| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | | Bound for Broadway Music Revue | Bristol Riverside Theatre | 06/28/12- 08/03/12 | Bristol |
Wizard of OzPresented by Storybook Musical Theatre at Mitchell Performing Arts Center July 24-August 4, 2012 Storybook Musical Theatre presents an original musical adaptation of the beloved L. Frank Baum tale of Dorothy, who is swept up on an adventure down the yellow brick road with a Scarecrow, Lion and Tinman, all having a special wish for the all-powerful Wizard. Appropriate for ages 3 and older. | Storybook Musical Theatre | 07/24/12- 08/04/12 | Bryn Athyn |
The Wizard of OzPresented by Storybook Musical Theatre at Mitchell Performing Arts Center July 24-August 4, 2012 Act I
As the play begins, Auntie Em sings about a day on the farm. Dorothy runs in frantically and explains that Toto chased Miss Glitch's cat and that Miss Glitch tried to hit Toto with a broom. Dorothy wishes she could be somewhere else. Soon Miss Glitch comes looking for Toto to take him to the sheriff. Auntie Em reminds Miss Glitch that Toto only bothers someone that bothers him. After she leaves, the farmhands start imitating the dog chasing the cat and Miss Glitch. As they start... | Storybook Musical Theatre | 07/24/12- 08/04/12 | Bryn Athyn |
Hello, DollyPresented by The Brandywiners, Ltd. at Longwood Gardens July 26-August 4, 2012 Brandywiners presents Hello, Dolly at the Longwood Gardens Open Air Theater in Kennet Square, PA. Ticket price includes all-day admission to the Gardens in addition to the show. | The Brandywiners, Ltd. | 07/26/12- 08/04/12 | Kennett Square |
Fiddler On The RoofPresented by Broadway Theatre of Pitman at Broadway Theatre of Pitman July 13-August 5, 2012 Join Broadway Theatre of Pitman this summer for one of the longest-running shows in Broadway history, repeatedly praised by critics and consistently winning the hearts of people all around the world. Based on the stories of Sholom Aleichem, Fiddler on the Roof is a universal story of hope, love and acceptance. It centers on Tevye, a poor milkman and the father of five daughters, whose love, pride and faith help him face the oppression of turn-of-the-century czarist Russia. Experience... | Broadway Theatre of Pitman | 07/13/12- 08/05/12 | Pitman |
Camp WalnutPresented by Walnut Street Theatre at Walnut Street Theatre July 9-August 5, 2012 Camp Walnut is "serious fun." Join the area's best teaching artists and kids who love theatre for four weeks of intense training, dynamic performances and friendship! Philadelphia's youngest stars study at America's oldest theatre, located at 9th and Walnut Streets. Three divisions are offered for campers ages 8-18, from beginner to advanced, so each student can develop his or her talent. | Walnut Street Theatre | 07/09/12- 08/05/12 | Philadelphia |
Jesus Christ SuperstarPresented by Media Theatre for the Performing Arts at Media Theatre for the Performing Arts July 13-August 5, 2012 Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic rock musical performed by Media Theatre's Youth Ensemble (performers are teen and up).
Jesus' final days are presented in a montage-style, completely sung Broadway musical as he seeks to change the world around him...only to have Judas' plans affect the outcome. Relevant today, this is an explosive, bombastic look at celebrity worship.
| Media Theatre for the Performing Arts | 07/13/12- 08/05/12 | Media |
Summer Camp 2012Presented by Nelly Berman School of Music July 9-August 10, 2012 Travel through the ages and explore great music, art, and film this summer!
The summer camp is open to students ages 8-15 in piano, strings, brass/winds and voice.
Students will be grouped into two different sections each week based on age and musical experience, so you will be learning with other students who are at the same level. This is a very exciting and comprehensive program! In addition to chamber music, music history/theory, and private lessons, there will... | Nelly Berman School of Music | 07/09/12- 08/10/12 | Haverford |
Dirty Rotten ScoundrelsPresented by Ritz Theatre Company at Ritz Theatre Company July 12-August 11, 2012 Dirty Rotten Scoundrels based on the popular 1988 film, with music and lyrics by David Yazbek and the book by Jeffrey Lane, centers on two con men living on the French Riviera. A hilarious battle of cons ensues, that will keep audiences laughing, humming and guessing to the end! Originally a film that starred Steve Martin and Michael Caine, the musical won 11 Tony Nominations and Drama Desk Award for best Musical in 2005. | Ritz Theatre Company | 07/12/12- 08/11/12 | Oaklyn |
The Music ManPresented by Newtown Arts Company at Newtown Theatre August 9-August 15, 2012 Book, Music and Lyrics by Meredith Willson | Based on a story by Meredith Willson and Franklin Lacey
Meredith Willson’s affectionate musical tribute to small-town life of a bygone era follows the exploits of a fast-talking salesman and con artist who arrives in River City, Iowa, in 1912. Planning to set up a boy’s band and abscond with the money raised for musical instruments, he is undone by a local librarian and music teacher. Marion pegs Harold Hill as a... | Newtown Arts Company | 08/09/12- 08/15/12 | Newtown |
Roger Ricker In Concert: Super Songs of the '70s!Presented by Media Theatre for the Performing Arts at Media Theatre for the Performing Arts August 15, 2012 The veteran of over 85 productions at Media Theatre has his annual fundraiser (all proceeds benefit The Media Theatre programming).
This time, he sings popular songs of the groovy bell-bottom era from artists such as Elton John, The Carpenters, Ringo Starr and more.
