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<strong>2014</strong>/15<br />
SEASON<br />
PHILADELPHIA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU<br />
The Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau is the Official<br />
Tourist Promotion Agency for the City of Philadelphia globally,<br />
and the principal sales and marketing agency for the Pennsylvania<br />
Convention Center. For city guides and information in more than<br />
ten languages, stop <strong>by</strong> the Independence Visitor Center at 6th &<br />
Market Streets or visit discoverPHL.com. Use discoverPHL.mobi on<br />
the go to find near<strong>by</strong> restaurants, attractions, shops and more!<br />
www.discoverPHL.com<br />
33<br />
By David Hirson<br />
Directed <strong>by</strong> Emmanuelle Delpech<br />
PHILLY TOUR HUB<br />
The launching place for a great travel experience. World-class<br />
walking, driving, segway, bus, and customized tours. Enjoy Wi-Fi,<br />
coffee. Connect with friendly, expert staff.<br />
229 Arch St.<br />
877.331.6197 | www.awfullynicetours.com<br />
Book <strong>by</strong> JAMES LAPINE<br />
Music and Lyrics <strong>by</strong> STEPHEN SONDHEIM<br />
Directed <strong>by</strong> TERRENCE J. NOLEN<br />
Production Co-Conceived <strong>by</strong> JORGE COUSINEAU and TERRENCE J. NOLEN<br />
GREAT EXPECTATIONS<br />
Passion<br />
By Charles DiCkens<br />
adapted <strong>by</strong> Gale ChilDs Daly<br />
Directed <strong>by</strong> Matthew DeCker<br />
World Premiere!<br />
PASSION<br />
By Michael Hollinger<br />
Directed <strong>by</strong> Terrence J. Nolen<br />
Under the Skin<br />
William Shakespeare’s<br />
Directed <strong>by</strong> Alexander Burns<br />
ENTERTAINMENT<br />
ARDEN THEATRE COMPANY<br />
The Arden tells great stories <strong>by</strong> great storytellers on stage, in the<br />
classroom and in the community. Each year, the company presents<br />
5 mainstage plays and 2 children’s theatre productions, as well<br />
as an extensive offering of drama school classes for Pre-K – 12th<br />
graders. Performances Tuesday-Sunday. Visit us online at www.<br />
ardentheatre.org for details and tickets.<br />
40 N. Second St.<br />
215.922.1122 | www.ardentheatre.org<br />
FRINGEARTS<br />
On the Delaware River waterfront, FringeArts brings together<br />
cutting-edge performing arts and contemporary cuisine in a fresh,<br />
vibrant setting that’s equal parts theater, restaurant, bar, outdoor<br />
plaza, and late-night cabaret. The new headquarters of the annual<br />
Fringe Festival is now a bustling year-round cultural destination<br />
and social hub. Together with La Peg, its onsite French brasserieinspired<br />
bar/restaurant, FringeArts is the scene for food, fun, and<br />
great performances.<br />
140 N. Columbus Blvd. (at Race St.)<br />
215.413.1318 | www.fringearts.com<br />
PAINTED BRIDE ART CENTER<br />
An intimate and innovative center for contemporary art, The<br />
Painted Bride presents world-class jazz, world music, dance,<br />
theater, and visual arts.<br />
230 Vine St.<br />
215.925.9914 | www.paintedbride.org<br />
MUSEUMS<br />
APS MUSEUM, AMERICAN PHILOSOPHICAL SOCIETY<br />
Through 12/14: Jefferson’s hand-written draft of the Declaration of<br />
Independence and original documents. Starting 4/15: Jefferson’s<br />
science and exploration told through fossils, specimen drawings.<br />
104 S. Fifth St. (Next to Independence Hall)<br />
215.440.3440 | www.apsmuseum.org<br />
Subscribe to all 5 for the greatest savings.<br />
215.922.1122 ardentheatre.org<br />
CENTER FOR ART IN THE WOOD<br />
Learn about traditional and contemporary art in wood <strong>by</strong> exploring<br />
the Center’s changing exhibitions, permanent collection, library,<br />
and educational programs.<br />
141 N. Third St.<br />
215.923.8000 | www.centerforartinwood.org
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