Events
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Commonwealth Classic Theatre
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 12, 2012 Grab a blanket and bring your family and friends to enjoy a great out-door theater performance from the Sculpture Park’s Susquehanna Bank stage at Abington Art Center this summer! Commonwealth Classic Theatre will present the Pulitzer Prize-winning Our Town by Thornton Wilder. Theater in the Park is co-presented by Abington Art Center and Abington Township Parks & Recreation and sponsored by PECO.
More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org
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Abington Art Center |
07/12/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
One Man, Two Guvnors - from National Theatre, London
Presented by Ambler Theater at Ambler Theater June 17, 2012 Treat Dad to a few laughs for his special day. This performance is priceless! The witty comedy, written by Richard Bean, is about a desperately hungry man who works for two masters and has trouble keeping things together. This modernization of Goldoni’s farce is wonderfully inventive, uproariously funny and not to be missed. Starring James Corden and Directed by Nicholas Hytner. A special encore presentation of one of 2011’s top performances from London’s National...
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Ambler Theater |
06/17/12 |
Ambler Theater, Ambler |
Our Town
Presented by Commonwealth Classic Theatre Company at Abington Art Center July 12, 2012 Our Town by Thornton Wilder
Directed by Allen Radway
In its 8th year of bringing free rheatre to the Greater Philadelphia area, Commonwealth Classic Theatre Company will provide audiences with a production that bears the hallmarks of the thoroughly established CCTC style: energy, accessibility, clarity, passion, and heart. Our Town, in its celebration of the everyday moments of life, is truly a reflection of all that is glorious and fragile in being alive....
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Commonwealth Classic Theatre Company |
07/12/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
Facetime Community Theatre Summer Stage
Presented by Facetime Community Theatre at Ursinus College July 2-July 21, 2012 This 3-week summer camp will culminate in the performance of the musical Oliver at Ursinus’s Lenfest Theatre. Students from 4th grade to college age will receive focused instruction from experienced teachers and will develop the core skills necessary to achieve excellence in stage performance. Emphasis is placed on collaboration, creativity, and fun!
For more information and registration go to www.facetimecommunitytheatre.org.
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Facetime Community Theatre |
07/02/12 -
07/21/12 |
Ursinus College, Collegeville |
Breakfast with Ben
Presented by Independence Visitor Center at Independence Visitor Center May 26-September 1, 2012 You're invited to an interactive breakfast and discussion with one of our nation's most influential founding fathers, Ben Franklin. Adults and children alike are able to chat with Ben Franklin, ask questions about his life and work and even pose for pictures. A delicious breakfast is served to Dr. Franklin's guests.
Breakfast with Ben runs from 9- 10:30 am every Saturday morning, from Memorial Day-Labor Day, and is hosted in the Liberty View Ballroom in the Independence Visitor...
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Independence Visitor Center |
05/26/12 -
09/01/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
SmART Nights
Presented by Longwood Gardens at Longwood Gardens June 21-September 20, 2012 Turn on your left and right brain during SmART Nights at Longwood Gardens. Hear some of the region’s brightest minds explore the science of light, then share your own bright ideas at StorySlams facilitated by First Person Arts.
SmART Nights are one of the many exciting events featured during Longwood Garden’s summer exhibit, Light: Installations by Bruce Munro (On view June 9th-September 29th). This US premiere illuminates 23 acres of Longwood Gardens with...
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Longwood Gardens |
06/21/12 -
09/20/12 |
Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square |
Mini-Morris Players
Presented by Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania at Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania June 14-July 23, 2012 Throughout the Victorian Age, brother and sister John and Lydia Morris searched the world over gathering a stunning array of plants and trees to enhance their Chestnut Hill Estate. This summer they return (played by two modern actors) to lead a unique and fascinating theatre program for children (ages 5-10).
On the very grounds they developed, the Morrises meet the children and recount fascinating stories of their adventurous travels. As they spin their tales, the children take...
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Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania |
06/14/12 -
07/23/12 |
Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia |
Shakespeare's Will
Presented by People's Light and Theatre Company at People's Light and Theatre Company - Steinbright Stage May 30-June 24, 2012 Several actresses embody the heart and mind of Anne Hathaway, Shakespeare’s wife. On the day of his funeral, Anne reflects on her life and marriage to the famous poet as she prepares to read his last wishes. Inspired by the actual contents of Shakespeare’s will, this play gives a voice to this remarkable woman and her compelling story.
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People's Light and Theatre Company |
05/30/12 -
06/24/12 |
People's Light and Theatre Company - Steinbright Stage, Malvern |
Mr. Hart & Mr. Brown
Presented by People's Light and Theatre Company at People's Light and Theatre Company - Steinbright Stage July 18-July 27, 2012 Set in Nebraska in the 1920s during the era of Prohibition, Two-Gun Hart is the only law for 300 miles. When a Duesenberg-driving antiques dealer from Baltimore shows up for a visit, young Ambrose Healey of the Homer Weekly Star smells a story. But is it worth his life to write it? A play about freedom of the press, the myth of the Old West, and a whole lot more from the award-winning writer of The Philly Fan, Any Given Monday, and Something Intangible.
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People's Light and Theatre Company |
07/18/12 -
07/27/12 |
People's Light and Theatre Company - Steinbright Stage, Malvern |
Beautiful Boy - Community Matters
Presented by People's Light and Theatre Company at People's Light and Theatre Company - Main Stage May 30-June 24, 2012 This first play by actor/director Pete Pryor earned him an Independence Fellowship. At around 18 months of age, Pete’s son was diagnosed with ASD, Autism Spectrum Disorder. This two-person impressionistic piece follows a family on its journey from the fearful time of diagnosis to finding an approach and a home program. Scenes of a father dealing with work, travel, and a myriad of therapeutic approaches are inter cut with glimpses of his family’s life and a look at the community...
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People's Light and Theatre Company |
05/30/12 -
06/24/12 |
People's Light and Theatre Company - Main Stage, Malvern |
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Center City Comedy
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Sunnybrook Ballroom |
06/15/12 |
Sunnybrook Ballroom, Pottstown |
Hello, Dolly
Presented 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.
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The Brandywiners, Ltd. |
07/26/12 -
08/04/12 |
Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square |