“Wives may be merry, and yet honest too.” By William Shakespeare Directed by Matt Pfeiffer June 26 to July 7 | Main Stage In this merry romp, the irrepressible rogue Sir John Falstaff hatches a harebrained scheme to woo two wealthy wives in hopes to secure their fortunes. Unbeknownst to him, these merry wives craft clever retaliations […]
Get ready for the most unique race in town – the 2nd Annual 2nd Place Race! This year’s event on July 27 promises a thrilling blend of puzzles, challenges, games, trading, and tricking, all designed to help you secure the coveted second-place finish. And the best part? No running required! Remember, in this race, winning […]
Come Celebrate 10 Years of Philly Womens Theatre Festival at Theater Exile August 9-18 Find tickets and more information here: TICKETS! Below is the list of Staged Performances this season. Staged Readings of: Eden 2.0 by Kimberly Shimer Goldie and the Green Mountains by Reva Stover One person shows: To Mz Sabriaya: Mothering […]
"Pancake Queen" is a historical fiction about the real woman who inspired and portrayed Aunt Jemina. In 1893 St. Joseph, Missouri, Nancy Green strives to make peace with her painful past so she may live her future as a free woman. When she finds herself employed by a local miller, Randolph T. Davis, to portray […]
A middle-class black family in Philadelphia get their lives shaken up when a smart-talking niece from the country comes to live with them. This comedic play set in the 1970s deals with the clash between middle-class and working-class Black folks with sharp wit, a whirlwind of humor, and heart.
Step back in time and uncover the powerful stories of resilience and survival in colonial Philadelphia with On Buried Ground, a captivating performance and exhibition that brings to life the hidden histories of enslaved and freed people of African descent. This immersive experience invites you to explore the rich tapestry of Philadelphia’s past through the talents […]
Lombardi, a play written by Academy Award winner Eric Simonson, (2005 Documentary short) brings to life legendary football coach Vince Lombardi during a week in the 1965 NFL season when he coached the Green Bay Packers. The play, based on the book When Pride Still Mattered by David Maraniss, premiered in 2010 at Circle on […]
