Arch Street Theatre
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The Arch Street Theatre, popularly referred to as The Arch, was one of three Philadelphia-based theaters for plays during the 19th century; the other two were the Walnut Street Theatre (still standing in 2024), and the Chestnut Street Theatre. The Arch Street Theatre opened on October 1, 1828, under the management of prominent early 19th-century actor William B. Wood (1779–1861). The building's architect was John Haviland (1792–1852).
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