is the perfect summer vacation treatThe lovable macabre tale of a murderous man-eating plant from outer space brings together a stellar cast and some excellent stagecraft.
Theater‘Little Shop of Horrors’ at People’s Light is the perfect summer vacation treatThe lovable macabre tale of a murderous man-eating plant from outer space brings together a stellar cast and some excellent stagecraft.
TheaterWilma’s ‘A Summer Day’ is a soft and somber ride through the choppy waters of grief and memory
TheaterWilma’s ‘A Summer Day’ is a soft and somber ride through the choppy waters of grief and memory
TheaterQuintessence’s ‘Giovanni’s Room’ is only the second official adaptation of James Baldwin’s work. Does it deliver?
TheaterQuintessence’s ‘Giovanni’s Room’ is only the second official adaptation of James Baldwin’s work. Does it deliver?
Theater‘Glitter in the Glass’: A nimble, nerdy, and very funny play that tries to answer some very tough questions
Theater‘Glitter in the Glass’: A nimble, nerdy, and very funny play that tries to answer some very tough questions
TheaterInis Nua’s ‘Square Go’: A master class of acting from inside the little boy’s roomThe actors render extraordinary performances in a show that makes for a delightful theatrical experience.
TheaterInis Nua’s ‘Square Go’: A master class of acting from inside the little boy’s roomThe actors render extraordinary performances in a show that makes for a delightful theatrical experience.
TheaterWith a spectacular cast, ‘The Wiz’ wows at the Academy of Music L. Frank Baum’s original story gets some inventive tweaks, complete with moves by Beyoncé’s 'Single Ladies' choreographer.
TheaterWith a spectacular cast, ‘The Wiz’ wows at the Academy of Music L. Frank Baum’s original story gets some inventive tweaks, complete with moves by Beyoncé’s 'Single Ladies' choreographer.
TheaterAs Trump attacks LGBTQ+ communities, Philadelphia readies the stage for the world premiere of James Baldwin’s ‘Giovanni’s Room’The first-ever authorized adaptation of the groundbreaking 1956 novel is making its debut not in New York or Paris, but in Mt. Airy's Sedgwick Theater.
TheaterAs Trump attacks LGBTQ+ communities, Philadelphia readies the stage for the world premiere of James Baldwin’s ‘Giovanni’s Room’The first-ever authorized adaptation of the groundbreaking 1956 novel is making its debut not in New York or Paris, but in Mt. Airy's Sedgwick Theater.
TheaterBen Franklin’s key and kite help unlock the hidden magic of PhiladelphiaPig Iron Theatre Company’s 'Franklin's Key' is a clue-finding, puzzle-solving uncovering of the 'truth' about Franklin’s legacy.
TheaterBen Franklin’s key and kite help unlock the hidden magic of PhiladelphiaPig Iron Theatre Company’s 'Franklin's Key' is a clue-finding, puzzle-solving uncovering of the 'truth' about Franklin’s legacy.
TheaterA beloved 1959 film gets an exuberant makeover in the ‘Some Like It Hot’ musicalWith excellent choreography, hummable music, and a cast of heavy hitters, the Broadway production is a must-watch.
TheaterA beloved 1959 film gets an exuberant makeover in the ‘Some Like It Hot’ musicalWith excellent choreography, hummable music, and a cast of heavy hitters, the Broadway production is a must-watch.
TheaterTake a deep dive into South Korean seas in ‘Past Lives’ precursor ‘Endlings’ Celine Song's play precedes her Oscar-nominated film, but explores similar themes of legacy, diasporic art, tradition, and gender.
TheaterTake a deep dive into South Korean seas in ‘Past Lives’ precursor ‘Endlings’ Celine Song's play precedes her Oscar-nominated film, but explores similar themes of legacy, diasporic art, tradition, and gender.
TheaterThe British Quaker who challenged Ben Franklin is back at Quintessence Theatre"The Return of Benjamin Lay," is a timely reminder of Lay's unapologetic radicalism against authoritarian forces.
TheaterThe British Quaker who challenged Ben Franklin is back at Quintessence Theatre"The Return of Benjamin Lay," is a timely reminder of Lay's unapologetic radicalism against authoritarian forces.
TheaterTake a music lesson with a legend in People’s Light Theatre’s ‘Monsieur Chopin’Actor, playwright, and scenic designer Hershey Felder shines in this very authentic one-man show
TheaterTake a music lesson with a legend in People’s Light Theatre’s ‘Monsieur Chopin’Actor, playwright, and scenic designer Hershey Felder shines in this very authentic one-man show
TheaterA deft play of fact and fiction arises in Wilma Theater’s ‘Archduke’ Blanka Zizka, who cofounded the company, makes a much-anticipated return as a director after a four-year absence.
TheaterA deft play of fact and fiction arises in Wilma Theater’s ‘Archduke’ Blanka Zizka, who cofounded the company, makes a much-anticipated return as a director after a four-year absence.
TheaterArden’s ‘The Hobbit’ is a delightful children’s adventure The production proves that the most enduring star of The Hobbit has never been Bilbo Baggins, but Tolkien’s story itself.
TheaterArden’s ‘The Hobbit’ is a delightful children’s adventure The production proves that the most enduring star of The Hobbit has never been Bilbo Baggins, but Tolkien’s story itself.
Theater‘Garden State Gothic’: See the Jersey Devil in a new light "The Devil & Daisy Dirt" is equal parts theater and spoken word, with a backdrop of live bluegrass numbers.
Theater‘Garden State Gothic’: See the Jersey Devil in a new light "The Devil & Daisy Dirt" is equal parts theater and spoken word, with a backdrop of live bluegrass numbers.
Theater‘Birthday Candles’ at People’s Light is a charming existential ride with a side of butter cake The 'stunning' play walks us through a series of Ernestine’s birthdays, ultimately grappling with ideas of destiny, purpose, and her place in the cosmos.
Theater‘Birthday Candles’ at People’s Light is a charming existential ride with a side of butter cake The 'stunning' play walks us through a series of Ernestine’s birthdays, ultimately grappling with ideas of destiny, purpose, and her place in the cosmos.
TheaterWalnut Street’s ‘Dreamgirls’ wows with its stars but not much elseThe musical with great actors and costumes falters in its overall production.
TheaterWalnut Street’s ‘Dreamgirls’ wows with its stars but not much elseThe musical with great actors and costumes falters in its overall production.
ObituariesThom Cardwell, writer, queer film festival organizer, and original ‘American Bandstand’ dancer, has died at 79Thom Cardwell, 79, the film producer, screenwriter, queer icon, and local celebrity, died on Jan. 2, 2025. He was also one of the original dancers on "American Bandstand."
ObituariesThom Cardwell, writer, queer film festival organizer, and original ‘American Bandstand’ dancer, has died at 79Thom Cardwell, 79, the film producer, screenwriter, queer icon, and local celebrity, died on Jan. 2, 2025. He was also one of the original dancers on "American Bandstand."
Theater‘& Juliet’ is a joyous retelling of ‘Romeo and Juliet’Anne Hathaway and William Shakespeare ponder over one question: What if Juliet didn’t have to die over some boy?
Theater‘& Juliet’ is a joyous retelling of ‘Romeo and Juliet’Anne Hathaway and William Shakespeare ponder over one question: What if Juliet didn’t have to die over some boy?
