Temple Theaters Presents: IF PRETTY HURTS UGLY MUST BE A MUHFUCKA

Randall Theater 1301 W Norris St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

If Pretty Hurts Ugly Must Be A Muhf*cka By Tori Sampson Directed by Ontaria Kim Wilson October 18th, 19th, and 20th. Randall Theater @ 2020 N. 13th St, Philadelphia, PA. In the village of Affreakah-Amirrorkah, no one questions that Akim is the one true, perfect beauty - not even her jealous classmates. But they'll be […]

Carving Words

Painted Bride 5212 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Ribbon poetry workshop, poetry performances, and open mic created by & for Sick and Disabled Philadelphians. Program 1 of 5 of Undue Burden. More about the project: Undue Burden (Oct. 19 – Nov. 23, 2024) is a residency at the Painted Bride by Hook&Loop, an artist collective led by Disabled, Sick, neurodivergent and MAD people […]

Voter Registration at InLiquid Gallery

InLiquid Gallery 1400 North American Street, Studio #314, Philadelphia, PA, United States

About the event: One PA is joining InLiquid Gallery for one final push to get Philadelphians registered to vote! Join us on Saturday October 19th from 12p – 6p to register to vote, enjoy light refreshments, and get a first look at InLiquid’s newest exhibition The Voice of The People. This exhibition highlights work by […]

Philadelphia Open Studio Tours 2024

The Center for Emerging Visual Artists (CFEVA) The Barclay, 237 S 18th St. #3a, Philadelphia, PA, United States

25 Years of POST! The Philadelphia Open Studio Tours Returns October 2024 Studios West of Broad Street are open October 19 and 20, 2024 Studios East of Broad Street are open October 26 and 27, 2024 Noon-6PM all four days. The Philadelphia Open Studio Tours (POST) is the largest, self-guided, free-to-attend tour of artist studios […]

As Above, So Below: Sculpture and Works on Paper 2018-2024

House Gallery 1816 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Last Chance! Bill Gerhard will show a selection of his patterned and textured works, which symbolize a world in flux. Gerhard is interested in revealing phenomena in the material he uses that are subject to change over the time in which the works are being made. The title of the exhibition, As Above, So Below, […]

Calvary Jazz Festival Ft. Vocalist V. Shayne Frederick in West Philly

Calvary-St. Augustine Episcopal Church 814 North 41st Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come on out to the Calvary Jazz Festival with vocalist V. Shayne Frederick as he performs timeless jazz standards and original music. Known for his captivating blend of classic and contemporary sounds, V. Shayne Frederick is a dynamic vocalist and pianist whose talent has graced stages across the nation. Join V. Shayne Frederick as he […]

Philly Open Studio Tours at The Arts League

UC Arts League 4226 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come check out the beautiful Arts League building**, whether you’ve never been before, or if you’ve taken classes for years. The space will be open both Saturday (10/19) and Sunday (10/20) for folks to come through. Sunday will have extra fun added, being a big blow-out community Open House!! There will be art activities for […]

Mummer costuming workshop

Golden Sunrise N.Y.A. 230 Greenwich St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join experienced mummer costumers from Golden Sunrise N.Y.A. to build a Fancy-style parade suit over the course of an afternoon workshop, dressing a steel frame in cardboard, satin, feathers and mirrors to make it really shine on New Year's Day. Attendees will be making a Super Mario themed suit and can look forward to seeing […]

Artist Talk at 3rd Street Gallery

3rd Street Gallery 610 S. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Member artists Meri Adelman and Judith Goto will give Artist Talks on their shows currently on exhibit at 3rd Street Gallery, on Sunday, October 20, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Artists will host a reception. 3rd Street Gallery is located at 610 S 3rd Street, Philadelphia

The Mervin Toussiant Quartet in Lawncrest

Church of St. William 6200 Rising Sun Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Bandleader Mervin Toussaint brings his soulful and intimate compositions to the Lawnrest neighborhood! An extension of his debut album, "Lakay," Mervin will bring you along on his journey of self-reflection, connection, and joy. “Lakay,” means “home” in Haitian Kreyól, and with this music, Mervin welcomes you into his home and into his world. This is […]

Trick or Treat Bag Craft

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come to the Morris to make a special plant-themed trick-or-treat bag using eco-printing techniques! A chance for some hands-on learning about sustainable art-making. Your trick or treat bag will be great for carrying candy, or for year-round use. $15 per bag

Trick or Treat Bag Craft

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come to the Morris to make a special plant-themed trick-or-treat bag using eco-printing techniques! A chance for some hands-on learning about sustainable art-making. Your trick or treat bag will be great for carrying candy, or for year-round use.

School Vouchers: The Promise and Reality

Free Library of Philadelphia 1901 Vine Street Philadelphia PA 19103, Philadelphia, PA, United States

How do private school voucher programs impact our public schools and its students? Maura McInerney, Legal Director at the Education Law Center, will discuss the consequences of vouchers on equitable education opportunities and will answer audience questions following the lecture. This zoom lecture is free but registration is required. Please register at https://bit.ly/schoolvoucherzoomprogram

Venus in Fur

The Regency Room 190 Mifflin Street, Bristol, PA, United States

A sexy and hilarious tale about an uninhibited actress who barges into an audition room just when the director is ready to give up for the day. As she fights to win the part, the power slowly changes hands as she turns the tide on the writer-director and his ideas about seduction. Hailed as “seriously […]

RECIPE FOR RESILIENCE: The COVID1619 Project

Mount Airy Art Garage (MAAG) 7054 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come join us for Refreshments, Screening, Panel Discussion. The event will feature a powerful documentary series that explores the intersection of COVID-19 and systemic racism as experienced by frontline workers and organizers. Filmmakers: Nikki Harmon, Lois Moses, Eboni Zamani & Melissa Beatriz

Conversation with Universal Limited Art Editions (ULAE)

The Print Center 1614 Latimer St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join The Print Center for a Conversation with Universal Limited Art Editions (ULAE)! Lauren Rosenblum, The Print Center’s Jensen Bryan Curator, will be joined in conversation by ULAE’s Director, Larissa Goldston and Master Printer and Studio Manager, Brian Berry. This program is presented in conjunction with The Print Center’s current exhibition “ULAE: Prints for a […]

An Otherwise Heaven Exhibition & Zine Launch

DVAA (Da Vinci Art Alliance) 704 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Heaven is often positioned as a place of eternal riches; imagined as an exclusive gated community with gold plated roads and endless mansions, heaven is made seductive through images of wealth. Glorious Blasphemy Issue 2, titled "An Otherwise Heaven," is both a zine launch and group exhibition exploring: what can heaven be when not held […]