Inis Nua Theatre to Present Pop-Up Play in a Pub Series at Fergie's Pub
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2023
Join Inis Nua Theatre for a one-of-a-kind experience as they bring their pop-up play series to Fergie's Pub. Enjoy comedic theatre performances along with delicious handmade pies and cold pints. Don't miss this unique blend of entertainment and pub culture.
1812 Productions 2023/24 Season To Include Bruce Graham World Premiere, Harvey Fierstein's TORCH SONG, And More
by A.A. Cristi - May 16, 2023
1812 Productions will celebrate a major milestone with their 2023/24 season: Philadelphia's all-comedy theater company will present their 100th production in November 2023 with the return of their wildly popular This is the Week That Is. In addition to an all-new version of the political satire, the company will present a world premiere comedy and the Philadelphia professional premiere of a classic Harvey Fierstein play.
1812 Productions' Sketch Satire THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS to Return in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2022
1812 Productions, Philadelphia's all comedy theatre company, will kick off their 2022-23 season with the return of their popular political satire, THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS. This year's production will run December 1 through December 31 at Plays & Players Theatre, 1714 Delancey Place, Philadelphia.
Inis Nua Theatre Company to Present 10 DATES WITH MAD MARY as Part of Pop-Up Play in a Pub
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2022
Inis Nua Theatre Company will open its 19th season with the American premiere of 10 Dates With Mad Mary, written by Yasmine Akram. This comedy play tells the story of Mary McArdle, an antisocial young woman trying to find a date for her best friend’s wedding. The show runs from October 26, 2022 until November 6, for a total of eight performances.
1812 Productions Announces Digital Extension Of THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2022
1812 Productions, Philadelphia's all comedy theatre company, has announced a one-week digital extension of their popular political satire, THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS. A celebrated part of the Philadelphia theatre season for the past 16 years, the show delivers sharp satire and content that changes with the headlines.
1812 Productions Announces Regional Premiere Of THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG and More for 2022-2023 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2022
1812 Productions, Philadelphia's all comedy theatre company, has announced their 2022-2023 season of laughs coming to Plays & Players Theatre in Center City, Philadelphia. Of note, the company will stage the professional regional premiere of the international hit sensation THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, coming in 2023, along with new stagings of two of 1812's popular hits, THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS and BROADS.
Photos: First Look at THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS At 1812 Productions
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2022
1812 Productions, Philadelphia’s all comedy theatre company, is pleased to announce the return of live performances for their popular political satire, THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS. A celebrated part of the Philadelphia theatre season for the past 16 years, the show delivers sharp satire and content that changes with the headlines. This year’s production will run April 28 through May 22, 2022 at Plays & Players Theatre, 1714 Delancey Place, Philadelphia.
1812 Productions Announces 2021-22 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2021
1812 Productions, Philadelphia's All-Comedy Theater Company, will welcome live audiences back as they announce their 2021-22 season, featuring a variety of in-person, hybrid, and online offerings to suit any audience member's preference.
Inis Nua Theatre Reveals 18th Season With Two American Premieres and Special Vaccine Only Weeks
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2021
Inis Nua Theatre Company presents their much-anticipated eighteenth season with a return to in-person productions, featuring three mainstage plays and a poignant reading series about Healing and Hope. Inis Nua Theatre Company has the unique mission to present contemporary plays from Ireland, England, Scotland, and Wales for a Philadelphia audience.
Philly Favorite THIS IS THE WEEK THAT IS Returns
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2020
1812 Productions will present its annual political comedy, and Philadelphia favorite, This Is The Week That Is. A staple of the Philadelphia theatre season for the past 15 years, This Is The Week That Is returns in a digital format and continues to deliver sharp satire and content that changes with the headlines. This Is The Week That Is will stream live on 1812 Productions' website from December 3rd, 2020 thru January 3, 2021.
1812 Productions Announces 2020-2021 Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2020
1812 Productions has announced its 2020-2021 theatre season. The 2020-2021 season features four original comedic works that are being designed for virtual performance, with live performances tentatively scheduled for spring, 2021. Each production will feature a mixture of live performance and pre-recorded material and will be streamed through 1812 Productions' website.
11th Hour Theatre Company Presents CHESS THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2019
11th Hour Theatre Company presents CHESS THE MUSICAL. Music by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus of ABBA, lyrics by Tim Rice (Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, Lion King, Aida), and book by Richard Nelson. The concert is directed by 11th Hour co-founder and producing Artistic Director, Michael Philip O'Brien, with music direction by Madison Auch. This riveting rock musical event will perform January 11th-19th at Christ Church Neighborhood House, and will feature seven professional actors alongside an ensemble of eight Temple University students. Tickets are $19-$37 and can be purchased online at www.11thhourtheatrecompany.org or by phone at 267-987-9865.