On View: December 20, 2024 Designer and Artist Rucker reactivates the classic design of Jet magazine covers, adorning them with prominent figures throughout Pennsylvania’s history. From Cecil B. Moore and August Wilson to Patti LaBelle and D.J. Jazzy Jeff, these covers visualize the diverse cultural landscape of Black Pennsylvanian achievement while underscoring the intergenerational importance […]
On View: December 24, 2024 Pearl Bailey is an award-winning actress, singer, songwriter, and author. Her many achievements include winning a Daytime Emmy Award, and a Toni Award for her role in the all-Black production of Hello Dolly. Whether it was acting on Broadway, singing the national anthem for two the World Series, opening for […]
Echoes of Change and Origin presents a compelling exploration of humanity’s complex relationship with the natural world. Featuring the works of Deborah Moss Marris and Demetra Tassiou, whose layered approaches uncover profound narratives of transformation, memory, and connection. Marris delves into the urgent themes of climate change and pollution. Through meticulously layered images of nature […]
“The Bride Has Gone to Pick Flowers” is a group exhibition curated by Lila Nazemian with mentorship from Martha Joseph that presents the work of Levon Kafafian, Fatemeh Kazemi, and Levani. The artists in the show utilize installation, sculpture, assemblage, textile, sound, and performance to delve into the significance of marriage rituals from the Caucasus […]
Just a Moment features work by painters Christina Penrose and Mary Powers-Holt. Each artist finds beauty in observation, drawing inspiration from the peaceful environments around them. Christina invites us into quiet still life paintings of moments on kitchen tables. Her blue and white dishware cradles bright roma tomatoes and peppers, the succulent colors make the […]
Tuesdays and Thursdays from March 6 - May 29, 2025 After-Hours Whisky Tours of Carpenters’ Hall, home of the First Continental Congress in 1774, feature access to the Hall’s rarely-seen second floor and 19th-century library. Led by Executive Director Michael Norris, these exclusive, 90-minute, small group tours of the 1770-built National Historic Landmark run after […]
Museum for Art in Wood presents “Katie Hudnall: The Longest Distance between Two Points,” the first museum-organized solo presentation of fine woodworker Katie Hudnall’s unique and captivating work. The exhibition features a series of sculptural works and a large-scale interactive installation created from salvaged wood that captures Hudnall’s eye for the absurdly mechanical and uncanny. […]
NEW YORK, NY (March 28, 2025) — The New York Society of Women Artists (NYSWA) proudly inaugurates its Centennial Exhibition, Reflections on Progress: 100 Years of the New York Society of Women Artists in the Treasure Room of the Interchurch Gallery in Harlem. This landmark exhibition will feature works by 44 current NYSWA members alongside […]
"A Romance in Lower Mathematics" showcases Kelly Dzioba's exploration of connection through intricate, rule-based processes. Inspired by the 1965 animated short The Dot and the Line: A Romance in Lower Mathematics, Dzioba's minimalist, geometric works emerge from repeated gestures — twisting, knotting, and connecting materials into cohesive forms. Each piece captures the moment when individual […]
"Bright House" invites visitors into a vibrant world where art and function converge, showcasing Ellie Richards’ playful fusion of sculpture and utility through colorful furniture, lamps, and bold home décor. This dynamic collection sparks joy and conversation, celebrating creativity and craftsmanship. Join us for the opening reception on April 4 from 5–8 PM and the […]
In the Soft Light brings together four artists who explore the masculine through the soft light of photography and sculpture. Each artist delves into the physical and emotional closeness between men, finding softness and lightness while challenging traditional conceptions of masculinity. Photographers Thomas W. Moore, German Ayala Vazquez, and Robert Carter, along with sculptor Michael […]
In the Soft Light brings together four artists who explore the masculine through the soft light of photography and sculpture. Each artist delves into the physical and emotional closeness between men, finding softness and lightness while challenging traditional conceptions of masculinity. Photographers Thomas W. Moore, German Ayala Vazquez, and Robert Carter, along with sculptor Michael […]
Two’s a Crowd APRIL 10 - MAY 24, 2025 TSA Members, Open Call Friends & Collaborators Alyse C. Bernstein with Cecilia McKinnon, Greyory Blake with Danqi Cai and Yangbin Park, Nicolo Gentile with Mike Fernandez, Suji Kanneganti with Olivia Guarnieri, Amy Lee Ketchum with Josh Graupera, Abbey Lakey with Sunny Hsu, Madhu Lal with Zuha Nasim, […]
