Performing Arts

May 24 - 28: Roots Picnic in Pa., “Stop Kiss” in N.J., and Carly Pearce in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

Six benches around Philly’s historic district entertain passersby with tales from American history.

The Arden Theatre opens “25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” at the same time two Philly kids are competing in the national bee.

May 24 - 28: Guac Off, Philly Tango Fest in Pa., and May Fair in N.J. are among the Memorial Day weekend’s event highlights.

“The Puzzle” by Juliette Dunn is loosely based on her own non-verbal son. It stars a Philadelphia actor who is also on the autism spectrum.

Representatives for Stevenson told The Associated Press that he died Sunday but had no other details to share on Monday.

May 19-21: Bellefonte Arts Fest in Delaware, New Hope Pridefest in Pa., and “Water by the Spoonful” in N.J. are among this weekend’s event highlights.

When it comes to showcasing Philly’s DIY spirit and love for the absurd, few events can compare.

Mom’s Dance Extravaganza in Delaware, Kensington Derby in Philly, and “School of Rock” in South Jersey are among this weekend’s event highlights.

The PA Tick Research Lab, one of only three labs nationwide engaged in tick testing and research, is analyzing data from 30,000 tick exposures in Pennsylvania from 2019-2021.

A jury has concluded that British singer Ed Sheeran's hit song “Thinking Out Loud” didn't copy key components of Marvin Gaye's classic tune “Let's Get It On.”

The honor for the late actress, who played Princess Leia and many other roles in a lengthy career, will be accepted by her daughter and fellow Star Wars actress Billie Lourd.

May 4 - May 7: First Friday Art in Delaware, street fests in Philly, and the Down and Derby Festival in South Jersey are among this weekend’s event highlights.

Cherelle Parker on her plans if elected mayor of Philadelphia. Journalist Ernest Owens makes 'The Case for Cancel Culture.' And Pulitzer winner James Ijames on 'Abandon.'

April 27 - April 30: KRS One celebrates hip hop in Delaware, Penn Relays in Philly, and a Short Film Fest in South Jersey are among this weekend’s event highlights.