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Entertainment venues in Philadelphia are not only diverse but historic and noteworthy.
The city s Walnut Theatre is over 200 years old; the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts is home to one of the top orchestras in the world; Philadelphia is one of just four U.S. cities to have all four of their major sport teams (NFL http://www.hockeystarsstore.com/authentic-gump-worsley-stars-jersey-sale/ , NBA, MLB, and NHL) play within the city limits; and The Palestra is one of college basketball s most hallowed venues.
The City of Brotherly Love has a world class venue for every type of performance imaginable theatrical productions, music concerts, and sporting events. These buildings not only attract millions of spectators but most have a rich and fascinating history. Below are 12 of the city s top entertainment venues.
Citizens Bank Park
1 Citizens Bank Way
215 463 1000
Citizens Bank Park is part of the South Philadelphia Sports Complex and home of Major League Baseball s Philadelphia Phillies. The ballpark opened in 2004 and seats 43,647 rabid Phillies fans. One of the features of the park is Ashburn Alley which contains restaurants, games, and shops selling team memorabilia. The park also hosts a wide variety of marquee music concerts.
Electric Factory
421 North 7th Street
215 336 2000
The Electric Factory has been bringing the top names in rock, grunge, rap, and heavy metal to Philadelphia since its resurrection in 1994 (the venue first opened in 1968). This cozy concert spot has an excellent reputation outside the city of Philadelphia as it s known as one of the nation s premiere indoor concert venues. The Electric Factory can accommodate between 2,500 and 3,000 music fans.
Forrest Theatre
1114 Walnut Street
215 923 1515
The Forrest Theatre is one of the best places in Philadelphia to catch a big time Broadway play or musical. Whether it s Mamma Mia!, Phantom of the Opera http://www.hockeystarsstore.com/authentic-esa-lindell-stars-jersey-sale/ ,or The Lion King the Forrest Theatre welcomes the nation s best touring productions. This gorgeous theater was built in 1927 and is operated by the Shubert Organization.
Liacouras Center
1776 North Broad Street
215 204 2400
Located on the campus of Temple University, the Liacouras Center is a 10,000 plus seat venue that hosts Temple men s and women s basketball games, other collegiate athletic events, concerts, and the best in family entertainment. The Liacouras Center features 14 concession stands and is less than two miles from City Hall.
Lincoln Financial Field
NovaCare Complex
One NovaCare Way
215 339 6700
Lincoln Financial Field is home of the National Football League s Philadelphia Eagles. Part of the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, Lincoln Financial Field seats more than 68,000 people (69,000 if you include standing room only). The Linc, as it s nicknamed, hosts the annual Army Navy football game and big time concerts like Bruce Springsteen and U2.
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