Philadelphia Theatre Newsroom

The Fulton Theatre has unveiled its new Broadway Camp; an auditioned, rigorous, and enriching professional training intensive designed to cultivate the talents of aspiring performers aged 13-19.

Ensemble Arts Philly will present the new anniversary production of the international Irish dance phenomenon Riverdance with Riverdance 30 - The New Generation at the Miller Theater. Learn how to purchase tickets.

 BalletX will make its return to the Mann Center for the Performing Arts in Fairmount Park for a two-day celebration of art, community and the power of dance – the 2025 Festival at the Mann running May 2-3. 

In a world where artistic expression knows no bounds, Anton and Polina Skaskiv are redefining the landscape of ballroom dance in America. With deep roots in Ukraine's rich dance heritage, this outstanding couple has transformed their competitive drive into a passion for teaching and community involvement, creating waves of change in the cultural fabric of the United States. 

Philadelphia Ballet will present a triple repertory program at the Academy of Music from March 20-23, 2025. Featuring the bold choreography of Angel Corella, Russell Ducker and the highly anticipated world premiere by internationally acclaimed choreographer Stanton Welch AM, this diverse program is set to inspire and captivate audiences.

The Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts will present The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee later this month. Learn more about the production here!

Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company's fourth production of its 2024/25 season with August Wilson's gripping drama, King Hedley II, which debuted February 27.  See video highlights and new photos from the show.

Esperanza Arts Center's 2024/2025 Artist-In-Residence, Keila Cordova will present the world premiere of Say Good Morning If It's Night | Di Buenas Días Si Es De Noche, a multidisciplinary work for the stage. Learn how to attend.

Theatre Horizon will be presenting two exciting musicals for their 2025/26 season: Wishing to Grow Up Brightly, a world-premiere co-created by Amanda Morton (Broadway's Gutenberg! The Musical, KPOP) and Matthew Decker (Broadway's upcoming La La Land).

 InterAct Theatre Company will present the National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere of RIFT, OR WHITE LIES, a new drama by award-winning playwright Gabriel Jason Dean.

The Philadelphia Ballet always shines, but there is a certain sweet spot when Artistic Director Angel Corella has a chance to interpret Tchaikovsky works originally staged by choreographer Marius Petipa.

Cirque du Soleil’s OVO performs at Wilkes-Barre’s Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaze from April 3-6, 2025. Prior to the show’s arrival, guests at the arena can enjoy an OVO display featuring actual costumes from Cirque du Soleil’s popular show. Check out photos from the exhibit.

Rebel Stages and the School of Visual and Performing Arts will present Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical (The Sixty-Minute Version), at The Shawnee Playhouse. Learn how to attend.

Arden Theatre's Amy Murphy will receive the inaugural 'Betsy' Award. Murphy will be honored March 7 at the Betsy Ross House. Murphy co-founded the Arden Theatre Company in Philadelphia in 1988.

The electrifying rhythms of Washington Heights pulse through Bristol Riverside Theatre this spring as Lin-Manuel Miranda's groundbreaking musical, a genre-bending blend of hip-hop, salsa, merengue, and soul, In the  Heights, takes the stage March 25 through April 27.

Theatre Philadelphia has announced the return of Philly Theatre Week 2025. This 10-day celebration will feature over 50 events, showcasing the diverse and dynamic theatre community of the Greater Philadelphia region

Ensemble Arts Philly and The Shubert Organization will present the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy, Beetlejuice, returning to the Academy of Music by popular demand from July 29 – August 3, 2025.

Star of the Day has revealed its 2025 season, celebrating 10 years on stage! The season will featuring Seussical The Musical and much more. See full programming here. 

After five years of development, Totaled: A Folk Rock Thriller had its world premiere production at Theatre Horizon. While the album will be released on March 15, the proshot will be available shortly after.

Philadelphia-based physical theater company Pig Iron Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Franklin’s Key, written by Dan Rothenberg and Robert Quillen Camp.

Arden Theatre Company has announced the extension of August Wilson's gripping drama King Hedley II. Directed by Pulitzer Prize-winner James Ijames, King Hedley II, set in 1985, takes audiences on an emotionally charged journey of survival and redemption following an ex-convict's struggle to rebuild his life against overwhelming odds.

Walnut Street Theatre will bring the acclaimed award-winning musical DREAMGIRLS to life as they close their 216th season of dreams. This dazzling production begins previews on March 25, opens April 2, and runs through May 4.

The internationally acclaimed, award-winning Philadelphia based physical theater company Pig Iron Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Franklin's  Key, written by Dan Rothenberg and Robert Quillen Camp.

After taking the internet by storm with their harmonic and jazz-infused takes on traditional Yiddish melodies, The Shvesters are making their Philly debut with a concert at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History .

Each spring throughout the past 25 years, InLiquid, located at 1400 North American Street in Olde Kensington, hosts their annual fundraiser that brings together art lovers of all ages from throughout the Philadelphia region.