Spring Digital Season
Arden Cabaret Series
Featuring Joilet Harris and Mary Martello
May 31-June 13, 2021
Acclaimed Philadelphia artists Joilet Harris (CAROLINE, OR CHANGE) and Mary Martello (GYSPY) team up for an evening of show-stopping, memorable tunes that span the American songbook. These award-winning performers will present a cabaret that explores some of their favorite songs and memories from their illustrious careers performing in Philadelphia and beyond.
NO CHILD…
By Nilaja Sun
April 27-May 9, 2021
Diving into the overlooked world of a teaching artist, NO CHILD follows playwright Nilaja Sun as she struggles to lead a class in a city public school. This one-person, award-winning show holds nothing back, as Sun challenges the American education system and defends the need for enhanced arts programming for young people. Featuring a tour-de-force performance by Taysha Marie Canales and directed by Justin Jain.
74 SECONDS…TO JUDGMENT: A Radio Play
By Kash Goins
March 15-28, 2021
A jury of 6 has been deadlocked for over a week – struggling to decide what is ‘justifiable homicide’- in this powerful play by Philadelphia playwright Kash Goins. Originally produced by the Arden in 2019, Goins and director Amina Robinson reunite to create a new radio drama version of this timely and provocative play.
Arden Cabaret Series
Featuring Robi Hager
April 5-18, 2021
Robi Hager has quickly become an Arden favorite, having been featured in productions such as NEXT TO NORMAL, FUN HOME and RAGTIME. A Broadway veteran (who appeared in the original production SPRING AWAKENING) and accomplished composer/lyricist (BASIC WITCHES), Robi will create a new cabaret exploring his musical talents and showcasing his original music.