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Merriam Theater University of the Arts

250 S Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 732-1366
broadwayacrossamerica.com

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Box office: Mon-Sat 10am-5:30pm  
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The home stage for the University of the Arts, the Merriam also plays host to Broadway shows and the PA Ballet. It's been a Philly institution since 1918, when it opened as the Shubert Theater. Parking is available around the theater and in various garages within walking distance.
Posted by gocitykids on May 31, 2007

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All children must have a ticket, regardless of age.
Posted by gocitykids on April 17, 2008

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The University uses the theater for student productions. For years the Ballet has leased out the space, though that's set to change when the Regional Performing Arts Center opens down the street.
Posted by Citysearch on April 03, 2008

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In Short The Merriam has been a Philly institution since 1918, when it opened as the Shubert Theater. Many a famous face has graced the stage over the years, including Ethel Merman and Laurence Olivier. In 1971, the University of the Arts purchased the almost-1,700 seat theater. A decade later, a big renovation project brought back much of the majestic theater's glory, including refurbished ... more
Posted by Citysearch on April 03, 2008, (Edited November 25, 2006)

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The Merriam, belonging to the newly rejuvenated University of the Arts, hosts many of Broadway's top touring shows such as Chicago and Thoroughly Modern Millie , in addition to popular artists like Patti LaBelle and Barbara Cook. The Merriam is an ornate turn-of-the-20th-century hall with 1,668 seats. The theater is renovated to some degree for uses never foreseen during the vaudeville era.
Posted by frommers on April 05, 2007
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