By Kathryn Grody
Directed by Timothy Near
September 17 - October 19
Deep into her third and final act of being a person, award-winning theatre artist Kathryn Grody explores a surreal, devastating, and existentially hilarious potpourri of self-discoveries at 75 years young. As mother, actor, wife, grandmother, friend, and accidental influencer, Grody navigates the bewildering transition into elderhood — equal parts empowering and unnerving. The Unexpected 3rd is a humorous and heartfelt solo piece exploring the joys and challenges of becoming not quite old, but elder. A sold-out sensation at our 2024 Kiln New Works Festival, this world premiere is a must-see ahead of its Off-Broadway debut next year — a rollicking rumination on the stunning impermanence of it all.
By Ray Didinger
Directed by Joe Canuso
October 7 - 19
People's Light Special Presentation: Not part of a 25/26 Subscription, but 25/26 subscribers get first dibs on tickets, and 15% off with their subscriber discount! Subscribe to next season by May 23 to gain access to an exclusive Tommy and Me presale, before tickets go on sale to the public.
"As Philadelphian as cheesesteaks." — WHYY
After a sold-out run in our 24/25 Season, Tommy and Me returns for a two-week engagement on the Haas Stage! Philadelphia Eagles' Hall of Famer Tommy McDonald (played by PL company artist Tom Teti) was the famously tough wide receiver who helped take the Birds to the 1960 NFL Championship game. Beloved Philly sports commentator Ray Didinger's autobiographical show recounts a seminal time in Ray's life when he helped his lifelong hero get into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Tommy was drafted by the Eagles in 1957 and played on the team until 1964. At Franklin Field, he helped the Eagles win against Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packers. If you missed this smash hit in Malvern last time, make sure to get your Tommy and Me tickets early and experience this heartfelt tribute to football, friendship, and Philly.
Adapted by Zak Berkman from Charles Dickens
Original Music by Zak Berkman
Arrangements by Mitch Chakour
Directed by Molly Rosa Houlahan
November 19, 2025 - January 4, 2026
Holiday add-on! This production is not automatically included in a 25/26 Subscription, but you can add A Christmas Carol tickets to your subscription at a discounted price.
With brand-new staging by Molly Rosa Houlahan, Zak Berkman’s music-filled adaptation of A Christmas Carol is an inventive and playful reimagining of Dickens’ classic. Featuring company artist Ian Merrill Peakes as Scrooge, this festive ghost story blends original songs and traditional English carols with the timeless tale of redemption and transformation. A Christmas Carol is a must-see for the whole family this winter, full of humor, heart, and holiday magic.
By Robert Harling
Directed by Abigail Adams
January 14 - February 15
The reigning ladies of a small Louisiana parish spend Saturday mornings at Truvy Jones' beauty parlor. With help from aspiring beautician Annelle, Truvy doles out gossip, wisecracks, and hairspray to "grande dame" Miss Clairee, the lovable curmudgeon Ouiser, queen bee M'Lynn, and M'Lynn's vivacious daughter Shelby. Six unforgettable women command the stage in this hilarious and heart-wrenching masterpiece, starring People’s Light icons Janis Dardaris, Claire Inie-Richards, Teri Lamm, Susan McKey, and Marcia Saunders, under the direction of Abigail Adams.
Adapted by Andrew Watring from William Shakespeare
Directed by Andrew Watring
February 25 - March 29
A shipwreck, mistaken identities, and tangled desires set the stage for a brand-new spin on Shakespeare’s sharp and subversive comedy. Andrew Watring’s directorial debut at People’s Light sets our scene in a luxurious resort, a modern playground for the upper crust. After Viola washes ashore and disguises herself as her twin brother to navigate this strange new world, she quickly finds herself caught in a dizzying love triangle. As the resort’s eccentric inhabitants start to disrupt the order of things, the servants and the served collide in a riotous, romantic story of revelry and rebellion.
By Suli Holum
Directed by Melissa Crespo
May 6 - 24
Unearth the untold stories of the pioneering women in medicine who led the charge for women’s health and reproductive freedom 150 years ago, in a world premiere with local roots. This original play follows the Women’s Medical College of Pennsylvania class of 1894, a diverse group of students whose experiences draw urgent connections to contemporary struggles against misogyny in healthcare and law. Blending rigorous research with imaginative play, acclaimed theatre-maker Suli Holum (Hurricane Diane) returns to People’s Light to craft and perform in The Woman Question alongside company artist Melanye Finister (A Raisin in the Sun).
The Woman Question has been supported by The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage.
Based on the Music of Fats Waller
Conceived by Richard Maltby Jr. and Murray Horwitz
Directed by Steve H. Broadnax III
July 8 - August 16
Step into the vibrant and swinging world of the Harlem Renaissance in this raucous and joyful musical revue, celebrating the music and spirit of the legendary Fats Waller. The Tony and Grammy Award-winning, jazz-infused score includes Waller’s famous hits like “Honeysuckle Rose” and “I Can’t Give You Anything But Love”. This playful and exuberant tribute to the iconic tunes of the era captures the essence of Manhattan’s nightlife, from the swanky Cotton Club to the lively dives of Lenox Avenue. Directed by Broadway’s Steve H. Broadnax III (A Raisin in the Sun, Bonez), Ain’t Misbehavin’ brings the pulse of an unforgettable musical era to life.
25/26 subscriptions are available now for $240*, or $125 for a Young Professionals Subscription! Season subscriptions include 5 plays: The Unexpected 3rd, Steel Magnolias, Twelfth Night, The Woman Question, and Ain't Misbehavin'.
Subscribers can add A Christmas Carol tickets to their subscription at a discounted price, and gain access to an exclusive Tommy and Me presale (plus 15% off) before tickets are available to the general public. A Philly-favorite special presentation, Tommy and Me sold out its run last season, so don't miss your chance to get in early! Subscribe by May 23, 2025 to get access to the presale, which begins May 27.
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