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This Side Up Comedy Improv Troupe

Join us Thursday, March 6th at 5pm for our Thursday Production Class’s performance of The Dog Pound!

New pup, Chance, finds herself in a new place, the dog pound. Hound dog, Geezer, takes Chance under their wing.  With the help of the other pound dogs they teach Chance that the only way out is to get adopted by a human. How does Chance do that? Well, it’s all about personality and being true to yourself. Will Chance get adopted? Treat yourself to the fun.  With an upbeat score containing plenty of solo opportunities, this doggone musical offers great parts for young actors. Learn how to bark on pitch and develop your character.

SANDY RUN MIDDLE SCHOOL (Orchestra Room)
520 Twining Rd, Dresher, PA 19025

Join us Saturday, March 8th at 6:30pm for our Saturday Production Class’s performance of The Dog Pound!

New pup, Chance, finds herself in a new place, the dog pound. Hound dog, Geezer, takes Chance under their wing.  With the help of the other pound dogs they teach Chance that the only way out is to get adopted by a human. How does Chance do that? Well, it’s all about personality and being true to yourself. Will Chance get adopted? Treat yourself to the fun.  With an upbeat score containing plenty of solo opportunities, this doggone musical offers great parts for young actors. Learn how to bark on pitch and develop your character.

MacGuffin Theatre and Film Co
Second Stage (2nd floor-Blue door)
The Adrienne Theatre
2030 Sansom Street, Philadelphia PA
19103

Join us Saturday, March 8th at 7:30pm for our Teen Production Class’s performance!

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Radio Production Class

Under the direction of MacGuffin Artistic Director, John Rea learn the art of acting for the ear. Develop new vocal techniques, create sound effects, and employ music to intrigue and entertain your audiences. Learn to break down language and put character into your voice.  The class will work on the return of Voldemort section (the Maze Challenge) of the JK Rowling book. All actors will play multiple roles.

MacGuffin Theatre and Film Co
The Swing (2nd Floor- Purple Door)
The Adrienne Theatre
2030 Sansom Street, Philadelphia PA
19103

Sunday March 9th, 2025 at 5pm

We bring the best of Broadway to you! Get your toes tapping and a song in your heart. Our show includes songs from & Juliet, Moulin Rouge, Rock of Ages, Jagged Little Pill, Mamma Mia, Beautiful, and more! Join us for the fun!

The Singin’ Bohemians include: Zoe Anderman, Leo Gade, Serena Krouk, Pria Lipkin, Zoe Palmer,

Izzy Ritchie, Izzy Silverman, and Kaya Zibelman.

Held in the Swing, 2nd floor, purple door, 2030 Sansom Street, Philadelphia..

Choreography by Liz Fredette

Directed by John Rea

$5 per person at the door. Open seating.

More information on The Singin’ Bohemians here

Sunday March 9th, 2025 at 6:30pm

Think, feel, and laugh! Let us take your event to a whole new level! The Mechanicals will tickle your funny bone, touch your heart, and inspire you to see the world in a different way.

The Audition – A new theater teacher is bringing a production of A Chorus Line to the high school. Though the hopefuls range from shy to outrageous, and from diva-like to determined, everyone has a chance to step into the spotlight. A hilarious and heartbreaking look at the madness of auditioning and the actors who brave the process for that perfect part.

The Mechanicals include: Alice Allsopp, Ari Eisenstadt, Alice Hayes, Addie Krause,

Olivia McKenna, and Leonor Pheulpin

Special guest performers: Lina Aleti, Ariadne Di Giulio, Sydney Giacobbe,

Olivia Kibler, Ione Spengler, and Isaac Trooskin

Held in the Swing, 2nd floor, purple door, 2030 Sansom Street, Philadelphia..

Directed by Liz Fredette

$5 per person at the door. Open seating.

More information on The Mechanicals here

Session 4 of MacGuffin’s After School Program will begin on Thursday, March 20th at 3pm.

MacGuffin After School Program:

With plenty of parts to go around, including featured roles as well as ensemble parts these productions are sure to get you into the act and having tons of fun. Strengthen your confidence and musical theatre presence. Learn to project your voice, take your dance moves to the next level, and interpret these fantastic musicals as only you can.

Pick-up: MacGuffin teachers will pick up actors at Greenfield Elementary School at 3 PM and walk them 2 blocks to our theatre at the Adrienne (2030 Sansom Street, 2^nd Floor). Parents can pick up their young actor at 5 PM at MacGuffin. They will meet you in the Adrienne Lobby.

March 20 – May 29, 2025 from 3-5:30pm (No after school program during Spring Break April 15 & 17, 2025)
Tuesdays and Thursdays
Tuition: $600
Ages: 2nd – 5th Grade
Directed by Jen Jaynes and John Rea
Choreography by Joey Schulman

Performances on on May 29 at 5:30pm and May 30, 2025 at 7pm at 7pm at MacGuffin Theatre & Film Company

I speak for the trees. Dr. Seuss’s beloved story teaches kids to treat the planet with kindness and stand up and speak up for others. Experience the beauty of the Truffula Trees and the danger of taking our earth for granted in a story that is timely, playful, and hopeful.