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GRACE AND GLORIE Comes to Act II Playhouse This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2025

Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “Grace and Glorie,” a heartwarming comedy/drama by Tom Ziegler. The production stars Penelope Reed.

THE OUTSIDER Comes to Act II Playhouse Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2024

 Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, the comedy “The Outsider” by Paul Slade Smith.  Previews begin October 8, 2024 and the production opens Friday, October 11. “The Outsider” runs through Sunday, November 3, 2024. 

AN ACT OF GOD Comes to Act II Playhouse Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2024

 Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “An Act of God” by David Javerbaum. The Act II production stars 3-time Barrymore Award-winner Tony Braithwaite as God. 

FOREVER PLAID Comes to Act II Playhouse in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024

 Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “Forever Plaid”, the beloved musical by Stuart Ross. 

IT'S ONLY A PLAY Comes to Act II Playhouse Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2024

Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “It’s Only a Play”, a comedy by the late Terrence McNally. The production stars Tony Braithwaite leading a hilarious ensemble.

Act II Playhouse to Present Three First Ladies of the United States in One-Woman Show TEA FOR THREE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 26, 2023

Act II Playhouse will present “Tea For Three” by Eric H. Weinberger and Elaine Bromka. Learn how to purchase tickets!

BOCA Comes to Act II Playhouse in August
by Stephi Wild - Jun 29, 2023

Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, the hilarious and heartwarming comedy, “Boca” by Jessica Provenz. The production is directed by Tony Braithwaite and features an all-star cast of Philadelphia theatre talent.

Act II Playhouse Presents HELLO, DOLLY! in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2023

 Act II Playhouse announces its latest production, the classic musical, “Hello, Dolly!” written by Michael Stewart with music and lyrics written by Jerry Herman. 

Showbiz Satire MISTAKES WERE MADE Starring Tony Braithwaite to be Presented at Act II Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2023

Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, the showbiz satire, “Mistakes Were Made” by Criag Wright. The production stars Act II Playhouse Artistic Director, Tony Braithwaite.

STEEL MAGNOLIAS Comes to Act II Playhouse This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 4, 2023

Act II Playhouse announces its latest production, the beloved “Steel Magnolias” by Robert Harling. The production is an Act II Playhouse Premiere and will run from January 31 through February 26, 2023.

Act II Playhouse Presents ELEANOR This Autumn
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 28, 2022

Act II Playhouse announces its latest production, “Eleanor” by Mark St. Germain.  The production is a regional theatre premiere making its debut at Act II Playhouse. 

Act II Playhouse Presents THE PRISONER OF SECOND AVENUE
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2022

 Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “The Prisoner of Second Avenue” by Neil Simon. 

Act II Playhouse Announces TOGETHER OFF-BROADWAY: MERMAN AND MARTIN
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 7, 2022

Act II Playhouse announces its latest production, “Together Off-Broadway: Merman and Martin.” The tribute to Broadway royalty Ethel Merman and Mary Martin runs July 5 through August 7. The production is an Act II Playhouse Premiere. 

Act II Playhouse to Present I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2022

Act II Playhouse announces their latest stage musical, “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change,” with book and lyrics by Joe DiPietro and music by Jimmy Roberts. The show runs May 3 through June 5. 

Act II Playhouse Stages Production of BUYER AND CELLAR
by Marissa Tomeo - Feb 20, 2022

Act II Playhouse in Ambler, PA announces their latest stage production, Buyer and Cellar, written by Jonathan Tolins, directed by Tony Braithwaite and starring Zachary Chiero. The show runs from March 1 through April 2. 

Act II Playhouse to Stage A COUPLE OF SWELLS
by Marissa Tomeo - Jan 18, 2022

Act II Playhouse in Ambler, PA announces that Tony Braithwaite and Jennifer Childs are now onstage in a new comedy cabaret, “A Couple of Swells.” Braithwaite and Childs co-wrote and are starring in “A Couple of Swells,” with Musical Direction and piano accompaniment by Owen Robbins.

Tony Braithwaite and Jennifer Childs to Present A COUPLE OF SWELLS at Act II Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2022

Act II Playhouse in Ambler, PA has announced that Tony Braithwaite and Jennifer Childs are now onstage in a new comedy cabaret, 'A Couple of Swells.'

Act II Playhouse Opens With Holiday Comedy REALLY GOOD TIDINGS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2021

Act II Playhouse in Ambler, PA announces its return to a Mainstage Season with “Really Good Tidings,” a hilarious, holiday-inspired new variety show. “We are thrilled to be back in front of live audiences with a new show,” said Tony Braithwaite, Artistic Director. “We opened to smaller houses earlier this fall with very successful evenings of live music and stand-up comedy, and we're ready to welcome patrons to full productions.” 

Act II Playhouse Announces Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2020

Act II Playhouse in Ambler, PA has announced their holiday theatre season. 'We're excited that we are able to continue our 2020/21 season - albeit virtually,' said Tony Braithwaite, Artistic Director. 'We expected that we would not be able to perform live yet, so we're working hard to find ways to bring Playhouse experiences to our patrons.'

Act II Playhouse Announces Extended Run Of CHAPTER TWO
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2020

Can you find your soulmate more than once? Loosely based on his three-week courtship of actress Marsha Mason, Neil Simon created George and Jennie - a couple each recovering from lost love. The pressure is on from George's brother, who wants him 'back out there', and Jennie's best friend who still believes in passion. The whirlwind romance becomes a marriage and the pair needs to decide if they truly believe in second chances.