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Animators used this jointed wooden puppet as a reference model when creating ''Pinocchio'' in 1940. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
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Disney takes over the Franklin Institute with 100 years of movies, music, and ‘magic’

Six things to look for at the world premiere of the entertainment company’s centennial exhibition.

1 month ago

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History
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Philadelphia
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After 164 years, descendants of Frederick Douglass and John Brown finally meet

The great-great-grandsons of Frederick Douglass and John Brown rendezvous in Philadelphia at a play about their ancestors.

1 month ago

A view of the National Constitution Center.
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Presidents Day celebrations, ‘Disney 100’ exhibit, Talisk, and Ice Fest in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Feb. 16 - Feb. 19: Black dance tribute in Del., “Disney 100” exhibit in Philly, and “The Wild Party” in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

1 month ago

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A man embraces a woman from behind as they gaze into the distance.
Performing Arts
Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity

An ode to Harlem developed in Philly

The Negro Ensemble Company, of New York, came to Penn Live Arts in West Philadelphia to develop its new play about gentrification.

1 month ago

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Justus Rivera is a violinist who's been performing in Philly for over a decade (Facebook)
Government
Billy Penn

Philadelphia could get an ‘Office of Music’ to support local artists and boost the industry

A recent Council bill would put creation of the office on the November ballot for voters to decide.

1 month ago

A book is held up in front of the ornate gateway in Philadelphia's Chinatown.
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‘Interior Chinatown’ is the Free Library of Philadelphia’s all-city read

The comic novel written like a TV screenplay by Charles Yu takes on serious issues of being Asian in America. He’s now turning it into a TV show.

1 month ago

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The exterior of Hedgerow House in Rose Valley
History
Pennsylvania
Performing Arts

Hedgerow Theatre, the ‘mother of Philadelphia theater,’ turns 100

Hedgerow Theatre in Rose Valley, Pa., was once America’s leading repertory theater company.

1 month ago

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Rihanna singing during Super Bowl halftime show
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6abc

Philly ASL performer goes viral during Rihanna’s Super Bowl halftime show

Justina Miles, a Philadelphia native, took the internet by storm with her ASL interpretation of Rihanna's medley of hit songs.

1 month ago

Vincent Mason and David Jude Jolicoeur on stage
Music

De La Soul co-founder Trugoy the Dove dead at 54

David Jude Jolicoeur, known widely as Trugoy the Dove and one of the founding members of the Long Island hip hop trio De La Soul, has died. He was 54.

1 month ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) reacts after their loss against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz.
Philadelphia
Sports

Questionable late flag takes drama out of Super Bowl ending

Many fans — and some football commentators — disagreed with the call. Former NFL tight end Greg Olsen wasn't happy with the decision on the Fox broadcast.

1 month ago

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert (88) catches a pass as Kansas City Chiefs safety Bryan Cook (6) defends during the second half of Super Bowl LVII
Philadelphia
Sports

What’s a catch? Super Bowl raises the question again

The question was asked a few times during the Super Bowl between the Chiefs and Eagles.

1 month ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, left, hands off to running back Kenneth Gainwell during Super Bowl LVII
Philadelphia
Sports

Super Bowl field turns into a super slip and slide

“It was like playing on a water park," Eagles left tackle Jordan Mailata said.

1 month ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) runs against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 57 football game, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vasquez)
Philadelphia
Sports

Jalen Hurts’ brilliant Super Bowl effort falls short

Whether it was through the air or on the ground, Jalen Hurts dominated the Super Bowl offensively for the Philadelphia Eagles. It just wasn't enough to outduel Patrick Mahomes

1 month ago

Rihanna performs during the halftime show at the NFL Super Bowl 57 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Music
Sports

Rihanna soars in Super Bowl halftime performance

The performance lacked the surprise guests stars included in many previous Super Bowl halftimes, save one — her representative revealed afterward that the singer is pregnant.

1 month ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) runs into the end zone for a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 57 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Philadelphia
Sports

Eagles take Super Bowl lead behind 4th down conversions

Nick Sirianni's fourth-down aggressiveness paid off in a big way for the Philadelphia Eagles in the Super Bowl.

1 month ago

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