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Ballet Listings
*Please note that all shows and prices are subject to change
- Pennsylvania Ballet
- Since its inception in 1963, Pennsylvania Ballet has been at the forefront of dance in America and is widely regarded as one of the premier ballet companies in the nation. The School and Company were established by Barbara Weisberger, a Balanchine protégé, through a Ford Foundation initiative to develop regional professional dance companies. Over the past several years, Pennsylvania Ballet has enhanced its artistic integrity while continually increasing its reach and strengthening its foundation through creative programming; initiatives such as the Family Matinee Series and Prologue Lecture Series; and educational outreach programs such as Accent on Dance.
- Location: 1101 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
- Phone: (215)551-7000
- Show Locations: Merriam Theater at the University of the Arts and The Academy of Music.
- Typical Show Times: Weekdays: 8pm; Weekends 2pm or 8pm. Check website or contact Box Office to verify.
- Prices: Approximately $16 to $80; Special subscription pricing save up to 40%. Check website or contact Box Office for details.
- 2003/2004 Shows:
- Rhythm and Blues, April 14-18, 2004
- Swan Lake, June 4-12, 2004
Theatre Listings
*Please note that all shows and prices are subject to change
- Allens Lane Theater
- In an Allens Lane Art Center class schedule, dated 1973, the organization was described as "a spontaneous outgrowth of community initiative, enthusiasm, hard work and official cooperation."
- The Art Center offers five main programs: Classes for Children & Adults (art, dance, acting), Allens Lane Theater, Allens Lane Gallery and the After School Arts Program.
- You're invited to bring your own picnic dinners, snacks,
beverages and desserts. The house opens 50 minutes before curtain for subscribers, 40
minutes for non-subscribers, to accommodate pre-show dining. A small (100 seat), intimate space
guarantees that no one is far from the stage. Free, off-street parking is available.
- Location: Allens Lane Art Center, Allens Lane & McCallum St., Philadelphia, PA 19119
- For tickets: Call 215-248-0546, order online, or go to the box office.
- Prices: $5-$20 Check website for details.
- 2003 - 2004 Shows:
- Richard Greenberg's THREE DAYS OF RAIN, March 5 - 20, 2004
- Jeffrey Hatcher's THREE VIEWINGS , April 23 - May 8, 2004
- The Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts
- Housed in the UPENN campus, the Annenberg Center serves to provide the university and greater community with everything from brilliant classical music and theatre to world music, jazz, and dance.
- Location: Annenberg Center Box Office, 3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
- For tickets:
- Typical Show Times: Varies, check website or contact Box Office.
- Prices: Varies, check website or contact Box Office.
- Events include: Dance Celebration, Classical Music, Jazz, World Discovery, Theatre, Family Series, Special Events, and Discovery Series
- Arden Theatre Company
- Since 1988, the Arden has staged the best stories by the greatest playwrights and novelists of our time. We choose stories that challenge, excite and move us, and we look forward to sharing them with you.
Honored three times as Theatre Company of the Year (The Philadelphia Inquirer), the winner of four Best of Philly Awards (Philadelphia Magazine) and the recipient of twelve Barrymore Awards for Excellence in Theatre, the Arden offers its audiences unsurpassed artistic and production excellence.
- Location: 40 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
- For tickets:
- Typical Show Times: Evenings: Sun - 2pm and 7pm; Tues. - 8pm; Wed. 6:30pm (2pm shows too); Thurs. and Fri. - 8pm; Sat. 8pm (2pm shows too). Check website or contact Box Office to verify.
- Prices: Full $22 to $36; Special pricing for Seniors, Students, Teens and Kids. Check website or contact Box Office for details.
- 2002 - 2003 Shows:
- Daedalus, Sep 12 2002 - Nov 3 2002
- All My Sons, Oct 17 2002 - Nov 17 2002
- The Boxcar Children, Dec 5 2002 - Jan 12 2003
- children's theatre
- Northeast Local, Jan 30 2003 - Mar 23 2003
- Twelfth Night, Mar 13 2003 - Apr 13 2003
- Pacific Overtures, May 22 2003 - Jun 22 2003
- Azuka Theatre Collective
- Azuka Theatre Collective’s goal is to produce theatrical works that are both visceral and thought provoking. Azuka is dedicated to producing contemporary/non-traditional works as well as revisiting classic plays with a new perspective. We are committed to creating/developing culturally inclusive text-based work and believe that theatre arts should go beyond theatrical production by participating in the cultural growth of our surrounding communities.
