An existential and eccentric play , it’s not light-hearted theater.
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Mushnik Reimagined: May Elizabeth Scallen in Little Shop of Horrors
In 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.
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GIOVANNI’S ROOM (Quintessence): Bringing Baldwin to the stage
Giovanni’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…
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RENT (Arden): Revisiting a 90s La boheme
Jonathan Larson, who wrote the book, lyrics, and music in 1994, described Rent as a Rock Opera
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THE 39 STEPS (Lantern): Hitchcock onstage
Adapted by Patrick Barlow from the novel by John Buchan and the movie by Alfred Hitchcock
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Birthday Candles: Director Abbey Adams on Staging Noah Haidle’s Play at People’s Light
Abbey Adams’ took time here to reflect on the creative process, the challenges of staging BIRTHDAY CANDLES, and the emotional impact of this unique production.
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Bringing Chopin to Life: An Interview with Hershey Felder at People’s Light
Renowned pianist, playwright, and performer Hershey Felder returns to the stage with his mesmerizing portrayal of Frédéric Chopin
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A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM (Quintessence): The Bard’s crazy side
Hard to imagine that the Bard who wrote this fun and foolish play also penned Hamlet, Othello, and Romeo and Juliet.
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MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING (Lantern): Still a joy
A script needs life breathed into it and that’s what happens with an inspired director, designers, and talented versatile actors.
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The Heart of the Family: Melanye Finister Reflects on Her Role in A RAISIN IN THE SUN
Melanye Finister shares her artistic journey, her experiences at People’s Light, and her role in the upcoming production of A Raisin in the Sun.
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COMING FULL CIRCLE: Interview with RUBBERBAND apprentice Micah Sell
Philadelphia native Micah Sell comes full circle with RUBBERBAND.
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HOLY GRAIL OF MEMPHIS (Arden): Lost tape blues
Playwright Michael Hollinger’s Holy Grail of Memphis is in world premiere at the Arden Theatre Company. This is the 13th Hollinger play that the Arden has produced.
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The Rhythms Around Us: Interview with STOMP’s Isaiah Robinson
Celebrating its 30th year, STOMP continues to turn the ordinary into instruments of rhythmic genius.
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Curtis Symphony Orchestra: Dvořák & Price with Yannick
Benoit Gauthier is here with us. I hope to see more of him, and I hope his youthful energy rubs off on our dear YNS.
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RED (Theatre Exile): Coloring an artist’s story
RED, not to be confused with REDS, is a color, not a Commie. It refers to the impression given by one of ten huge canvases…
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Cyrano De Bergerac (Quintessence): 60-second review
French playwright Edmond Rostand’s story about a brilliant man endowed with a large nose is a work of fiction.
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Angel Corella Marks a Decade of Artistic Leadership at Philadelphia Ballet
Angel Corella was appointed artistic director of Philadelphia Ballet, formerly Pennsylvania Ballet, in 2014. Under his leadership, the company has built a reputation for combining…
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POTUS (Arden): Brash and in your face
Warning: These seven marvelous actors in the all female cast, are not your nice Aunt Sara. Wild and untamed, they’re women without borders. Stepping out…
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Tribal Ties: Lamont J. Whitaker as Mafala Hatimbi in The Book of Mormon
Whitaker, a Florida native, is touring in the role of Mafala Hatimbi, the Ugandan village chief.
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Home No More: Hedgerow’s last company member must leave Hedgerow House
74-year-old Susie Wefel is leaving Hedgerow House after 45 years. It’s not a choice she made herself.
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