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Jennifer Harrison Newman in a scene from Black Lodge
Music
Performing Arts
Philadelphia

After two years away, Opera Philadelphia resumes Festival O this fall

Opera Philadelphia had pivoted to filmmaking during the pandemic. It announced a return to live in-person performances with Festival O in September.

3 years ago

Manuela Gillén gestures while smiling in front of a mural
Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity
Visual Arts
Billy Penn

‘For us, by us’: A place to find and celebrate Philly’s Latina creatives

This popular Instagram community is a labor of love.

3 years ago

Kareem Rosser and Nacho Figueras on their ponies
Outdoors
Philadelphia
Public Spaces
Sports

Ponies in Fairmount Park: Philly’s first polo tournament coming in the fall

The Philadelphia Polo Classic in Fairmount Park will be one of the only championships in the world to be played in an urban park.

3 years ago

Valeriya Kamelkova, artist and sculptor, illustrates the Russian flag and a pool of blood. (Valeriya Kamelkova)
NPR
International
Public Safety
Visual Arts

These Ukrainian artists capture the country’s spirit and the war’s toll

As Russian forces continue to attack Ukraine, some Ukrainian artists continue to capture the spirit of their country and the war's toll. These are some of their stories.

3 years ago

A spread of empanadas, elote, tostadas and more on white plates are shown from above at Las Cazuelas Restaurant, with a wooden table in the background.
PlanPhilly
Community Events
Food & Drink
Philadelphia

Cauliflower tacos, churro sundaes, and more: Dine Latino Restaurant Week returns to Philly

The event returns for a celebration of Latino-owned businesses and cuisine from March 15-18, with indoor dining options for the first time.

3 years ago

File photo: Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws a pass against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game Jan. 23, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. Brady’s retirement lasted 40 days. He said Sunday, March 13, 2022, he is returning to the Buccaneers for his 23rd season in the NFL
National
Sports

Tom Brady is returning to Tampa to play 23rd season in NFL

The seven-time Super Bowl champion’s retirement lasted 40 days.

3 years ago

Will Smith, wearing a brown turtleneck and a dark blue plaid suit jacket, is posing in front of a dark blue background at the 94th Academy Awards nominees luncheon on Monday, March 7, 2022, in Los Angeles.
International
Movies
Performing Arts
Philadelphia

Will Smith wins lead acting trophy at U.K.’s BAFTAs

Philly's own Will Smith received the award for his role in 'King Richard,' as the British Academy Film Awards returned Sunday with a live ceremony.

3 years ago

The 250th St. Patrick's Day Parade in Philadelphia on Sunday, March 13, 2022. (6abc)
Community Events
Philadelphia
6abc

St. Patrick’s Day Parade returns to Philadelphia after 2 year hiatus

The parade was organized by the Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Observance Association.

3 years ago

Tennis star Naomi Osaka appears to wipe tears from her face as she stands in front of a microphone.
International
Sports

Rattled by spectator’s outburst, Osaka loses at Indian Wells

Naomi Osaka went on to lose 6-0, 6-4 to Veronika Kudermetova of Russia in round two of the BNP Paribas Open on Saturday night.

3 years ago

An in-game screenshot from ''X2: The Next Power.'' (Courtesy of Tethra64)
Music
Philadelphia
Technology

New video game from Philly creators has players battling the evil forces of the music industry

Two gamers influenced by music will show off ‘X2: The Next Power’ at the METAVERSE concert and gaming event at the Fillmore in April.

3 years ago

Gregg Popovich of the San Antonio Spurs became the winningest coach in NBA regular-season history on Friday, getting his 1,336th victory when the San Antonio Spurs rallied to beat the Utah Jazz, 104-102. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)
NPR
History
National
Sports

Gregg Popovich becomes winningest coach in NBA regular-season history

With a win over the Utah Jazz, San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich surpassed Don Nelson for most regular-season wins in NBA history.

3 years ago

Stacy Rangel Stec walks through a tunnel whose swirling lights create an illusion of motion at the Museum of Illusions in Philadelphia. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Media
Philadelphia
Visual Arts

Don’t believe your eyes: New Museum of Illusions opens in Philadelphia

The global franchise of immersive optical and spatial trickery has opened in more than 35 cities, now including Philadelphia.

3 years ago

Playwright and director Bilal Islam watches a rehearsal of Childhoodslost Chronicles. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Gun Violence
Performing Arts

New Philly play shows gun violence through the eyes of teenagers

The new play “Childhoodslost Chronicles” features teenage actors, showing gun violence through their eyes. It runs this weekend at the Arts Bank on South Broad Street.

3 years ago

Students from the McHugh School of Irish Dance in Delaware County perform during the Saint Patrick's Day Parade.
Things To Do
Music
Performing Arts
Sports
Visual Arts

Keith Haring remembered, St. Patrick’s Day celebrated, car and pet expos, and more in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

Weekend highlights in and around Philadelphia include Keith Haring, Lloyd Price, the Auto Show and a new museum in Old City.

3 years ago

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Saint Aubyn (left), portraying the older Lloyd Price in ''Personality,'' rehearses a scene with Little Richard, portrayed by Miles Boone (right)
Music
Pennsylvania
Performing Arts

An American story: The life of R&B singer Lloyd Price premieres at People’s Light

Better known by his songs "Personality," "Stagger Lee," "Lawdy Miss Clawdy," R&B singer Lloyd Price did not live to see the musical about his life.

3 years ago

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