- The word "Azuka" is a West African word meaning "strong foundation", but our company is the namesake of a girl named Jane Azuka. Azuka Theatre Collective is inspired by the idea that more involvement in theatre arts will naturally lend itself to involvement in the community. Our goal is to encourage new productions for the twenty-first century that allow many voices and philosophies to be encountered at once. We believe theatre cannot be created in a vacuum of homogeny.
- Location: 525 S. 4th Street, Suite 362, Philadelphia, PA 19147
- For tickets: Call 215.733.0255
- Check website for details.
- Blue Rose Moon Theatre Company
- PCIC is a not-for-profit, volunteer driven independent production group dedicated to multiculturalism, independence, and developmental theater. It's goal is to create an arts center by and for regular Philadelphians. Developmental theater is a production approach in which everyone-artist and audience alike-can grow and develop.
- Past activities include play readings, workshops, full-length plays, grass roots outreach and fundraising, group trips to cultural events, and more...
- Location: 2625 Sorrento Road,Philadelphia, PA 19131
- email bluerosemoon@dandy.net
- Shows:
- Jack and Molly Tales : (May 31 @ 1:00 & 4:00), June1 at 2:00, June 7th 1:00 & 4:00, 8th at 2:00 ) tickets$10.00 .
- Dreaming under the Appalachian Moon: June 1, Preview performance at 7:00 on June 1st, June 5, 6, 7, at 8:00 and June 8 at 7:00. tickets are $15.00. Preview night (June 1st) $10.00 tickets.
- Freedom Theatre
Experience Freedom
- Rooted in the African American tradition, Freedom Theatre is an institution dedicated to achieving artistic excellence in professional theatre and performing arts training for the enrichment of our community.
Products or Services: Award-winning Repertory Theatre, Performing Arts Training Program and Facilities Rental
- Location: 1346 N Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19121
- For tickets: 215 765 2793 , order online
- Prices: $15 - $45 for Rep tickets
- Hours:
- Shows (2003/2004):
- Lazarus, Unstoned, April 3-25, 2004
- Forrest Theatre
- Named after Edwin Forrest, the great Philadelphia born tragic actor of the nineteenth century,
the Forrest Theatre is a quintessential "road house", stripped to the bare walls and used primarily by touring
theatre and dance companies. It is owned by the
Shubert Organization, a company that was started by
the Shubert brothers (Sam, Lee and J.J.) about 100 years
ago. Many musicals, dramas and comedies have been launched from the Forrest Theatre.
Yiddish Theatre, one man shows, dance programs, Gilbert & Sullivan productions and
the Philadelphia Orchestra have all graced this stage.
- Location: 1114 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
- For tickets: Call Telecharge at 1-800-447-7400 (24 hours a day), order online, or go to the box office.
- Prices: (2002 Season): Full $25 to $77.75; Subscriptions and group discounts are available. Check website for details.
- Shows:
- The Phantom of the Opera, October 23-December 1
- Mamma Mia!, May 1st-June 15th, 2003
- Independence Studio on 3
- Walnut Street Theatre's Independence Studio on 3 was established in 1985 by Producing Artistic Director Bernard Havard. This small, flexible space seats about 80, providing a uniquely intimate theatrical experience.
- Location: 825 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
- For tickets:
- Typical Show Times: Evenings: Tues - Sun - 7:30pm; Matinees: Sat and Sun 2:30pm
- Prices: vary
- Shows (2003/2004):
- NAKED ON BROADWAY: A Lifetime with David Rogers, March 16 - April 4, 2004
- MOLL, April 20 - May 9, 2004
- PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES, May 25 - July 3, 2004
- InterAct Theatre Company
- Founded in 1988, InterAct is a theatre for today's world, producing new and contemporary plays that explore the social, political, and cultural issues of our time. InterAct's aim is to educate, as well as entertain, its audiences, by producing world-class, thought-provoking productions, and by using theatre as a tool to foster positive social change in the school, the workplace and the community.
- Location: 2030 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
- For tickets: Call 215-568-8077
- Prices:$12-$24, with Season Subscriptions available from $33-$60. Check website for details.
