Arden Theatre Company

The Arden Theatre Company is a professional theatre operation in Philadelphia with three distinct performance spaces for different types of productions. The facility occupies a converted former post office building that now houses production workshops, rehearsal areas, and an instructional studio alongside the main stages.

The company was established and later became a permanent fixture in Old City's cultural landscape through converting a former postal building into a theatre complex. This transformation allowed for the creation of a center dedicated to contemporary dramatic works and experimental theatre.

The company serves as a meeting point for people interested in contemporary theatre and new dramatic works presented throughout the year. Regular workshops and performances draw both established audiences and those discovering theatre for the first time.

The location is easily walkable and sits within the busy Old City arts district with other cultural venues nearby. Visitors should plan to spend time exploring the multiple levels and areas within the building itself.

A distinctive feature is the Family Usher Network program where children get involved in theatre operations by helping with seating and learning how the venue works from the inside. This hands-on approach gives young people real insight into the mechanics of running a theatre.

Location: Philadelphia

Inception: 1988

Official opening: 1988

Website: http://ardentheatre.org

GPS coordinates: 39.95113,-75.14364

Latest update: December 12, 2025 08:01