With special guests, this party-style evening is a fun way to support Delco's only professional music theatre. Bar and concessions open throughout. | Media Theatre for the Performing Arts | 08/15/12 | Media |
All I Ask of YouPresented by Broadway Theatre of Pitman at Broadway Theatre of Pitman August 17-August 19, 2012 Join Broadway Theatre of Pitman in August for a truly unique experience as they proudly present All I Ask of You. This enjoyable cabaret show is a musical revue featuring some of the best and the most talented voices from the Philadelphia and New York City areas. Don’t miss out on a great evening at the theatre for you and your loved ones.
Featuring love songs from famous Broadway shows and movies such as Phantom of the Opera, Gone With the Wind,... | Broadway Theatre of Pitman | 08/17/12- 08/19/12 | Pitman |
Runaway BroadwayPresented by Bristol Riverside Theatre at Bristol Riverside Theatre August 16-August 26, 2012 Enjoy an evening of classic Broadway hits with a special tribute to Jerry Herman and Stephen Sondheim. Herman is best known for shows like Hello Dolly, Mame, and La Cage Aux Folles. Sondheim is the winner of more Tony Awards than any other composer for such musicals as A Little Night Music and Sweeney Todd.
Beat the August heat as you enjoy these Broadway favorites! | Bristol Riverside Theatre | 08/16/12- 08/26/12 | Bristol |
Gutenberg! The Musical!Presented by Montgomery Theater at Montgomery Theater September 13-October 6, 2012 In this two-man musical spoof, a pair of aspiring playwrights perform a backers’ audition for their new project - a big, splashy musical about printing press inventor Johann Gutenberg. With an unending supply of enthusiasm, Bud and Doug sing all the songs and play all the parts in their crass historical epic, with the hope that one of the producers in attendance will give them a Broadway contract – fulfilling their ill-advised dreams | Montgomery Theater | 09/13/12- 10/06/12 | Souderton |
The Mystery of Edwin Drood The Solve-It-Yourself MusicalPresented by Broadway Theatre of Pitman at Broadway Theatre of Pitman September 14-October 7, 2012 This wildly warm-hearted theatrical experience kicks off when the Music Hall Royale (a hilariously loony Victorian musical troupe) "puts on" it's flamboyant rendition of an unfinished Charles Dickens mystery. The story itself deals with John Jasper, a Jekyll-and-Hyde choirmaster who is quite madly in love with his music student, the fair Miss Rosa Bud. Miss Bud, in turn, is engaged to Jasper's nephew, young Edwin Drood. Things really start to get interesting when our title... | Broadway Theatre of Pitman | 09/14/12- 10/07/12 | Pitman |
LuLu's House of HorrorsPresented by LuLu Shriners at LuLu Shrine Complex October 5-November 3, 2012 Experience Fouteen Nights of terror! Voted Weirdest & Most Bizarre Haunt in the Philly Area. Board a creeky wagon that'll transport you in the dead of night through the haunted woods and dump you at the entrance to the deadly graveyard. Traverse this and find yourself on the doorstep of the House of Horrors. Dare enter and find horror at every turn! The Haunted Corn Maze is included if you survive the return trip.
All inclusive Wagon/HauntMaze for one low admission price. | LuLu Shriners | 10/05/12- 11/03/12 | Plymouth Meeting |
South PacificPresented by Ritz Theatre Company and Ritz Theatre Company at Ritz Theatre Company October 18-November 17, 2012 We are planning to pull out all the stops for our closing musical but we are not allowed to announce it until October 25th, so call us and we will spill the beans October 26th! But you have asked time and again for this Broadway Hit and this year it's all yours! | Ritz Theatre Company | 10/18/12- 11/17/12 | Oaklyn |
Guys and DollsPresented by Broadway Theatre of Pitman at Broadway Theatre of Pitman October 26-November 18, 2012 The Broadway Theatre of Pitman is proud to end its sixth Mainstage Season with one of the most classic musical comedies ever created! Set in Damon Runyon's New York City, this oddball romantic comedy soars with the true spirit of Broadway. You're introduced to Nathan Detroit, who is running his famous crap game in the streets of New York; his fiance, Miss Adelaide, the perpetually ill nightclub performer who just wants to get married; Sarah Brown, the sweet missionary out to reform the... | Broadway Theatre of Pitman | 10/26/12- 11/18/12 | Pitman |
Media 2nd Saturday Arts StrollPresented by Media Arts Council and Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union at Media Borough August 14, 2010 - Ongoing Join the Media Arts Council (M.A.C.) at the monthly 2nd Saturday Arts Stroll in downtown Media, PA.
This family-friendly event feature activities and events designed specifically to engage and excite artists from ages 2 to 200! Enjoy live music, take in visiting artist exhibitions peppered throughout Media's many quaint shops, get inspired with seasonal projects and check out the monthly "special arts event" hosted by MAC. (You never know what they have planned... could be... | Media Arts Council | 08/14/10- Ongoing | Media |
Open MicPresented by Coffee Beanery (Inside Franklin Mint FCU) at Coffee Beanery January 21, 2011 - Ongoing Open Mic hosted by Aubrey Watkins on Friday Evenings. Sign up early as the evening fills up quickly. Poets, Musicians, Comedian's welcome. Trivia test as well as 'News of the Week' and famous people who have died top the list of entertaining events during the evening. Prizes given for first correct Trivia answers. Join in the fun and enjoy a downtown evening in Media PA. Guest and new performers always welcome. Enjoy coffee, Latte or a favorite... | Coffee Beanery (Inside Franklin Mint FCU) | 01/21/11- Ongoing | Media |