Haverford High School to house Summer Stage program
Upper Darby Summer Stage, one of the nation’s premier youth theater programs, recently announced a partnership with the Haverford Township School District to host its summer 2026 programs onsite at Haverford High School.
The collaboration marks a new chapter for both organizations and reflects a shared commitment to arts education, community engagement, and providing exceptional performance and learning experiences for young artists from across the region.
For summer, Haverford High will serve as the home for Upper Darby Summer Stage’s full slate of performances, offering students access to outstanding facilities, rehearsal spaces, and performance venue. The partnership will allow Summer Stage to expand its impact while continuing its long-standing tradition of excellence in youth musical theater.
For Haverford, the partnership brings additional cultural and educational opportunities to local students and families while strengthening connections between neighboring communities.
“We are thrilled to partner with the Haverford Township School District and bring Upper Darby Summer Stage to Haverford High School,” said Chris Luner, artistic and managing director of Upper Darby Summer Stage. “This partnership allows us to continue delivering high-quality theater education in a space that supports creativity, collaboration, and community. Summer 2026 is shaping up to be a season unlike any other for our students and families!”
Haverford district leaders echoed the excitement, emphasizing the value of hosting a nationally recognized youth theater program and the opportunity to further strengthen arts opportunities for students within the community.
“We are excited about the opportunity to welcome Upper Darby Summer Stage to Haverford High School,” said Dr. Matthew Hayes, district superintendent. “This partnership aligns with our commitment to supporting the arts and creating meaningful experiences for students and families throughout our community. We look forward to opening our doors to Summer Stage and to the energy, creativity, and community it will bring to our campus.”
Upper Darby Summer Stage also announced that Summer Stage Junior programs will continue to be held at Monsignor Bonner & Archbishop Prendergast High School in Upper Darby this summer.
“As the Founding Sponsor of Upper Darby Summer Stage, Upper Darby Township is proud to provide scholarship support for our residents,” said Upper Darby Mayor Ed Brown. “In Summer 2026, the township will once again contribute $125,000 in funding to ensure that students from the community have access to high-quality performing arts education and opportunity. This ongoing investment reflects a shared commitment to the transformative power of the arts. Once renovations and upgrades are complete, we eagerly await the return of Summer Stage in 2027 to its home of the last 50 years, Upper Darby High School.”
Despite this summer’s relocation, Upper Darby Summer Stage remains committed to its Upper Darby roots and to serving Upper Darby’s young people. As part of this transition, Summer Stage is actively working to ensure that students from Upper Darby continue to have access to programming through transportation options, financial assistance, and ongoing community partnerships.
Registration for Summer Stage 2026 is now open.
For more information about programs as well as a performance schedule, visit www.udsummerstage.org.
For more information specifically about the relocation, visit www.udsummerstage.org/relocation26.
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