Monday, February 16, 2026

UPenn’s Van Pelt Library presents Celebrate or Demonstrate: Philadelphia and Bicentennial Discontent by Walt Maguire

A small, free-to-visit exhibition in Penn’s Van Pelt Library reminds us that protests during America’s 250th birthday resemble those that rocked Philly in 1976. Walt Maguire reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 03:46PM

InterAct Theatre Company presents Phaedra Michelle Scott’s Plantation Black by Melissa Strong

Plantation Black, a new play at Interact with an unusual structure, examines the complex, uncomfortable history of an American family with roots in slavery. Melissa Strong reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 03:14PM

Philadelphia Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s Caesar, adapted by Tyler Dobrowsky by Kiran Pandey

Philadelphia Theatre Company presents William Shakespeare’s Caesar, an adaptation that truncates the original text and moves the action to an underdeveloped modern setting. Kiran Pandey re…

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 12:57PM
Wednesday, February 11, 2026

The BSR Weekly Arts and Culture Roundup, February 12-18, 2026 by Kyle V. Hiller

A pivotal short film explores immigrant justice in Philly and beyond, laughs for Valentine’s Day weekend, theater show openings, and a Brazilian Carnaval celebration. Kyle V. Hiller rounds…

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 12:48PM
Tuesday, February 10, 2026

The BSR Podcast: Dive into February theater with Jesus Hopped the A Train and Plantation Black by Darnelle Radford

It's another exciting month on Philly's theater scene, and BSR Podcast host Darnelle Radford takes you behind the curtain with the artists of new productions at InterAct and Stagecrafters.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 06:00PM

Curio Theatre presents Richard Lamont Pierce’s Sojourner by An Nichols

Richard Lamont Pierce’s one-woman show about famous abolitionist Sojourner Truth has toured for more than 20 years, starring Zuhairah McGill. Catch it at Curio for Black History Month 2026…

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 03:48PM

Boys to Fame and The Philly Special are two new must-watch documentaries for Eagles fans by Stephen Silver

Two new documentaries featuring legendary sportswriter Ray Didinger and The Philly Special won’t have many surprises for Eagles fans, but they’re still hugely enjoyable. Stephen Silver r…

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 02:15PM

EgoPo Classic Theatre presents Albert Innaurato’s Gemini by Josh Herren

EgoPo captures the pulse of the neighborhood with Gemini, set in a South Philly backyard in the summer of 1976, with plenty of resonance for our Semiquincentennial. Josh Herren reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 12:39PM
Monday, February 9, 2026

Broadway Cabaret at Rittenhouse Grill is back for a third year by Cameron Kelsall

A star-studded Broadway cabaret in Philly is back for its third season at Rittenhouse Grill, with a performance featuring Christine Andreas and Martin Silvestri on February 16. Cameron Kelsa…

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 03:49PM

Opera Philadelphia presents Michael R. Jackson’s Complications in Sue by Gail Obenreder

With Complications in Sue, a groundbreaking world premiere with a libretto by Michael R. Jackson and music from 10 world-class composers, Opera Philadelphia chronicles one woman’s usual un…

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 02:12PM
Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Playhouse West presents Michael Quinn’s Get It Together by An Nichols

Michael Quinn’s Get It Together puts on a witty, whimsical performance about love and self-exploration. An Nichols previews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 11:21PM

BSR Classical Interludes, February 2026 by Gail Obenreder

Philadelphia Orchestra opens its new season, early music from Duo Silvio, and a collection of US-made works decorate the first half of February 2026. Gail Obenreder previews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 11:15PM

The BSR Weekly Arts and Culture Roundup, February 5-11, 2026 by Kyle V. Hiller

A few events open Black History Month, Broadway comes to South Philly, and a solo exhibition gets dreamy. Kyle V. Hiller rounds up.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 11:00PM
Tuesday, February 3, 2026

After a freezing New Year, the Mummers String Band Spectacular debuts at the Linc by Isa Segalovich

The String Band Division competition of the 2026 Mummers Parade was postponed due to bad weather, but it returned in full glory for a special show at Lincoln Financial Field. Isa Segolovich …

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 06:09PM

Yes, Bridgerton does mirror real life with its diverse cast. Here’s the history. by An Nichols

Some commentators criticize Bridgerton for its racially diverse representation of the upper classes in 19th-century London. But An Nichols, who knows the real history, loves this aspect of t…

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 04:37PM
Monday, February 2, 2026

Philadelphia Magic Gardens presents Face to Face: Isaiah Zagar’s Mosaicked Portraits by Pamela J. Forsythe

A new show at Philadelphia Magic Gardens shines an often-mysterious spotlight on the people who have influenced iconic Philly mosaic artist Isaiah Zagar. Pamela J. Forsythe reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 05:04PM

