
Performing Arts
Musicians and poets perform new work inspired by PAFA’s American art
A concert of poets and musicians showcases new work inspired by PAFA’s exhibition “Making American Artists.”
2 days ago
Lance Reddick, ‘The Wire’ and ‘John Wick’ star, dies at 60
Reddick was often put in a suit or a crisp uniform during his career, playing tall taciturn and elegant men of distinction.
2 days ago
March 16-19: "Boeing Boeing" in Del., St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in Philly, and “Macbeth" in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.
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Listen 4:36Headlining music and comedy acts include Halsey, Santana, Stephen Colbert, Bill Burr, and Demi Lovato.
6 days ago
How does Oscars voting work? This is how winners are decided
Final voting takes place not too long before the ceremony and is done completely online. For most categories, it's pretty simple.
1 week ago
Upper Dublin mathematician is incredibly good at predicting Oscar winners
Last year, Ben Zauzmer accurately predicted 19 out of 20 categories.
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March 9-12: “The Simon and Garfunkel Show” in Del., World Cafe Live Beer Fest in Philly, and Patti Labelle in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.
2 weeks ago
Listen 5:30Year after the slap, Chris Rock hits back in new special
The 58-year-old comedian on Saturday night performed his first stand-up special since last year’s Oscars.
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Mayoral candidates discuss Philly arts sector at Kimmel Center forum
A mayoral forum at the Kimmel Center asked nine candidates about how to fund and leverage the arts to address city problems.
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March 2-5: Trombone Shorty in Del., Philadelphia Flower Show, and Haddonfield Restaurant Week in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.
3 weeks ago
Listen 4:24‘10 Days in a Madhouse’ to premiere next season at Opera Philadelphia
“10 Days in a Madhouse,” “Unholy Wars,” a new “Madame Butterfly” present alternative voices opposing oppression.
3 weeks ago
Feb. 23 - Feb. 26: The Brit Pack in Del., Bierfest in Philly, and “Unfinished Women” in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.
4 weeks ago
Listen 6:30This Philly drag show tackles climate change — on ice
Performers hope audiences leave the show feeling “energized and curious” about climate solutions.
4 weeks ago
Listen 5:05Richard Belzer, stand-up comic and TV detective, dies at 78
Belzer died Sunday at his home in Bozouls in southern France, his longtime friend Bill Scheft told The Hollywood Reporter.
4 weeks ago
This drag show in Philly is about climate change, and warm weather spoiled its opening night
After an opening night spoiled by weirdly warm weather, The Bearded Ladies are ready to inspire collective action against climate change using camp.
1 month ago