Performing Arts
After 21 years of ‘radical listening,’ the voice of the public is on view at Philly’s Free Library
For two decades, Sheryl Oring has taken dictation from the public by typing postcards to five White House administrations.
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‘BP with the GM’: Former colleague remembers jazz radio icon Bob Perkins
The “other BP” celebrates an iconic, Philly-born original — a journalist, beloved radio host, and mentor.
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At Philly’s FringeArts, ‘Fallawayinto’ cherishes a forgotten champion of the transgender community
Arielle Julia Brown wrote a ritualistic memoriam about her aunt, Donna Nicole Booker, who thrived in the San Francisco underground.
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Listen 2:03Philadelphia author's Dylan book becomes Hollywood hit with Chalamet
Elijah Wald and Avi Wolfman-Arent discuss the pivotal moment in Bob Dylan's career explored in Wald's book "Dylan Goes Electric!," which inspired "A Complete Unknown."
Air Date: January 10, 2025 3:00 pm
Listen 17:00Philadelphia Orchestra to premiere ‘Songs for Murdered Sisters’
The song cycle was created in response to an intimate partner killing spring in Canada in 2015.
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‘A warm welcome’: Mummers look to include more communities, groups into the tradition
One Mummer club’s partnership with a Caribbean Carnival band could pave the way for more collaborations in the future.
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Scenes from the 2025 Mummers Parade in Philadelphia
Performers in dazzling costumes wished smiling spectators well along the parade route Wednesday morning.
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2025 Mummers Parade steps off as Philadelphia rings in the new year
At Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in South Philadelphia, a Mummers Mass was held late Tuesday afternoon.
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Mt. Airy woman goes from musical theater at C.W. Henry School to ‘Suffs’ on Broadway
Laila Erica Drew’s journey reflects what arts advocates say: school arts programs nurture discipline and teamwork — essential skills for success on stage, and in life.
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Canadian model, actress found dead after suspected CO leak at Bucks County, Pa. home
Real estate records show the home belongs to actor Marc Blucas and his wife, journalist and producer Ryan Haddon Blucas.
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Where to eat in Philly right now, Low Cut Connie’s rock & roll, stars of Hamilton
We count down the most essential restaurants in our region with food critic Craig Laban. Plus, musical interviews with Philly band Low Cut Connie -- and the cast of Hamilton.
Air Date: December 26, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:40Black Visioning Group celebrates 4th anniversary with art, performances
The collective, which supports Philly’s Black queer and trans communities, is holding an event this weekend.
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The Newark ark and its mysterious creator are revived at Philly’s Theatre Exile
The enigmatic story of Kea Tawana and her visionary, defiant ark is the basis of a poetic theater piece at Theatre Exile.
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Listen 2:00Opera Philadelphia lifts voices at Broad Street Love
The Harmonious Communities program formed a choir at the service and resource center for people experiencing homelessness.
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Listen 3:00West Philly’s Shakespeare in Clark Park goes indoors for a holiday premiere
The longtime outdoor summer company is expanding into seasonal theater that is neither Shakespeare nor in Clark Park.
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