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Non-violent peace activist George Lakey has been arrested dozens of times, always with a smile on his face.
Compelling film about peace activist at Ambler Theater
The life story of George Lakey is a chronicle of activism, nonviolent protest and academic leadership. more
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Veteran film and stage actor Mark Povinelli portrays Quaker abolitionist Benjamin Lay in the Quintessence Theatre Group’s latest production at the Sedgwick Theater.
‘The Return of Benjamin Lay’ is a fiery call to conscience
"The Return of Benjamin Lay,” now running at Quintessence Theatre Group’s Sedgwick Theater, feels more like an event than a play. more
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Dr. Ibram X. Kendi will discuss his latest work, a biography for young audiences that chronicles the life of Malcolm X, during a May 10 book chat at Greene Street Friends.
Award-winning author brings Malcolm X to a younger generation
Award-winning author and activist Dr. Ibram X. Kendi will discuss his latest book, “Malcolm Lives!: The Official Biography of Malcolm X for Young Readers.” more
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Oksana Maslova and Jack Thomas, of Philadelphia Ballet, perform “La Sylphide.”
Philadelphia Ballet closes season with ‘La Sylphide’ and ‘Etudes’
Philadelphia Ballet will close out the company’s 2024-25 season with “La Sylphide” and “Etudes,” at the Academy of Music. more
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Rev. Chris & Les Garçons Crasseux draw inspiration from New Orleans-style music, a not-so-easily defined genre.
Local musicians channel New Orleans-style vibe
Christopher Marsceill, better known as Rev. Chris, was only 5 or 6 years old when he began taking group piano lessons. He was seen as the odd one out. more
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The work of Allens Lane student Susan Taylor-Brubaker will be featured at the art fair.
Allens Lane offers art from the heart for Mother’s Day
Shoppers in search of the perfect Mother’s Day gift may find a one-of-a-kind way to mark the occasion this weekend at the 12th annual Spring Art Market at Allens Lane Art Center. more
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Sleeping Beauty (Alyssia Sims) and Cinderella (Kristen Spangenberg) torment Belle (Lisa Sims).
Storybook princesses 'Disenchanted' with their roles
A high-energy revival of “Disenchanted” is now running at Old Academy Players. more
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Dmitry Bortniansky and Mykola Lysenko are among the Eastern Orthodox composers who will be featured during a Mother’s Day concert, May 11, at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church in Fairmount.
CH conductor to lead Mother's Day concert supporting refugees
Chestnut Hill conductor Donald Meineke will lead an ensemble of vocal soloists in concert Sunday, Mother’s Day, May 11. more
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Part gripping genre pastiche, part charming buddy film, and part righteous rallying cry, "Thelma & Louise," starring Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis, will be screened May 6 at Woodmere in Chestnut Hill.
Tuesday night at the movies: ‘Thelma & Louise’
Almost immediately upon its release in 1991, “Thelma & Louise” became a cultural touchstone. more
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Sprandio Ells says self-publishing has allowed her to be creative with her book covers, which can be used as selfie props.
Local author self-publishes award-winning stories about motherhood
Halfway through Kate Sprandio Ells’ freshman year at Chestnut Hill College, she realized her true passion lay in a creative field. more
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Gayle Wieand conducts Philomusica Chorale's rehearsals and performances in Germantown.
Philomusica director steps up to the plate for her 20th season
On a recent evening at the Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill, members of the Philomusica Chorale rehearsed for an upcoming concert. more
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Bubbie (Stacy Skinner, l.) and Hannah (Lorraine Barrett, r.) talk to Isabelle (Elizabeth Clarkin-Breslin, center) about her romance prospects.
'Crossing Delancey' still holds universal appeal
Writing a romantic comedy that does not collapse into schmaltz is daunting. "Crossing Delancey" by Susan Sandler succeeds. more
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Edith Houghton, one of the subjects of Rabbi Rebecca Alpert’s new book on baseball’s forgotten figures.
Trailblazers cross paths
Sure, the boys of summer are back, but Rabbi Rebecca Alpert wants you to know about “The Kid” of summer. more
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The Chestnut Hill Brewing Company is one of 31 participating breweries in the Crafted in Philly Beer Tour.
Breweries in Northwest highlighted in upcoming Philadelphia beer tour
The Crafted in Philly Beer Tour is back for its second year with 31 participating taprooms – six of which are in the Northwest. more
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Sing Slavic, a choir formed after a handful of friends began meeting in a West Philadelphia living room, will perform April 29 at Chestnut Hill Library.
Sing Slavic brings Eastern Europe to Chestnut Hill
Sing Slavic focuses on Slavic folk songs and specializes in performing a repertoire of Eastern European folk songs from countries like Ukraine, Bulgaria, Poland and Russia. more
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St. Martin-in-the-Fields Church director of music and arts Tyrone Whiting (foreground) leads singers from the congregation in collaboration with the choir at Christ Episcopal Church for a performance of “The Crucifixion” by John Stainer.
St. Paul’s organ rededication recital series continues May 2
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Chestnut Hill, continues its series of rededication recitals at 7:30 p.m., Friday, May 2. more
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Peter Handler and Karen Singer with their collaborative "Coral Reef Table," depicting bleached and dying coral.
Germantown couple’s art meets activism at iMPeRFeCT Gallery
Plenty of kids doodle, draw and dabble in art, then drop those pursuits as they grow older. Karen Singer and Peter Handler never stopped.  more
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Daniel Day-Lewis and Helena Bonham Carter play an engaged couple in director James Ivory’s “A Room with a View."
Helena Bonham Carter shines as a young woman transformed by Italy
Woodmere Art Museum’s Tuesday Nights at the Movies will screen the lyrical coming-of-age movie, “A Room with a View,” on April 29. more
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Members of the Germantown Friends youth jazz ensemble, (left to right) Zekie Lieberman, Jiaray Shi, Sam Desai and Zeke Hammarhead, say they are nervous but honored and excited to participate in the Germantown Jazz Festival.
GFS youth ensemble introduces new generation to jazz
The upcoming Germantown Jazz Festival — scheduled for April 25-27 — aims to celebrate the art form embedded in the culture of the historic neighborhood for decades. more
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Mt. Airy author Lynn Gregory, with her cat Skeeter, will appear at booked, 8511 Germantown Ave. on Saturday, April 19, at 11 a.m., to discuss her just-released third historical novel, “You've Found Her.”
Three post-career novels for Mt. Airy author at booked
Mt. Airy author Lynn Gregory will appear at booked, 8511 Germantown Ave. on Saturday, April 19, 11 a.m., to discuss her third historical novel, “You've Found Her.” more
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