Philadelphia Shows in May 2027

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Updated: September 10, 2026
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Browse 97 shows happening across Philadelphia during May 2027. The next scheduled performance takes place at Academy Of Music - PA on May 1, 2027. Explore theatre productions, comedy shows, Broadway tours, and more live performances throughout the month.

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Come From Away
May 1 · 2:00 PM · Philadelphia, PA
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Updated Daily • Upcoming Shows: 97
  • May
    01
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Come From Away
    Walnut Street Theatre • 1,054 seats
    Walnut Street Theatre
    location19107, 825 Walnut Street  Philadelphia, PAlocation19107, 825 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $35Avg. price ~ $202Tickets Available: 573
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  • May
    01
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Sat
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Philadelphia Ballet: Don Quixote
    Philadelphia Ballet: Don Quixote
    Academy Of Music - PA • 2,509 seats
    Academy Of Music - PA
    location19102, 240 S. Broad Street  Philadelphia, PAlocation19102, 240 S. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $43Avg. price ~ $318Tickets Available: 126
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  • May
    01
    2027
    2:30 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Same Time, Next Year
    Walnut Street Independence Studio 3
    Walnut Street Independence Studio 3
    location19107, 825 Walnut Street  Philadelphia, PAlocation19107, 825 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $53Avg. price ~ $61Tickets Remaining: 2
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  • May
    01
    2027
    7:00 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    God of Carnage
    Plays & Players Theatre
    Plays & Players Theatre
    location19103, 1714 Delancey Place  Philadelphia, PAlocation19103, 1714 Delancey Place Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $59Avg. price ~ $79Tickets Available: 72
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  • May
    01
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Philadelphia Ballet: Don Quixote
    Philadelphia Ballet: Don Quixote
    Academy Of Music - PA • 2,509 seats
    Academy Of Music - PA
    location19102, 240 S. Broad Street  Philadelphia, PAlocation19102, 240 S. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $58Avg. price ~ $395Tickets Available: 116
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  • May
    01
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Same Time, Next Year
    Walnut Street Independence Studio 3
    Walnut Street Independence Studio 3
    location19107, 825 Walnut Street  Philadelphia, PAlocation19107, 825 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $53Avg. price ~ $62Tickets Remaining: 2
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  • May
    01
    2027
    8:00 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Come From Away
    Walnut Street Theatre • 1,054 seats
    Walnut Street Theatre
    location19107, 825 Walnut Street  Philadelphia, PAlocation19107, 825 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $45Avg. price ~ $207Tickets Available: 1170
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  • May
    02
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Philadelphia Ballet: Don Quixote
    Philadelphia Ballet: Don Quixote
    Academy Of Music - PA • 2,509 seats
    Academy Of Music - PA
    location19102, 240 S. Broad Street  Philadelphia, PAlocation19102, 240 S. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $41Avg. price ~ $352Tickets Available: 125
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  • May
    02
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Pelleas Et Melisande
    Perelman Theater at The Kimmel Center
    Perelman Theater at The Kimmel Center
    location19102, 300 S Broad St  Philadelphia, PAlocation19102, 300 S Broad St Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $38Avg. price ~ $55Tickets Remaining: 12
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  • May
    02
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Come From Away
    Walnut Street Theatre • 1,054 seats
    Walnut Street Theatre
    location19107, 825 Walnut Street  Philadelphia, PAlocation19107, 825 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $65Avg. price ~ $212Tickets Available: 776
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  • May
    02
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    God of Carnage
    Plays & Players Theatre
    Plays & Players Theatre
    location19103, 1714 Delancey Place  Philadelphia, PAlocation19103, 1714 Delancey Place Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $59Avg. price ~ $82Tickets Available: 57
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  • May
    04
    2027
    7:00 PM
    Tue
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    God of Carnage
    Plays & Players Theatre
    Plays & Players Theatre
    location19103, 1714 Delancey Place  Philadelphia, PAlocation19103, 1714 Delancey Place Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $59Avg. price ~ $68Tickets Available: 54
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  • May
    04
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Tue
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Come From Away
    Walnut Street Theatre • 1,054 seats
    Walnut Street Theatre
    location19107, 825 Walnut Street  Philadelphia, PAlocation19107, 825 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $151Avg. price ~ $621Tickets Available: 54
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  • May
    05
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Wed
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Come From Away
    Walnut Street Theatre • 1,054 seats
    Walnut Street Theatre
    location19107, 825 Walnut Street  Philadelphia, PAlocation19107, 825 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $47Avg. price ~ $209Tickets Available: 615
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  • May
    05
    2027
    7:00 PM
    Wed
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    God of Carnage
    Plays & Players Theatre
    Plays & Players Theatre
    location19103, 1714 Delancey Place  Philadelphia, PAlocation19103, 1714 Delancey Place Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $80Avg. price ~ $92Tickets Remaining: 11
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  • May
    05
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Come From Away
    Walnut Street Theatre • 1,054 seats
    Walnut Street Theatre
    location19107, 825 Walnut Street  Philadelphia, PAlocation19107, 825 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $46Avg. price ~ $208Tickets Available: 1204
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  • May
    06
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Thu
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Come From Away
    Walnut Street Theatre • 1,054 seats
    Walnut Street Theatre
    location19107, 825 Walnut Street  Philadelphia, PAlocation19107, 825 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $46Avg. price ~ $212Tickets Available: 532
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  • May
    06
    2027
    2:30 PM
    Thu
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Same Time, Next Year
    Walnut Street Independence Studio 3
    Walnut Street Independence Studio 3
    location19107, 825 Walnut Street  Philadelphia, PAlocation19107, 825 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $56Avg. price ~ $64Tickets Remaining: 2
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  • May
    06
    2027
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Same Time, Next Year
    Walnut Street Independence Studio 3
    Walnut Street Independence Studio 3
    location19107, 825 Walnut Street  Philadelphia, PAlocation19107, 825 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $53Avg. price ~ $61Tickets Remaining: 2
    View Tickets
  • May
    06
    2027
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    God of Carnage
    Plays & Players Theatre
    Plays & Players Theatre
    location19103, 1714 Delancey Place  Philadelphia, PAlocation19103, 1714 Delancey Place Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $74Avg. price ~ $86Tickets Available: 64
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  • May
    06
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Come From Away
    Walnut Street Theatre • 1,054 seats
    Walnut Street Theatre
    location19107, 825 Walnut Street  Philadelphia, PAlocation19107, 825 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $45Avg. price ~ $215Tickets Available: 790
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  • May
    07
    2027
    11:00 AM
    Fri
    BALLET
    High Demand
    Philadelphia Ballet: Don Quixote
    Philadelphia Ballet: Don Quixote
    Academy Of Music - PA • 2,509 seats
    Academy Of Music - PA
    location19102, 240 S. Broad Street  Philadelphia, PAlocation19102, 240 S. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $273Avg. price ~ $653Tickets Available: 69
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  • May
    07
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Come From Away
    Walnut Street Theatre • 1,054 seats
    Walnut Street Theatre
    location19107, 825 Walnut Street  Philadelphia, PAlocation19107, 825 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $46Avg. price ~ $215Tickets Available: 924
    View Tickets
  • May
    07
    2027
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    God of Carnage
    Plays & Players Theatre
    Plays & Players Theatre
    location19103, 1714 Delancey Place  Philadelphia, PAlocation19103, 1714 Delancey Place Philadelphia, PA, US
    From $63Avg. price ~ $83Tickets Available: 69
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Academy Of Music - PA
Philadelphia, PA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows: 8
Next Show: May 01, 2027
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Perelman Theater at The Kimmel Center
Philadelphia, PA
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 2
Next Show: May 02, 2027
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Plays & Players Theatre
Philadelphia, PA
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 21
Next Show: May 01, 2027
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The Media Theatre
Media, PA
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 1
Next Show: May 30, 2027
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Walnut Street Independence Studio 3
Philadelphia, PA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows: 14
Next Show: May 01, 2027
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Walnut Street Theatre
Philadelphia, PA
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 48
Next Show: May 01, 2027
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Zellerbach Theater at Annenberg Center
Philadelphia, PA
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 4
Next Show: May 07, 2027
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About Philadelphia Shows in May

