Welcome!
The Old Academy Players is a non-profit community theater established in 1923 and located in the East Falls section of Philadelphia. Our home is the charming, historic Old Academy building, where Grace Kelly and Robert Prosky began their acting careers!
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Current Production
ShakespeareaPalooza!
Our 530th Production
A celebration of Shakespeare, consisting of scenes from Shakespeare’s plays interspersed with Shakespearean jokes, insults, songs and additions to the English language.
By Judith Van Buskirk
Directed by Carla Childs
September 16th, 17th, 18th, 23rd, 24th, 30th; October 1st, 2nd, 2022
Friday and Saturday at 8:00 p.m., Sunday at 2:00 p.m.
Directed by Carla Childs
September 16th, 17th, 18th, 23rd, 24th, 30th; October 1st, 2nd, 2022
Friday and Saturday at 8:00 p.m., Sunday at 2:00 p.m.
Box office: 215–843-1109
Tickets $20.00
Upcoming Productions & Events
Imagine…
Imagine introducing your child to music, movement and acting skills!
Learn more about our Children’s Arts Program.
Imagine scheduling a private performance just for your family, your friends or your group!
Learn more about Theater Parties.
Imagine getting involved at the Old Academy Players as an actor, stage hand, usher or more!
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Address
3544 Indian Queen Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19129
Box office: 215–843-1109
Philadelphia, PA 19129
Box office: 215–843-1109