Arts & Entertainment
A class-action lawsuit claims Encore Series and The Philadelphia Orchestra and Kimmel Center defrauded ticket buyers.
3 months ago
Listen 1:16The Great Philly Pop Culture Challenge
Think you know Philly pop culture? Test your wits against the voices of WHYY as they battle over all things Philly music, movies, history, and culture.
Air Date: December 31, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 53:11Will A.I. kill human creativity – and critical thinking?
Would you watch a movie generated entirely by AI? Or read a novel written by an algorithm? Examples of AI-generated art are pretty astoun ...
Air Date: December 30, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:11What to know ahead of the Mummers parade on New Year’s Day
The folk parade is celebrating its 125th year. Here are the details about the road closures, when and where things happen — and how best to appreciate it.
3 months ago
After 47 years, ‘Fresh Air’ executive producer Danny Miller retires
Miller joined “Fresh Air” as an intern in 1978 when the show was finding its feet. He has led the show through many periods of evolution.
3 months ago
Philadelphia readies first-ever New Year’s Eve concert on the Parkway
The event will feature LL Cool J, who boycotted his July 4 show because of a city workers strike.
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‘Stranger Things’ and Philly’s Arden Theatre share an affinity for ‘A Wrinkle in Time’
The hit Netflix show channels the classic 1962 young adult novel, just as the Arden Theatre puts it on stage.
3 months ago
Your Philly New Year’s Eve guide: 38 ways to ring in 2026
Say goodbye to 2025 and hello to the milestone year any way you want, from ice skating and dancing to concerts and fireworks.
3 months ago
Christmas and Kwanzaa festivities, Disney on Ice and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’
Dec. 25–28: Keep the family entertained this holiday weekend with movie premieres and festive eats. Plus, tribute concerts in South Jersey and karaoke nights in Philly.
3 months ago
Listen 5:48The Brandywine Museum offers a tiny peek into a Wyeth family Christmas
The Chadds Ford museum has been collecting dollhouses for years. The holiday exhibition features its latest acquisition.
3 months ago
Listen 1:16Philly preps for first-time New Year’s Eve concert, extra fireworks and Mummers parade
Philadelphia’s supercharged New Year’s Eve festivities next week will set the stage for a banner year of special events in 2026.
3 months ago
The War On Drugs celebrates ‘A Drugcember To Remember’ with guest stars to aid Philly public schools
The Grammy Award-winning rock band packed Fishtown’s Johnny Brenda’s for a three-night benefit concert featuring performances by Joe Walsh and Kurt Vile.
3 months ago
Listen 1:08The tush push lives on: The past, present and uncertain future of the NFL’s most controversial play
Before the season, team owners lost an attempt to ban the Eagles' brute-force offensive play by just two votes. How safe is the brotherly shove from a new prohibition attempt?
3 months ago
We invited some of our favorite people to join us for an hour of fun, holiday season tips and live music.
Air Date: December 18, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:56Dec. 18-21: Jazz night at the Delaware Art Museum, Rod Wave in Philly and a special holiday concert in South Jersey are among weekend highlights.
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