The Wilma Theater presents the regional premiere of ‘Archduke’ by Rajiv Joseph. Three boys – Gavrilo Princip, Trifko Grabež, and Nedeljko Čabrinović – are recruited by a mysterious organization with promises of glory, purpose, and a sandwich. Their depraved Captain sends the boys on a mission he claims will restore order and justice to their […]
The Print Center is pleased to present “Cecilia Paredes: By my side or back of me,” the Philadelphia debut for the Peruvian-born, internationally recognized artist. The solo exhibition presents Paredes’ exceptional performative photographic self-portraits as well as an immersive, site-specific, sculptural installation created from “wishes” contributed by visitors to The Print Center. Together, these works […]
Unforeseen Matter explores the idea of coming to a crossroads, a place of transition, change or potential new directions. This split point can lead you down a path of infinite possibilities, altering your trajectory of life. This exhibition features artists, Donna Backues and Judith Jacobson who both create expansive imagery in their work which ventures […]
Disenchanted! By Dennis T. Giacino Directed by Annie Hnatko April 25th, 26th; May 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 2025 Friday and Saturday at 8:00 p.m., Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Poison apples and lost slippers are just the beginning. The original storybook heroines are none-too-happy with the way they’ve been portrayed in today’s pop culture, […]
Our friends at The Clay Studio will be bringing their Claymobile and offering instruction and hands on experience in working with the medium of clay. Registration before the event is strongly encouraged by calling 215-685-0498.
Do you love video games? Animated films? Mixed media installations? Then join us at Temple University for immersive play and storytelling in an exhibition featuring works by Film and Media Arts students that explore and interpret ways in which we experience digital media.
Invoking Temple founder Russel Conwell’s “acres of diamonds” speech, the 26th Annual Diamond Screen Festival showcases the best work by up-and-coming filmmakers and media artists in Temple’s program. Two days of programming showcase outstanding documentary, narrative and experimental films alongside a boundary-breaking and inventive media arts exhibition. Stay tuned for more information on the fest […]
Welsh Road Library welcomes all Wicked fans. We’ll be hosting way stations in the afternoon filled with crafts, experiments, fun, and games based around the film. After the fun at our location, we’ll be encouraging fans to check out the Movie Sing Along screening of Wicked happening at Penn-Crisp gym at 6 PM sharp. Please […]
Twelve Gates is excited to invite you to our first Revision Workshop for The Poets' Studio. Facilitated by Sanam Sheriff, we will be workshopping three poets with priority given to those who attended April's Writing Workshop. THE POETS’ STUDIO is a two-part monthly gathering for poets in Philadelphia who are interested in writing, revising, and […]
Get ready to relive the magic of the ’70s! 70’s Flashback is taking you on a journey through the unforgettable hits of The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Fleetwood Mac, Earth, Wind & Fire, and more. This concert is a full-blown, high-energy experience that will have audiences belting out every lyric, dancing in seats, and transported […]
Pink Moon: Fine Art/Photo/Video BFA Senior Exhibition April 30 – May 23, 2025 Artists’ talks: Wednesday, April 30, 3:00-4:00 pm Campus Opening: Wednesday, April 30, 4:00-7:00 pm Opening Reception: Saturday May 3, 2:00-5:00 pm Celebrate the BFA Seniors’ exhibition, Pink Moon. Featured Artists: Anthony Argondizzo, Abigail Buckley, Cate Curran, Jasmine Delgado, Olivia D’Iorio, Amanda Harding, […]
Benjamin Lay - shepherd, sailor, revolutionary, and the British Empire’s first revolutionary abolitionist - returns from the grave almost 300 years after his death, as feisty and unpredictable as ever. The 4ft “David” confronts the “Goliath” of slavery as he demands once again to be readmitted into the Quaker community that disowned him for ideas […]
Paradigm Gallery + Studio is pleased to present Watch Me Backflip, a solo exhibition featuring the work of mixed media and fibers artist Kelly Kozma. Watch Me Backflip embraces ideas of reusing material, interconnectedness, and the significance of the smallest interaction on a much larger environment. Entering her 14th year working with Paradigm, Kozma will […]
April Flory and Judith Schermer’s new shows opens at 3rd Street Gallery on Friday, May 2, and runs through June 1. 3rd Street Gallery is located at 610 S 3rd Street. Gallery hours: Fridays, 4:00—7:30 p.m., Saturdays, 1:00—5:00 p.m., and Sundays, 12:00-4:00 p.m.
