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Walnut Street Theatre Announces its 216th Season

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Walnut Street Theatre, America’s Oldest Theatre and a National Historic Landmark, is excited to announce its 216th season of live entertainment, and its 42nd season as a not-for-profit producing theatre company. This is “the season dreams are made of,” with three phenomenal musicals, a powerful Pulitzer Prize-winning play, and a comedic masterpiece. As a self-producing regional theatre, the Walnut is the most popular theatre company in Philadelphia.  

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An Enchanting Tale Comes to Life: The Magic of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at Walnut Street Theatre

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The Walnut Street Theatre is casting its spell on audiences with a captivating rendition of Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, marking a spectacular addition to its 215th season. Directed by the talented Glenn Casale and featuring a stellar cast, this musical extravaganza brings to life the timeless tale of love, hope, and enchantment. As the holiday season unfolds, the Walnut Street Theatre becomes the perfect setting for this magical journey, captivating the hearts of theatergoers of all ages.

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A Rock and Roll Extravaganza: Elvis – A Musical Revolution at the Walnut Street Theatre

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Philadelphia is in for a treat as the legendary Walnut Street Theatre opens its 215th season of live entertainment with Elvis – A Musical Revolution. Directed and choreographed by the two-time Tony Award-nominated Jeff Calhoun, this electrifying musical production promises to transport you back in time to experience the magic of the King of Rock and Roll like never before. Read on for my full review.

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Elvis – A Musical Revolution Kicks Off The Walnut Street Theatre’s 215th Season

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Don’t miss your chance to see “The King” like never before when the new musical Elvis – A Musical Revolution makes its Philadelphia premiere opening the Walnut’s 215th ‘legendary’ season of live entertainment. 

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National Tour Of 1776 Broadway Revival Will Launch In Philadelphia

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The Kimmel Cultural Campus and The Shubert Organization are proud to present the Philadelphia premiere of the limited Broadway revival tour of 1776, playing at the Forrest Theatre (1114 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA) February 14 – 26, 2023. Single tickets to this show of passion, debate, and roof-raising musical fireworks are now on sale in-person at the Forrest Theatre box office or on www.telecharge.com.

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Walnut Street Theatre Celebrates Epic Love Stories With Its 214th Anniversary Season

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Walnut Street Theatre, America’s Oldest Theatre and a National Historic Landmark, is excited to announce its 214th season of live entertainment, and its 40th season as a not-for-profit producing theatre company. The ‘Knockout’ line-up includes three stunning musicals, a hilarious comedy by Neil Simon, and an American masterpiece. As a self-producing regional theatre, the Walnut is the most popular theatre company in Philadelphia.

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Kimmel Cultural Campus Announces 2022-23 Broadway Series

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The Kimmel Cultural Campus announced its 2022-2023 Broadway series of shows, and it’s a stellar lineup. Personally, I can’t wait to see Tina when it comes to town because I’ve heard it’s excellent. Read on for all the details about the Broadway shows coming to Philly.

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Review: Pretty Woman The Musical

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Credit: Matthew Murphy for MurphyMade

Now through January 16, Pretty Woman: The Musical is playing at Philadelphia’s Academy of Music. Last night I attended the show, after having recently watched the movie for the first time ever and loving it! Did the musical also blow me away? Read on for my thoughts.

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Review: Anastasia

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Photo Credit: Jeremy Daniel

Last night, I attended my first musical since seeing Hello, Dolly! in February 2020. I saw Anastasia at the Merriam Theater, here in Philadelphia. Running from November 23 through November 28, this Broadway hit musical is based on the 1997 film of the same name, which is based on a 1956 movie, also of the same name. So, you could say that this is a story that’s been told for 65 years and still going strong. Read on for my thoughts on Anastasia and whether or not you should buy a ticket.

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Patti LuPone: Don’t Monkey with Broadway

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Patti LuPone brought her one-woman show, “Don’t Monkey With Broadway,” to Verizon Hall in Philadelphia on June 9 and it was phenomenal. The two-time Tony Award winner performed classic Broadway show tunes by Richard Rodgers, Lorenz Hart, Jule Styne, Stephen Schwartz, Charles Strouse, Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim, Cole Porter, and Irving Berlin. She also told stories in between songs about how her life-long love affair with Broadway began and her concern for what the Great White Way is becoming today.

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