Romeo and Juliet - Philadelphia Event
Romeo and Juliet
CURRENT
Romeo and Juliet
Thu, Apr 30
Kimmel Center
Rittenhouse
Experience this reinterpretation of Shakespeare’s ubiquitous tale of star-crossed lovers, set to the renowned score of Sergei Prokofiev. Reimagined by Philadelphia Ballet’s Resident Choreographer Juliano Nunes, Romeo and Juliet follows the story of two young lovers from feuding families whose intense passion leads to their untimely tragic end.
Description
Experience this reinterpretation of Shakespeare’s ubiquitous tale of star-crossed lovers, set to the renowned score of Sergei Prokofiev. Reimagined by Philadelphia Ballet’s Resident Choreographer Juliano Nunes, Romeo and Juliet follows the story of two young lovers from feuding families whose intense passion leads to their untimely tragic end.
Tags
In the Neighborhood
More at Kimmel Center
Directions
More at Kimmel Center
- 2025-12-31📍 Rittenhouse
New Year’s Eve Celebration
A red carpet-ready sendoff for 2025! Musical fireworks light up your New Year's Eve celebration when "Hollywood's go-to conductor" ( Billboard ) leads spectacular music from classic film scores. Guest conductor Anthony Parnther is famed for his soaring readings of hit movie scores including the Oscar-winning score for Oppenheimer , GRAMMY-winning Encanto , Emmy-winning The Mandalorian , and many more. The New York Times dubbed Parnther “A conductor for the future at home with Black Panther and Prokofiev.” Join this dynamic music-maker and the GRAMMY-winning Philadelphia Orchestra in a goosebump-inducing performance of great music from such iconic films as Sunset Boulevard, Psycho, Citizen Kane, The Wizard of Oz, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, and more. Enjoy a complimentary champagne toast, grab a selfie on the red carpet, and add this celebration to your best memories of 2025. - 2026-01-02📍 Rittenhouse
Disney’s Fantasia in Concert
Disney’s Fantasia was a stroke of brilliance in 1940, marrying symphonic music and animation in a way that was revolutionary to both mediums. Now, experience this groundbreaking animated classic like you never have before with The Philadelphia Orchestra performing beloved repertoire from Fantasia (1940) and its sequel Fantasia 2000, including The Sorcerer’s Apprentice and Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, live to film. Enjoy the iconic moments of your childhood and ignite the imaginations of a new generation this January. - 2026-01-04📍 Rittenhouse
Dover Quartet
Sold out. To join the waitlist, contact the Philadelphia Chamber Music Society at boxoffice@pcmsconcerts.org or 215-569-8080. Praised for their “utterly unified” ensemble artistry ( EarRelevant ), the two-time GRAMMY-nominated Dover Quartet returns to PCMS with a program that explores the heart of the American story. The afternoon highlights Chickasaw composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate’s inventive interpretations of Native American folk music and the clans of the Eastern Woodlands People. The performance also features Jessie Montgomery’s soulful arrangement of Strum and Dvořák’s spirited American Quartet. Pre-Concert Talk with Rollo Dilworth in Comcast Circle, 1:45 pm - 2026-01-06📍 Rittenhouse
Emanuel Ax, piano
Sold out. To join the waitlist, contact the Philadelphia Chamber Music Society at boxoffice@pcmsconcerts.org or 215-569-8080. Seven-time GRAMMY Award-winning pianist Emanuel Ax is revered for his poetic temperament, deeply-felt interpretations, and the unsurpassed virtuosity of his playing. Whether performing a timeless sonata or premiering a new work, his artistry reflects a profound love for music and its ability to inspire. As the New York Times declares, Ax’s performances are “never less than spellbinding.” Pre-Concert Talk: On Musical Fantasy with Jeffrey Kallberg in Comcast Circle, 6:30 pm - 2026-01-06📍 Rittenhouse
Suffs
BEHIND EVERY POWERFUL WOMAN… ARE MORE POWERFUL WOMEN. Direct from Broadway, comes the acclaimed Tony Award®-winning musical Suffs about the brilliant, passionate, and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote. Created by Shaina Taub, the first woman to ever independently win Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Score in the same season, this “thrilling, inspiring and dazzlingly entertaining” (Variety) new musical boldly explores the triumphs and failures of a struggle for equality that’s far from over. Winner of the Outer Critics’ Circle Award for Best New Musical. Celebrating the Nation’s 250 th
Every Thursday in Philly
Recurring weekly events happening every Thursday
2025-12-25📍 Northern LibertiesCoffee, Conversation and Community at Trunc
Weekly gathering celebrating veterans and seniors with coffee, conversation, and 10% off all day every Thursday at Trunc in Northern Liberties.