- Shows:
- GOING TO ST. IVES, October 18 - November 17
- by Lee Blessing
- CRY HAVOC, January 10 - February 9, 2003
- by Tom Coash
- ROSEMARY, March 28 - April 27, 2003
- by Jim O'Connor
- Writing Aloud:
Founded in 1999 to present diverse voices in contemporary fiction to a live audience, Writing Aloud features short stories by many of the area's best writers read aloud by professional actors on-stage at InterAct.
All performances are at 7:00 PM Tickets are $10.00 and seats are limited, so advance reservations are recommended.
- Intrepid Theatre Company
- ITC BRINGS NY's SMASH HIT to WALNUT STREET THEATRE'S STUDIO 5
- Intrepid Theatre Company is a not-for-profit organization based in Center City, Philadelphia. Our mission is to reach out to the community with theatre that makes an impact. We aim to present honest work that pushes perceived boundaries and reminds us of our humanity. We hope to challenge the mind, touch the heart, and invigorate the soul.
Philadelphia's newest recognized grassroots theatre company.
- Location: 525 Pine Street, 3rd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19106 - Shows at Walnut
- For tickets: $13 to $15, For reservations call 1~800~595~4TIX or buy on-line by clicking on tickets link!
Hours:Ticket agents available 24 hours a day; show dates are March 14th through April 6th, 2003
- Prices: Check www.intrepidtheatreco.org for details.
- Shows:
- Orphans, March 14, 2003 - April 6, 2003
- By Lyle Kessler's, Directed by Bill Felty - $15
- Lantern Theater Company
- In the past eight years, the Lantern Theater Company has become one of the most successful small professional theaters in the Philadelphia area, establishing a loyal audience base while earning consistent critical praise.
- Their mission is to use the unique qualities of theatrical language to investigate and illuminate what is essential in the human spirit, and the spirit of the times.
- Location: Lantern Theater & Administrative Offices at St. Stephen's Theater, 10th & Ludlow Streets, P.O. Box 53428, Philadelphia, PA 19105
- For tickets: Call 215-829-9002
- Prices: Check website for details.
- Shows:
- Speed-The-Plow, November 15, 2002 - December 15, 2002
- By David Mamet, Directed by Dugald MacArthur
- Lovers, January 31, 2003 - March 2, 2003
- By Brian Friel, Directed by Michael Brophy
- The Tempest, March 28, 2003 - May 4, 2003
- By William Shakespeare, Directed by Charles McMahon
- The Masque of La Salle University
- All Shows are performed in the Dan Rodden Theater at La Salle University.
- For tickets, call 215-951-1410.
- Merriam Theater
- Location: 250 S. Broad Street at the University of the Arts
- For tickets: Call 215-732-5446 or purchase through Tickmaster or the season ticket hotline 1-888-451-5761
Tickets go on sale to the general public approximately 6 weeks prior to performance dates.
- Website: Check http://www.broadwayacrossamerica.com/ and select Philadelphia for details.
- Shows 2002/2003:
- The Full Monty, Dec 31, 2002 - Jan 5, 2003
- CATHY RIGBY as The Cat in the Hat, SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL, Jan 14 - 19, 2003
- 42nd Street, Jan 28 - Feb 9, 2003
- The man of a thousand faces Arturo Brachetti, Feb 11 - 16, 2003
- Boom!, Feb 25 - Mar 2, 2003
- JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, Mar 18 - 23, 2003
- Shows 2003/2004:
- Miss Saigon, Sept 30 - Oct 5, 2003
- The Exonerated, Oct 28 - Nov 2, 2003
- Chicago, Nov 25 - Dec 7, 2003
- Stomp, Dec 23, 2003 - Jan 4, 2004
- The Producers, the New MEL BROOKS Musical, Jan 14 - Feb 8, 2004
- The Graduate, March 16 - 21, 2004
- Oklahoma, April 6 - 11, 2004
- Mum Puppettheatre
- Mum Puppettheatre transcends barriers of age and language in audiences around the world. We strive to be truly universal as we introduce, entertain and educate people of all backgrounds in the art of puppetry and theatre. Our audiences don't just watch - they discover. After each performance, all audiences are given a chance to look behind the scenes, to ask questions, and to see things up close, which serves to inspire them to create their own performances.
