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With a name inspired by the First Amendment, 1A explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide the country. The program also delves into pop culture, sports, and humor. 1A's goal is to act as a national mirror-taking time to help America look at itself and to ask what it wants to be.

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Donald Nally conducts in the foreground. In the background, members of The Crossing sing.
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Philadelphia

‘The least of us’: The Crossing premieres hymns written for an imagined religion

Composer David Lang wrote “poor hymnals” for a congregation solely focused on helping the less fortunate.

2 years ago

Taylor Swift on stage
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Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is in its Taylor Swift era, her home state decides

Swift’s impact as a woman, and on young women specifically, can’t be understated, lawmakers said.

2 years ago

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Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Joy-A-Thon, Tina Fey & Amy Poehler, Twisted Christmas, Punk Rock Flea Market, and TubaChristmas in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Dec. 14 - 17: Trans-Siberian Orchestra in Philly, “The Nutcracker” in N.J., and 90s Rock Fest in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

2 years ago

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Andre Braugher holds the award for outstanding lead actor in a miniseries or a movie for his work on
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Andre Braugher, Emmy-winning actor who starred in ‘Homicide’ and ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine,’ dies at 61

Braugher won two career Emmys from 11 nominations.

2 years ago

Ryan Gosling (left) and Margot Robbie pose for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film ''Barbie'' on July 12, 2023, in London.
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‘Barbie’ leads Golden Globe nominations with 9, followed closely by ‘Oppenheimer’

The show airs Jan. 7 from Beverly Hills.

2 years ago

A red brick farmhouse
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Oscar Hammerstein’s farmhouse in Doylestown will become a museum

The ink is dry on a deal to buy the musical theater giant’s property in Doylestown, Pa., to turn it into a museum and education center.

2 years ago

Listen 3:09
Philadelphia Eagles chief security officer Dom DiSandro looks on during a press conference
Philadelphia
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Eagles security guard DiSandro banned from sideline for Sunday Night Football vs. Cowboys

DiSandro is allowed to travel with the team and perform all other work duties when Philadelphia (10-2) visits Dallas (9-3). But he is not allowed on the sideline.

2 years ago

Andrew Samlal conducts the orchestra.
Dance
Music
Philadelphia

First-time conductors take a crack at Philadelphia Ballet’s ‘The Nutcracker’

Philadelphia Ballet is extending the baton to aspiring conductors for selected performances of the holiday classic.

2 years ago

Soprano Clara Rottsolk (left)sings with Heloise Degrugillier (tenor recorder) and Greg Ingles (tenor Sackbut) and other members of Piffaro The Renaissance Band. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
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Philadelphia

Piffaro offers the music of a German Christmas, circa 1500

Piffaro, Philadelphia authentic Renaissance band, will play music of Southern Germany from 500 years ago.

2 years ago

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Scrooge (Johnny Fernandez) holds Tiny Tim (Michael Alexander Borow) on his shoulder. (Mark Garvin/Walnut Street Theatre)
Performing Arts
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

‘A Christmas Carol’ dominates Philly stages this month. Why does it still resonate?

Finding new meaning in this nearly two century old story of redemption in a time of deep division.

2 years ago

A large menorah is seen in the foreground. In the background is Independence Mall
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Patti LaBelle, Philadelphia Rare Book Fair, dual Nutcrackers, and Hanukkah celebrations in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Dec. 7 - 10: Rare Book Fair in Philly, “Who’s Holiday” in N.J., and Winterthur seasonal events in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

2 years ago

Listen 5:42
Taylor Swift performs during ''The Eras Tour'' in Nashville, Tenn., May 5, 2023.
NPR
Music
Performing Arts

‘Time’ magazine names Taylor Swift its 2023 Person of the Year

The international pop star has been playing to massive crowds on her Eras Tour and has garnered attention for her budding romance with Kansas City tight end Travis Kelce.

2 years ago

Norman Lear with the All in the Family cast
NPR
Aging
TV

Norman Lear, who made funny sitcoms about serious topics, dies at 101

Lear was hailed for producing beloved television shows like All in the Family and The Jeffersons, and later, for his work as a political activist.

2 years ago

Pink performs on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, at Wrigley Field in Chicago.
Music
Performing Arts
Philadelphia
6abc

P!nk announces 2024 Summer Carnival Tour with stop in South Philadelphia

The singer announced her 2024 Summer Carnival Tour will include stops at Lincoln Financial Field and Hersheypark Stadium.

2 years ago

Pictured (L-R): David Rubenstein, Deborah F. Rutter, Kennedy Center Honorees Barry Gibb, Dionne Warwick, Renée Fleming, Billy Crystal, Queen Latifah, Dr. Jill Biden, President Joe Biden, and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff at The 46th Annual Kennedy Center Honors. (Mary Kouw/Mary Kouw/CBS)
NPR

Queen Latifah, Billy Crystal and others celebrated at Kennedy Center Honors

Billy Crystal, Dionne Warwick, Barry Gibb of the Bee Gees, Renée Fleming and Queen Latifah were given the star treatment as they received their Kennedy Center Honors.

2 years ago

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