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QUINTESSENCE THEATRE

7137 Germantown Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19119

Kiss Me Kate
11/27 - 1/5/2025


Quintessence Theatre presents Kiss Me Kate, a beloved musical by Cole Porter that combines comedic flair with a celebration of theatre. Set against the backdrop ...

Kiss Me, Kate
Kiss Me, Kate
11/27 - 1/5/2025


From the golden age of Broadway musicals comes the classic love story of a couple who just can’t stand each other. It gets “Too Darn ...

Antony and Cleopatra
2/25 - 4/25/2025


Quintessence Theatre presents a riveting exploration of power and passion in Antony and Cleopatra. Directed by Alex Burns, this iconic Shakespearean tale delves into the ...

A Midsummer Night’s Dream
2/27 - 4/26/2025


A Midsummer Night’s Dream will be featured in the Reckless Romance repertory at Quintessence Theatre from February 27 to April 26, 2025. Directed by Alex ...

Giovanni’s Room
5/28 - 6/22/2025


Quintessence Theatre will present a World Premiere adaptation of James Baldwin's Giovanni's Room, running from May 28 to June 22, 2025. This adaptation, crafted by ...


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Quintessence Theatre Presents Cole Porter's KISS ME, KATE


by A.A. Cristi - November 06, 2024

Experience COLE PORTER'S KISS ME, KATE at Quintessence Theatre, directed by Todd Underwood. Enjoy a blend of jazz, dance, and comedy from November 27 to January 5....

Inis Nua To Present American Premiere Of DRIP At Fergie's Pub


by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 21, 2024

Inis Nua Theatre Company will present the American premiere of DRIP, a musical by Tom Wells and Matthew Robins, at Fergie's Pub in Philadelphia as part of their 'Pop-Up Play in a Pub' series. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets. ...

Quintessence Theatre Extends Martin Crimp's CYRANO DE BERGERAC


by Stephi Wild - October 11, 2024

 Quintessence Theatre just announced it is adding five more performances of Martin Crimp’s diabolically hilarious and heartbreaking adaptation of Cyrano de Bergerac, starring Philadelphia’s J Hernandez in the titular role. ...

Photos: CYRANO DE BERGERAC at Quintessence Theatre


by Blair Ingenthron - October 06, 2024

Considered one of the world’s one hundred greatest plays, Quintessence is producing the Philadelphia Premiere of the adaptation of Edmond Rostand’s Cyrano de Bergerac by “in-yer-face” British playwright Martin Crimp (The Misanthrope, 2013 and The Chairs, 2022.) Check out producti...

Ensemble Arts to Present Free Philadelphia Fall Arts Fest Featuring Over 50 Organizations


by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 12, 2024

Ensemble Arts will present the Philadelphia Fall Arts Fest featuring over 50 arts organizations and free performances. Learn more about the programming!...

Quintessence Theatre Presents Philadelphia Premiere Of Martin Crimp's CYRANO DE BERGERAC


by A.A. Cristi - September 10, 2024

Quintessence Theatre has announced the Philadelphia premiere of Martin Crimp’s CYRANO DE BERGERAC, running from September 25 to October 20....

Quintessence Theatre Group Purchases Historic Sedgwick Theater


by Blair Ingenthron - July 26, 2024

Quintessence Theatre Group's Board of Directors, Chaired by Patricia Stranahan, has purchased the historic Sedgwick Theater in the Mt. Airy neighborhood of Northwest Philadelphia for $2.3 million....

Quintessence Theatre To Present World Premiere Adaptation of GIOVANNI'S ROOM And More


by A.A. Cristi - July 19, 2024

Quintessence Theatre celebrates its 15th anniversary with a world premiere adaptation of Baldwin's GIOVANNI'S ROOM and the Philadelphia premiere of Crimp's CYRANO DE BERGERAC....

FATHER COMES HOME FROM THE WARS, PARTS 1, 2 & 3 Comes to Quintessence Theatre


by Stephi Wild - May 08, 2024

 Quintessence Theatre has announced the Philadelphia Premiere of Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Suzan-Lori Parks’ acclaimed play, Father Comes Home From The Wars, Parts 1, 2 & 3....

Quintessence Theatre Announces Appointment Of Erica Ezold As Executive Director


by A.A. Cristi - April 22, 2024

Quintessence Theatre, in residence at the Sedgwick Theater in Philadelphia's Mount Airy neighborhood, has announced that effective April 15, 2024, Erica Ezold has joined the organization as Executive Director. ...

Past Shows

Cyrano de Bergerac
9/25 - 10/20/2024


Quintessence Theatre presents the Philadelphia Premiere of Martin Crimp's adaptation of Cyrano de Bergerac, running from September 25 to October 20. This adaptation reimagines the ...

The Seven Deadly Sins
The Seven Deadly Sins
6/10 - 6/20/2021


Quintessence Theatre Group presents Thornton Wilders "The Seven Deadly Sins" audio play series June 10 - 20. From a play on Greek tragedy in "The ...

Henrik Ibsen's Rosmersholm
Henrik Ibsen's Rosmersholm
10/19 - 10/23/2020


It is the eve of a major election. The country is on the verge of upheaval over a battle between progress and tradition. The press ...

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