2025-12-25📍 HawthorneJazz at the Lodge by Two Robbers
Enjoy live jazz every Thursday night at Two Robbers Lodge. Grab a drink, relax, and soak in the smooth sounds from 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Upcoming Community Submissions
Events shared by the Philly community
Queen Village
Island of Misfit Toys
Today • 7:00 p.m.
#Holidays#Pride+3
Passyunk Square
Christmas Eve Last Minute Shopping & Sipping
Today • 12:00 p.m.
#Holidays#NomNomSlurp+1
Northern Liberties
Only Hans
This Saturday • 7:00 p.m.
#Holidays#NomNomSlurp+1
Fishtown - Lower Kensington
The Holiday Jawn
This Saturday • 5:00 p.m.
#Holidays#NomNomSlurp+2
Old City
The Early Bird Rooftop Club Party
This Saturday • 7:00 p.m.
#NomNomSlurp#Music
Philadelphia
Eagles @ Bills
This Sunday • 4:25 p.m.
#Birds#Family+2
Cobbs Creek
Latino Outdoors Hiking Juntos
This Sunday • 12:00 p.m.
#Fitness#Outdoors
Old City
Marty Supreme BYOB
This Tuesday • 7:30 p.m.
#NomNomSlurp#Arts
Queen Village
TMOMS New Years Eve
Wednesday, December 31 • 12:00 p.m.
#Holidays
Fishtown - Lower Kensington
NYE @ LMNO
Wednesday, December 31 • 7:00 p.m.
#Holidays#NomNomSlurp+1
Hawthorne
New Years Eve at Two Robbers Lodge
Wednesday, December 31 • 4:00 p.m.
#Holidays#NomNomSlurp+1
Rittenhouse
NYE at Continental Midtown
Wednesday, December 31 • 9:00 p.m.
#Holidays#NomNomSlurp+1
Washington Square West
NYE @ Tradesman's PHL
Wednesday, December 31 • 9:00 p.m.
#Holidays#NomNomSlurp+1
Old City
NYE @ The Plough
Wednesday, December 31 • 12:00 p.m.
#Holidays#NomNomSlurp+1
Old City
NYE Reimagined
Wednesday, December 31 • 9:00 p.m.
#Holidays#Markets+1
Chestnut Hill
2026 Threshold—A Communal Manifestation Rite
Thursday, January 1 • 1:00 p.m.
#Holidays
Queen Village
TMOMS New Years Day
Thursday, January 1 • 12:00 p.m.
#Holidays
Philadelphia
Commanders @ Eagles
Sunday, January 4
#Birds#Family+2
University City
Philly Arts & Vendor Market
Sunday, January 4 • 1:00 p.m.
#Markets#Arts
Rittenhouse
Moving Mandala – Ecstatic, Dance Journey - 2026 Rising
Friday, January 9 • 8:00 p.m.
#Music
Fishtown - Lower Kensington
Fishtown Tree Cycling
Saturday, January 10 • 10:00 a.m.
#Holidays#Family+1
Manayunk
Will Keenan's One Man Poe
Sunday, January 11
#Holidays#Theatre +1