Performing Arts

Overdue inspections threw a wrench in Opera Philadelphia’s plans to activate the vacant Macy’s building.

Six sets from local artists and internationally renowned musicians will feature acoustic and electric blues.

New federal visa rules and the long arm of Philadelphia’s Licenses and Inspections thwarted productions in the Fringe.

The world premiere of “The Unexpected 3rd,” at the People’s Light theater in Chester County, is partly due to Grody’s unexpected, online pandemic stardom.

The West Philly-based arts organization kicks off its season on Nov. 6, with “Miwa.”

The new play recounts the history of when a man took several CBC employees hostage in an effort to force them to broadcast a Toronto Maple Leafs game.

This year’s festival continues the tradition of nontraditional settings. Here is a list of unusual ones.

Drawing from personal loss, Lightning Rod Special’s new work takes audiences through the chaos of end-of-life care, memory and legacy at the Philadelphia Fringe Festival.

The Bearded Ladies Cabaret’s “The Layaway” is a cheeky and mischievous take on opulence and commerce.

“Primary Trust” opens Sept. 19. The group’s creative team also helped with Cannonball productions as part of Fringe.

Rennie Harris and Megan Bridge expand a student project from 25 years ago into an evening of self-reflection and social commentary.

Nina Simone and Amy Winehouse are source material for two shows that touch on race, identity, sobriety and more.

On the eve of Philly Fringe Fest, the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance surveys the behaviors of theatergoers.

Anthony Roth Costanzo, Opera Philadelphia's leader, turned financial challenges into success, making the company the only sold-out in the U.S. and innovating opera anew.

With more than 300 productions, there’s a Fringe Festival event for you. Here’s how to find it.