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Music

Johnson Cano and Ryan Bradford
Arts & Entertainment

Love in a time of dementia: ‘A Song by Mahler’ combines science and music

A piece of music theater by Marc Neikrug, about the role of music in dementia therapy, makes its Philly premiere.

2 years ago

2 people dressed in costumes on stilts
Arts & Entertainment

Wawa Welcome America Festival aims to have something for all Philadelphians

The festival begins on Juneteenth and runs through July 4 with a star-studded concert and fireworks.

2 years ago

John Faye and Judah Kim
Arts & Entertainment

Philly’s Asian pop-rock musicians to gather for a slice of Asian American Pie

A concert of local Asian American–fronted rock bands opens AAPI month.

2 years ago

MH the Verb, Küf Knotz and Christine Elise performing music
Arts & Entertainment

A free music festival expands to 7 different towns in Bucks and Montgomery counties

After plans for the third Perkasie Porchfest fell through, organizers got in touch with other towns to put together the inaugural BucksMont Bonzeroo music fest on May 11.

2 years ago

dairy cows
Studio 2
Health

Crackdown on Kensington, Bird flu outbreak, Eurovision Song Contest

The avian flu has spread to birds, foxes, sea lions, dairy cows, and a farmworker has been infected. All this is raising concerns about a potential pandemic.

Air Date: May 8, 2024 12:00 pm

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Yo-Yo Ma performs
Arts & Entertainment

Yo-Yo Ma awarded WHYY Lifelong Learning Award: ‘I’m doing my best’

The world-renowned cellist came to WHYY to be interviewed by Terry Gross. Of course, he brought his cello, Petunia.

2 years ago

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2026 Director Michael Newmuis
Politics & Policy

Mayor Parker’s appointed 2026 director to help Philly shine on global stage

There’s a slew of big tourism opportunities in Philadelphia during 2026, so leaders plan to make any economic trickle down more equitable than ever.

2 years ago

Hatsune Miku
Community
Billy Penn

Richie’s Café x Hatsune Miku: How a Temple University coffeeshop is collaborating with one of Japan’s biggest virtual stars

Through May 5, the family-owned business is offering a Miku-themed menu, art, and giveaways.

2 years ago

Taylor Swift themed soaps
NPR
Arts & Entertainment

Taylor Swift fans mean business with Tortured Poets soap, Eras yarn, Kelce cookies

There is a thriving industry devoted to selling crafty products inspired by Swift's music and style.

2 years ago

The title role of Madame Butterfly in Opera Philadelphia's production is represented by a puppet, voiced and manipulated by Karen Chia-ling Ho.
Arts & Entertainment

Opera Philadelphia’s ‘Madame Butterfly’ evades ‘Puccini’s trap’ with an operatic puppet

The short story and opera is both beautiful and a problem. Opera Philadelphia designed a puppet to help it avoid orientalism.

2 years ago

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Anthony Roth Costanzo poses for a portrait
Arts & Entertainment

Opera Philadelphia’s new leader comes into the office from the stage

The famed countertenor plans to keep performing while leading the opera company.

2 years ago

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File photo: BalletX performance (Courtesy of BalletX)
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Penn Relays, Mexican Week, Zepparella, VinylCon! and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

April 25–28: The Philadelphia Show, “Kill Move Paradise” in N.J. and the Delaware Symphony’s performance of Mahler are among this weekend’s highlights.

2 years ago

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For some people, drawing a line between coworkers and friends is very important. But, can you develop friendships at work?
Studio 2
Community

Should you be friends with your coworkers?, update from the polls, jazz trumpet player Terell Stafford

We spend an awful lot of time with our coworkers but when do workplace relationships become friendships and do they help or hurt us on the job?

Air Date: April 23, 2024 12:00 pm

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Peter Nero, leader of the Philly Pops, smiles during a sound check on a stage at the foot of the Philadelphia Museum of Art steps, Monday, July 4, 2005, in Philadelphia, as he and other artists prepare to give a free concert with Elton John to celebrate America's Independence and to raise awareness of HIV/AIDS.
Arts & Entertainment

No Name Pops perform tribute to Peter Nero, former frontman of Philly Pops

Many members of the No Name Pops played under Nero when they were with the now-ailing Philly Pops.

2 years ago

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An upcoming Supreme Court case could have enormous repercussions for the unhoused and for cities tackling the problem to find shelter for people experiencing houselessness.
Studio 2
Courts & Law

Can Homelessness Be Criminalized?, A Preview of Philadelphia’s Festival Season

An upcoming Supreme Court case could determine whether people have the right to sleep on the streets or if homelessness could be criminalized.

Air Date: April 18, 2024 12:00 pm

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