
Dance
‘Don’t you see ’em?’ The ghosts of Rittenhouse Square come alive at the Barnes
Artist John Dowell sees spirits in the park and brings them to life in a performance installation at the Barnes Foundation.
2 years ago
Listen 1:37Philadelphia Ballet breaks ground on new building, quadrupling its size
The 59-year-old dance company broke ground on a 48,000-square-foot addition, nearly quadrupling its size in a burgeoning North Broad arts district.
2 years ago
Making Time Festival: The electronic music fest putting Philly’s underground dance scene on the map
After a pandemic-induced thirst for parties, raves are roaring back.
2 years ago
Dancer Jawole Willa Jo Zollar, of Urban Bush Women, wins prestigious Gish Award
A pioneer in the world of dance has been awarded one of the largest cash prizes for artists in the United States.
3 years ago
Hispanic Fiesta celebrates 40 years in Philadelphia
The festival is a celebration of local Latin American and Hispanic culture. And this year’s event featured iconic musical guests.
3 years ago
Linking Philly girls of color to coding through dance reflects national trend
DanceLogic, which is run by the West Park Cultural Center, is “designed to educate, inspire, and cultivate girls of color in STEM,” said founder Betty Lindley.
3 years ago
Voguing, dance, and fashion take over the Franklin Institute at the 2022 Summer Ball
The Pride month event was created as a “choose your own adventure” to appeal to all types.
3 years ago
Odunde festival returns to Philadelphia to celebrate African heritage
The Odunde festival, a massive celebration of African and Caribbean culture, was held in-person Sunday for the first time since before COVID-19.
3 years ago
Listen 1:40La guía definitiva para la vida nocturna y el baile latino en Filadelfia
Ya sea que estés bailando mejor que tus tías o apenas empezando, aquí es donde puedes encontrar, salsa, bachata, merengue, samba, rumba, cumbia, perreo y más.
3 years ago
The definitive guide to Philly’s Latino nightlife and dancing
Whether you’re out-dancing your tias or just starting out, here’s where to find salsa, bachata, merengue, samba, rumba, cumbia, perreo and more.
3 years ago
Two Philadelphia dance icons to be honored in Avenue of Arts ceremony
Avenue of the Arts Visionary Awards will honor two founding members of Philadelphia dance. Joan Myers Brown and Christine Cox will be honored on April 22.
3 years ago
Listen 8:00The first Black ‘Anastasia’ meets Philly’s Chocolate Ballerinas
Members of Philly’s all-Black ballet company were invited to meet the cast of Broadway “Anastasia” and its Black lead, Kyla Stone.
3 years ago
Philly Naked Bike Ride, Kings of Leon, tango at the forefront and more in this week’s ‘Things to Do’
Aug. 26 - Aug. 29: Things to do in Philadelphia, Del., and N.J.
4 years ago
Listen 4:29Philly’s great-grandmother of African dance, Ione Nash, has died
The dancer, teacher, and karate black belt stayed active until age 95.
4 years ago
Pennsylvania Ballet spreads its wings at the Cherry Street Pier
A collaborative dance and visual art installation at the Cherry Street Pier put the classical dance company in front of audiences again.
4 years ago