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Dance

A man holds hands with his children next to a giant Nutcracker statue.
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia Ballet invites Black dads to bring their kids to the Nutcracker

Response to the Philadelphia Ballet’s “Daddy and Me” initiative welcoming fathers this weekend has been “overwhelming.”

4 years ago

A dancer performs with large-scale photography by John Dowell mounted on wheels, as part of the installation ''John Dowell: A Public Intimate Space.'' at the Barnes Foundation. (Daniel Jackson/Embassy Interactive)
Arts & Entertainment

‘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.

4 years ago

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Philadelphia Ballet artistic director Angel Corella (center) and executive director Shelly Power (in pink), joined by donors and poltical figures, participate in a ceremonial groundbreaking for the company's new building on North Broad Street. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia 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.

4 years ago

Two photos side-by-side show a building in an open field at twilight and sunset.
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

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.

4 years ago

Jawole Willa Jo Zollar, founder of the dance ensemble Urban Bush Women, has won the $250,000 Gish Prize. (Crush Boone/Gish Prize Trust)
NPR
Arts & Entertainment

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.

4 years ago

Musicians perform on a stage.
Community

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.

4 years ago

Girls jump in the air in a dance class.
Education
Chalkbeat Philadelphia

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.

4 years ago

Kemar Jewel and co. perform at the Franklin Institute Summer Ball
Community
Billy Penn

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.

4 years ago

Performers dance on South Street during the Odunde procession.
Community

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.

4 years ago

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People are dancing together with their arms up, and colorful lights are visible in the background.
Lifestyle
Billy Penn

La 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.

4 years ago

People are dancing with their arms up, and colorful lights in the background.
Lifestyle
Billy Penn

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.

4 years ago

Joan Myers Brown (left) and Christine Cox (right)
Arts & Entertainment

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.

4 years ago

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The cast of Anastasia met with members of the Chocolate Ballerina Company following a performance at the Merriam Theater. They maintained a 15 foot distance as a pandemic protocol. Kyla Stone is second from the left. (Peter Crimmins/WHYY)
Arts & Entertainment

The 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.

5 years ago

Caleb Followill of Kings of Leon performs during KAABOO 2019 at the Del Mar Racetrack and Fairgrounds
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

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.

5 years ago

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Dancer lone Nash holds her leg in the air
Community

Philly’s great-grandmother of African dance, Ione Nash, has died

The dancer, teacher, and karate black belt stayed active until age 95.

5 years ago

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