- Location: 115 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 - Office: 215-925-8686
- For tickets: Tickets 215-925-7686
- Website: Check http://www.mumpuppet.org/ for details.
- Shows 2003/2004:
- Séance, Oct 7, 2003 - Nov 1, 2003
- The Velveteen Rabbit, Nov 8, 2003 - Nov 30, 2003
- A Christmas Carol, Dec 9, 2003 - Jan 3, 2004
- Father Goose Tales, Mar 6, 2004 - Mar 28, 2004
- Der Besuch der Alten Dame, May 4, 2004 - May 29, 2004
- The Philadelphia Committee for Independent Culture
- PCIC is a not-for-profit, volunteer driven independent production group dedicated to multiculturalism, independence, and developmental theater. It's goal is to create an arts center by and for regular Philadelphians. Developmental theater is a production approach in which everyone—artist and audience alike—can grow and develop.
- Past activities include play readings, workshops, full-length plays, grass roots outreach and fundraising, group trips to cultural events, and more...
- Location: PO Box 34569,Philadelphia, PA 19101
- Phone l 215-957-5073
- Shows:
- Next play reading: Risky Revolutionary, by Fred Newman.
- The Philadelphia Shakespeare Festival
- Location: 2111 Sansom St.,Philadelphia, PA 19103
- For tickets: call The Philadelphia Shakespeare Festival Box Office (open Mondays through Fridays from 12:00 to 6:00 PM) at 215.496.8001. For group tickets, membership information, or production information please call the administrative offices at 215.496.9722.
- Typical Show Times: Performances are Wed 7pm; Thurs 10:30am; Thurs,Fri,Sat 8pm; Sun 2pm
- Prices: Adults $24 Fri & Sat; $22 all other shows. Students and seniors $15. Group and member discounts available.
- Shows:
- Macbeth, April 4, 2003 - May 18, 2003
- Philadelphia Theatre Company
- Philadelphia Theatre Company is dedicated to presenting the Philadelphia and
world premieres of major works by contemporary playwrights with an emphasis on American drama.
Philadelphia Theatre Company has been in residence at the historic Plays & Players Theatre since 1982.
- Location:
- For tickets:
- Typical Show Times: Tuesday - Saturday at 8:00 p.m., with some Saturday matinees at 2:00 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 3:00 p.m. and some Wednesday matinees at 1:00 p.m.. Check website or contact Box Office to verify.
- Price Ranges: Subscription prices for all four shows range from $80-$160. Special 25 & Younger Flex subscriptions are also available for only $40.
Individual ticket prices range from $30-$45 each depending on date of performance and seat location.
Senior citizens and students can receive a discount for each subscription or ticket. Check website or contact Box Office for details.
- Shows 2003/2004: All performances are held at Plays & Players Theater, 1714 Delancey Street, Philadelphia.
- Topdog/Underdog, October 10 - November 9, 2003
- Nickel and Dimed, January 23 - February 22, 2004
- According to Goldman, March 19 - April 18, 2004
- Edward Albee's The Goat or Who Is Sylvia, May 21 - June 20, 2004
- Pig Iron Theatre Company
- Pig Iron Theatre Company is a unique theatre group that tests and breaks the boundaries of dance, drama, clown, music and text. They redefine theatre as an interdisciplinary art form.
- Location: Christ Church Annex, next to the Arden Theater and historic Christ Church, 2nd and Church Sts. (a half block North of 2nd and Market Streets) Philadelphia, PA
- For tickets: 215-627-1883; Office: P.O. Box 17275 , Philadelphia, Pa 19105
- Typical Show Times: Varies
- Prices: *Pay what you can performances
- Shows:
- Special Workshop, April 10 -28, 2004
- SHUT EYE, May 5th - 8th, 2004
- Prince Music Theater
- The Prince Music Theater was born in 1984, with the name American Music
Theater Festival, and now is producing its 17th season of American musical
theater works. Its mission is to nurture and develop the art form of theater that sings-singing
theater in all its forms, including musical comedy, music drama, opera, and experimental work.
- Location: 1412 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
- For tickets:
- Price Ranges: Varies, check website or contact Box Office to verify.
- Shows:
- Pal Joey, November 2 - November 17, 2002
- A Prince Revival to Celebrate the Centennial of Richard Rodgers!
