The Philadelphia Theatre Company (PTC) is a leading regional theatre company that develops, produces, and presents imaginative and entertaining theatre productions based on the American experience. PTC uses its Philadelphia roots and adds a national point of view that fosters a dedication to new American plays and musicals, 

PTC was founded in 1974 and since then over 50% of the premieres have gone on to New York or other major cities, PTC has helped Philadelphia  earn a reputation as a hub for new play development and has received 53 awards from the Barrymore Awards for excellence  in theatre.