Guide To The Philadelphia International Festival Of The Arts (PIFA) 2011
This spring, enjoy Paris right here in Philadelphia with the Parisian-themed Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts.
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This spring, enjoy Paris right here in Philadelphia with the Parisian-themed Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts.
These nine local songwriters consistently draw praise from fans and peers, pull big crowds, and pen some of the best songs in the city. If you want to delve deeper into the songwriter scene, just check out who they're sharing a bill with.
Philadelphia loves the opera. Whether you are a seasoned opera lover or a novice looking to experience this popular musical art form, there is a performance this season that will captivate you.
As an arts loving city, Philadelphia does not disappoint when it comes to offering a fantastic selection of fun and unique classes in music and the arts for little ones.
These nine bands have cut through the clutter with an alternative take on what it means to rock. Far from a definitive best-of, this list is really a sampler - training wheels to aid you in finding your own niche within Philly's original rock scene.
The Mummers Parade, held every New Year's Day, is as unique to Philadelphia as the cheesesteak. And for Bob Shannon, president of the Philadelphia Mummers Association, it's a family affair.
Hip-hop music has always resonated loud in the streets of Philadelphia, and the city's artists are truly some of the purist lyricists in the game, gaining critical success, acclaim and even multiple Grammy awards.
There are a boatload of art galleries in Philadelphia, so it can be a bit difficult figuring out which ones are actually worth your time. Here's a short list of the ones to put at the top of yours.
With all the films shoot on location and theatrical performances in Philadelphia, there is a lot for talented actors and actresses to do. But one first step that is an absolute must is taking acting classes.
There aren't many television shows still on the air that are specifically set in Philadelphia, but there have been quite a few in the past that stood out for their use of city as a backdrop.
Whether it's for insurance purposes, fair market value or curatorial services, art appraisers are in high demand. Not to worry: No matter what the artifact is, Philadelphia has an appraiser for you.
Their roots are in Philadelphia, their fame is everywhere: Here's four big names who made it big on big and little screens.
While cheesesteaks may be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Philadelphia's claim to fame, art schools could be the next runner up.
On stage, at any time of the year, you will find award winning musical theater and drama, world famous orchestra concerts, stunningly produced opera and ballet, museums which dazzle with their renowned collections, cutting edge, live comedy, plus arena and outdoor performance venues certain to suit all of your cultural tastes.
Going to the movies is a popular way to escape, relax and enjoy. In Philadelphia, there are a variety of ways to expand your cinematic experience, from IMAX to a more intimate ambiance.
If you an your family are passionate about entertainment, you've come to the right place.
The show is called "It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia," and its opening credits roll past about a half dozen Philly landmarks - all shown at night.
Philadelphia has many murals, thanks in part to the Mural Arts Program, which has produced a wide variety of works in partnership with many organizations across the city. Travel around town, and be sure to look up at the dazzling walls you see across the cityscape!
From parks and restaurants to theaters, historic buildings and shopping, both residents and tourists alike will find a lot to do when visiting the City of Brotherly Love.
The Society Hill historic district of Philadelphia is one of the oldest in the city, and thanks to its rich past, there's still a lot to see today.
The following are all resident companies of the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts. They stage their productions at the Kimmel's Verizon Hall and Perelman Theater and at the Academy of Music, along Philadelphia's Avenue of the Arts.
Video from a New Jersey police department's drone helped officers rescue a missing child in dense woods amid severely cold weather.
Turns out, the Philadelphia Phillies were ale-ing last year — and it contributed to Nick Castellanos' release.
In his first year as Roman Catholic's head coach, 2007 PCL champion Brad Wanamaker hopes to help Cahillites seniors capture a title.
Quinton Law made history by becoming New Jersey's youngest active serving mayor and Moorestown Township's first Black mayor.
Global icon Patti LaBelle is leading Visit Philadelphia's new social media campaign, "We Are the Fabric. We Are the Thread."
Video from a New Jersey police department's drone helped officers rescue a missing child in dense woods amid severely cold weather.