Step into the untold stories of history’s hidden heroes. Join us after hours to explore the lives and legacies of the remarkable women laid to rest at Christ Church Burial Ground. You'll meet trailblazers like Julia Stockton Rush, Sarah Franklin Bache, and the legendary Alice of Dunks Ferry, whose courage and contributions helped shape Philadelphia […]
Museum for Art in Wood presents the First Friday opening of “Katie Hudnall: The Longest Distance between Two Points,” the first museum-organized solo presentation of fine woodworker Katie Hudnall’s unique and captivating work. The exhibition features a series of sculptural works and a large-scale interactive installation created from salvaged wood that captures Hudnall’s eye for […]
Get ready to travel back in time to the fabulous 1980s! Whether you rocked the Jazzercise leotard or spent hours trying to solve the Rubik’s Cube, there’s something for everyone. Come dressed in your best 80s attire—think leg warmers, scrunchies, and hairspray galore. Join in on the ultimate 80s scavenger hunt through our museum, then […]
Join Arch Enemy Arts on May 2nd from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. for the opening reception of three solo features by Joe Vollan, painter of doom-folk fairytales in acrylic; JB Burke, whose insanely realistic candy-colored pencil drawings must be seen to be believed; and Sad Salesman, presenting 25+ hilarious and adorable potato people figurines. […]
You Hold Me and I'll Hold you new work by Emily Royer In these uncertain times, a fear creeps in. Will we make it through, will our bonds survive, what would I do without you (or you)? Space becomes labyrinthine and disorienting, as though there are too many doors and stairs and windows opening to […]
Experience an enchanting evening where live music and living history converge. Limited tickets available! Book now to secure your spot.
Philadelphia, PA (April 21, 2025) - On Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., the South Street Headhouse District and Da Vinci Art Alliance will host South Street’s annual spring festival South Street Live! (formerly South Street Fest). In partnership with Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages, this open street event will transform 9 blocks of South Street into a […]
The Fishtown Music & Arts Festival is right around the corner! Join us outside of LMNO on Saturday, May 3rd for this third-annual community celebration. We'll be shutting down Front Street for a full day of live bands, DJs, art vendors under the tracks!
Air Alone (from my dream) Opening Reception, May 3rd 5-9pm with performances by Aitis Band and Saggy, starting at 7pm BIG RAMP is thrilled to announce Air Alone (from my dream), a two-person show featuring the work of Kim Altomare and Melina Auskaitis. Kim and Melina are two artists that make things. Like a thought that snares in one’s […]
Surreal Geometries: A New Exhibition at The Halide Project featuring Denise Laurintaitis, Jacob McGuinness, and Millee Tibbs PHILADELPHIA, PA —The Halide Project is pleased to announce Surreal Geometries, a new exhibition of works by Denise Laurintaitis, Jacob McGuinness, and Millee Tibbs. The exhibition will run from May 3 to June 15, 2025, with a free-entry […]
Shannon and Jamie are crisscrossing the country once again on their mission of MAXIMUM JOY — and this time they’re bringing the 80s with them! When their 2023 album “Good to Me” started gaining traction internationally, synthpop spouses Shannon Curtis and Jamie Hill were faced with an unexpected question: how to extend their typical one-year […]
Dreams are powerful—they shape our aspirations, offer direction, and serve as blueprints for a better future. To build the life we envision, we must first dare to dream. As educators, it is our responsibility to nurture and inspire students to transform their dreams into reality. Art educators, in particular, play a vital role in helping […]
Please join us at the Opening Reception from 2:00-4:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 4 to celebrate member artists April Flory and Judith Schermer’s new shows. 3rd Street Gallery is located at 610 S 3rd Street.
