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Broadway Philadelphia's 2015-16 season kicks off with the Woody Allen musical Bullets Over Broadway, opening this Tuesday at the Academy of Music. Don't miss our interview with the star of the show, Penn State alum Emma Stratton. Tuesday, October 27th through Sunday, November 1, various times, $20-110, Academy of Music.
A wide-reaching survey of the genre at the Philadelphia Museum of Art — from the early 1800s to 1960s pop-art contributions. October 27th to January 10th, Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Comedian Rachel Feinstein is bringing a preview of her new comedy special to Helium this Tuesday for Philly audiences. Local comedy fans will get a chance to check out Rachel's act before she films it for a one-hour television special. Tuesday, October 27th, 8 pm, $15-23, Helium Comedy Club.
It is a perfect theme for Halloween week: First Person Arts is throwing a "Scary" story slam this Tuesday night at L'Etage. Come and hear some spooky tales and compete to win a $100 prize. Tuesday, October 27th, 8:30 pm, $10, L'Etage.
The Arden's newest production tells the story of the great "Shagspere" of 1605, who is commissioned to write a historical play about some scandalous political events. Will he keep his cool or lose his head? To lie or not to lie: that is question. Now through December 13th, various times, $15-40, Arden Theater.
Curio Theatre Company gives Margaret Atwood’s dystopian novel the one-woman-show treatment featuring Philly talent Isa St. Clair. Through November 14th, various times and prices Curio Theatre Company.
This free pre-theatre reception at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania celebrates the Wilma Theater's stunning production of Antigone. Guests will enjoy Mediterranean bites, wine, and a display of items from the HSP collection that feature female activism and civil disobedience. Read our review of the show here. Thursday, October 29th, 6 pm, free with Wilma Theater purchase, Historical Society of Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia magazine's own festival dedicated to brown liquor is invading Lincoln Financial Field this Thursday evening. Over 200 premium spirits will be available for tasting, and some of the city's best restaurants will be offering bites throughout the venue. Thursday, October 29th, 6:30 pm, $95, Lincoln Financial Field.
Gershwin specialist Jon Kimura Parker will be joining the Philadelphia Orchestra this week to play the original version of Rhapsody in Blue. Conductor Marin Alsop will also lead the ensemble in performances of Debussy's Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun and Shostakovich's Symphony No. 5. Thursday, October 29th through Saturday, October 31st, various times, $49-104, Kimmel Center.
Everyone's favorite hairy drag queen Martha will be playing a jazzy show this Thursday featuring Drew Nugent and The Midnight Society. They're also offering a $5 student table credit when you purchase a ticket online. Thursday, October 29th, 8 pm, $20, Chris' Jazz Cafe.
Philadelphia's sustainable theater artist cohort Orbiter 3 is throwing a big old Halloween party this Thursday night at Elixr Coffee, featuring "unconventional costume contests," spooky games, a sexy silent auction, and a dance floor. All proceeds will benefit their upcoming productions. Thursday, October 29th, 8:30 pm, free, Elixr.
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