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Great Gifts for Performing Arts Lovers

May 3, 2024

The season of giving is here and that means you are probably looking for gifts for the holidays. Stumped on finding what to get your loved one who is a performing arts enthusiast? We are here to help! Give the gift of experience with tickets to a performance presented by Ensemble Arts Philly and make unforgettable memories with those you love. With everything from Broadway to The Philadelphia Orchestra, jazz, rock, comedy, and family-friendly events - you can find something for everyone on your list! 

 

Need some tips on what to get? Here’s our top gift choices to get you started: 

Charles Erickson

1. Our Broadway season has amazing picks for a night out at the theater with a play or musical! With choices like Ain’t Too Proud, Mrs. Doubtfire, Hadestown, Mamma Mia! and so many more, you are sure to find a show that your loved one will adore. Want to go the extra mile? Our Create Your Own Broadway Package lets you select three or more shows all at once at a discounted price. 

Margo Reed

2. Is classical music more your loved one's style? Look no further than your GRAMMY®-winning Philadelphia Orchestra for a wide variety of upcoming concerts to choose from! Hear acclaimed classics, world premieres, and more during their 2023-24 season. Save money when you buy a subscription package, too! 

Gabriela Gabrielaa

3. Our Jazz Series offers a similarly creative package for the jazz fanatic in your life! Purchase two or more shows and save on the tickets in our Choose Your Own Jazz Package. With shows like Samara Joy, Emmet Cohen Trio, and Terence Blanchard: Fire Shut Up in My Bones, our stages are heating up the Philly jazz scene! 

4. Is someone in your life into either rock or pop music? Well, there are a ton of wonderful rock and pop musical performances, including Sting with The Philadelphia Orchestra, Andres Cepeda: Tengo Ganas Tour, and RAIN: A Tribute to the Beatles. These fun performances are sure to make your loved one’s favorite albums come to life on stage. 

Matthew Murphy

5. Looking for fun for the entire family? Grab tickets to one of the delightful family-friendly events coming this season as a part of our Family Discovery Series, like the stunning season spectacle that is Cirque Dreams Holidaze, the educational journey of The Philadelphia Orchestra’s The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra, or even the Broadway adaption of a hit film with Disney’s Frozen. Want to take your family to more than one? If you purchase two or more shows as a part of our Choose Your Own Package, you could save up to $12 per show! 

6. We have you covered with one-night-only events! Come see hilarious, laugh-out-loud comedy experiences from well renown comedians like David Spade, Brad Williams, Chris D’elia, Vir Das, Anthony Jeselnik, and Kevin Fredrick! 

7. Maybe dance is what they prefer? See the moves of incredible companies this season, including Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater,  PHILADANCO! Intangible Influence and PHILADANCO! …… Director’s Choice Philadelphia Ballet’s Dance Masterpieces, and Chloè Arnold’s Syncopated Ladies: LIVE!. 
 

 

8. Do you know that your loved one would enjoy a show, but not sure which show to pick? Leave the decision up to them by gifting a Gift Certificate! This versatile gift can be used toward any show at our venues, including Resident Companies like the Philadelphia Ballet, Opera Philadelphia, The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, Philadelphia Chamber Music Society, and the Curtis Institute of Music.

 

And the best part - gift certificates never expire! Maybe your loved one will use it to buy 2 tickets and take YOU with them. Now that’s a win for everyone! 

 

With many great events and performances happening this season, you are sure to find the perfect present. Express your gratitude and share the holiday cheer with your loved ones this season. Buy your tickets or gift certificate today and check our full lineup of events all season long.