Philly’s Walnut Street Theatre Debuts New Sherlock Holmes Adaptation

Posted on January 23, 2026 by Michael Cavacini

Bill Van Horn and Harry Smith in *Sherlock Holmes: The Great Detective*. Photo by Mark Garvin.

The Walnut Street Theatre, America’s oldest theatre, is currently home to a thrilling world premiere: SHERLOCK HOLMES: THE GREAT DETECTIVE. As a staple of Philadelphia’s cultural scene, the Walnut has once again delivered a production that blends classic literary intrigue with high-energy stagecraft. This adaptation, inspired by the timeless stories of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, is an anchor of the theatre’s 217th season and offers a “whimsical mystery” that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. I was fortunate to attend the opening night of a funny, entertaining show that kept my attention throughout. Read on for my full thoughts on Sherlock Holmes at the Walnut Street Theatre.

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Walnut Street Theatre’s 218th Season: A Year of Unforgettable Shows

Posted on January 8, 2026 by Michael Cavacini

Walnut Street Theatre (WST), America’s Oldest Theatre and a National Historic Landmark, is excited to reveal its 218th season of live entertainment and mark its 44th season as a not-for-profit producing theatre company. The sensational 2026-27 season lineup features five captivating productions, each filled to the brim with deep emotion, hilarious comedy, brilliant spectacle, and enduring stories. With each new production – from Pulitzer Prize-winning plays to touching musicals that move the heart – WST invites audiences to what might be the greatest season in its history.

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Experience Holiday Magic with A Christmas Story The Musical

Posted on November 28, 2025 by Michael Cavacini

Opening night at Walnut Street Theatre is always special, but this week’s premiere of A Christmas Story The Musical was downright magical. I had the pleasure of attending with my father-in-law, and together we were swept into Ralphie Parker’s 1940s Indiana world.

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From Page to Stage: Join the Walnut Street Theatre Playwriting Contest

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Michael Cavacini

Philadelphia’s Walnut Street Theatre (WST), America’s oldest theatre and the Official State Theatre of Pennsylvania, has announced an exciting opportunity for playwrights nationwide: the 2025–26 Walnut Outreach Playwriting Competition. This initiative invites writers to create original works designed to inspire and engage young audiences in grades K–6.

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Rock ’n’ Roll Magic: Million Dollar Quartet at Walnut Street Theatre Delivers a Spectacular Opening

Posted on October 9, 2025 by Michael Cavacini

Paul Harrold, Steve Harding, Ken Sandberg, Matteo Scammell and Ensemble in Million
Dollar Quartet. Photo by Mark Garvin.

Last night, my wife and I had the pleasure of attending opening night of Million Dollar Quartet at the Walnut Street Theatre—and what a night it was. From the very first chord, the energy in the room was electric, and by the end of the evening, the entire audience was buzzing with excitement.

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A Heartwarming Journey of Friendship: Driving Miss Daisy at Walnut Street Theatre

Posted on January 17, 2025 by Michael Cavacini

Wendy Scharfman and Johnnie Hobbs, Jr. in *Driving Miss Daisy.* Photo by Mark Garvin.

This winter, Walnut Street Theatre brings a beautiful and timeless classic to life with its production of Driving Miss Daisy. As part of their 216th season of dreams, this heartwarming and thought-provoking story, which won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, is a standout production everyone should see.

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Celebrating 217 Years of Entertainment at Walnut Street Theatre

Posted on January 8, 2025 by Michael Cavacini

Walnut Street Theatre (WST) America’s Oldest Theatre and a National Historic Landmark, is thrilled to unveil its 217^thseason of live entertainment, marking its 43rd season as a not-for-profit producing theatre company. This year’s dynamic lineup features five extraordinary productions that celebrate iconic moments, extraordinary stories, and the shared human experience. From toe-tapping musicals to thought-provoking plays, WST invites audiences to be part of legends in the making.