Upper Darby School District Performing Arts Center — Attraction in Upper Darby

From the opening well-coordinated sequence to the final snow falling from the ceiling, I and the entire audience were mesmerized by the solos, chorus, dancing, set/design/props/costumes and over-all Broadway worthy talent on stage. Whoever designed the two beloved character's costumes - Olaf and Sven - deserves special recognition, as do the two students acting in their roles. After a while, we all believed the reindeer was real and a special cooling system prevented the snowman from melting.

Rarely does every ensemble in a musical production have an equal number of strong singers and dancers; however the townspeople, castle staff, snow ballerinas, Oaken’s Family, and the Hidden Folk demonstrated amazingly equal talent. I heard the audience gasp when adult Elsa finally accepts who she is by throwing off her blue cape revealing a beautiful sparkling white gown, powerfully singing, Let It Go!

Perhaps, the most touching experience was going outside after the show, being enthusiastically greeted and thanked by the entire cast. Even the box office students, ticket collectors and guides radiated exuberance and joy.

The real strength of FROZEN, (including Summer Stage and Shooting Stars), lies in the reflection of the community’s diverse population. All children working, singing and dancing together, enjoying each other’s company, making lasting friendships is a reminder peace is possible.

What could be more valuable to the community than Upper Darby Summer Stage celebrating 50 magical seasons this summer? I will tell you – 50 more magical seasons. I pray the magic...

The Upper Darby School District Performing Arts Center is a vibrant hub of creativity, offering affordable family entertainment just minutes from Philadelphia. It’s the proud home of the Upper Darby Summer Stage, one of the nation’s most prestigious youth theater programs. For over 40 years, the center has been a beacon for the arts, hosting live theater, dance, concerts, and children’s programs. It’s a place where memories are made, talents are nurtured, and the community comes together to celebrate the performing arts. Whether it’s the holiday cheer of the “Holiday Spectacular” or the inspiring performances by young artists, the Upper Darby Performing Arts Center is where stars are born and dreams...

My family loves coming to the Upper Darby Performing Arts Center every year for the summer stage! It shows are an inexpensive way for my children to enjoy the theater. They have loved every show they've been too. We try to go to as many as we can each summer. Tickets are about $13 to $15 a piece, and you don't need a ticket for children who were going to sit on your lap. The performers are high school students who take their job very seriously. I'm not quite sure how they handle putting on a different show each week, all of high-quality! It's not recommend enough as a wonderful place to bring...