Philadelphia Theatre Newsroom

Walnut Street Theatre (WST) continues their 216th Season with the charming story of Buddy the Elf. Travel with Buddy from the North Pole all the way to New York City in ELF  The Broadway Musical. The show opens on November 27, and runs through December 29. Check out video highlights of the production.

Broadway’s original Anastasia, Christy Altomare, was among the guests at a buzzy opening night of the new production of “Anastasia: The Musical” at Bucks County Playhouse on Saturday, November 23. Check out photos of Christy's meeting with the cast!

Due to popular demand, the Philadelphia-based theater company The Wilma Theater has announced an extension of its ongoing regional premiere presentation of the critically acclaimed play The Comeuppance.

The Oscar Hammerstein Museum and Theatre Education Center has announced the first historically significant gift to the Museum's collection - two of the iconic rocking chairs used by the famed lyricist. .

The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts has announced performances with enhanced accessible features, including American Sign Language interpretation (ASL), Audio Description (AD), captioning services, and sensory-friendly offerings.

Esperanza Arts Center invites you to an evening of cultural celebration featuring live music, Latin cuisine, and a discussion on the life and work of renowned author Julia Alvarez.

The Shawnee Playhouse, celebrating its forty-fifth season, will present A Christmas Wizard of Oz. Directed by Midge McClosky, this magical and festive musical stars young, local talent from The Poconos. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

An Evening with Peter Billingsley and A Christmas Story at Keswick Theatre on December 4th

 An evening of Broadway music highlighting the timeless works of Jewish composers who have shaped much of Broadway’s history will be presented by Congregation Rodeph Shalom in Center City Philadelphia.

Renowned violinist Ray Chen joins the Curtis Symphony Orchestra for performances of Barber's Violin Concerto on December 13 at Marian Anderson Hall and December 15 at Raymond F. Kravis Center.

This holiday season, Arden Children’s Theatre invites families to embark on a magical adventure with an imaginative adaptation of the timeless classic Peter Pan.

PCS Theater will honor the Young People’s Theater Workshop with a special YPTW Alumni Cabaret, showcasing past participants and celebrating the program's impact on the arts community. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Sankofa African American Theatre Company has announced its 3rd Annual Production of Langston Hughes' Gospel musical, BLACK NATIVITY, at The West Shore Theatre in New Cumberland.

Lantern Theater Company announced that its acclaimed production of American Moor will extend its run into December to meet demand from audiences and student groups.

The cast of HAMILTON will perform a benefit concert in Philadelphia to aid recent hurricane victims, showcasing their commitment to community support and relief efforts.

Star of the Day presents A FAIRY TALE CHRISTMAS CAROL at St. John's UCC in Emmaus, PA. Experience Dickens' classic with a twist as fairy-tale characters take on iconic roles. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Step back in time and experience the pivotal moments of the American Revolution with Michael C. Harris at the Revolutionary Speaker Series in December. Learn more about the event here!

The Lansdowne Symphony Orchestra will celebrate the holiday season with a joyful afternoon of music during their Holiday Concert at the Upper Darby School District Performing Arts Center.

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.

Philadelphia Theatre Company will celebrate its 50th season and its education programs with a one-night benefit reading of Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune by Terrence McNally, starring Da’Vine Joy Randolph. Learn more!

BALLETX FALL SERIES 2024 at Suzanne Roberts Theatre Features World Premiere and the return of two favorites.

Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope, PA, announced a festive lineup featuring a family musical, a theatrical rummage sale, and a cabaret, offering diverse entertainment options for the holiday season.

Opera Philadelphia will return to the historic Academy of Music in January with the company premiere of The Anonymous Lover, a 1780 opera by Joseph Bologne.

Experience holiday magic with two cabaret performances at the Playhouse Barn, featuring Broadway's Teri Dale Hansen and pianist Joseph Thalken. Enjoy festive classics and new favorites this season.

STOMP, the international percussion sensation, returns to Philadelphia for six holiday performances at the Miller Theater from December 26-29.