Turns out, the Philadelphia Phillies were ale-ing last year — and it contributed to Nick Castellanos' release.
In his first year as Roman Catholic's head coach, 2007 PCL champion Brad Wanamaker hopes to help Cahillites seniors capture a title.
A man has died following a high speed crash in Philadelphia's Torresdale neighborhood in the early hours of Friday morning.
Quinton Law made history by becoming New Jersey's youngest active serving mayor and Moorestown Township's first Black mayor.
Global icon Patti LaBelle is leading Visit Philadelphia's new social media campaign, "We Are the Fabric. We Are the Thread."
Police and fire crews are once again responding to the scene of a train fire that broke out Thursday.
Name a cockroach after your ex and watch it become lunch for a skunk this Valentine's Day in Norristown, Pennsylvania.
A man has died following a high-speed crash in Philadelphia's Torresdale neighborhood in the early hours of Friday morning.
As piles of snow melt across the Philadelphia region, research shows the salt used to prevent slipping could end up in the water supply.
Video from a New Jersey police department's drone helped officers rescue a missing child in dense woods amid severely cold weather.
Quinton Law made history by becoming New Jersey's youngest active serving mayor and Moorestown Township's first Black mayor.
From picking cotton on a Tennessee farm to raising a family in South Jersey, Lillian Crooks is celebrating 100 years of life.
Students waiting for the school bus in Lindenwold, New Jersey, were sent running when an ICE enforcement operation began nearby.
All employees are accounted for after crews responded to reports of an explosion at a manufacturing building in Burlington Township.
Ice is still impacting bodies of water around the Philadelphia area after a long stretch of cold temperatures.
Two firefighters and two residents were taken to the hospital after a house fire in Wilmington on Sunday, officials said.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The coldest air of the season is set to slide over the Philadelphia area this weekend, which could lead to frost quakes, ice quakes and lake quakes.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
As piles of snow melt across the Philadelphia region, research shows the salt used to prevent slipping could end up in the water supply.
Black History Month is poignant for one family after a man got a historic, innovative treatment at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
Penn's first successful transplant was a kidney back in 1966. Since then, there have been thousands of life-saving operations.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Police and fire crews are once again responding to the scene of a train fire that broke out Thursday.
More than 100 speed bumps near Philadelphia schools were installed improperly, a new report says.
The Downingtown Interchange on the Pennsylvania Turnpike reopened Wednesday night after a canopy over the toll booths collapsed.
A portion of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive remains closed as crews work on water infrastructure repairs.
PennDOT is asking for your input with a new online survey available now through Feb. 28.
Turns out, the Philadelphia Phillies were ale-ing last year — and it contributed to Nick Castellanos' release.
In his first year as Roman Catholic's head coach, 2007 PCL champion Brad Wanamaker hopes to help Cahillites seniors capture a title.
Nick Castellanos addressed his benching in Miami last June on social media after the Philadelphia Phillies released him Thursday.
Nick Castellanos' time in Philadelphia is officially over as the Phillies released him on Thursday.
Jose Alvarado scored a season-high 26 points and Mikal Bridges added 22 points as the New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 138-89 Wednesday night.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
The Pennsylvania Film Office has awarded $34 million for production on Season 3 of "Tires" and the fifth and final season of "Mayor of Kingstown."
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Babies in the NICU at Jefferson Washington Township Hospital celebrated their first Valentine's Day!
"Facility dog" Oona made some special deliveries to patients at Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Riverfront for Valentine's Day! The rehab facility on Columbus Boulevard uses dogs from Canine Companions to greet patients, open doors and pick up items.
The Abington School District said Dr. Alice Swift, principal of Abington Senior High School, was accused of making inappropriate social media posts.
LaBelle is featured in a new social media campaign highlighting a series of Black history tours happening throughout February.
While ICE was conducting an enforcement operation in Lindenwold, New Jersey, children waiting at a nearby school bus stop were sent running. Video showed multiple children running through the parking lot of the Woodland Village Apartments.