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Review: 1776 at Walnut Street Theatre
by Greer Firestone - Apr 26, 2026

The Walnut Street Theatre’s opening night production of 1776 is, quite simply, magnificent. It arrives not merely as a theatrical event, but as something more essential—an experience that feels necessary.

Video: First Look at 1776 at Walnut Street Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Apr 21, 2026

Walnut Street Theatre has released first look footage of 1776, Sherman Edwards and Peter Stone's classic award-winning Broadway musical, now playing through May 31, 2026 as part of Philadelphia's celebration commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Walnut Street Theatre to Stage 1776 THE MUSICAL for America's 250th Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2026

Walnut Street Theatre will present 1776 THE MUSICAL as part of its 2025-26 Season of Legendary Stories, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. The production is set to open on April 14, 2026, with performances running through May 8.

Walnut Street Theatre to Stage 1776 THE MUSICAL for America's 250th Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 3, 2026

Walnut Street Theatre will conclude its 217th season with 1776 THE MUSICAL, a pivotal event in Philadelphia's 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The show, featuring historical figures like John Adams and Benjamin Franklin.

Gulfshore Playhouse Celebrates The Holidays With IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2025

Gulfshore Playhouse will bring holiday cheer to Naples with Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, running November 11–December 21, 2025. Directed by Dann Dunn.

NEXT TO NORMAL Will Open 2025–26 Season At Constellation Stage & Screen
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 5, 2025

Constellation Stage & Screen will launch its 2025–26 Season with Next to Normal, running September 4–21 at the Waldron Auditorium in Bloomington, Indiana.

Musical Theater Showcase By MusiCoLab Set for This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 16, 2024

The original work of six local musical theater writing teams will be presented in the twelfth installment of MusiCoLab's Showcase Series, at the Proscenium Theater at The Drake in Philadelphia.

CHESS IN CONCERT Comes to Mt. Gretna Playhouse in July
by Stephi Wild - Jun 28, 2024

Chess the Musical will be brought to life by 17 actors and a 24-piece orchestra in a gorgeous open air venue in Central Pennsylvania.

Video: First Look At Fulton Theatre's 9 TO 5: The Musical
by Joshua Wright - Mar 8, 2024

Get a first look at The Fulton Theatre's production of 9 to 5: The Musical in an all-new trailer for the production. Watch as the cast performs the title song and more.

Video: Go Inside The First Orchestra Rehearsal For The Fulton's 9 TO 5
by Joshua Wright - Feb 23, 2024

Go inside the first orchestra rehearsal for The Fulton Theatre's upcoming production of 9 to 5: The Musical in an all-new video. Watch as the cast performs the title song, Hart to Heart, Backwoods Barbie, and more.

Cast Set For 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL at the Fulton Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2024

The Fulton Theatre has announced the cast of its upcoming production of 9 to 5: The Musical. Find out who is starring int he musical here!

Review: SHEAR MADNESS at Fulton Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - May 21, 2023

Go see it once, twice or a dozen times. No two shows will be the same-except they will all be hilarious!

Rob McClure, Maggie Lakis & More to Perform at CONCERT FOR CALEB Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 28, 2022

Join in for refreshments, incredible prizes, and performances from twenty of Philly’s favorite vocalists with a special appearance by ComedySportz Philly.  Performers include Broadway’s Rob McClure, and more.

PARADISE SQUARE Cast Members to Join BROADWAY SESSIONS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2022

Broadway Sessions, the beloved long running musical theatre variety show will return to The Laurie Beechman Theatre this coming Thursday evening, May 19th.

VIDEO: Joaquina Kalukango Discusses Being Grateful to Be Back on Stage in PARADISE SQUARE Post-Show Speech
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2022

Paradise Square officially resumed performances last night, April 19, after briefly going dark due to COVID cases within the cast. Joaquina Kalukango gave a speech after last night's performance, where she talked about being grateful to be back on stage.

PARADISE SQUARE Will Now Resume Performances On Tuesday, April 19
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2022

The new Broadway musical Paradise Square will now resume performances on Tuesday, April 19 at the Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street), rather than Saturday, April 16 as previously announced. The change is due to additional COVID cases within the company.

PARADISE SQUARE to Resume Performances on April 16th
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 11, 2022

After previously announcing that performances would resume on Tuesday, April 12, the original new Broadway musical Paradise Square will definitely resume performances on Saturday, April 16, with performances at 2:00 and 8:00 pm at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street). The production, which opened April 3, halted performances on Thursday, April 7 after positive COVID cases were experienced in the company.

Chilina Kennedy Tests Positive For COVID-19; Will Miss Preview Performances of PARADISE SQUARE
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2022

BroadwayWorld has learned that Paradise Square principal cast member Chilina Kennedy will miss upcoming preview performances of the production due to testing positive for COVID. She is currently set to return on Saturday, April 2.

PARADISE SQUARE Announces $32 Rush Ticket and Digital Lottery Policy
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2022

Paradise Square has announced a rush ticket and digital lottery policy. Find out how to get rush and lotto tickets to the show.

Meet the Cast of PARADISE SQUARE
by Stephi Wild - Mar 15, 2022

Paradise Square begins previews on Broadway tonight, March 15, 2022, ahead of an opening night on April 3 at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Learn more about the cast bringing this musical to life on stage here!