In Seneca Weintraut's second solo exhibition with COMMONWEAL he continues his investigations into the contemporary American psyche through the lens of popular culture with a focus on the resurgence of the “folk horror” genre, which uses elements of folklore to invoke fear and foreboding. Weintraut's paintings, collages and sculptures question the romanticism of alternative value […]

The North American premier of "LOST LEAR", by Irish writer/director Dan Colley, will be at Villanova University's Mullen Performing Arts Center February 13th - 15th. Lost Lear tells the story of Joy, a retired actor with dementia, who is reliving her memories of rehearsing the Shakespearean tragedy. A nursing home resident, Joy is cared for […]

Join us at Locks Gallery on Friday, February 14th from 5 to 7pm to celebrate the opening of his two new exhibitions with John Moore: "Charcoals" featuring his recent drawings, and "A Window Into Something Else" featuring a selection of paintings from the late 1970s to 2021. Meet the artist, browse two floors of exhibitions, […]

The North American premier of "LOST LEAR", by Irish writer/director Dan Colley, will be at Villanova University's Mullen Performing Arts Center February 13th - 15th. Lost Lear tells the story of Joy, a retired actor with dementia, who is reliving her memories of rehearsing the Shakespearean tragedy. A nursing home resident, Joy is cared for […]

The North American premier of "LOST LEAR", by Irish writer/director Dan Colley, will be at Villanova University's Mullen Performing Arts Center February 13th - 15th. Lost Lear tells the story of Joy, a retired actor with dementia, who is reliving her memories of rehearsing the Shakespearean tragedy. A nursing home resident, Joy is cared for […]

Esperanza Arts Center presents Tommy Mesa Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia Saturday, February 15, 2025 7:00pm TEATRO ESPERANZA General Admission: $20 Students & Seniors (60+) FREE Haydn Cello Concerto No. 1 in C major, Hob. VIIb/1 Montgomery Divided Williams New Commission Haydn Symphony No. 64 in A major, Hob I:64 (‘Tempora mutantur”) Hailed as one of […]

The Colonial Theatre is raising funds to repoint the historic west wall of the beloved 1903 Theatre. This is your chance to enjoy a night of legendary music while supporting the preservation of a treasured landmark. Rock together and put another brick in the wall to safeguard the 1903 Theatre for future generations! Help keep […]

Schools are closed, but the museum is open! Join us at the Weitzman for a FREE Family Day jam-packed with fun activities for all ages. This year, we’re spotlighting Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM) alongside exciting programs, an art workshop, crafts, a resource fair, scavenger hunts, and more.

This virtual talk explores the past, present, and future of indigo dye. Indigo is one of the most widespread and beloved dyes in history, from the oldest Mesopotamian dye records to modern blue jeans. Due to its unique chemical properties, the hunt for a synthetic indigo spurred intense competition in the late 1800s, the environmental […]

Join The Print Center for an Artist Talk with William Camargo. This program is presented in conjunction with the current exhibition “William Camargo: The Sense of Brown,” on view through April 5. This program is free and open to the public. Zoom registration required. Zoom registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtdO2grzotH9RcuhA8NAGlAURzyObapwA3#/registration Image: Self portrait of William Camargo and “Ya’ll […]

Esperanza Arts Center presents José Clemente Orozco: Man of Fire Latin Food, Live Music, Screening, and Conversation Thursday, February 20, 2025, 6:00pm 6:00pm Reception, Live Music & Dancing 7:00pm Film Screening 8:00pm Conversation and Q&A GRAN SALON & PLAZA FREE: General Admission The life of Mexican muralist José Clemente Orozco (1883-1949), a life filled with […]

Join us at H&H Books as author-artists Erika Morillo and Irit Reinheimer discuss Morillo's book Mother Archive: A Dominican Family Memoir---now a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award in Autobiography! In her book, Morillo reconciles the demons of her past, including a family murder kept secret, the mysterious disappearance of her father, the […]

Join Bristol Riverside Theatre for an in-depth post-show exploration of the powerful themes throughout the BRT production of Anna Deavere Smith’s Fires in the Mirrors! In the summer of 1991, Crown Heights, NY, exploded into three days of violence fed by rumors and competing narratives formed from incomplete facts. In the chaos, some saw anti-Black […]

For the first time ever, and for one night only, the Museum for Art in Wood transforms its exhibition gallery into the ultimate dance floor. With the art on vacation between exhibitions, we’re filling the space with electrifying beats and your best moves! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to dance the night away in one […]

We’re excited to announce two upcoming solo exhibitions at Gross McCleaf Gallery: ✨ Joseph Lozano: A Discreet History of Trees Rooted in storytelling, Joseph Lozano’s work blends historical narratives, personal reflections, and painterly exploration, transcending the boundaries of realism and abstraction. Inspired by his hikes in the Wissahickon and the lore of the 17th-century Hermits […]

Tatreez Workshop with Johara Shamaa February 22nd, 2025 at 6 PM In this workshop, we will explore the rich history and cultural significance of Tatreez, the traditional Palestinian embroidery. Participants will learn about the origins of this art form, the different techniques used, and the symbolism behind motifs and patterns. We will learn about thobes […]