Why Deaf Theater is a Form of Resistance
This film follows Daymond Sands, a Deaf theatre program director, preparing his first original showcase, highlighting the cast’s heartfelt effort to bring Deaf perspectives center stage
This film follows Daymond Sands, a Deaf theatre program director, preparing his first original showcase, highlighting the cast’s heartfelt effort to bring Deaf perspectives center stage
View More Why Deaf Theater is a Form of ResistanceWe are treated to a rare spectacle in a show that would surely please Shakespeare.
View More RARE ACCIDENTS: HENRY IV parts I and II abridged (Quintessence): A quick visit to EastcheapIn opening scenes three Weird Sisters, witches, brew evil in a pot using scarce ingredients like eye of newt. They cherry pick the future for Macbeth with oracular accuracy, giving over the goods while leaving out important elements.
View More MACBETH (Lantern): Dancing, singing… and murderAcclaimed actor and writer Kathryn Grody brings her wit, warmth, and sharp perspective to People’s Light in The Unexpected 3rd. Known for her distinctive voice…
View More A Life Unfolds: Kathryn Grody’s The Unexpected 3rdAn existential and eccentric play , it’s not light-hearted theater.
View More A Summer Day (Wilma): Existential and eccentricIn Little Shop of Horrors, Mary Elizabeth Scanlon takes on the role of Mushnik, the flower shop owner with a front-row seat to the madness.
View More Mushnik Reimagined: May Elizabeth Scallen in Little Shop of HorrorsGiovanni’s Room, is currently on stage in Philadelphia in world premiere. The James Baldwin Estate granted Quintessence Theatre permission to produce this theatrical adaptation, the…
View More GIOVANNI’S ROOM (Quintessence): Bringing Baldwin to the stageJonathan Larson, who wrote the book, lyrics, and music in 1994, described Rent as a Rock Opera
View More RENT (Arden): Revisiting a 90s La bohemeAdapted by Patrick Barlow from the novel by John Buchan and the movie by Alfred Hitchcock
View More THE 39 STEPS (Lantern): Hitchcock onstageRachel Britton Hart is showcasing versatility and poise as a swing in the national tour of Some Like It Hot, a high-energy reimagining of the…
View More Ready for Anything: Rachel Britton Hart on Swinging into Some Like It HotAllegra Vianello, a longtime dancer with Malandain Ballet Biarritz, takes center stage in the company’s acclaimed production of The Four Seasons. The performances will mark…
View More Dancing through the Seasons: Allegra Vianello of Malandain Ballet BiarritzAbbey Adams’ took time here to reflect on the creative process, the challenges of staging BIRTHDAY CANDLES, and the emotional impact of this unique production.
View More Birthday Candles: Director Abbey Adams on Staging Noah Haidle’s Play at People’s LightOn April 14, local Philly band Casual Fantastic releases a new double album, The Wingle and the Wangle.
View More “Fantastic” new album: The Wingle and the WangleSouth Jersey native, Haley Richardson, is a driving force behind the electrifying music of Riverdance 30.
View More Riverdance 30- The New Generation: Interview with fiddler Haley RichardsonRenowned pianist, playwright, and performer Hershey Felder returns to the stage with his mesmerizing portrayal of Frédéric Chopin
View More Bringing Chopin to Life: An Interview with Hershey Felder at People’s LightHard to imagine that the Bard who wrote this fun and foolish play also penned Hamlet, Othello, and Romeo and Juliet.
View More A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM (Quintessence): The Bard’s crazy sideAs AVA celebrates its 90th anniversary, Scott Guzielek continues to champion its legacy of excellence in vocal training.
View More Scott Guzielek: Leading the Academy of Vocal Arts into Its 90th YearA script needs life breathed into it and that’s what happens with an inspired director, designers, and talented versatile actors.
View More MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING (Lantern): Still a joyMelanye Finister shares her artistic journey, her experiences at People’s Light, and her role in the upcoming production of A Raisin in the Sun.
View More The Heart of the Family: Melanye Finister Reflects on Her Role in A RAISIN IN THE SUNPhiladelphia native Micah Sell comes full circle with RUBBERBAND.
View More COMING FULL CIRCLE: Interview with RUBBERBAND apprentice Micah Sell