All are invited to the opening reception for the 111th MEMBERS MEDAL SHOW on Sunday, May 4, from 2-5 PM. Members were invited to show their best work! Our annual May exhibit will feature 13 prizes and 5 honorable mentions. Prize juried by Al Gury. Also see Juliette Watts' solo show, FIGURE, PORTRAIT AND LANDSCAPE […]
Join us for an Intro to Collage program that will introduce the unique and original art form. Participants will have materials provided to create their own collages. Collages make for a wonderful and heartfelt Mother’s Day gift idea!
We are truly proud to present the 18th annual slate as an expression of the truly bold and deeply creative stories being told through the infinite possibilities of “filmmaking” locally and around the world. Let the voices be heard.. PIFF 2025.
Join us for the 2025 Moore College of Art & Design Fashion Show—a glittering evening of fashion and artistry on May 7th, from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m., at the iconic Philadelphia Museum of Art, followed by an exclusive afterparty. This year’s event promises to be unforgettable, featuring a dazzling runway show of final collections by Moore's talented Fashion […]
Box Spring Gallery presents Meeting New Circles in partnership with CFEVA (Center for Emerging Visual Artists) and in anticipation of their annual fundraising Art Party, happening on May 29. On Thursday, May 8, join Box Spring’s celebration of geometry in art and the colorful abstract works of three CFEVA artists: Paula Cahill, Andrew Chalfen and […]
What happens when a father, his two sons, and their friends join forces? You get The Bronx Wanderers—a high-energy show blending personal stories, a wide-ranging songbook, and a journey through life and music. Get ready to rock out to hits from Dion and The Belmonts, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, Billy Joel, The Animals, […]
Join The Print Center and Steven CW Taylor to hear the artist and gallerist discuss his practice, his beautiful wood-bound artist book, his Germantown gallery space and the overarching philosophy of Ubuntu that guides his work. Taylor moves between photography, printmaking and material exploration. His photographs reflect his lived experience shaped by movement, observation and […]
Refracted Viscera is a cross-disciplinary, immersive exhibition featuring the works of Eva Wu, Lauren Bradshaw, Theo Trotter, and Katie Hubbell, exploring the queer and femme sensual imagination through the lens of embodiment, materiality, and digital experimentation. Centering the question of how femme and queer bodies are depicted in a media landscape that rarely represents them […]
-VOIR | VER- Erin Bodfish, Kaitlyn Carr, Orquidia Violeta, Todd Molinari, Tristan Perrotti May 2 - June 1, 2025 Reception: Friday, May 2, 6-9 PM Hours: Sat-Sun from 2-6 PM An Exhibition Exchange Between Grizzly Grizzly (Philadelphia, PA) and after / time (Portland, OR) Grizzly Grizzly is pleased to present -VOIR | VER-, an exhibition […]
Ask Me Anything Displays Graduating Students' Work at Rutgers University–Camden The Department of Visual, Media, and Performing Arts (VMPA) at Rutgers University–Camden and the Stedman Gallery at the Rutgers—Camden Center for the Arts (RCCA) present the annual Thesis Exhibition: Ask me Anything. On view from April 28 – May 16, this exhibition features a range […]
Bowerbird and FringeArts present Pure Lucia – Night 1: Quidditas Suchness, the first night of a two-part program dedicated to the work of composer Lucia Dlugoszewski. Featuring chamber music, film, and dance, the program highlights key moments in Dlugoszewski’s career, from her early experimental compositions to her long-standing collaboration with choreographer Erick Hawkins. Performers include […]
Step Back in Time: A 1940s WW2 Era Swing Dance! Join us at Society Hill Dance Academy, 1919 East Passyunk Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19148 on Friday, May 9th, 2025, from 8pm-11pm for a night of nostalgic swing and wartime revelry! Dust off your vintage duds and prepare to be transported to the 1940s for an […]
Philadelphia’s own all-women tap company, The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble, “is a powerhouse of technique, joy, and passion” (ThINKingDance). The 2025 Spring Concert Series features innovative choreography by Michael J. Love and Dolores Sanchez, audience favorites by Katie Budris and Kat Echevarría Richter, and a world premiere by renowned Chicago tap artist Star Dixon. From […]
Visiting Italian photographer Roberto Vignoli will be showing work in a one-day pop-up exhibition featuring photo/poetry interactions he has done with poets Claudia Quintieri and Claudio Damiani. One series takes the form of a 20-foot long panoramic print.
