Written in 1787, "The Contrast" was America’s first comedy and an indisputable hit in its time! The sentimental Maria is unhappily engaged to Dimple, a dandy whose recent European tour has given him expensive tastes and a tendency to flirt with her friends. They all seem on track for a life of misery until Colonel […]
IMAGINATIVE TECHNO-COMEDY OPENING AT THE STAGECRAFTERS The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow is a hilarious and heartfelt “techno-comedy,” that tells the story of Jennifer Marcus, an agoraphobic computer genius, who goes searching for her biological mother in China. Along the way she is aided by a Mormon missionary, a pizza delivery driver, and the […]
From the same theatre company that brought you The Angry Grammarian and Etiquette comes another awfully big adventure! Pier Players presents the world premiere of Peter Fenton’s I Think We’re Lost, a postmodern reimagining of the J. M. Barrie classic, Peter Pan. It's 2026. Wendy is gone, and a college-aged Peter considers leaving Neverland. To […]
Join us for a special launch celebration for Healing Verse Germantown: The Streets Are Talking, a poetry and public art project supported by Creative Philadelphia and a winner of the Bloomberg Philanthropies Public Art Challenge. This public art exhibition is neighborhood-wide and features 19 site-specific installations created from poems by Germantown residents impacted by gun […]
Hellerick’s Adventure Farm is open for the season. Enjoy signature attractions – Barnyard Mini Golf, the Aerial Adventure and the Silo Climbing Wall – as well as adventure farm activities, including 50 unique attractions such as the tractor pull, corn shute slides, and Amish scooter racing. As always, kids under 36” and parking are FREE.
Decorated Philadelphia Army Veteran Colonel Sherwood “Woody” D. Goldberg to Deliver Keynote Address The Veterans Commission at Washington Memorial Chapel has announced that it will host a special service and luncheon to honor National Vietnam War Veterans Day on Saturday, April 11 (observed nationally March 29) at 11 AM at the Washington Memorial Chapel […]
Join us as we welcome over 15 local artists and vendors taking over our space and Secret Garden for a day of creativity and community. Enjoy delicious Algerian food from Yes Yasmine Kitchen and live music in the garden all day long from local musicians Michael James and Angel Concepcion. We’re kid and dog friendly, […]
Visit the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation every month this year on Second Saturdays and explore hands-on history at our riverfront Maritime Center. Crafts and activities are included in winter admission fees: $5/adult, $3/ages 3-12), and under 3 is free. Cabins and Cocoa, January 10 - Discover how the Swedes and Finns stayed warm 300 years ago. […]
The Philadelphia Chorus Spring 2026 Concert “Reaching Home” A Concert Featuring: Howard Goodall- Eternal Light: A Requiem André Thomas- Mass: A Celebration of Love and Joy Bob Chilcott- Nidaros Jazz Mass & others Saturday, April 11, 2026, 4:00 PM Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral 19 S. 38th Street, Philadelphia, PA Tickets: $30; $25 Seniors & Advance Sales; […]
"...in this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes." — Benjamin Franklin, 1789 Benjamin Franklin was more than just a Founding Father—he was a tinker, printer, swimmer, and even a spy. But in the end, even he couldn’t escape life’s two certainties: death and taxes. Join us this May at […]
Matinee Dance Party is back! Saturday April 11th, 5pm-9pm! Featuring DJ Eddie Tully, hosted by Jay the Gentleman, this month we have special guest DJ Robbie Tronco joining us on the wheels of steel! "We don't just play music; we curate an atmosphere. The Matinée is a high-fidelity journey through the genres that defined generations—from […]
An evening of celebration and sparkle to raise Funds and Spirits for the future of Applied Mechanics. Doors @ 5:30, Show 6:00-7:30. Cocktails, Mocktails and Amuse-Bouches! Iconic Performances from Philly Favorites! Raffles, Live Auctions and Amazing Outfits! Wear your sparkliest, fanciest outfit - whatever that means to you! For those who purchase a FANCY FANCY […]
