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QUINTESSENCE THEATRE

7137 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19119

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


Is love for the foolish?   Four Athenian youths reject their parents’ efforts to interfere in their romantic lives, and choose to run away instead ...

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 ...

Antony and Cleopatra
Antony and Cleopatra
3/5 - 4/27/2025


Can passion topple an empire?   Julius Caesar is assassinated, the rebellion foiled, and the Roman Empire is now ruled equally by three men, of ...

Quintessence Theatre presents Antony & Cleopatra in the Reckless Romance Rep


Repertory theatre is a high-wire act, and Quintessence Theatre is once again taking on William Shakespeare to deliver this epic experience for Philadelphia. 12 actors ...

Quintessence Theatre presents The Return of Benjamin Lay


Benjamin Lay - shepherd, sailor, revolutionary, and the British Empire’s first revolutionary abolitionist - returns from the grave almost 300 years after his death, as ...

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 ...



THE RETURN OF BENJAMIN LAY Comes to Quintessence


by Stephi Wild - March 25, 2025

Pennsylvania history will come to life in The Return of Benjamin Lay by playwright, screenwriter and poet Naomi Wallace and University of Pittsburgh Distinguished Professor of Atlantic History, Marcus Rediker....

Arden Children's Theatre to Present Greg Banks' THE HOBBIT


by A.A. Cristi - March 21, 2025

Adventure awaits as Arden Children's Theatre invites families to embark on a journey filled with courage, friendship, and excitement in Greg Banks' lively stage adaptation of The Hobbit beginning April 2. ...

Philly Theatre Week Will Return in April


by Stephi Wild - March 04, 2025

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...

Theaters Throughout The Greater Philadelphia Region To Dim Lights In Honor Of Carrie Gorn


by A.A. Cristi - February 03, 2025

On Thursday, February 6 at 7PM, regional theaters throughout the greater Philadelphia region will take part in a light dimming ceremony to honor the passing of Carrie Gorn, a longtime publicist and champion of arts and theater in Philadelphia, who died suddenly on January 29 at age 49....

Quintessence Theatre To Present A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM and ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA


by A.A. Cristi - January 17, 2025

Quintessence Theatre will present twelve actors performing multiple roles in a rotating schedule of A Midsummer Night's Dream and Antony & Cleopatra in a “Reckless Romance” repertory....

Quintessence Theatre Adds January Performances to THE OWL AND THE PUSSY CAT AND OTHER NONSENSE


by Stephi Wild - January 02, 2025

Quintessence Theatre has added performances to its production of The Owl And The Pussy Cat And Other Nonsense. Learn more about when you can catch this show here!...

Edward Lear’s THE OWL AND THE PUSSYCAT AND OTHER NONSENSE to be Presented at Quintessence Theatre


by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 06, 2024

Through the poetry and imagination of Edward Lear, Quintessence Theatre will take audiences of all ages on a worldwide voyage with The Owl and The Pussycat and Other Nonsense. Learn how to purchase tickets....

PETER PAN Returns For Arden Children's Theatre's First 2024/25 Production


by A.A. Cristi - November 19, 2024

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....

TKTS Booth Will Open in Philadelphia


by Nicole Rosky - November 19, 2024

The TKTS Philadelphia booth opens Thursday, November 21, 2024, at the Independence Visitor Center. We have all of the details about how to get discount theatre tickets at the new location here!...

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....

Past Shows

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 ...

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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