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Taha Mandviwala is no stranger to transformation on and off the stage. Raised in Kentucky and originally on a pre-med path, Mandviwala ultimately followed his passion for theatre. After taking on …

This summer, Shakespeare in Clark Park celebrates its 20th anniversary with the production of a Shakespearian classic with a bold musical twist. From acclaimed writer and composer Jay Eddy, 'A …

Philadelphia Theatre Company, under the artistic leadership of Tyler Dobrowsky and Taibi Magar, announced its 2025/26 season, featuring three mainstage productions. The 51st season includes 'Primary …

Imagine a world where all fairytales are discovered to be real, then combine it with the reality of the world that we live in. Within that world you could imagine the tiny people from Gulliver's …

This month, InterAct Theatre Company and Theatre in the X will showcase the world premiere of 'ON MY DEEN', written by Antu Yacob and directed by Amina Robinson in collaboration with Philadelphia’s …

Philadelphia's internationally acclaimed, award-winning theater company, Pig Iron Theatre Company, presents the world premiere of 'Franklin's Key,' a theatrical sci-fi adventure set in the City of …

When Quintessence Theatre’s Artistic Director Alexander Burns opens his company’s adaptation of James Baldwin’s 'Giovanni’s Room' novel, history will be made. “Baldwin’s book has been …

It used to be that when you heard the phrase “Broadway classic,” it meant splashy productions from theater’s Golden Age and composers like Rogers & Hammerstein ('Carousel', 'Oklahoma!'), …

Calling all lovers of the theatrical arts, Bucks County Playhouse is offering a new four-week theater program this summer. The new initiative, titled the Playhouse Institute Summer Conservatory, …

Looking for the latest on Philly's theater scene? Metro has you covered. Here are some highlights for the month of May. 'Endlings' Normally, we wouldn’t start at the end, but this time, this grand …

A new festival is headed to the City of Brotherly Love, and its focus aims to transform how we engage with aging, dying, and grieving. The Philadelphia Death & Arts Festival is officially set …

It's hard to pin down exactly what to call Penn Jillette, because so much of what he and his partner Teller do as Penn & Teller defies definition. Their live performances—whether in Las Vegas, …

Audiences will have quite a mystery on their hands this summer when 'Alibi' hits the stage at Bristol Riverside Theatre. The gripping whodunit is a sharp and stylish adaptation of legendary mystery …

The hit musical, 'Some Like It Hot' follows the story of two musicians (Joe and Jerry) who witness a mob hit in Prohibition-era Chicago and go on the run. This subsequently leads them to pose as …

If you're familiar with Homer’s epic 'The Odyssey', you know it tells the story of the cunning warrior Odysseus, who embarks on a ten-year journey home after the decade-long Trojan War. Meanwhile, …

InterAct Theatre Company, renowned for its socially conscious and politically charged productions, has plenty to see on stage this month. Here is the latest happenings at InterAct. 'Rift, or White …

The Philadelphia-based creative group, Obvious Agency, is debuting a new show this summer, and like all of the brand's past performances, locals can expect a unique and immersive encounter. 'Space …

Local comic legends Tony Braithwaite and Jennifer Childs may not be married in real life, but their faux-marriage has entertained Philly audiences for decades. 'Let’s Pretend We’re Married' hits …

If you needed a reason to head down to Wilmington, The Playhouse on Rodney Square at The Grand is giving you multiple of them—and they're all quite show-stopping. The creative locale recently …

Washington Heights is coming to Bristol Riverside Theatre this weekend. 'In the Heights', Lin Manuel Miranda's genre-bending musical takes the stage March 27, and will run at the creative locale …

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