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Jo Vito Ramirez and Mariah Ghant at Theatre Contra.
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Variety Pack looks to expand people’s entertainment diet

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Jared Kelly
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Festival At The Mann: BalletX dancer likes playing bad

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LGBTQ+ censorship online has real-world impact for Philly drag performers
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LGBTQ+ censorship online has real-world impact for Philly drag performers

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Influential Irish musical returns to Philly for 30th anniversary
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Influential Irish musical returns to Philly for 30th anniversary

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Anthony Wilkinson
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Anthony Wilkinson hits the jackpot with ‘My Big Gay Italian Casino Adventure’

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Mateus Leite Cardoso and Nick Drake in the North American Tour of ‘&Juliet’
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‘& Juliet’ actors talk queer rep in this jukebox musical twist on Shakespeare’s play

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Top left: Justin Collette in ‘Beetlejuice.’ (Photo: Matthew Murphy); Top right: Skye Alyssa Friedman, Emily Koch, Darron Hayes, Pierce Wheeler and Grace Capeless in the national tour of ‘Kimberly Akimbo.’ (Photo: Joan Marcus); Bottom left: Danielle Wade and Miki Abraham in The North American tour of ‘Shucked.’ (Photo: Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman); Bottom right: Jenn Colella in ‘Suffs.’ (Photo: Joan Marcus)
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Ensemble Arts Philly’s 2025-2026 Broadway Season features LGBTQ+ representation

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A promotional photo for the Academy of Vocal Arts.
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Academy of Vocal Arts celebrates 90th anniversary

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International Women’s Day Festival celebrates women’s voices and talent
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International Women’s Day Festival celebrates women’s voices and talent

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In a promo image for 'Tiny Witch,' a person with dark, expressive makeup featuring blue dots and lines on their face is seen emerging through a white sheet, illuminated by vibrant purple lighting. Their hair is styled into a high, pointed shape, and they have an intense, contemplative expression as they look off to the side. The scene has a surreal, theatrical quality.
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Queer performer helps audiences get in touch with their inner ‘Tiny Witch’

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David A. Gaines.
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‘Gabardine’: Queer artist puts poetry in motion for world premiere solo show

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Damon Chua, the playwright of ‘QUIXOTIC PROFESSOR QIU.'
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‘QUIXOTIC PROFESSOR QIU’ explores espionage, identity and injustice — through comedy

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From left, ‘Come From Away’ actors John Anker Bow and Tyler Olshansky-Bailon with the real-life counterparts they portray in the show, Nick Marson and Diane Marson.
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‘Come From Away’ highlights the ‘goodness of humanity’ after 9/11

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A rendering of the set for ‘The Drag.’
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‘The Drag’: Mae West play showcases queer ancestry

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Promotional poster for fallawayinto, a play by Arielle Julia Brown, directed by Nia Benjamin. The poster features three women of varying ages, embracing one another against a blue-toned background. Their expressions convey strength and intimacy. The names of the cast—Janelle Luster, Pamela A. Hooks, Nikki Edwards, Mawu Ama Ma’at Gora, and Jakeya L. Sanders—are listed at the top. Below, the title of the play appears in stylized lowercase text, along with production dates: January 22–February 1, 2025.
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‘Fallawayinto: Corridors of Rememory’ celebrates Black trans survival

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Ella Perez as Babe, Catherine Ariale as Lady, Tyler Pirrung as Bob Mackie, Morgan Scott as Star and the cast of ‘The Cher Show.
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Tyler Pirrung brings Bob Mackie to life in ‘The Cher Show’

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The cast of the "MJ" First National Tour portrays The Jackson 5, standing in a lively pose on stage. The group includes five performers wearing coordinated outfits with vests, smiling and gesturing energetically. Two members hold guitars, while a vibrant backdrop with illuminated signs reading "M" and "L" adds a dynamic atmosphere.
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Josh A. Dawson brings icons to life in “MJ” while honoring queer identity

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A vibrant stage performance from STOMP, featuring six performers energetically interacting with everyday objects as percussion instruments. The set is adorned with industrial and recycled items like road signs, barrels, and scrap metal, creating a visually striking background. The performers, illuminated by colorful stage lighting, are actively engaged, with one in the center tossing a tin can mid-air while others reach towards it. The scene captures the dynamic and rhythmic energy characteristic of STOMP.
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Jude Caminos STOMPs into Philadelphia

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Travis Holp holds a disco ball
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TikTok psychic medium Travis Holp brings unique readings to Philly

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Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme
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Jinkx and DeLa, Unwrapped

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