Elizabeth Willing Powel was at the center of political and social activity in Philadelphia throughout the late eighteenth century. Elizabeth Willing Powel and her husband Samuel, a vestryman of Christ Church and Mayor of the city of Philadelphia, were at the center of political and social activity in Philadelphia throughout the late eighteenth century. The...
UPDATE: Due to tonight's forecast, we have decided to postpone our Candlelight Concert until Friday, June 24 at 7PM. If you have already purchased tickets and the new date does not work for you, please contact our Associate Director Hannah Opdenaker HERE for a refund. Live at the Burial Ground... the New York...
August & September 2022 Teams may submit play scripts/suggestions to be selected for a One-Act Festival on the Christ Church campus. Scripts will be selected to be presented at the first (and hopefully annual) Neighborhood House Play Festival on Saturday, August 13. From there, audiences will select three plays to be presented in September during...
August & September 2022 Teams may submit play scripts/suggestions to be selected for a One-Act Festival on the Christ Church campus. Scripts will be selected to be presented at the first (and hopefully annual) Neighborhood House Play Festival on Saturday, August 13. From there, audiences will select three plays to be presented in September during...
Pride is everything... Celebrate Pride Month with Ophelia and VinChelle by trying your luck at nine rounds of bingo! Bragging rights and prizes will be awarded at the end of each round. These queens have been slaying the Philly scene for almost seven years now, and they can't wait to share their over-the-top looks and...
RESCHEDULED SHOW & NEW LOCATION: North Garden of Christ Church The New York City Guitar Quartet was formed in 2021 to redefine guitar quartet music for the 21st century. The quartet has commissioned new music from composers such as Sebastian Zel and José Sánchez-Verdu and continues to arrange vibrant music that expands the guitar’s repertoire....
History in 50 minutes. Seven actors share a small platform to recreate the entire American fight for independence using only their bodies, voices, and the audience’s imagination. “The American Revolution” blends imaginative physical theater with history to create an unforgettable, engaging experience.
History in 50 minutes. Seven actors share a small platform to recreate the entire American fight for independence using only their bodies, voices, and the audience’s imagination. “The American Revolution” blends imaginative physical theater with history to create an unforgettable, engaging experience. This special Fourth of July performance is located at the Christ Church Burial...
Jack Zaferes and Friends 2 NIGHTS @ the Neighborhood House July 8 and 9 Two nights of incredible music in Old City Philadelphia! Doors @ 6:30 SHOW @ 7:00 21+ VAX AND ID REQUIRED FOR ENTRY BEER & WINE WILL BE SERVED PAY WHAT YOU WISH! Night 1, July 8 Abi Reimold Curtis Cooper Jack...
Liberté, Egalité, Fraternité... Beardité! Bonjour, amis!! You have been so patient, calmly waiting these past two years to celebrate our 10th Anniversary with us in person. Your love letters and words of praise at the tips of your tongues this whole time… and now, the moment has finally come! Join us on July 14, s'il...
On Saturday, August 13, Christ Church Neighborhood House (CCNH) will present our inaugural short play competition at the Neighborhood House Theater. We asked 4 Philadelphia-based playwrights to submit short works (10-30 minute pieces) with the theme of “revolutionary spirit.” This theme elicited an eclectic mix of creative artists using varied mediums. The top 2 plays...
Experience the Museum of the American Revolution's newest first-person theatrical performance at Historic Christ Church! Meet James Forten explores Forten’s life as a free Black Philadelphian, Revolutionary War privateer, and stalwart abolitionist. Following the live performance, actor Nathan Alford-Tate and Michael Idriss, the Museum's African American Interpretive Fellow, will join Christ Church Director of Public...
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