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Performing Arts

John Coltrane
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Philly celebrates John Coltrane’s 100th birthday with $27,000 in grant funding for artists

Artists with a “soul-tie” to Coltrane’s music have the opportunity to showcase new ideas with Coltrane 100 Philly.

1 day ago

Dolly Parton waving to fans during a parade from a carriage, surrounded by pink and white flowers.
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

How Dolly Parton made her mark on Philadelphia

A look at some of the late country star’s most notable Philly appearances.

2 days ago

Dolly Parton holds up a children's book
Arts & Entertainment

Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations has died at 80

The beloved music and film star known for her vibrant personality and poignant songwriting has died at 80.

3 days ago

Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

How to Fringe: Your guide to Philly’s massive Fringe Festival

With more than 300 shows on the calendar, Fringe Festival has something for everyone. Here’s how to discover what’s up your alley.

3 days ago

Side-by-side photos of candidates Scott Timko and Brandon Dukes.
Politics & Policy

Democrats declare victory in razor-close Butler County state House special election

Democrats aimed to increase their lead in the state House while Republicans hoped to maintain their grip on the 12th District.

1 week ago

danceLogic dancers on stage
Arts & Entertainment

Dance becomes a step toward coding at a West Philly arts program

At danceLogic, girls use choreography and computer programming to build confidence, solve problems and explore futures they may not have considered.

2 weeks ago

Quintessence Theatre js seen, in the middle of a busy city block.
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Billy Penn City Guide: Mt. Airy and Quintessence Theatre Group

Quintessence is part of an arts scene resurgence in Mt. Airy.

2 weeks ago

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The Pulse
Science

Think Inside the Box: How Limits Fuel Creativity

A look at how constraints can fuel the creative process — and how too much freedom can do the opposite.

Air Date: August 7, 2026

Listen 24:12
This Silent Music at Philly’s James Turrell’s Skyspace
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Shhh! A silent concert is coming to Chestnut Hill this Saturday

This Silent Music at Philly’s James Turrell’s Skyspace is an experimental show about unplugging from the algorithm and back into nature.

3 weeks ago

Pa. Treasurer, Joseph M. Torsella, blue suit, orange tie, at podium
Arts & Entertainment

Philly’s Fringe Festival puts rookie theater makers (including a former state treasurer) in the spotlight

Former Pennsylvania Treasurer Joe Torsella and other newcomers join a massive field of producing nearly 100 shows for Fringe.

4 weeks ago

Shakespeare in Clark Park
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Everybody is Hamlet in Philly’s ‘Shakespeare in Clark Park’

Multiple actors take a turn portraying the main character in this twisty take on the Shakespeare classic.

1 month ago

Members of the Philly band Mid Sentence
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

How Philly band’s viral kickball commentating is helping to build a following

Mid Sentence is using the popular social videos to vibe with its community and promote its debut album.

1 month ago

FringeArts CEO and Program Director Nell Bang-Jensen
Arts & Entertainment

Philly Fringe Fest hits the big 3-0 this fall and will feature 330 performances

The annual Fringe Festival is expected to match last year’s record number of shows.

1 month ago

Listen 1:30
The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane
Health

Art Cure: the healing power of the arts

Why going to a concert or museum, taking up painting or dancing, joining a book group, or going to the movies is a big boost to your health.

Air Date: July 10, 2026 12:00 pm

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Tens of thousands of people packed Wawa Welcome America's Pops on Independence concert
Arts & Entertainment

Philly POPS performs at Independence Park with Idina Menzel, even as heat wave forces cancellation of other July 4 events

The city’s free July Fourth concert on the Parkway is still on. Organizers say Saturday's star-studded show will happen rain or shine.

2 months ago

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