
Arts & Entertainment
Philadelphia Orchestra begins concert tour of China as Trump’s trade war escalates
Over 10 years, the Fabulous Philadelphians have built strong cultural ties with China. With trade diplomacy hitting a low note, will that good will dissipate?
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Listen 1:21The Painted Bride has found a buyer, but opposition to sale is mounting
The $4.8 million sale of the Painted Bride, Philadelphia’s longtime alternative arts venue, will fund the organization’s transformation. The sale must be approved in court.
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Tim Conway, who relished the role of comedic co-star, dies at 85
The comic actor, who appeared on shows ranging from The Carol Burnett Show to SpongeBob SquarePants, died Tuesday morning, May 14.
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Legendary actress and singer Doris Day dead at 97
The Doris Day Animal Foundation confirmed Day died early Monday at her Carmel Valley, California, home. The foundation said she was surrounded by close friends.
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Before and after: What it’s like listening to Michael Jackson now
The allegations against Michael Jackson in the documentary Leaving Neverland make listening to his songs a struggle, one that resists the comfort those songs once provided.
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Robert Indiana’s estate wants to stop ‘LOVE,’ ‘HOPE’ reproductions
The estate of the artist behind the famous "LOVE" and "HOPE" images is attempting to stop reproduction of his works.
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Eastern State Penitentiary casts a light on its LGBTQ history
Historic prison museum documents gay life behind the walls in the 1800s. During the prison's 142 years, at least 500 inmates were incarcerated for the crime of sodomy.
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Caught in a time warp ‘Among the Dead’ at Theatre Exile
This evocative play about a child of war features a complex story and a fine cast.
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Filmmaker Ed Zwick’s “Trial by Fire” / Uber strike
A conversation with filmmaker Edward Zwick about his new film 'Trial by Fire." Then, we discuss the Uber strike.
Air Date: May 10, 2019 10:00 am
Listen 49:45Philly breakdancers ready to battle as Red Bull world competition comes to town
Red Bull BC One is an international contest in search of the greatest breakers in the world. On the line are bragging rights — and potential sponsorships.
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Listen 4:37Exhibit takes deep dive into constitutional debates that formed Civil War-era amendments
At Philadelphia’s National Constitution Center, exhibit touches on amendments abolishing slavery, guaranteeing citizenship and voting rights for men.
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Listen 1:52#MeToo: Art imitates life in Azuka’s ‘Boycott Esther’
“Boycott Esther” playwright Emily Acker creates an imperfect onstage drama out of her career setback because of Harvey Weinstein’s fall from grace.
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Delaware Art Museum works to diversify its collection
Two-thirds of the Delaware Art Museum’s purchases in 2018 were created by women or artists of color. It’s part of an museum initiative to better reflect the community.
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Diversity and tolerance highlighted in Delaware Theatre Co.’s ‘Honk!’
Delaware Theatre Company’s “Honk! The Ugly Duckling Musical” is heartwarming entertainment for anyone who has ever felt like a square peg in a round-hole world.
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‘The River and The Wall’ explores Rio Grande’s border world
A new documentary examining the diverse wildlife and landscape of the Rio Grande along the U.S.-Mexico border debuted this week at select theaters nationwide and on iTunes.
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