1 / 3NEST Center City
📍 Washington Square West, PA
Formerly NEST, now The Playhouse under Music Theatre Philly at 1301 Locust St. Features a revamped 3,000 sq ft play space, drop-in day passes, monthly memberships, and singing, acting, dance, music, and art classes for babies through grade 12.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for Philadelphia families with children from infancy through high school. Toddlers and babies thrive in the structured play space and movement classes; older kids can enroll in performing arts training. Drop-in play suits casual visits; memberships reward regular attendees.
ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go
💬 What Families Are Saying
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G Reviews from Google
Ice Bernese
a year ago
“well designed for different ages. Its always clean, safe and full of fun activities. I also found the enviroment cheerful and inviting”
T S
a year ago
“A good place for the kids to spend time”
💬 What parents mention
Overview
Music Theatre Philly absorbed NEST and relaunched the Center City space as The Playhouse-a 3,000 sq ft indoor play area alongside a full performing arts program. Drop-in day passes get kids straight onto the play floor; monthly memberships unlock perks and class discounts. Programming spans baby-and-tot movement classes through grade 12 productions in singing, acting, dancing, music, and art.
