Upcoming Kimmel Center Shows: March & April

The Kimmel Center of Performing Arts has proven time and time again that their showcasing talents and productions are unmatched. Come to see the magic of the these upcoming performance in March and April unfold right before your eyes. The mesmerizing shows make for the perfect family friendly functions, date nights, or self-love time. Choose from shows that run the gamut of musicals, ballets, tributes, and more!  

Shen Yun 2018

March 1 – 11 | 2:00 pm, 7:30 pm, 1:00 pm, 6:00 pm

Merriam Theater

Travel back through 5,000 years for an enlightening journey! Prepare to be immersed into a story beyond our visible world. The traditional Chinese culture is represented in a profound way through classical Chinese dance and scenographical effects. Shen Yun opens the portal to civilization of beauty and enlightenment in the way that you haven’t seen before. This a unique artistic display will truly take your breath away.

 

Swan Lake

March 8 – 18 | 2:00 pm, 7:30 pm, 8:00 pm

Academy Of Music

The traditional Swan Lake production stands alone in the history of ballet as a masterpiece of choreography and music. It fills audience members with emotion. Witness the grace, artistry, and beauty juxtapose “the evil Von Rothbart presiding over his flock of maiden swans in a dark, lakeside glen.” And find out if love can conquer all in the truly elegant story that is Swan Lake.

 

This Is Us Star Chrissy Metz

Monday, March 26 | 8:00 pm

Perelman Theater

This Spring, join This Is Us star Chrissy Metz for an evening of honest conversation on topics about life lessons. It’s an intimate space for real advice, tough love, and moments of “are-you-kidding-me, I-wish-I-was” laughter. Join Chrissy to hear of her life’s struggles and triumphs. Television’s favorite sister invites you into her journey of self-acceptance and to root for the life we all want and deserve.

* Each ticket includes an advance copy of Chrissy Metz’s new memoir, This Is Me: Loving the Person You Are Today (a $26.99 value).

 

School of Rock

March 27 – April 1 | 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 7:30 pm, 8:00 pm

Academy Of Music

Watch the hit film unfold before your eyes in this amazing Broadway adaptation. The hilarious musical is a New York Times Critics’ Pick and declared “an inspiring jolt of energy, joy and mad skillz!” by Entertainment Weekly. The story follows Dewey Finn, a wannabe rock star posing as a substitute teacher, who turns a class of honor students into rockstars. Come to enjoy the guitar-shredding, bass-slapping, mind-blowing rock ‘n roll. This high energy performance features 14 new songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber, and all the original songs from the movie.

 

Patti LaBelle

Thursday, April 5 | 8:00 pm

Academy Of Music

One of Philadelphia’s music legend is coming to the Kimmel Center Stage to share her soulful voice and popular repertoire. Patti Labelle is known for her grace, style, and class. The local native captured her first hit in 1962, as a lead singer for The BlueBells. She later went on to pursue a solo career, creating timeless songs that have cemented her place as a music icon and garnered her numerous honors. Come to experience Patti’s incomparable stage presence and force!

 

Jerry Seinfeld

Saturday, April 7 | 7:00 pm, 9:30 pm

Academy Of Music

One of America’s premier comedians, Jerry Seinfeld is bringing his signature stand-up routine to the Kimmel Center. Seinfeld has been hailed for his uncanny ability to joke about the trivial things in life that just about anyone can relate to. Seinfeld now sets his sights on performing both nationally and internationally in 2018. Join Seinfeld in a night of knee slapping, tear jerking comedy!

 

On Your Feet

April 10 – 15 | 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm,  6:30 pm, 7:30 pm, 8:00 pm

Academy Of Music

There will never be a moment where you won’t want to get on your feet while watching this upbeat musical. Take a journey behind the music and inside the real story of this record-making and groundbreaking couple Emilio and Gloria Estefan, who always find a way to overcome adversity. Directed by two-time Tony Award® winner Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots), with choreography by Olivier Award winner Sergio Trujillo (Jersey Boys), this production has it all. It features some of the most iconic songs of the past quarter-century — and one of the most inspiring stories in music history. It’s a feel good story that you won’t want to miss!

 

The Sound of Music

April 24 – 29 | 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 6:30 pm, 7:30 pm, 8:00 pm

Merriam Theater

“The hills are alive…” at the Kimmel Center of Performing Arts! A brand new production of this classic story is coming to Philadelphia. The spirited, romantic and beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family will once again thrill audiences with its Tony®, Grammy® and Academy Award® winning Best Score, including “My Favorite Things,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” and the title song. Experience the musical like never before!

 

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