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Feminista Jones’ new book ‘Reclaiming Our Space’ examines how hashtags build community for black women

WHYY reporter Trenae Nuri talked with Feminista Jones about her new book, "Reclaiming Our Space."

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Visual Arts

Haverford exhibits the color of America, circa 1940

The first photo project to show the colors of America, circa 1940, was commissioned by the U.S. government but never exhibited until now.

7 years ago

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The Philadelphia Orchestra Group of the United States was welcomed by the Chinese audience as it gave a concert in Peking on Sept. 14, 1973.
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From Mao to Mozart: The Philadelphia Orchestra’s 80-year relationship with China

Despite the U.S. and China's complex and often tense relationship, why has the bond between China and the Philadelphia Orchestra has endured for almost 80 years?

Air Date: January 28, 2019

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Artist Diane Burko poses in front of an unfinished work at her Center City studio.
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Environmental artist rediscovers Jewish roots of activism

Artwork depicting melting glaciers and dying coral reefs is on exhibit in a Philadelphia synagogue. It centers on the concept of tikkun olam, Hebrew for “repair the world.”

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The ensemble in '74 Seconds ... to Judgment' at Arden Theatre Company. (Photo courtesy of Mark Garvin)
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All it takes is ’74 Seconds … to Judgment’ at Arden Theatre Company

A homicide case, dissected in a jury deliberation room.

7 years ago

A visitor to the Philadelphia Museum of Art inspects the sculpture series,
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Antony Gormley’s iron sculptures loom over Rocky steps at Art Museum

People running up the Rocky steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art now face something new at the top – a wall of 10 cast-iron figures planted on the top step.

7 years ago

Poet Charles Bernstein, who teaches at the University of Pennsylvania, has received the prestigious Bollingen Prize for his poetic achievement. (University of Pennsylvania)
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University of Penn poet Charles Bernstein wins major literary prize

The award, which comes with a $165,000 purse, is given every two years from Yale University to an American poet for lifetime achievement on the event of a new publication.

7 years ago

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DNA, secrets, and inheritance

Marty speaks with writer Dani Shapiro about her new book, "Inheritance: A Memoir of Genealogy, Paternity, and Love"

Air Date: January 23, 2019 10:00 am

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In September 2013, Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Roy Halladay delivers against the Miami Marlins. The All-Star ace and fan favorite has been elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame.  (AP Photo/Chris Szagola, File)
Sports

Former Phillies ace Roy Halladay elected to baseball’s Hall of Fame

Halladay's best season came in 2010, his first following a blockbuster trade to Philadelphia. The All-Star pitcher died in a plane crash in 2017.

7 years ago

Oscar statues at the 90th Annual Academy Awards on March 4, 2018 in Hollywood, California. (Matt Sayles/A.M.P.A.S. via Getty Images)
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‘Roma’ and ‘The Favourite’ lead Oscar nominations

Eight best picture nominations emerged on Tuesday morning: Black Panther, BlacKkKlansman, The Favourite, Vice, Green Book, Bohemian Rhapsody, Roma and A Star Is Born.

7 years ago

Matteo Scammell as Romeo and Taysha Marie Canales as Juliet in
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Performing Arts

Shaking it up with ‘Romeo and Juliet’ (Wilma Theater)

It's not your high-school teacher's Shakespeare.

7 years ago

Jessica Johnson and Johnnie Hobbs Jr. in
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Performing Arts

‘Oleanna,’ overtaken by real life (Walnut Street Theatre)

A student confronts her prof with allegations of sexual abuse. Was he simply patronizing, or was he pushing limits?

7 years ago

Geneviève Perrier as the wife of Gregory Isaac (middle) and Jered McLenigan as her lover in Lantern Theater Company's production of
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Performing Arts

Lantern Theater Company’s ‘Betrayal,’ carefully looking back

Harold Pinter's quiet depiction of a love triangle, in a production that highlights its strength.

7 years ago

Sam Lemheney, chief of shows at the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, announced the 2019 Philadelphia Flower Show's theme,
Philadelphia

Make mulch, not war: Philadelphia Flower Show to spread ‘Flower Power’

The annual Philadelphia Flower Show will highlight the emotional and social benefits of flowers.

7 years ago

American actress and singer Carol Channing starred in the musical
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Movies
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Bidding farewell to ‘Hello, Dolly!’: Actress Carol Channing dies at 97

Channing's trademark platinum blond hair framed a face that always seemed to be smiling, her wide-eyed innocent style belied a very savvy mind, and her voice was unmistakable.

7 years ago

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