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Best Shows in January 2025

MJ The Musical at Academy of Music

MJ The Musical

Michael Jackson fans rejoice as the Tony-winning brand new musical all about the iconic superstar is here! With Jackson's plethora of moon-walking hits in tow, MJ the Musical is set to explore the star's life and his stratospheric rise to fame. The Michael Jackson Estate and Columbia Live Stage have partnered on the project, with two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage (Sweat, Ruined) set to pen the book. Now touring North America!

Jan 8 - 19, 2025

Academy of Music

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Yuja Wang at Marian Anderson Hall

Yuja Wang

A player of peerless speed and insight, Yuja Wang is one of the finest pianists alive today. Born in Beijing, she began piano lessons at the age of six and was instantly enthralled by the instrument. Completing her formal education at the Curtis Institute for Music in Philadelphia, it wasn't long before she was performing with likes of Gustavo Dudamel et al.

Jan 16 - 18, 2025

Marian Anderson Hall

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Driving Miss Daisy at Walnut Street Theatre

Driving Miss Daisy

Written by Alfred Uhry, Driving Miss Daisy is a thoughtful rumination on race and humanity that won the author the Pulitzer Prize in 1988. Introduced to millions by the four-time Oscar-winning movie starring Morgan Freeman and Jessica Tandy, the play follows the relationship between elderly Jewish widow Daisy Werthan and her African-American chauffeur Hoke Colburn, and how it changes as the burgeoning Civil Rights movement gains ground.

Joe Hisaishi at Marian Anderson Hall

Joe Hisaishi

Mamoru Fujisawa, perhaps best known by the professional alias of Joe Hisaishi, is a master of multiple genres including European classical, Japanese traditional, ambient electronic and minimalist music, yet brings them all together under a truly distinctive signature sound. Since 1984, his unique style has become synonymous with the films of Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli, having composed the soundtrack for all but one of the revered studio's feature film animations.

Opera Philadelphia - The Anonymous Lover at Academy of Music

Opera Philadelphia - The Anonymous Lover

Lontine is only young but is already a widow when she begins to receive love letters from an unknown person. As she grapples with her feelings and whether she'll ever be able to love someone again, she discovers that the letters are from her friend Valcour. A musing on the beauty of genuine love, witness this charming opera by Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges.

Disney On Ice - Let's Dance at Wells Fargo Center

Disney On Ice - Let's Dance

Mickey Mouse gets on the DJ decks to give you the greatest dance party you've ever been to! Join Mickey and a whole host of his friends, including Simba, Timon, Pumbaa, Ariel, Elsa, Anna, Olaf and many more, as they remix some of your favorite Disney songs into bops perfect for boogieing to! Watch your favorite characters come to life with colorful costumes, dazzling dance and some of Disney's most timeless stories. A joyous celebration of the magic of Disney.

Jan 1 - 4, 2025

Wells Fargo Center

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Andrew Santino at The Met Philadelphia

Andrew Santino

Comedian Andrew Santino has announced a string of US dates starting in fall of 2024! Making stops in Boston, Phoenix, New York, Atlanta and many more, his unique sense of humor and witty anecdotes promise an unforgettable night out for fans of his podcasts and other stellar work. Don't miss your chance to see him on the Freeze Peach Tour!

Croce Plays Croce at Keswick Theater

Croce Plays Croce

A.J. Croce, son of Ingrid and Jim, pays tribute to his father in this brand-new show commemorating 50 years of Jim Croce's music. Taking on two of the 70s folk rockers' albums, The Life and Times, and his final work before his untimely death, I Got A Name in their entirety. Also featured will be tracks from Don't Mess Around With Jim and a few surprises.

Myles Kennedy at Keswick Theater

Myles Kennedy

Rock icon Myles Kennedy as he embarks on his new tour supporting his upcoming solo album 'The Art Of Letting Go'. Singer, songwriter and musician Myles Kennedy is well known for his stints in various rock bands including Alter Bridge, Slash and Cosmic Dust. However, he released his solo debut Year of the Tiger and started an incredibly successful solo career!

Bee Gees Gold - A Tribute to The Bee Gees at Parx Xcite Center

Bee Gees Gold - A Tribute to The Bee Gees

The spirit of immortal disco legends the Bee Gees lives on thanks to the talents of lead vocalist John Acosta and his Bee Gees Tribute Band. From the luscious locks to the glorious falsetto of the great Barry Gibb in his prime, Acosta is not only a dead ringer for the influential musician but sonically similar to boot!

L'Imperatrice at Franklin Music Hall

L'Imperatrice

French disco-pop band L'Imperatrice head on tour around North America this year, following the release of their brand new album Pulsar! The six-piece from Paris have always had a smooth sound that feels simultaneously nostalgic and fresh, expertly drawing on influences from disco, funk, pop and electronica, having evolved and experimented with the genres since their 2018 debut Matahari.

Guster at The Fillmore

Guster

Boston alt-rockers Guster are finally embarking on the second leg of their 'We Also Have Eras' tour! Kicking off in early 2025, this tour is a nod to Taylor Swift's 'Eras' tour and will tell the story of over 30 years of Guster. Fans can expect a show full of joy and whimsydon't miss your chance to see them live this year!

Jan 24, 2025

The Fillmore

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