Spring brings 97 shows to Philadelphia during May 2027. The next scheduled performance takes place at Academy Of Music - PA on May 1, 2027. Explore theatre productions, Broadway tours, comedy shows, family entertainment, and live stage performances across the city.

May Shows FAQ

Common questions about shows during May 2027.

What shows are happening in Philadelphia during May 2027?

Browse 97 upcoming theatre performances, Broadway productions, comedy shows, family entertainment, dance performances, musicals, and live stage events taking place throughout Philadelphia.

When is the next scheduled show?

The next scheduled performance takes place at Academy Of Music - PA on May 1, 2027. Browse the complete schedule to discover additional upcoming shows throughout the month.

How much do show tickets cost?

Show tickets currently start at $35. Prices vary by production, venue, seating location, ticket demand, and availability.

Which venues host the most shows?

Major theatres, performing arts centers, comedy clubs, casinos, and entertainment venues throughout Philadelphia regularly host Broadway tours, theatre productions, comedy performances, family shows, and other live entertainment.

Are family-friendly shows available during May?

Yes. Many venues present family entertainment, children's productions, magic shows, seasonal attractions, and other live performances suitable for all ages.

Where can I buy tickets for shows?

Tickets may be available through venues, promoters, official ticketing providers, and authorized ticket marketplaces. Compare available ticket options before purchasing.

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