Well-Balanced Dads

Whisper Theatre

Circus, Comedy, Theater

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Well-Balanced Dads is a family-friendly character comedy about Dick and Dale, two suburban dads and best friends, who take the audience on a camping adventure. With their trusty man-van, they go on a journey chockfull of dad jokes, dance parties, snacks, partner acrobatics, macho movie references, and unthreatening audience participation. This hilarious duo balances levity with deeper themes like finding your inner child, hypermasculinity, and navigating life after the kids have flown the nest.


“6 stars from this dad, 5 from the rest of the family!” - Good Dad
“My face hurt from smiling.” - Good Kid
A show for anyone who is a dad, has a dad, or wants a dad.


Best suited for ages 8+

Cannonball is the largest hub of the Philadelphia Fringe Festival, championing a revolutionary artist-led model that prioritizes equity, experimentation, and community connection. Now in its sixth year, Cannonball presents more than 100 artists across five stages, representing nearly 30 percent of the overall Philadelphia Fringe Festival. From rebellious circus and delicious dance to fearless theater and activist art, Cannonball pushes the boundaries of live performance while creating a vibrant, artist-centered ecosystem for independent performance makers and adventurous audiences alike.

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Run Time: 60 mins
Ticket Price: $25

PWYC Options $5+

Venue: Asian Arts Initiative Black Box Theater

Dates: September 11, 2026 - September 13, 2026
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September 11, 2026 5.30pm

1219 Vine Street

General Admission: $25

PWYC Options

September 12, 2026 6.45pm

1219 Vine Street

General Admission: $25

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September 13, 2026 12.45pm

1219 Vine Street

General Admission: $25

PWYC Options


About the Artist

Whisper Theatre (Chicago, IL) makes original, collaborative, experimental works of physical theater exploring the hidden themes of life. Co-Artistic Directors Britt Anderson and Richie Schiraldi originally created Well-Balanced Dads as a cabaret act in collaboration with Broken Planet Show and developed it through residencies with Chicago Danztheater Ensemble and Physical Theater Festival Chicago in 2025. The show premiered at Assembly Festival in the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe and has since toured the US to various festivals and events.
Other recent work includes Arachne and The Mothman Cometh, both of which premiered at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe.

  • Richie Schiraldi Producer/Performer richieschiraldi@gmail.com
  • Britt AndersonProducer/Performerbriprianderson23@gmail.com

Accessibility & Content Considerations

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This event is appropriate for ages 7+

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Covid-19 Safety policy

This event does not require masks to be worn


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