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  • The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow at The Stagecrafters Theater of Chestnut Hill

    The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow at The Stagecrafters Theater of Chestnut Hill
    The Stagecrafters Theater 8130 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, P, United States

    IMAGINATIVE TECHNO-COMEDY OPENING AT THE STAGECRAFTERS The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow is a hilarious and heartfelt “techno-comedy,” that tells the story of Jennifer Marcus, an agoraphobic computer genius, who goes searching for her biological mother in China. Along the way she is aided by a Mormon missionary, a pizza delivery driver, and the outstanding robot she built called Jenny Chow. The play, authored by Rolin Jones, won the 2006 Obie Award for Playwriting. Mr. Jones was also a finalist for the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for this play. For the last four years, Mr. Jones has been writer-producer

    $26 – $30

  • FREE Youth Choir – Singing City: Next Generation

    GIRL DOLLS: The American Musical
    Temple University Presser Hall 2001 N. 13th St., Philadelphia, United States

    "Love to sing? Come sing with us! Singing City: Next Generation is a FREE choir for kids and teens, as part of a collaboration between Singing City and Temple Music Prep's Community Music Scholars Program. Everyone is welcome- no audition required! Just come ready to sing, have fun, and make new friends. Registration is required. Sign up to secure your spot: https://tinyurl.com/NextGenerationYouthChoir Rehearsal Location: Temple University – Presser Hall 2001 N. 13th St. (Entrance on Norris St. between 12th and 13th Streets) Director: Kendra Balmer Youth Choir Director, Singing City Adjunct Assistant Professor, Boyer College of Music & Dance, Temple

    Free

  • Once Upon a Glow a blacklight mask & puppet performance

    Once Upon a Glow a blacklight mask & puppet performance
    Plays & Players Theatre 1714 Delancey Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Step into a glowing world where dance, music, and imagination come together with ArcheDream for Humankind. Once Upon A Glow: Stories in the Blacklight is a family-friendly performance that brings glowing characters and playful scenes to life through blacklight masks, dance and puppets. Because the performance relies on physical storytelling rather than dialogue, it is accessible across languages and generations. Glowing creatures, silly characters with big personalities, and everyday situations turned magical under ultraviolet light, are a delight to all ages. From delicate butterflies taking flight to curious insects buzzing into motion, or mysterious creatures in luminous landscapes, bursts of

    Free – $15

  • Once Upon a Glow a blacklight mask & puppet performance

    Once Upon a Glow a blacklight mask & puppet performance
    Plays & Players Theatre 1714 Delancey Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Step into a glowing world where dance, music, and imagination come together with ArcheDream for Humankind. Once Upon A Glow: Stories in the Blacklight is a family-friendly performance that brings glowing characters and playful scenes to life through blacklight masks, dance and puppets. Because the performance relies on physical storytelling rather than dialogue, it is accessible across languages and generations. Glowing creatures, silly characters with big personalities, and everyday situations turned magical under ultraviolet light, are a delight to all ages. From delicate butterflies taking flight to curious insects buzzing into motion, or mysterious creatures in luminous landscapes, bursts of

    Free – $15

  • Dendê Macêdo – Recycled Sounds – Philly Jazz Month Concert at Borski Park

    Robert A. Borski, Jr. Park 3150 Orthodox Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate Philly Jazz Month with an unforgettable evening of rhythm, creativity, and community along the Delaware River. Join us on Friday, April 25 at 6 PM at Borski Park for a live performance by internationally recognized percussionist Dendê Macêdo and his innovative Recycled Sounds project. This unique musical experience transforms everyday objects into instruments, creating vibrant Afro-Brazilian rhythms while sharing a powerful message about sustainability, creativity, and the value of reusing materials. Using handmade instruments crafted from found and repurposed materials—everything from buckets and bottles to tires and scrap metal—Macêdo layers sounds live using a loop pedal to build rich,

    Free

  • Once Upon a Glow a blacklight mask & puppet performance

    Once Upon a Glow a blacklight mask & puppet performance
    Plays & Players Theatre 1714 Delancey Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Step into a glowing world where dance, music, and imagination come together with ArcheDream for Humankind. Once Upon A Glow: Stories in the Blacklight is a family-friendly performance that brings glowing characters and playful scenes to life through blacklight masks, dance and puppets. Because the performance relies on physical storytelling rather than dialogue, it is accessible across languages and generations. Glowing creatures, silly characters with big personalities, and everyday situations turned magical under ultraviolet light, are a delight to all ages. From delicate butterflies taking flight to curious insects buzzing into motion, or mysterious creatures in luminous landscapes, bursts of

    Free – $15

  • The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow at The Stagecrafters Theater of Chestnut Hill

    The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow at The Stagecrafters Theater of Chestnut Hill
    The Stagecrafters Theater 8130 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, P, United States

