This season, Philadelphia welcomes an impressive array of Broadway productions, showcasing nearly 200 performances across three historic venues.
The Academy of Music, Miller Theater, and Forrest Theater are set to host a vibrant season featuring fifteen dazzling shows, which have collectively garnered a remarkable 36 Tony Awards.
Audiences can explore a variety of theater packages tailored to fit individual schedules, thanks to Ensemble Arts Philly.
The options include a seven-show subscription with the flexibility to swap performances, as well as customizable ‘Create Your Own’ (CYO) packages encompassing all fifteen Broadway shows in this season’s lineup.
Opting for a CYO package grants buyers a 10% discount on single ticket prices, making it an attractive choice for theatergoers.
The lineup for the Ensemble Arts Philly Broadway Series is as follows:
– **SIX:** September 30 – October 5, 2025 at Academy of Music
– **Kimberly Akimbo:** October 21 – November 2, 2025 at Academy of Music
– **Back to the Future:** November 18-30, 2025 at Academy of Music
– **Hadestown:** December 2 – 7, 2025 at Forrest Theater
– **Cirque Dreams Holidaze:** December 23 – 28, 2025 at Miller Theater
– **Suffs:** January 6 – 18, 2026 at Academy of Music
– **Disney’s Beauty and the Beast:** February 11 – 22, 2026 at Academy of Music
– **Clue:** January 20 – 25, 2026 at Forrest Theater
– **Blue Man Group:** February 24 – March 1, 2026 at Miller Theater
– **TINA The Tina Turner Musical:** March 10 – 15, 2026 at Academy of Music
– **The Sound of Music:** March 31 – April 5, 2026 at Academy of Music
– **Shucked:** April 21 – May 3, 2026 at Forrest Theater
– **Chicago:** May 12 – May 17, 2026 at Forrest Theater
– **The Outsiders:** May 26 – June 7, 2026 at Academy of Music
– **The Notebook:** July 21 – August 2, 2026 at Academy of Music
Purchasing tickets to these Broadway productions or the Philadelphia Orchestra’s concerts contributes to various free educational programs provided annually.
The nonprofit collaborates with the Philadelphia School District to enrich arts education.
Programs like Sound All Around introduce young audiences to the vibrant instruments of the Philadelphia Orchestra, while Jazz for Freedom connects middle school students with jazz music’s cultural significance.
A recent initiative, Broadway Bridges Philly, was introduced to provide high school students access to shows at a low cost, offering tickets for only $10.
Additionally, summer sessions focusing on music and theater are now available, with registration open for a special student matinee series called Set the Stage.
This program educates elementary and middle school students about the essentials of musical theater.
It’s also worth considering the broader economic impact of attending these shows.
The City of Philadelphia estimates that visitors attending arts events contribute $4 billion annually to the local economy, benefiting restaurants, hotels, and various services.
Group ticket sales offer enticing discounts, with up to 40% off available for parties of ten or more.
In conjunction with the Broadway season, the Philadelphia Orchestra is celebrating its 125th birthday this year with an engaging series of performances.
The celebrations kicked off on September 25, led by music and artistic director Yannick Nézet-Séguin, with renowned pianist Yuja Wang.
In the days following, the orchestra’s principal guest conductor Marin Alsop will showcase the talents of pianist Yun-Chan Lim, described as a ‘one-in-a-million talent,’ alongside a world premiere by composer John Adams.
The Philadelphia Orchestra’s legacy of innovation is another highlight of this commemorative season, having been the first orchestra to perform on radio, television, and in films.
The orchestra’s exciting collaboration with Disney, through its second music director Leopold Stokowski in the 1940 release of *Fantasia,* will also be part of the celebration.
To commemorate its 125th anniversary, the orchestra is set to perform the music of *Fantasia* live alongside the film.
Additionally, to honor the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States, a piece titled *The Liberty Bell* will be presented, composed by Julia Wolfe, while jazz legend Wynton Marsalis will premiere his *Liberty Symphony* in a collaborative concert that pairs the Philadelphia Orchestra with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.
As the season unfolds, the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts has introduced two new dining options for patrons.
Commonwealth Plaza is now home to Curtain Call, offering a café space by day with sandwiches and drinks, transforming into a lounge by night for cocktails and light bites.
On the Spruce Street side, a new restaurant named Leo serves coastal Mediterranean cuisine, named in honor of famed maestro Leopold Stokowski.
Chef Chris Cyer’s menu features a pre-fixe theater experience leading up to performances, along with an à la carte menu available from Wednesday to Sunday.
The dining options allow visitors to enjoy a delightful meal before or after indulging in the cultural richness of the city’s Broadway and orchestral performances.
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