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Walnut Street Theatre

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Center City East, Philadelphia

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The experts at visitPA and Visit Philly recommend this place
"Barrymore Award winning actors and staff"(2 Tips)
"Come see Prescott method and leave with a surprise!"(2 Tips)
"Barrymores to Hepburns"(2 Tips)
"I don't think there is a bad seat in the house."(2 Tips)

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visitPADecember 7, 2010
From Barrymores to Hepburns, some of the greatest actors in history have graced the stage. It also currently operates the original rope, pulley, and sandbag system that was used nearly 2 centuries ago
Upvoted Sep 29
Eileen McDonnellApril 6, 2014
Not a bad seat in the house.
Upvoted Oct 3
ConciergeMarch 29, 2013
Have plans to see "The Prescott Method" at the Independence Studio? Be sure to come hungry because you'll leave full literally and figuratively! Best of all, this play is written by a Philadelphian!
NBC PhiladelphiaAugust 16, 2011
This National Historic Landmark opened its doors in 1809 and is now the oldest theater in the country. Famous faces that have performed here include Audrey Hepburn and the Marx Brothers. Read more
Mike A.October 22, 2015
Been here 25+ times
A very nice experience. The seats are a little tight for a person as tall as me but I had an aisle seat this time curtesy of my wife and that helped.
RCFebruary 16, 2015
Great shows here but they keep it a bit warm. If you're prone to falling asleep in womb-like temps drink some coffee before-hand.
Laura ThompsonMarch 31, 2017
I don't think there is a bad seat in the house.
Donald SamburgDecember 31, 2015
From tap to rocketts style dancing. Outstanding singers young and old. I loved it.
Phillip Warner SrJuly 29, 2016
Try to get floor seats if you can but there are good views from just about anywhere in the theatre.
Wendy GerberJanuary 20, 2017
Been here 25+ times
The shows are top quality. I've enjoyed every show I've seen.
Visit PhillyDecember 14, 2011
Been here 5+ times
On performance day, remaining tickets are sold for $35 to the public or $15 to those under 24, active military & those in the entertainment industry. The theater also reserves 22 $10 full-view seats.
Valkrye131 (MB) Haslam-HouckOctober 22, 2009
Been here 25+ times
America's oldest theater, in operation for over 200 years. Barrymore Award winning actors and staff; a full season of classics (musicals, comedy, drama), plus independent, studio, and children's shows Read more
Asim NaqviApril 4, 2013
Been here 50+ times
Come see Prescott method and leave with a surprise!
Asim NaqviSeptember 26, 2013
Been here 50+ times
Here for a main stage production? Bathrooms can be found on on the lower level, and 2nd floor.
Kasual Owens-FieldsOctober 3, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Don't forget to check out shows in the Studio 3 and Studio 5 spaces!
Natasha EstremeraOctober 13, 2013
Eh...I wasn't too impressed with "In The Heights " and even less impressed with the tight and warm theater itself.
KirstenDecember 29, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Park at Will's Eye/Jefferson on 9th between walnut and spruce. Just a block walk and no line.
Andrea LernerOctober 3, 2019
Live theater
Ray LeeFebruary 2, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Many great performances blemished by constant coughing among the audience
Bill HickmanDecember 29, 2013
Good view throughout.. Just enjoy the show
Cási QuinnDecember 5, 2013
Elf was amazing! :)
Evan FaramApril 2, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Come see 39 Steps. Very funny! The two clowns alone are worth the ticket price.
Asim NaqviDecember 12, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Can't wait for my favorite (Oscar Wilde)'s An Ideal Husband starting Jan 15 and playing through March 4 2013
Micah TrappJuly 1, 2010
Right now it has "Fiddler on the Roof". It's really great and I highly recommend it.
Cee SmithMarch 15, 2018
Jesus Christ Superstar was awesome
Joe KraherMay 22, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Great performance of How to Succeed in Business!
Filly ChatterJanuary 17, 2011
Experience a piece of Philadelphia history at this theater from the 1800s!. Hit 'More Info' to read more reviews and recommendations by university students. Read more
AARON ROSSJuly 14, 2013
1 word for you, EPIC
Barbara RoseSeptember 11, 2013
Saw in the heights.. Amazing!
Tramaine WillinghamJuly 11, 2013
Grease was fantastic!
Derrick B.December 15, 2013
Probably will be as bad as the movie
Mike DMay 24, 2012
Opening night of buddy was awesome!!
Barbara KelvinApril 28, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Love this pl
Tim UrianJune 6, 2010
Been here 25+ times
Pre-order your intermission snacks and get 10% off!
Maureen CharamellaJune 1, 2011
Miss siagon is great!!!
Brian B-GApril 1, 2010
Ummm....why am I here again??? In any case...no need to take the elevator to the mezzanine.
Cristyam OtavianoJanuary 30, 2012
Lindo de mais e o espetaculo, beliasimo

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