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Want to know what forty looks like? It looks amazing, but don’t take our word for it! Come see for yourself in our year-long celebration of the voice and vision of America’s most fascinating playwrights. From emerging writers like Kimber Lee to accomplished masters like Terrence McNally and John Patrick Shanley, we promise to dazzle you with productions that highlight the genius and diversity of our nation’s greatest creators. Throughout the year, our subscribers will receive exclusive advance notice of special celebratory events. Meet the artists, experience new play readings, learn from expert panels, engage in bracing conversation, join the party! I am particularly excited about what we have planned for our new season. To learn more about why each of our five productions was chosen, please visit philadephiatheatrecompany.org
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“Philadelphia Theatre Company has emerged as one of the nation’s top producers of contemporary American drama!”
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“one of the nation’s best!” - jewish exponent
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Want to know what forty looks like? It looks amazing, but don’t take our word for it! Come see for yourself in our year-long celebration of the voice and vision of America’s most fascinating playwrights. From emerging writers like Kimber Lee to accomplished masters like Terrence McNally and John Patrick Shanley, we promise to dazzle you with productions that highlight the genius and diversity of our nation’s greatest creators. Throughout the year, our subscribers will receive exclusive advance notice of special celebratory events. Meet the artists, experience new play readings, learn from expert panels, engage in bracing conversation, join the party!
I am particularly excited about what we have planned for our new season. To learn more about why each of our five productions was chosen, please visit philadephiatheatrecompany.org
Sara Garonzik Executive Producing Director
OPENING NIGHT Package includes complimentary post-show party with the actors and creative team. 10/15 | 12/3 | 2/11 | 5/6 | 6/10
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Private party includes pre-show hors d’oeuvres and specialty drinks.11/7 | 12/26 | 3/6 | 5/29
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Exclusive pre-show tasting series with Philly’s own wine archaeologist, Jill Weber, owner of Jet Wine Bar. 10/30 | 12/18 | 2/26 | 5/21
BOOK CLUB Combine great theatre with a great book by joining an online literary conversation. Books will be waiting for you at Audience Services.10/16 | 12/4 | 2/12 | 5/7
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The cast of VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE (PTC, 2014) photo by Mark Garvin
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DETROIT BY LISA D’AMOURA Pulitzer Prize finalist!Somewhere in the suburbs, Ben and Mary welcome into their lives the transient couple who’ve moved into the deserted house next door. As this foursome bonds over backyard barbecues, their fragile neighborly connection threatens to unravel and change them forever. “SUPERB! A rich and addictively satisfying dark comedy.” – The New York Times
OUTSIDE MULLINGAR BY JOHN PATRICK SHANLEYTony Award Nomination for Best Play!Shanley hits all the sweet spots, returning to his roots in this romantic and altogether charming play set in rural Ireland. With surprising depth and passion, Anthony and Rosemary fight their way from heartbreak to some kind of happiness in this moving and funny play. “SHANLEY'S finest work since DOUBT.” - The New York Times
MOTHERS AND SONS BY TERRENCE MCNALLYTony Award Nomination for Best Play!A woman pays an unexpected visit to the apartment of her late son's partner, who is now mar-ried to another man and has a young son. This eloquent, timely, and intensely resonant play is a moving reflection on a changed America and our evolving understanding of family. “Terrence McNally has just written his best play!” – Huffington Post
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murder for two * BOOK AND MUSIC BY JOE KINOSIANBOOK AND LYRICS BY KELLEN BLAIRDrama Desk, Drama League, Outer Critics Circle, and Lucille Lortel Nominated!A zany blend of classic musical comedy and madcap mystery, 2 performers play 13 roles—not to mention the piano—in a witty and winking homage to old-fashioned murder mysteries. Murder For Two is the perfect blend of Music, Mayhem, and Murder! “A MUST-SEE jolt of caffeinated creativity!”– NY1
brownsville song (b-side for tray) BY KIMBER LEEA co-production with Long Wharf TheatreThe HIT of the 2014 Humana Festival of New American Plays!A senseless act of violence in a Brooklyn neighborhood brings a teen’s life to a halt, leaving his family behind to cope with the weight of his absence. Tray’s loved ones lumber through their loss, find each other, and fight their way back toward hope. “Writing so INTIMATE that it bestows the power to unlock hearts.” – Louisville Courier-Journal
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Cover photos from top left: STARS OF DAVID (2012; photo by Mark Garvin), RED (2011; photo by Mark Garvin), NERDS (2013; photo by Paola Nogueras), TRIBES (2014; photo by Mark Garvin), VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE (2014; photo by Mark Garvin), RACE (2011; photo my Mark Garvin), SEMINAR (2013; photo by Mark Garvin), LET ME DOWN EASY (2011; photo courtesy of Arena Stage), THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS (2012; photo by Mark Garvin), THE MOUNTAINTOP (2013; photo by Mark Garvin), RED HOT PATRIOT: THE KICK-ASS WIT OF MOLLY IVINS (2010; photo by Mark Garvin), VENUS IN FUR (2013; photo by Frank Wojciechowski)
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