Uses of the Ironic Opening Reception

Asian Arts Initiative 1219 Vine Street
, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Exhibition October 4 - December 14, 2024 Opening Reception Friday, October 4, 6-8PM artist Rashid Zakat curator Maori Karmael Holmes Uses of the Ironic is the first solo exhibition of the inventive and whimsical practice of Baltimore-born, Philadelphia-based multimedia artist Rashid Zakat. The exhibition highlights the artist’s experiments in film, video, sound, performance, and digital […]

STUFFED – Opening night!

FRIEDAcommunity 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

FRIEDAcommunity is proud to host STUFFED, a collaborative exhibition realized by P. W. Prichett which explores the playful intersection of imagination and craftsmanship. Join us and the artist on Friday, October 4, First Friday, during the opening reception from 6pm to 8pm. STUFFED is a collaborative exhibition by artist Pamela Prichett and Thomas Steinborn, who […]

First Friday Opening: Michelle Frick: Unusual Evolution

Practice Gallery 319 N. 11th Street, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Please join us for the opening of Michelle Frick: Unusual Evolution on October 4th from 6-9pm. Frick learned about the anatomy of the heart while observing her child’s numerous echocardiograms which aided in the diagnosis of his congenital heart defect. A fascination with the internal and what she cannot see firsthand put viscera and the […]

Shawn Theodore Solo Exhibition “A Race of Angels” at Paradigm Gallery

Paradigm Arts Building 12 N 3RD ST, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Paradigm Gallery + Studio proudly presents A Race of Angels, a solo exhibition showcasing the mixed media artistry of conceptual photographer Shawn Theodore. This exhibition marks Theodore's second solo show with Paradigm, where he boldly explores new dimensions beyond traditional photographic forms. Through his Afromythology™ series, Theodore crafts a visually compelling narrative that invites fresh […]

The American Tapestry Project

Studio 34 4522 Baltimore Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Inspired by early exposure to the Gobelin and Bayeux tapestries of his native France, Jerome Regnier dedicated his retirement years to weaving scrolls representing the history of his adopted country, the United States. To that end, he designed and built tapestry looms on which he could weave tapestries whose width was unrestricted, including one 25 […]

Maurice Louca Live in Concert

Germantown Meeting Friends 47 W Coulter St. Philadelphia, PA, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a live performance by Maurice Louca, one of Egypt’s most innovative and influential composers, featuring Ayman Asfour. Known for his ability to blend traditional Arabic music with experimental and avant-garde styles, Louca creates a sound that defies genre and expectation. This performance will feature his latest works and collaborations, showcasing a rich […]

Philadelphia Theatre Company presents La Egoísta

Suzanne Roberts Theatre 480 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Josefina is a stand-up comic from Philadelphia coming to terms with the recent death of her mother, as well as her sister’s sudden illness, just as her comedy career is taking off. Written by Philadelphia’s own Erlina Ortiz, Co-Artistic Director of Power Street Theatre, this funny and touching new play features sidesplitting stand-up as it […]

Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto

Perelman Theater, The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts 300 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Emperor Concerto is the epitome of Beethoven’s heroic style, which audiences have loved for centuries. Written after Napoleon’s assault on Vienna in 1809, the concerto is a magnificent affirmation made in tumultuous times. Performed by Michelle Cann, lauded as “exquisite” by The Philadelphia Inquirer and a “pianist of sterling artistry” by Gramophone. Michelle Cann […]

Tongue & Groove: Secrets

SideQuest Theater 2030 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Tongue & Groove performs spontaneous theater, from hilarious to heartbreaking, inspired by real life experiences. In October’s Secrets show, each audience member is given an index card, a pen, and a provocative prompt: “Share a secret you keep.” Encouraged to answer honestly, the audience anonymously submits their responses, which are randomly drawn by the actors […]

“Indigenous Approaches, Sustainable Futures”

Stockton University Art Gallery 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway, NJ, United States

"Indigenous Approaches, Sustainable Futures" examines the intersecting themes of land, sustainability and identity within contemporary indigenous work. "Indigenous Approaches, Sustainable Futures" is a two-floor showcase of indigenous contemporary work including sculpture, printmaking, textiles, and photography. The exhibition runs from September 5, 2024 to November 12, 2024 and highlights over 25 national / international indigenous artists […]

Perky Edgerton: Lost In The Woods, Opening Reception at Gross McCleaf Gallery

Gross McCleaf Gallery 127 S 16th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Opening Reception: Saturday, October 5, 1 - 4 pm 📍123 Leverington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19127 Gross McCleaf Gallery is pleased to present "Lost In The Woods", a solo exhibition of new works by Perky Edgerton. This marks Edgerton’s fourth exhibition with the gallery, featuring paintings that delve into the hidden qualities of natural places. The […]

Wendel White Folding Time

Rowan University Art Gallery 301 West High Street, Glassboro, NJ, United States

Artist Lecture & Book Signing Saturday, October 5, 3:30 PM Wendel White, a distinguished photographer who focuses on Black history, the legacy of slavery, and the importance of empowering perspectives will speak about the evolution of his practice, review his process including the deep historical research behind his work, and highlight selected photographs featured in […]

Revel•re! The Resource Exchange’s 15 Year Anniversary Fundraiser

The Resource Exchange 1800 N American St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Revel•re! The Resource Exchange's 15 Year Anniversary Fundraiser Love art? Hate landfill? Join us for a revelrous night celebrating 15 years of The Resource Exchange, Philadelphia's Creative Reuse Center! Did you know that The Resource Exchange is 15 Years Old?! Come celebrate with us! The night will be filled with all manner of revelrous merriment, […]

STATIC by Bob Landstom

Morton Contemporary Gallery 115 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Please join us for the opening reception of Bob Landström’s solo exhibition, STATIC, on Saturday, October 5th, 6:00 - 9:00 pm. Artist Bob Landström, known for his abstract, metaphysical paintings made from crushed, pigmented volcanic rock, will be present for the opening reception of his highly anticipated exhibition at Morton Contemporary. His abstract paintings, with […]

Queens in Space GayBINGO!

Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

“Sashaying to infinity and beyond!” Queens in Space GayBINGO! is an evening of unbridled fun, complete with ridiculous musical numbers, hilarious drag queen antics, and chances to win fabulous prizes. Celebrating a different theme each month, hundreds of people pack the hall for a night of good old-fashioned Bingo… with a decidedly different twist! GayBINGO […]

Hot Mugs at The Arts League

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

Join us for our annual Hot Mugs Fundraiser on October 6! Buy a beautiful handmade mug and enjoy complimentary coffee, tea and sweet treats. All proceeds go directly to The Arts League! Sponsored by: Alif Brew and Mini Mart, Dottie’s Donuts, Honeysuckle Provisions, and Knockbox Cafe.

Building Your Own Permeable Backyard with Nancy Agati & DesignPhiladelphia

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

As a part of DesignPhiladelphia's 20th Annual Festival, join us within Nancy Agati's installation "Aqua Terrace" to learn more about how to transform concrete spaces into permeable ecosystems that help mitigate flooding issues and rebuild water systems in Philadelphia. This workshop will highlight a step-by-step process for small-scale DIY permeable surface yard installations. Participants will […]

Botanical Tarot Card Workshop

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

We will take inspiration from the gardens, do a group reading, and each craft a botanical tarot card to kick off October! Come learn about the plants at Morris, and about tarot!