- Peter Pan and Wendy, December 11 - December 29, 2002
- A Family Holiday Adventure! American Premiere!
- Green Violin, April 26 - May 18, 2003
- World Premiere!
- Squonk Opera, June 6 - June 29, 2003
- Two mesmerizing shows! A dazzling blend of music, dance, theater comedy and performing art, Pittsburgh's Squonk Opera comes to Philadelphia with a Broadway hit and a brand new work.
- Film at the Prince: Through September 2002
- Movie schedule is listed in our PhiladelphiaLiving.com movie page:
- Shubin Theatre
- Location: 407 Bainbridge Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
- Phone: Office Phone: 215.592.0119; Box Office Phone: 215.592.0119
- The Shubin Theatre is committed to presenting a broad range of work including new and established plays, classical and cabaret concerts, dance and movement based work as well as sketch and improvisational comedy. Its purpose is to maintain a low overhead so that numerous independent artists and small theatre groups can afford to present themselves.
- Temple Theatres
- The Temple University Department of Theater's production program is the logical extension of our classroom and studio work. It affords actors, designers and technicians the opportunity to practice and refine their craft. Productions are mounted in two theaters: the larger Tomlinson Theater or the smaller Randall Theater which is also a proscenium house.
- Box Office:Room 213, 1301 W. Norris Street; Phone: 215-204-1122; Hours: 12 noon to 4pm
- Price Ranges: $9-$12; subscriptions available.
- Triangle Theater
A unique theater in a unique building in Philly's hottest new neighborhood!
- We are a small 50-seat theater in an historic building. We perform live shows for adults as well as children.
- Location: 1220 N. Lawrence Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
- For tickets: Box Office Hours Vary; Phone: 215.763.0110
- Prices: free - $25
- Shows 2004:
- A Catered Affair, March 4-14, 2004
- Front of House, March 18-28, 2004
- Monologue Slam, March 21, 2004
- The Walnut Street Theatre
- Walnut Street Theatre is the oldest theatre in America. It stands alone as the only theatre operating continuously as a theatre since it opened in 1809. The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has designated it the "State Theatre of Pennsylvania".
- Location: 825 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
- For tickets:
- Typical Show Times: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri - 8pm; Thurs, Sat - 2pm and 8pm; Sun - 2pm and 7pm; please check show times some shows start at 7pm or 8pm and sometimes there is only one show.
- Shows 2003-2004:
- The Philadelphia Story, March 9 - April 25, 2004
- Hello Dolly , May 11 - July 3, 2004
- Walnut Street Theatre For Kids
- For kids K-6 and their adult friends!
- Location: 825 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
- For tickets:
- Prices: $10 - $12; Subscriptions available.
- Shows (2003/2004):
- The Little Engine That Could, Saturday, March 27, 2004
- Corduroy, Saturday, May 29, 2004
- Walnut Street Theatre In Studio Five
- These are other theatre companies performing at the Walnut.
- Location: 825 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
- For tickets:
- Prices: Call!
- The Wilma Theater
- "Philadelphia's most daring theatre company."
- Location: Broad & Spruce Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19107
- For tickets:
- Monday: 10:30am-5:00pm
- Tuesday - Thursday: 10:30am-7:00pm
- Friday - Saturday: 10:30am-7:30pm
- Sunday: 10:30am-1:30pm (10:30am-7:00pm on Sundays with an evening performance).
Phone: 215.546.7824 (not reachable 30 minutes prior to curtain)
Email: tickets@wilmatheater.org
or order online.
- Prices: Varies. Subscriptions and Group Rates available. Check website or contact Box Office for details.
- Shows:
- Every Good Boy Deserves Favor
- Written by Tom Stoppard, Composed by André Previn
- November 20-26, 2002
- The Magic Fire
- Written by Lillian Groag
- December 4, 2002-January 5, 2003
- DanceBoom
- January 22-February 9, 2003
- Big Love
- Written by Charles L. Mee
- March 19-April 20, 2003
- Red
- Written by Chey Yew
- May 21-June 22, 2003
- Shows 2003-2004:
- Resurrection Blues, September 17 - October 26, 2003
- Embarrassments, November 26, 2003 - January 4, 2004
- Wintertime, March 12 - April 18, 2004
- Jesus Hopped the ‘A’ Train , May 19 - June 27, 2004
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