Catching prime-stage musicals and seasonal concerts at The Media Theatre is nothing out of the ordinary. However, this season, its versatile stage is set to welcome a dazzling makeover of the iconic Cinderella ballet thanks to Ballet of Lights. With three dates announced, you can catch a magical fairytale reimagined where ballerinas twirl and glide in glowing costumes. Tickets are already on sale, starting from $36, but there is limited capacity so better to get your tickets in advance.
24 October 2026 16:00 + more dates
Media Theatre For The Performing Arts
Inside the Media Theatre for the Performing Arts
Hosting this luminous production, the Media Theatre offers an unforgettable historic backdrop. Nestled right on State Street in downtown Media, PA, the theatre first opened in 1927 as a vaudeville house boasting a single-screen auditorium. Today, this restored 440-seat venue blends classic English Renaissance charm with fresh programs, ranging from musicals and plays to innovative shows like Ballet of Lights.
Cinderella will be available on select dates over the coming months, starting October 24. Cinderella lives with her mean stepmother and two selfish stepsisters, who treat her like a servant, but her encounter with the Fairy Godmother changes her destiny. It’s an abridged version of the classical ballet with a contemporary twist, suitable for ages five and above.
There are two back-to-back performances scheduled for each date at 4pm and 6pm. The latter performance on Saturday, October 24, has a 20% discount, with tickets starting from $36.00.
How to get there from Philly
Located at 104 E. State Street, reaching the venue from Center City Philadelphia is pretty easy:
🚊By Train (SEPTA): Hop on the Media/Wawa Regional Rail line from Suburban Station or 30th Street Station directly to Media Station—it’s just a brief walk down State Street to the theater.
🚗By Car: Drive 30 to 40 minutes via I-95 South and US-1 North, with convenient street and lot parking nearby.
