act ii playhouse

312francinel

How amazing to be able to walk to a great local theater -- we have really enjoyed their comedy nights here, too. So glad to live in this little town with the most amazing little gems like Act II Playhouse.

X4480PIchrisk

Act II is a sparkling gem in Ambler. We have enjoyed many great productions as season ticket holders. What great value for great entertainment! Artistic Director/ Actor Tony Braithwaite is a genius. All of the productions from drama to comedy to one-person shows have been amazing in a small, intimate setting. It is great to support our local theater arts.

Faigela

This is a small intimate theatre and the productions they put on are excellent. Seats are comfortable.

thetravelersthree

Extremely small, intimate venue. You can look the actors in the eye (and they you) from any seat in the house. However the acting is top-notch. We've only been there once but plan on getting season tickets because of the wonderful experience.

CWBuff

this is an awesome little theater located in the heart of downtown Ambler. Within walking distance of many good local restaurants and cafes so one can easily have a fast bit either pre or post show.Not a bad seat in the house due to the afore-mentioned size and overall design

GaryjW2014

Small theatre with 100 seats that has great acoustics. Easy comfortable seating with no blocked views. We saw " Man of La Mancha" that was beautifully acted by the cast of actors who also served as musicians. Great value for tickets $35 and great experience.

873claudiat

I have been a member for over 3 years and highly recommend this as the best value in town for an entertaing night out. We see about 6 shows a year and have never been disappointed.

gailgmh

Excellent small local playhouse which provides big city entertainment in an intimate comfortable suburban venue. Many good restaurants for pre theater dining or post theater coffee or cocktails and snacks..

conserve731

I have been attending Act II productions for years and have generally had a good time.Since Tony Braithwaite has taken over as artistic director it is better than ever. We are so lucky to have him as an actor in our area.Mr. Braithwaite can do anything, act in comedy musicals or serious drama. He is a brilliant farceur and ad libber, a singer and mover who gives pleasure. His Didn't your Father Have This Talk With You? was endearing, funny, and then so moving. He takes his audiences on journeys with him no matter what he is acting in and it is pure heaven. He is a good director and the plays he chooses to bring to Act II are consistently good.This is a small theater that produces miracles with its postage stamp stage and gives the audiences a good theater experience. Try it. You'll like it.

Jed3

We were subscribers in the beginning for a few years, and they started out very good but became mildly disappointing, and we stopped, going only when there was something special. In the last few years Tony Braithwaite became the artistic director, and we became subscribers again. He is one of the best actors on the Philadelphia stage, especially talented and comical, known for his performances as a member of the 1812 comedy group. Since he took over, the plays have been very good to excellent to great, with an occasional letdown, as there is in every theater series. The small theater is usually full.Ticket prices aren't cheap, but worth it. There is a large town parking lot in back, but it is frequently full.

LeeG97

The family recently attended an evening performance of The First Dates of Christmas. The acting was first-rate, but the material given to the lone woman performer had a predictable plot that didn't bring forth any bravos. Additionally, on this particular occasion, a woman seated behind us talked throughout the show, adding her own personal spin to every punchline and a panto-like quality to the production. Theater staff seated nearby either didn't care, or didn't notice. There was no intermission in this show so no opportunity to get up and ask for help in this regard. The best thing about this theater is that there isn't a bad seat in the house. It is so small, every seat is a winner. On the down side, parking in Ambler in the evening is a nightmare. Wear comfy shoes and be prepared to drive into the nearby neighborhood and hoof it.

Chris220229

Have had season tickets since they opened. Being small is nice, although they could do with a bigger lobby. Have a diversified selection of entertainment. Parking is a problem due to its popularity.

CJDavies

Nice, small live theatre venue in Ambler on the main street and close by are some good restaurants. I saw the show, "DIDN'T YOUR FATHER HAVE THIS TALK WITH YOU?" which was quite entertaining.

redramPhiladelphia

We just a production of Lend Me a Tenor and thoroughlyenjoyed it. It is a small theatre and the acting is first rate.

travelinghomebody09

I've attended all sorts of productions at the Act II Playhouse: Shakespeare's Tempest, My Fair Lady, their Holiday Specials and most recently, Here's Tony! All have been excellent quality productions and I can honestly say that I've never been disappointed. Worth the money!