JOB

by Max Wolf-Friedlich

10/30/2025 – 11/16/2025

2026 Philly GRIT

(NOW ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS)

THE GREAT PRIVATION

by Nia Akilah Robinson

05/29/2026 - 06/21/2026

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2024-25 NOMINATIONS

Outstanding Overall Production of a Play
Glitter in the Glass

Outstanding Direction of a Play
Matt Pfeiffer - Red

Outstanding Supporting Performance in a Play
Kishia Nixon - Glitter in the Glass
Zach Valdez - Red

Outstanding Sound Design
Christopher Colucci - Red

The Philadelphia Award for Social Insight
Glitter in the Glass

Congratulations to our teams for their hard work in bringing these stories to life!

EDUCATION IN EXILE

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SUMMER SESSION

GLITTER, GLASS and GRIT!

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UPCOMING RENTERS IN EXILE:

Renters In Exile
Painting Churches by Tina Howe
Sep 2
Painting Churches by Tina Howe
DACHAU FOR QUEERS
Sep 26
DACHAU FOR QUEERS
P.U.F.F
Oct 1
P.U.F.F

SPECIAL EVENTS:

Red theater curtains closed.

NEWS IN EXILE

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THEATRE EXILE CONCLUDES SEASON WITH PHILADELPHIA PREMIERE PRODUCTION OF R. ERIC THOMAS’ GLITTER IN THE GLASS
THEATRE EXILE CONCLUDES SEASON WITH PHILADELPHIA PREMIERE PRODUCTION OF R. ERIC THOMAS’ GLITTER IN THE GLASS

PHILADELPHIA, PA- May 20, 2025 – South Philadelphia-based theatre company Theatre Exile (1340 South 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147) concludes its adventurous 2024–25 season with the East Coast premiere of Glitter in the Glass, a wildly funny and thought-provoking new play by award-winning writer R. Eric Thomas, directed by Ontaria Kim Wilson. Previews begin May 29 and Glitter in the Glass opens on June 5. Due to popular demand, the production has already been extended through June 22. Tickets are available now at theatreexile.org.

THEATRE EXILE EXPANDS PHILLY GRIT SERIES WITH BOLD 2025 LINEUP
THEATRE EXILE EXPANDS PHILLY GRIT SERIES WITH BOLD 2025 LINEUP

Philadelphia, PA | January 29, 2025 – South Philadelphia-based theater company Theatre Exile (1340 S 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147) is thrilled to announce the return of its Philly GRIT series from February 26 to March 15, bringing audiences a fresh season of provocative, unfiltered performances by Philadelphia-based artists. Following the success of its 2024 inaugural season, Philly GRIT has quickly become a cornerstone of Theatre Exile’s mission to spotlight innovative voices and amplify the resilience, humor, and humanity of the city’s creative community.

Happy Holidays from Theatre Exile
Happy Holidays from Theatre Exile

Dear Friend in Exile:"Passionate, engaging, and innovative." "Intimate and immersive.""Sophisticated and edgy." "A beautiful place where art blooms." That is how audiences describe Theatre Exile. It's a community where folks feel at home and are ready to engage and experience something real.

DONATE HERE: https://www.theatreexile.org/support

WHAT A GREAT WAY TO BE IN EXILE!

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EXILE BLOG

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THEATRE EXILE CONCLUDES SEASON WITH PHILADELPHIA PREMIERE PRODUCTION OF R. ERIC THOMAS’ GLITTER IN THE GLASS
THEATRE EXILE CONCLUDES SEASON WITH PHILADELPHIA PREMIERE PRODUCTION OF R. ERIC THOMAS’ GLITTER IN THE GLASS

PHILADELPHIA, PA- May 20, 2025 – South Philadelphia-based theatre company Theatre Exile (1340 South 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147) concludes its adventurous 2024–25 season with the East Coast premiere of Glitter in the Glass, a wildly funny and thought-provoking new play by award-winning writer R. Eric Thomas, directed by Ontaria Kim Wilson. Previews begin May 29 and Glitter in the Glass opens on June 5. Due to popular demand, the production has already been extended through June 22. Tickets are available now at theatreexile.org.

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THEATRE EXILE EXPANDS PHILLY GRIT SERIES WITH BOLD 2025 LINEUP
THEATRE EXILE EXPANDS PHILLY GRIT SERIES WITH BOLD 2025 LINEUP

Philadelphia, PA | January 29, 2025 – South Philadelphia-based theater company Theatre Exile (1340 S 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147) is thrilled to announce the return of its Philly GRIT series from February 26 to March 15, bringing audiences a fresh season of provocative, unfiltered performances by Philadelphia-based artists. Following the success of its 2024 inaugural season, Philly GRIT has quickly become a cornerstone of Theatre Exile’s mission to spotlight innovative voices and amplify the resilience, humor, and humanity of the city’s creative community.

Read More →
Happy Holidays from Theatre Exile
Happy Holidays from Theatre Exile

Dear Friend in Exile:"Passionate, engaging, and innovative." "Intimate and immersive.""Sophisticated and edgy." "A beautiful place where art blooms." That is how audiences describe Theatre Exile. It's a community where folks feel at home and are ready to engage and experience something real.

DONATE HERE: https://www.theatreexile.org/support

Read More →

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