Performing Arts

Real opened the West Philly concert venue 21 years ago and turned it into a nonprofit. The new leader has brought in VR technology.

Arts organizations in Philadelphia and elsewhere scramble to cope with an abrupt cancellation of promised federal funds from the National Endowment for the Arts.

The original “Cato” was a favorite play of George Washington. Philadelphia Artists’ Collective reimagines it with a critical lens.

The annual Walk of Fame ceremony returned after a pause in 2024.

Festival headliners including Frank Turner, The Bouncing Souls, and event organizer Dave Hause will play alongside AJJ and Tim McIlrath.

Curio’s original comedy about a funeral home is superseded by the creative team’s familial cancer diagnoses, one of which is terminal.

Will Smith returns to music after two decades with his new album, "Based on a True Story." He spoke with Cherri Gregg about his connection to his hometown and personal growth.

Researchers in Philadelphia discussed findings on arts education and how to improve access to it.

The new movie tells the story of a groundbreaking doctor in pediatric oncology. Writer and producer Julia Fisher Farbman sat down with Studio 2 co-host Cherri Gregg.

We rounded up the coolest spots in Delaware, New Jersey, Philadelphia and the suburbs for food and drink, outdoor activities, attractions worth the cost and free things to do.

The two actors playing brothers trying to bridge irreconcilable racial differences switch roles every night.

The arts organization teamed up with Creative Philadelphia to award funding to local jazz artists and education programs throughout the month.

A version of “King Henry IV” adapted into Americana folk songs is getting its world premiere.

Temple University’s production of the original musical “Mystic Rapture” is just one of many local college shows.

The all-ages festival, co-produced by former Philadelphia Eagle Connor Barwin and promoter Bowery Presents, will take place Friday, July 25 and Sunday, July 27.