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Performing Arts

Scrooge (Johnny Fernandez) holds Tiny Tim (Michael Alexander Borow) on his shoulder. (Mark Garvin/Walnut Street Theatre)
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

‘A Christmas Carol’ dominates Philly stages this month. Why does it still resonate?

Finding new meaning in this nearly two century old story of redemption in a time of deep division.

3 years ago

A large menorah is seen in the foreground. In the background is Independence Mall
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Patti LaBelle, Philadelphia Rare Book Fair, dual Nutcrackers, and Hanukkah celebrations in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Dec. 7 - 10: Rare Book Fair in Philly, “Who’s Holiday” in N.J., and Winterthur seasonal events in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

3 years ago

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Taylor Swift performs during ''The Eras Tour'' in Nashville, Tenn., May 5, 2023.
NPR
Arts & Entertainment

‘Time’ magazine names Taylor Swift its 2023 Person of the Year

The international pop star has been playing to massive crowds on her Eras Tour and has garnered attention for her budding romance with Kansas City tight end Travis Kelce.

3 years ago

Pink performs on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, at Wrigley Field in Chicago.
Arts & Entertainment
6abc

P!nk announces 2024 Summer Carnival Tour with stop in South Philadelphia

The singer announced her 2024 Summer Carnival Tour will include stops at Lincoln Financial Field and Hersheypark Stadium.

3 years ago

Playwright James Ijames
Arts & Entertainment

Philly gave this Pulitzer-winning play its premiere. Now it’s finally getting on stage

The Wilma premiered James Ijames’ Pulitzer-winning play during the pandemic as a streaming film. Now we can see it in person.

3 years ago

The cast of
Arts & Entertainment

In good times and bad, 1812 Productions keeps it funny 100 times over

For its 100th production, Philadelphia's all-comedy theater company is staging its annual “This Is The Week That Is” spoof on current events.

3 years ago

Lauryn Hill performs onstage
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Small Business Saturday, Museum Store Sunday, and Ms. Lauryn Hill & The Fugees in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Nov. 23 - 26: Seasonal attractions open in Philly, Holiday Tree Lighting and Parade in N.J., and Black Friday comedy show in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

3 years ago

Listen 5:00
Kids face towards their teachers as the teacher demonstrates a certain tap dance step
Arts & Entertainment

A unique festival celebrates the rich history of tap dancing in Philadelphia

The festival is featuring master classes, live music jams, a community concert, a tap history talk, a tap history walk down Broad Street, and a closing concert at Solar Myth.

3 years ago

File photo: Runners weave their way through historic Philadelphia at the 23rd annual Philadelphia Marathon on Sunday November 19th, 2017. (Emily Cohen for WHYY)
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia Marathon Weekend, The National Dog Show, Chicago & Friends, and holiday light shows in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Nov. 16 - 19: Marathon weekend in Philly, Chicago and Friends in N.J., and First State Ballet in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

3 years ago

Listen 5:30
A scene from Man of La Mancha
Arts & Entertainment

Gone since 2019, the Barrymore Awards return to honor Philadelphia-area theater

The awards honoring Philadelphia regional theater have returned after a pandemic shutdown. Delaware Theatre Company is the big winner.

3 years ago

Morgan Charéce Hall as Ernestine Crump poses onstage
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Father Divine’s ‘fascinating personality’ sizzles through the storyline of this new Philly theater show

“Crumbs From the Table of Joy” has an interesting connection to the preacher whose namesake hotel still towers over North Broad.

3 years ago

A performer on a motorbike kicks their feet in the air
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia Street Food Fest, Universoul Circus at Fairmount Park, and the ‘Call Her Daddy’ podcast tour in this week’s Things to Do’

Nov. 9 - 12: Philly Street Food Festival, Exit Zero Jazz Fest in N.J., and ¡Música Bravo! in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

3 years ago

Listen 5:10
Abdul Matin Malikzadah throws bowls on his potters wheel at the Contemporary Craft Show
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

‘Macbeth’ remixed, Oysterfest, ‘Wicked,’ and Tailsgate at the Linc in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Nov. 2 - 5: Anthony Hamilton & Friends at the Met Philadelphia, “Curious Incident of the Dog in Nighttime’’ in N.J., and “The Moth” in Del. are among the weekend’s highlights.

3 years ago

Listen 5:35
Dance troupe members rehearse onstage.
Arts & Entertainment

On the Day of the Dead, Philly’s oldest Aztec dance troupe turns 20

On the Day of the Dead, Brujo de la Mancha celebrates two decades of advocating for and celebrating his Indigenous culture.

3 years ago

Listen 1:22
Eagles teammates Jordan Mailata, Jason Kelce, and Lane Johnson are back for an all-new holiday album, this time dubbed
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

A track-by-track review of the new Eagles Christmas album, which should have enough vinyl for everyone

We took an early listen through Jason Kelce, Jordan Mailata, and Lane Johnson’s 11-song sequel to “A Philly Special Christmas.”

3 years ago

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