    IMAGINATIVE TECHNO-COMEDY OPENING AT THE STAGECRAFTERS The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow is a hilarious and heartfelt “techno-comedy,” that tells the story of Jennifer Marcus, an agoraphobic computer genius, who goes searching for her biological mother in China. Along the way she is aided by a Mormon missionary, a pizza delivery driver, and the outstanding robot she built called Jenny Chow. The play, authored by Rolin Jones, won the 2006 Obie Award for Playwriting. Mr. Jones was also a finalist for the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for this play. For the last four years, Mr. Jones has been writer-producer

    $26 – $30

  • Immigrant Rights Film Screening, Live Cumbia Band, and Barbacoa at Bartram’s Garden

    Immigrant Rights Film Screening, Live Cumbia Band, and Barbacoa at Bartram’s Garden
    Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    JourneyArts' Table Sessions is back at Bartram’s Garden on April 29th and 30th, curated by award-winning Philly filmmaker Kristal Sotomayor! Catch a screening of Expanding Sanctuary, which tells the story of Linda, a Mexican immigrant mother who joins local activist organization Juntos to fight against ICE in Philadelphia, enjoy a live performance from local cumbia band Mariposas Galacticas AND catering from award-winning Chef Cristina Martinez of South Philly Barbacoa!

    $28

  • Immigrant Rights Film Screening, Live Cumbia Band, and Barbacoa at Bartram’s Garden

    Immigrant Rights Film Screening, Live Cumbia Band, and Barbacoa at Bartram’s Garden
    Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    JourneyArts' Table Sessions is back at Bartram’s Garden on April 29th and 30th, curated by award-winning Philly filmmaker Kristal Sotomayor! Catch a screening of Expanding Sanctuary, which tells the story of Linda, a Mexican immigrant mother who joins local activist organization Juntos to fight against ICE in Philadelphia, enjoy a live performance from local cumbia band Mariposas Galacticas AND catering from award-winning Chef Cristina Martinez of South Philly Barbacoa!

    $28

  • FREE Youth Choir – Singing City: Next Generation

    GIRL DOLLS: The American Musical
    Temple University Presser Hall 2001 N. 13th St., Philadelphia, United States

    "Love to sing? Come sing with us! Singing City: Next Generation is a FREE choir for kids and teens, as part of a collaboration between Singing City and Temple Music Prep's Community Music Scholars Program. Everyone is welcome- no audition required! Just come ready to sing, have fun, and make new friends. Registration is required. Sign up to secure your spot: https://tinyurl.com/NextGenerationYouthChoir Rehearsal Location: Temple University – Presser Hall 2001 N. 13th St. (Entrance on Norris St. between 12th and 13th Streets) Director: Kendra Balmer Youth Choir Director, Singing City Adjunct Assistant Professor, Boyer College of Music & Dance, Temple

    Free

  • FREE Youth Choir – Singing City: Next Generation

    GIRL DOLLS: The American Musical
    Temple University Presser Hall 2001 N. 13th St., Philadelphia, United States

    "Love to sing? Come sing with us! Singing City: Next Generation is a FREE choir for kids and teens, as part of a collaboration between Singing City and Temple Music Prep's Community Music Scholars Program. Everyone is welcome- no audition required! Just come ready to sing, have fun, and make new friends. Registration is required. Sign up to secure your spot: https://tinyurl.com/NextGenerationYouthChoir Rehearsal Location: Temple University – Presser Hall 2001 N. 13th St. (Entrance on Norris St. between 12th and 13th Streets) Director: Kendra Balmer Youth Choir Director, Singing City Adjunct Assistant Professor, Boyer College of Music & Dance, Temple

    Free

  • cinéSPEAK x Two Locals Brewing Company present Sorry to Bother You (2018)

    Two Locals Brewing 3675 Market Street, #Suite 100, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for cinéSPEAK x Two Locals Brewing Company present Movie Mondays—a monthly gathering every 2nd Monday celebrating innovative Black filmmakers! In May, we’re centering workers and labor organizing by showcasing the work of the brilliant Boots Riley and his 2018 indie hit, Sorry to Bother You. Be sure to keep an eye on his next highly anticipated feature, I Love Boosters, which hits theaters on May 22! Event Flow: Enjoy happy hour at 5-7 PM ($9 sangria, $1 off beer & wine, $10 bartender's special cocktail!) Film at 6-8:30PM (you'll have fun AND be home and in bed before

    $135

  • Field of Radiance

    Field of Radiance

    Studio 31 on the Chester County Studio Tour — The Field of Radiance is a two-day art exhibition and live Rumi concert at the historic Green Barn in East Fallowfield Township, Chester County's Brandywine Valley. May 16–17. Six contemporary artists transform a 19th-century barn into a gallery of painting, photography, mixed media, and illuminated text — rooted in the natural world and the contemplative life. On Sunday, May 17 at 2pm, the barn hosts a free Rumi poetry reading and live music concert. Suzzette Ortiz — whose collaborators include Bobby McFerrin — performs on harp and piano alongside Amira Dvorah

