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Photo: East Falls Local

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

Company

Company

Our 534th Production 

Sondheim on friends, relationships, marriage, and “Being Alive.” 

By Stephen Sondheim 
Directed by Annie Hnatko 
April 21st, 22nd, 28th, 29th, 30th; May 5th, 6th, 7th, 2023 
Friday and Saturday at 8:00 p.m., Sunday at 2:00 p.m.

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Upcoming Productions & Events

Arsenic and Old Lace
2023 Summer One-Act Bonanza
2023 Children’s Arts Program Showcase

Children’s Arts Program

This summer, Old Academy Players’ Children’s Arts Program will introduce kids to the joys of theater with hands-on exploration while learning about acting, musical theater, and dance! Participants enjoy three days of discovery and rehearsal that culminate into a “Showcase Performance” presented on the Old Academy main stage for thrilled parents, family and friends.

Old Academy Players’ Children’s Arts Program runs from July 25–27, 2023. Registration is NOW OPEN. Learn More

Imagine…

Imagine giving the gift of live theater! Old Academy Players now offers gift certificates for any performance!

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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!

Learn more about Volunteering and Membership.

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Address

3544 Indian Queen Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19129
Box office: 215–843-1109
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Support provided by The Philadelphia Cultural Fund and The Sylvia W. and Randle M. Kauders Foundation.