Announcing our 2025 - 2026 Season!

Two of Philadelphia’s most daring and community-driven theater companies, Azuka Theatre and Simpatico Theatre, announce a landmark partnership: a collaborative season of new plays that explores urgent themes and highlights the city’s vibrant artistic voices.

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1 Pound 4 Ounces

written & performed by **Khalil Munir**
directed by **Amina Robinson**
World Premiere | **October 22 - November 2, 2025**
Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake
Through a tour-de-force tap performance, live music, and impassioned storytelling, Khalil shares his true tale of growing up and beating the odds in Philadelphia. This triumphant story of hope reveals the transformative power of art to change lives.

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Class C

by **Chaz T. Martin**
World Premiere | **May 7 - 24, 2026**
Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake
Set in a future where American citizens face government-assigned classifications, Martin’s new play is a thrilling story of identity, loyalty, and survival. A Homeland Security agent goes off the grid, seeking the help of the elusive Mr. Warren, but instead finds his charming wife, Allie. When a violent interruption thrusts their polite interrogations into hyper speed, both realize they're in more danger than they thought. Old party lines and identity politics collide in a suspenseful tale that challenges who we can—or should—trust.

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Pay What You Decide or Quick Pay Now

For a 10th season, we’re continuing to offer Pay What You Decide ticketing for all performances!
New this season, we’re offering two Quick Pay Now options! If you want to make a payment up front, you have 2 options to do so! The power to choose is still yours and we appreciate and welcome you no matter what you can pay.

Please consider making a donation

Ticket income covers roughly 25% of our production costs with the rest coming from the incredible support of foundations, businesses and individual supporters. If you are able, consider including a donation of any amount (fully tax-deductible!) with your season package and help us continue developing new plays, expanding the artistic vision of our productions, and strengthening the entire Azuka organization.

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