Quintessence Theatre Announces 16th Season of Epic Classic Theatre

(PHILADELPHIA, PA) — Since 2010, Quintessence Theatre has produced epic works of classic theatre for the contemporary stage at Mt. Airy’s historic Sedgwick Theater. Exploring the theme of “chosen family,” the theatre’s upcoming 16th season presents Wallace Thurman’s Fire!!, Gilbert and Sullivan’s Pirates of Penzance, Shakespeare’s Rare Accidents, and Moliere’s The Hypochondriac.

The four productions offer audiences a World Premiere literary cabaret weaving together dance, live music, and literature from the Harlem Renaissance, a classic comedic operetta, an epic Shakespearean family drama, and a witty new translation of Molière’s final comedy. Patrons can choose from several subscription packages starting at $72, available online now. Sedgwick…