    Free

  • Field of Radiance

    Field of Radiance

    Studio 31 on the Chester County Studio Tour — The Field of Radiance is a two-day art exhibition and live Rumi concert at the historic Green Barn in East Fallowfield Township, Chester County's Brandywine Valley. May 16–17. Six contemporary artists transform a 19th-century barn into a gallery of painting, photography, mixed media, and illuminated text — rooted in the natural world and the contemplative life. On Sunday, May 17 at 2pm, the barn hosts a free Rumi poetry reading and live music concert. Suzzette Ortiz — whose collaborators include Bobby McFerrin — performs on harp and piano alongside Amira Dvorah

    Free

  • Field of Radiance

    Field of Radiance

    Studio 31 on the Chester County Studio Tour — The Field of Radiance is a two-day art exhibition and live Rumi concert at the historic Green Barn in East Fallowfield Township, Chester County's Brandywine Valley. May 16–17. Six contemporary artists transform a 19th-century barn into a gallery of painting, photography, mixed media, and illuminated text — rooted in the natural world and the contemplative life. On Sunday, May 17 at 2pm, the barn hosts a free Rumi poetry reading and live music concert. Suzzette Ortiz — whose collaborators include Bobby McFerrin — performs on harp and piano alongside Amira Dvorah

    Free

  • Festival of Many Colors

    Mummers Museum 1100 S. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Festival of Many Colors is a free outdoor festival showcasing three festive Philadelphia traditions - the Mummers, Philly Caribbean Carnival and Carnaval de Puebla en Philadelphia. It features craft vendors, food truck and performances including Quaker City String Band, Philly Pan Starts Steel Orchestra, Banda La Poblanita and other acts from the three traditions.

    Free

  • Jazz on the Green at Fisher Park

    Fisher Park 571 West Spencer Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Kick off the summer with four amazing live bands! Jazz on the Green will bring live music to the Olney section of Philadelphia on Saturday, June 6. This multi-generational showcase will present four distinguished groups of musicians including the venerable Professor Randy J. Gibson & the Double Portion Ensemble, Composer & Pianist Sumi Tonooka, Roy Suarez Quintet and a performer to be announced. The event will be held from 3 pm - 7 pm. In case of inclement weather forecast, the event will be moved indoors at Gibson School of Music at 5425 North 5th Street.

    Free

  • cinéSPEAK x Two Locals Brewing Company present Set It Off (30th Anniversary) and Rainbow Girls

    Two Locals Brewing 3675 Market Street, #Suite 100, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for cinéSPEAK x Two Locals Brewing Company present Movie Mondays—a monthly gathering every 2nd Monday celebrating innovative Black filmmakers! In June, we’re celebrating Pride with queer heist films: F. Gary Gray's Set It Off (1996) and Nana Duffour's award-winning short, Rainbow Girls (2025). Eat the rich! Event Flow: Enjoy happy hour at 5-7 PM ($9 sangria, $1 off beer & wine, $10 bartender's special cocktail!) Film at 6-8:30PM (you'll have fun AND be home and in bed before 10!) Food: BYO-Dinner (bring your dinner or have it delivered) Free movie theater style popcorn by cinéSPEAK Tickets: This event

  • Art For the Cash Poor

    InLiquid Gallery in the Crane Building 1400 North American, Suit 108, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Art for the Cash Poor 2026 will be inside and outside! Learn more and connect with our vendors below. Purchase works from 100+ artists, crafters, and designers both inside the Icebox Project Space and outside the Crane Arts Building! The Art for the Cash Poor festival is an affordable art fair that activates and brings together North American Street's robust arts corridor. ‍ Artist vendors sell original works for $250 or less and local arts and community organizations will provide free programming for visitors that day, including arts and crafts-making demonstrations, workshops, and more! Art for the Cash Poor brings

    $135

  • Ukrainian Folk Festival 2026

    Ukrainian American Sport Center 1 Lower State Road, North Wales, P, United States

    UKRAINIAN FOLK FESTIVAL & SUMMER CONCERT 2026 Celebrate the enduring, vibrant culture of a people that fights for freedom! Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday Horsham, PA - Sunday, August 23; 12:00 – 8:00 PM. The Ukrainian Folk Festival & Summer Concert 2026 will be held at the Ukrainian American Sport Center (www.tryzub.org), County Line and Lower State Roads, Horsham, PA. Exciting, spectacular, dazzling, breathtaking, exhilarating, spirited, soulful, enchanting, captivating, and intriguing – modest words which describe but by no means capture the essence of Ukrainian folk art, music, song and dance. From the rich color and deep symbolism of the delicate

    $15 – $20