Performing Arts

Puppets speak truth to power in this annual tradition organized by art-as-activism group Spiral Q.

Oct. 26 - 29: Halloween celebrations in Philly and N.J., The Kims of Comedy, and “Rigoletto” in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

Promoters and DJs are increasingly hosting themed events, and attendees are enjoying spaces that “embrace and empower women.”

Roundtree was considered as the “first Black action hero.”

The show, based on a script by “Raisin in the Sun” playwright Lorraine Hansberry, stimulates all your senses — including your mind.

Young also appeared in films including “Chinatown” and “Once Upon a Time in America” and on TV shows including “Miami Vice” and “The Sopranos.”

Oct. 19 - 22: Philadelphia Film Festival, Hagley Craft Fair in Delaware, and Hallowine on Haddon in N.J. are among the weekend’s highlights.

Oct. 11 - 15: Philly Bike Ride, Little Feat in N.J., and Freaky Friday at the Delaware Contemporary in Wilmington are among the weekend’s highlights.

The American Philosophical Society hired actors to honor the 300th anniversary of Benjamin Franklin’s first day in Philadelphia.

Oct. 5 - 8: OURfest in Philly, Collingswood Book Festival in N.J., and Malcolm Jenkins book-signing in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

The area just south of City Hall was transformed as a hub for people who sought cultural programs 30 years ago.

Cirque du Soleil makes the North American debut of “Bazzar” in Philly, a city with a strong homegrown circus scene.

The new season, opening this weekend, will feature works by hip-hop dancer and choreographer Rennie Harris and the Negro Ensemble Company, Inc.

Nick Stuccio built Philly Fringe into a major cultural event with a national reputation. He will step down in April 2024.

Sept. 28 - Oct. 1: Philadelphia Orchestra opener in Philly, Made in New Jersey Festival, and Chillin with Charlie in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.