A new week brings a brand new lineup of awesome live music, hilarious comedy, and wonderful live theater right here in Montgomery County. Check out some of our favorite events happening this week, below!
Special Events
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING WEEKEND
January 18 - 20
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site
Join Eastern State Penitentiary as we commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his 1963 "Letter from Birmingham Jail.” Engage in special readings from the landmark text and respond to its relevance today. All special activities are free and open to the public. Daytime tours of Eastern State are available for standard admission prices.
Professional actors, youth, and community leaders read excerpts from Dr. King’s letter three times a day on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. After each reading, visitors are invited to respond to the letter’s relevance today during an informal discussion moderated by a civil rights scholar.
In addition, on Monday, January 20 only, join us for family activities (10 am - 4 pm) with the African American Museum in Philadelphia and Art Sanctuary, musical performances (1 pm and 3 pm) by Justin Griggs, and community electronics recycling (10 am - 2 pm) with PAR-Recycle Works. More information at www.EasternState.org.
TOGETHER AGAIN FOR THE FIRST TIME
January 15 - February 2
Act II Playhouse, Ltd.
A hilarious all new review of sketches, songs, and fun from Philly’s funniest friends.
The Children
January 15 - February 9
People's Light
Hazel and Robin, both retired nuclear physicists, live a quiet life in a cottage by the sea. Outside, the world is plagued by earthquakes, tsunamis, and a nuclear meltdown. When an old colleague turns up after forty years with a shocking request, the three friends must reckon with their shared culpability in this darkly funny disaster drama.
Recommended for ages 13+ due to mature themes and profanity. Approximate run time is 1 hour and 40 minutes with no intermission.
Live Performances
TOGETHER AGAIN FOR THE FIRST TIME
January 15 - February 2
Act II Playhouse, Ltd.
A hilarious all new review of sketches, songs, and fun from Philly’s funniest friends.
The Children
January 15 - February 9
People's Light
Hazel and Robin, both retired nuclear physicists, live a quiet life in a cottage by the sea. Outside, the world is plagued by earthquakes, tsunamis, and a nuclear meltdown. When an old colleague turns up after forty years with a shocking request, the three friends must reckon with their shared culpability in this darkly funny disaster drama.
Recommended for ages 13+ due to mature themes and profanity. Approximate run time is 1 hour and 40 minutes with no intermission.
FAMILY MAGIC SHOWS
January 18
Smoke & Mirrors Magic Theater
Afternoon Family Magic Shows!! All ages welcome! Shows feature the comedy and magic of; Danny Archer, Mike Bonacci, Mike Miller plus more wonderful performers. A fun and amazing 60 - 70 minute show of magic and comedy geared to audiences of all ages. Featuring comedy, magic, fun, audience interaction and more. All shows in the one of a kind venue... The Smoke & Mirrors Magic Theater.
Concerts & Comedy
