Philadelphia: Top Picks For August
Daniel, July 23rd, 2024The Best Shows Coming To Your City This Month!
If you're looking to spend some time this August immersing yourself in the magical experience of live entertainment, look no further than this list of shows and concerts coming to Philadelphia. From Tony winners to 90's rock icons...
LES MISERABLES
August 27 - September 8, Academy of Music
A tale of love and revolution that draws audiences in time and time again.
Cameron Mackintosh's epic musical is back! Based on Victor Hugo's novel, this sweeping epic is one of the most popular musicals in history, a tale of love and revolution that draws audiences in time and time again. Its classic score, written by Herbert Kretzmer and Claude-Michel Schonberg, includes the timeless 'I Dreamed A Dream', 'One Day More' and 'Do You Hear the People Sing'.
MAMMA MIA
August 6 - 11, 2024, Academy of Music
A bittersweet yet hilarious story of single mother Donna, struggling to cope with her young daughter's impending marriage.
It's time to break out the platform shoes and feather boas - Mamma Mia is BACK! With 25 years since this sunshine-filled show redefined the concept of the jukebox musical for the new century. It's a bittersweet yet hilarious story of single mother Donna, struggling to cope with her young daughter's impending marriage on a picturesque Greek island. Throw into the mix three lovers from her past, any of whom could be the father of her daughter. Sparks are sure to fly!
Il Divo
August 3, American Music Institute
The quartet will perform a glorious show across North America.
Operatic heartthrobs Il Divo return to the road! After the tragic loss of fellow bandmate Carlos Marin, the members made the choice to keep Il Divo going in honor of Carlos. The quartet will perform a glorious show across North America. Don't miss the talent and joy of this iconic group, better enjoyed live!
Avril Lavigne
August 29, Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
Experience all her record-smashing tracks live.
This is not a drill, Avril Lavigne is taking her Greatest Hits on tour! She hasn't made this complicated, it's a must for all Lavigne fans as she brings all seven of her studio albums on the Avril Lavigne: Greatest Hits tour. Experience all her record-smashing tracks live, including 'Complicated', 'Sk8er Boi', 'Here's To Never Growing Up', 'Girlfriend' and many more from her catalog. With special guests All Time Low and Simple Plan on selected dates.
ShxtsnGigs
August 8, The Fillmore
Their infectious laughter and boundless energy are impossible to resist.
When it comes to podcasts, James and Fuhad are the dynamic duo that will have you laughing until your sides ache. Whether they're dissecting red flags, sharing hilarious stories of dating mishaps, or geeking out over their latest TV obsessions, their infectious laughter and boundless energy are impossible to resist. After dominating the UK comedy landscape, it's only natural that this British pair is now setting their sights on the States. Buckle up and dive into the world of ShxtsnGigs!
Chaka Khan
August 29, Dell Music Center
Unstoppable even after four decades in the business.
Unstoppable even after four decades in the business, the Queen of empowering soul pop has released 22 albums and racked up ten #1 Billboard songs, seven RIAA certified gold singles and ten RIAA certified gold and platinum albums. Since bursting onto the scene in 1978 with the immortal disco anthem "I'm Every Woman," Chaka as she is known the world over has broken record after record.
Pink
August 18, Lincoln Financial Field
This latest jaunt is set to be another spectacular live show from the singer.
Multi Grammy-Award winner P!NK will return to the road in 2024 on the extension of the 'Summer Carnival' Tour! With special guests; Sheryl Crow, the Script and KidCutUp, this latest jaunt is set to be another spectacular live show from the singer, featuring some of her most iconic tunes, alongside brand new ones such as November 2022's 'Never Gonna Not Dance Again'.
Green Day
August 9, Citizens Bank Park
Don't miss your chance to see the four-time Grammy winners in 2024.
America's finest pop-punk rebels are embarking on a massive stadium tour in support of their upcoming album 'Saviors'! But that's not all, this brand new tour will also celebrate 30 years of 'Dookie' and 20 years of 'American Idiot'. Don't miss your chance to see the four-time Grammy winners in 2024.