Arden Theatre Company presents James Ijames’s Good Bones by Josh Herren

The Philadelphia premiere of James Ijames’s Good Bones, onstage at the Arden, has unmistakable resonance for Philly in the aftermath of the Sixers stadium debacle. Josh Herren reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 04:11PM

Filament presents Consorts Reframed by Peter Burwasser

The period instrument trio Filament invited three guest artists to form a broken consort, featuring music from 16th and 17th-century England with a premiere from a modern Philly composer. Pe…

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 03:00PM
Saturday, January 31, 2026

Remembering Dan McQuade, a Philly journalist like no other by Jillian Ashley Blair Ivey

Philly journalist Dan McQuade died this week from neuroendocrine cancer. He has been honored by publications and sports teams alike. Jill Ivey shares reflections on their friendship, and Dan…

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 12:02PM
Friday, January 30, 2026

After more than five years, the Princeton University Art Museum reopens by K.a. McFadden

Princeton University Art Museum closed down at the start of the pandemic, and it’s finally reopened with beautiful updates that are free for all to visit. K.A. McFadden reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 02:39PM

Armstead Dickerson presents When I Saw the Sun by Melissa Strong

Philadelphia artist Armstead Dickerson explores new modes of expression in his immersive language album When I Saw the Sun, which combines a visual and audio experience. Melissa Strong revie…

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 12:15PM
Wednesday, January 28, 2026

The BSR Weekly Arts and Culture Roundup, January 29-February 4, 2026 by Kyle V. Hiller

Penn Museum kicks off the Year of the Horse, 1980s art at Arthur Ross, and Independence Hall celebrates its reopening. Kyle V. Hiller rounds up.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 05:34PM
Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Councilmembers Kendra Brooks and Rue Landau announce legislation to protect Philly from abuses by ICE by Alaina Johns

Locals gathered in below-freezing temps on January 27 for the announcement of new “ICE OUT” legislation cosponsored by Councilmembers Rue Landau and Kendra Brooks. Alaina Johns reports.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 06:34PM

The BSR February 2026 repertory movie roundup by Stephen Silver

Films for Valentine’s Day, Black History Month, and more populate the February screenings. Stephen Silver rounds up.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 04:20PM

The Month in Philly Dance, February 2026 by Camille Bacon-Smith

Warming up for the stage with dance performances in the Philly area in February. Camille Bacon-Smith rounds up.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 04:10PM

Vivian Allvin presents Everybody Loves Italians by Anna Fiscarelli-Mintz

The newest work from writer and performer Vivian Allvin examines what makes stereotypes complicated and the complexity of the cultural markers they represent. Anna Fiscarelli-Mintz previews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 04:05PM

MAGA orders Philly exhibits on slavery torn down. We at BSR are not afraid of our history. by Alaina Johns

Members of the BSR community were shocked when the exhibit documenting slavery at George Washington’s Philly house was dismantled last week. We'll keep standing up for Black history at BSR.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 04:02PM

People’s Light presents Robert Harling’s Steel Magnolias by Emily Schilling

Programming Steel Magnolias could be a risky choice, but a new production at People’s Light never becomes syrupy. Emily Schilling reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 03:21PM
Monday, January 26, 2026

The Walnut presents Sherlock Holmes: The Great Detective, adapted by Bill Van Horn by C.m. Crockford

Bill Van Horn adapts two classic Sherlock Holmes stories with a warmth and passion worthy of Arthur Conan Doyle’s original vision, along with plenty of laughs. C.M. Crockford reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 05:11PM

Hedgerow Theatre Company presents Mashuq Mushtaq Deen’s Draw the Circle by Krista Mar

Trans playwright Mashuq Mushtaq Deen’s Draw the Circle gets its regional premiere at Hedgerow, starring local actor Joseph Ahmed. It’s an ode to the persistence and power of love in a fr…

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 03:00PM

FringeArts presents Jenn Kidwell’s we come to collect: a flirtation, with capitalism by Josh Herren

Jenn Kidwell brought her latest show, we come to collect, spoken and performed in ASL in partnership with Brandon Kazen-Maddoz, to FringeArts. Josh Herren reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 01:19PM

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2025-2026 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 12, 2025: Call Me Izzy - Studio 54
Sep 16, 2025: Art - Music Box Theatre
Oct 08, 2025: Beetlejuice - Palace Theatre
Nov 13, 2025: Oedipus - Studio 54
Nov 16, 2025: Chess - Imperial Theatre
Mar 23, 2026: Giant - Music Box Theatre
Apr 06, 2026: Becky Shaw - Hayes Theater
Apr 16, 2026: Proof - Booth Theatre
Apr 26, 2026: Drama Desk Cut-Off