If you're a theater fan, mark your calendars: there's plenty to do when it comes to stage performances in Philadelphia this week, from a late playwright's memoir to a theatrical debut exploring authoritarian regimes.
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'How I Learned What I Learned'
First, catch a revival of August Wilson's solo show "How I Learned What I Learned," which the late American playwright wrote two years before his death. In this two-hour performance staged by the Arden Theatre Company, actor Kesserack Khemnu will step into the playwright's shoes, exploring Wilson's first jobs, romantic relationships, stint in jail, and experiences with racism and adversity.
When: Friday, March 15, 8 p.m.
Where: Bob and Selma Horan Studio Theatre, 62 N. Second St.
Price: $26 (regularly $52)
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'West Side Story'
In this classic tale, two lovers are caught between two battling gangs in 1950s New York City, rife with racism and violence. Written by playwright Arthur Laurents and first performed in 1957, "West Side Story" has become one of the most successful Broadway musicals of all time.
When: Thursday, March 14, 8 p.m.
Where: Narberth Community Theatre, 6376 City Ave.
Price: $10 (regularly $20)
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'A Good Place Not To Be'
Last but not least, dive into a fantastical new play shining a light on authoritarian regimes. In "A Good Place Not To Be," which combines elements of a full production and a traditional reading, Simone must prove her loyalty to The Company at all costs — encouraging viewers to examine their own relationships with power and systems.
When: Friday, March 15, and Saturday, March 16, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Plays & Players Skinner Studio, 1714 Delancey Place
Price: $5 (regularly $10)
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