Venice Island Performing Arts Recreation Center

Venice Island Performing Arts Recreation Center Venice Island Performing Arts Recreation Center, is a non-profit 250 seat theatre located in Manayunk and is a Philadelphia Recreation Center site.

215.685.3583

Spray Park Hours Starting July 6th, 2021
Monday - Friday 10 AM - 7 PM
Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays 12 PM - 5 PM

Venice Island’s New Musical Series is bringing a brand-new musical to the stage, and we’re looking for talented performe...
08/21/2026

Venice Island’s New Musical Series is bringing a brand-new musical to the stage, and we’re looking for talented performers to help bring it to life!

Auditions: August 25th
Time: 3:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Self Tape Deadline August 25th 9:30 PM

Call Backs
Thursday, August 27th
6:00-9:00 PM
IN PERSON for all

Rehearsals
Tuesdays & Thursdays
6:00-9:00 PM
Starting
Tuesday Sept. 8th

Tech Week
November 12th-19th

Audition details & registration: veniceisland.org

So, we at Venice Island know who is in charge here! It's our Silent Book Club members. 🤣🥰By POPULAR demand, there will b...
08/19/2026

So, we at Venice Island know who is in charge here! It's our Silent Book Club members. 🤣🥰

By POPULAR demand, there will be a Silent Book Club tomorrow!!!

Thanks all for pushing us to schedule this! Now, WHAT ARE YOU READING??????

To every artist who submitted work to our 2026 New Musical Series...Your stories, your music and your creativity are wha...
08/17/2026

To every artist who submitted work to our 2026 New Musical Series...

Your stories, your music and your creativity are what make this Series possible.

While only one project can be selected each year, every submission reinforces why we created this program: to champion new musicals and support artists as they develop bold new work.

We're already looking forward to the 2027 submission season.

Keep creating.
Keep writing.
Keep dreaming.

As the producer of the New Musical Series, Venice Island Performing Arts Center is committed to creating a professional ...
08/11/2026

As the producer of the New Musical Series, Venice Island Performing Arts Center is committed to creating a professional environment where new musicals can grow from idea to performance.

We are looking for the following character types:

Maryanne - 30's, controlled, seemingly put together
Tracy - 30's-40's, sophisticated, Upper East Side Manhattanite
Dani - 30's, down-to-earth
Heidi - 18-20, sweet, self-protective
Vogel - 18-20, well spoken, sensitive
Jerry - 50's-60's, brash, volatile, good hearted
Sue - 50's-60's, protective, quick-tempered, kind

For show information, Characters, sides, audition requirements and sign up please visit veniceisland.org/newmusicalseries. If audition slots are filled, please send a self-tape or send an email to Kelly at [email protected] to be placed on the waitlist.

Venice Island is also looking for a Scenic Designer and a Musical Director for this project. Please email Kelly at [email protected] to submit resume or portfolio, and for more information.

What happens when a buttoned-up restaurant hostess, an Ivy League–bound dishwasher, a wildly hotheaded cook in recovery ...
08/10/2026

What happens when a buttoned-up restaurant hostess, an Ivy League–bound dishwasher, a wildly hotheaded cook in recovery and his angry longtime girlfriend, the ghost of a wealthy Manhattanite, and a Subaru salesperson find themselves in various states of unrequited love—together in a broken-down apartment on one transformative night?

A romantic comedy about the seductive pull of the past and the soaring possibilities that open up when we are brave enough to let go, "You Are Mine" is an original musical by playwright and television writer Susan Cinoman, featuring the gorgeous, soulful, rock-infused music of acclaimed singer-songwriter Maia Sharp.

This collaboration is exactly what the Series was created to support. We're excited to begin sharing its journey with you.

Susan Cinoman
Maia Sharp

Something new is coming to Venice Island Performing Arts Center.Our New Musical Series was created to champion bold new ...
08/08/2026

Something new is coming to Venice Island Performing Arts Center.

Our New Musical Series was created to champion bold new musicals by artists with ties to Philadelphia—providing space for artists to dream big, refine their craft and develop new work.

We can't wait to share the selection with you.


Over the coming weeks, we'll introduce the story, the artists and the journey behind this exciting new musical.

Stay tuned.

08/06/2026

Join Miss Molly, this Monday, as the Lil’ Troubadours celebrate SUMMER!!

With Miss Molly, children are introduced to new instruments in person while singing age-appropriate folk songs, playful pop/rock favorites, and beloved children’s music—all in a welcoming, creative environment.

Children’s instruments are provided for every participant—just bring curiosity and imagination!

$10/class (full session) | $15 drop-in (if space allows)
Register now: tinyurl.com/MissMollyRegistration

07/24/2026

Join Miss Molly, this Monday, as the Lil’ Troubadours visit the music of the Ocean!

With Miss Molly, children are introduced to new instruments in person while singing age-appropriate folk songs, playful pop/rock favorites, and beloved children’s music—all in a welcoming, creative environment.

Children’s instruments are provided for every participant—just bring curiosity and imagination!

$10/class (full session) | $15 drop-in (if space allows)
Register now: tinyurl.com/MissMollyRegistration

Address

7 Lock Street
Philadelphia, PA
19127

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 8pm
Tuesday 12pm - 8pm
Wednesday 12pm - 8pm
Thursday 12pm - 9pm
Friday 12pm - 8pm

Telephone

+12156853583

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