No. 5 Butchie Alley returns this Spring, featuring works by Shelley Thorstensen, in cooperation with Dolan/Maxwell. I have been in love with Thorstensen’s work since we met as colleagues at Moore College of Art and Design in the 90’s. She has been a constant source of inspiration over the years as I observed her transform […]
Philadelphia’s own all-women tap company, The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble, “is a powerhouse of technique, joy, and passion” (ThINKingDance). The 2025 Spring Concert Series features innovative choreography by Michael J. Love and Dolores Sanchez, audience favorites by Katie Budris and Kat Echevarría Richter, and a world premiere by renowned Chicago tap artist Star Dixon. From […]
Bowerbird and FringeArts present Pure Lucia – Night 2: Duende Otherness, the second night of a two-part program celebrating the work of composer Lucia Dlugoszewski. This program traces Dlugoszewski’s artistic trajectory from her mid-career works, composed after firmly establishing her collaboration with choreographer Erick Hawkins, to the culminating masterworks of her later years. Featuring chamber […]
At the end of the millennium, a group of bohemians in the East Village struggle with love, loss, and gentrification amidst the AIDS crisis. In this immersive, exciting new production, Jonathan Larson’s Tony Award™ and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical will transform the Haas Stage and shake the rafters with the iconic chords of “Seasons of Love,” […]
On May 15 Philadelphia Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts (PVLA), will host its annual fundraising event, The Arts Affair 2025 at REC Philly. Hosted by Cookie Diorio, the evening features an array of live performances from PHILADANCO’s D2, PHONK Philly, John Viscardi & Shekhinah B. and Jazz Trio, DJ Amber Lang, Maya Belardo, Hiruy Tifre, […]
What is the hardest unpaid job in the world? A President's wife! A play by Eric H. Weinberger and Elaine Bromka. Emmy Award-winning Elaine Bromka stars in this deeply moving and witty play. Enjoy this remarkable live one-woman performance brought to you by the Free Library of Philadelphia. Entrance is FREE. No reservations required. Come […]
Grammy Award-winning songwriter Don Henry (Where’ve You Been) joins Phoenixville’s own Callahan & Fey for an intimate acoustic concert experience. Presented in the Garden Suite, the audience will be closer to the performers than in any other Colonial concert setup. Don Henry’s songs have been recorded by an amazing array of artists ranging from Ray […]
Please join us for member artists April Flory and Judith Schermer Artist Talks on their shows currently on exhibit at 3rd Street Gallery, on Sunday, May 18, starting at 2:00 p.m. Artists will host a reception after the talks. 3rd Street Gallery is located at 610 S 3rd Street.
Get ready to smile and laugh! Taffy the Entertainer will visit Welsh Road Library and bring along plenty of whimsy and joy. Expect quit e a bit of interactive fun, music, balloon twisting, silly magic, and games for what will be an unforgettable afternoon.
Tap dancers throughout the U.S. and around the world celebrate tap dance as an American art form each year on Bill "Bojangles" Robinson's birthday (May 25th). Join The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble at Cherry Street Pier in Philadelphia on Thursday, May 22 to celebrate with an open tap jam! Tap dancers of all ages are […]
Join us on May 23 from 4:00 to 7:30 p.m. for our Now is the Month of Maying Reception as part of South Street’s Fourth Friday Celebrations. Enjoy wine, cheese, and art!
