4,122 stories from Broad Street Review
When Anndee Hochman met Isaiah Zagar, he told her how art can heal. A few years later, grieving her father, she took Zagar's lessons into her own hands.
A new adaptation of Molière's Tartuffe gets its world premiere at Performance Garage with The Kammerspiel, a theater troupe dedicated to intimate and subversive productions. Walt Maguire re…
Alex Burns stages his new adaptation of both parts of Henry IV at Quintessence with his signature epic style, but it's not suited to the best elements of this story. C.M. Crockford reviews.
Lantern Theater Company presents Pearl Cleage's Blues for an Alabama Sky, an audacious story that feels fresh and urgent today despite being set in 1930 Harlem. A. Lewis reviews.
On February 19, President's House advocates rallied to celebrate a ruling that demands the return of signage about slavery, while a court case over their removal by the Trump administration …
Music about unfortunate ways to die, a meditation on faith, sacrifice, and resistance, and Philadelphia Youth Orchestra takes the stage. Gail Obenreder previews.
New theater performances open in the area, a lecture-performance on the political and historical dimensions of breath, and more Lunar New Year celebrations. Kyle V. Hiller rounds up.
Newark, DE's Resident Ensemble Players stages a terrifically enjoyable production of French playwright Yasmina Reza's Art, which is popular for good reason. Gail Obenreder reviews.
A major exhibition on the Shakers lands in Philly at UPenn's ICA, juxtaposing historic pieces with new works exploring the enigmatic religious group's legacy. Gail Obenreder reviews.
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.
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.
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 revi…
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 u…
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.
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. …
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 revie…
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.
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…
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 unus…
Michael Quinn's Get It Together puts on a witty, whimsical performance about love and self-exploration. An Nichols previews.
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.
A few events open Black History Month, Broadway comes to South Philly, and a solo exhibition gets dreamy. Kyle V. Hiller rounds up.
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 …
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…
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.
