What we do
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation connects the city’s residents to the natural world, to each other, and to fun physical and social opportunities. We manage historically significant Philadelphia events and special venues, and we work with communities and organizations, leading capital projects and introducing creative programming.
Philadelphia’s large, diverse parks and recreation system provides something for everyone. Listed below are some of facilities and programs we’re responsible for:
- 300+ neighborhood parks, rec centers, and playgrounds
- 166 miles of trails and 40 historic sites
- 60 community gardens, farms, and orchards
- 3 environmental education centers
- 600+ baseball, softball, football, and soccer fields
- 74 pools
- 400+ basketball and 200+ tennis courts
- 5 ice skating rinks
- 5 golf courses
- 25 public computer centers
Connect
Address |
1515 Arch Street
10th floor Philadelphia, PA 19102 |
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parksandrecreation |
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Phone:
(215) 683-3600
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Announcements
Parks & Rec announces audition dates for upcoming play
Auditions
Adults, teens, and children (age 7 and up) are encouraged to audition. No preparation is required. Amateurs are welcome.
Sunday, January 29, 2023, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.Monday, January 30, 2023, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Rehearsals
After March 11, 2023, all cast members need to be available for full cast rehearsals.
About the show
“The seven Colors of the rainbow have a big fight and break up. As the Colors go off to be the rainbow on their own, they encounter creatures from nature who try to show them the beauty and value of a world full of many colors. But will the Colors learn the lesson? Can the rainbow be saved?”
Performance dates:
Friday, March 17 and 24 at 7:30 p.m.Saturday and Sunday, March 18, 19, 25, and 26, at 2 p.m.