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Producing Performances that Inspire and Connect

Venice Island Performing Arts Center hosts dance, theater, concerts and special events while also producing our own original productions. With the support of our nonprofit, these programs highlight talented artists, inspire young audiences and help strengthen the community.

Current Venice Island Productions include, in its fourth year, our Children's Theatre Series continues to grow and provide a Theatrical experience for the young and young at heart. The Shoe Box Short Theatre Festival, held annually in May, allowing artists to present new, short stories, dance and theatrical works. New Musical Series dedicated to allowing Philadelphia Artists room to grow.

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Shoe Box
Short Theatre Festival

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Come see what we’ve unboxed!

May 16th 7 PM - 9 PM

8 SHORT INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCES

SHOWCASING ARTISTIC CREATIVITY!

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Submissions for the featured 2026 New Musical are now closed. Stay tuned for future announcements!

The World Premiere will be November 20 & 21, 2026

Children's Theatre

Our 2026 Show

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Book, Music and Lyrics by

Denver Casado & Betina Hershey​

 

In Partnership with

Brick Door Productions

Our 2026 Show - We are Monsters - was a great success. With a cast of 32 kids, from the Community, it was foot stomping good!

Come back for more information about our 2027 Show - it's already in the planning stages!

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Ways to Give

Supported by our nonprofit, every production by Venice Island Performing Arts Center helps artists shine and brings the community together.

Your Support makes this possible.

Consider making a donation to keep these programs thriving and accessible for all. Thank you.

Venice Island Performing Arts & Recreation Center

7 Lock Street

Philadelphia, PA 19127

Tel: 215-685-3583

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