Master detective Hercule Poirot has just retired and is hoping for some peace and quiet in a bucolic small town where no one knows who he is. Fate would have it otherwise. His new neighbor, Sir Roger Ackroyd, appears to have been a man who knew too much. Ackroyd knew that the woman he loved […]
In the groundbreaking 1956 novel, a beautiful young American travels to Paris with his girlfriend to deliberate their future marriage. In the city of light David discovers Paris’ vibrant queer community and falls in love with Giovanni, an Italian bartender at a local gay bar. Unsettled by the discovery of an effeminate nature in himself […]
Join The Print Center for a Conversation with Cecilia Paredes, presented both in-person and on Zoom. This program is presented in conjunction with the exhibition Cecilia Paredes: By my side or back of me, on view at The Print Center April 18 – July 19, 2025. Paredes will discuss her extensive career, the works in […]
Chelle, a Black mid-career artist, has written a check that she's not sure her talent can cash. When the city of Baltimore takes down the Confederate monument in the park across the street from her childhood home, she has an idea. She'll apply for a grant to create a piece to replace it. Caught between […]
BlackStar presents a site-specific, newly commissioned performance series and installation at Bartram’s Garden, from artist Joiri Minaya. Curated by writer and editor Dessane Lopez Cassell, the series will reflect on the intertwined legacies of freedom, extraction, and ecology in North America's oldest surviving botanical garden. Much like a Venus flytrap, the plant this project is […]
Shavon Norris is an Artist. Educator. Facilitator. She grew up in a Black Sci-Fi Christian home in the Bronx that sparked her curiosity about the magic, medicine, and meaning living within us. Shavon uses movement along with text, sound, and imagery to reveal the stories living in our bodies. Her work explores our relationship to […]
mayfield brooks improvises while black and is based in Lenapehoking, the unceded land of the Lenape people, also known as New York City. brooks is a movement-based performance artist, vocalist, urban farmer, writer, and wanderer. brooks teaches and performs practices that arise from Improvising While Black (IWB), their interdisciplinary dance methodology which explores the decomposed […]
DonChristian Jones is a postdisciplinary artist and social sculptor whose practice blurs the boundaries between visual art, music, performance, and social intervention. Working across media and modes, his work engages architecture, community, and futurity—often emerging from spaces shaped by surveillance, abandonment, or resistance. Raised in Philadelphia and based in New York, DonChristian’s early years painting […]
Eiko’s first solo project was A Body in a Station, a 12 hour performance at Philadelphia’s 30th Street in 2014. Since then she has performed A Body in Places, a series of site specific solo performances at over 80 sites, including a month-long Danspace Project PLATFORM (2016) and three full-day performances at the Metropolitan Museum […]
Get ready for another amazing all-studio sale from the artists of Center for Creative Works Philadelphia! Meet our artists, and browse one-of-a-kind original artworks and artisan products, including: screen printed t shirts, ceramics, drawings, scarves, paintings, pillows, woodworks, sculpture, prints, greeting cards & much much more!! Center for Creative Works is a professional art program […]
Town Fair is a site wide free event with tours, hearth cooking, activities, hikes, vendors, craftsman, artisans, food, drinks and more! Come watch the site transform back into the busy village it once was for a day on fun. Hope to see you there! 😀
Eiko’s first solo project was A Body in a Station, a 12 hour performance at Philadelphia’s 30th Street in 2014. Since then she has performed A Body in Places, a series of site specific solo performances at over 80 sites, including a month-long Danspace Project PLATFORM (2016) and three full-day performances at the Metropolitan Museum […]
Join us at Maddie's Place for a vibrant brunch experience blending collage, creativity, and community. Wear an outfit that reflects your unique style and immerse yourself in a dynamic fusion of art and entertainment. Explore a diverse showcase of artwork, connect with talented creators, and let your imagination run free. This event is a celebration […]
