A Dilettante at Large reviews two new shows at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Toby Zinman considers “Rachel Rose: Wil-o-Wisp/The Future Fields Commission” and “Biting Wit and Brazen Folly: British Satirical Prints, 1780s–1830s”
Arts
Art in Sketch: ARTSI at the Sculpture Courtyard
Artsi event on First Friday this April was a chance for audiences to see artists through a different lens.
Art at Kings Oaks: A weeklong pop-up exhibit
If you only visit one art show this month, make it Bucks County’s Kings Oaks Farm in Newtown
2017 Barrymore Awards nominations
On August 21, Theatre Philadelphia announced nominees for the 2017 Barrymore Awards for Excellence in Theatre. Established companies led the day.
Utopias on the Outskirts: Celia Reisman’s suburban landscapes at Gross McCleaf Gallery
Celia Reisman transforms American suburbs into landscapes of the mind in four stages.
THE WIZ (South Philly High): The arts revived in Philadelphia Public Schools
With support from the Public Citizens for Children’s Picasso Project + Youth and the Curtis Institute of Music’s ArtistYear Fellowship Program, the arts are once again being revived in Philadelphia’s public school district.
The Art of a Show: Creating graphics for an independent theater production
A play with gorgeous graphics for its marketing just looks like it has its shit together. How does that happen?
Intimate Associations at IMMINENCE: Hollis Heichemer’s Stratigraphy of Color at Gross McCleaf
Hollis Heichemer’s Imminence exhibition at the Gross McCleaf Gallery presents 16 works by the artist – the majority on Mylar, two on canvas.
The Architect and the Candidate: An election comic
An election comic by Aaron Krolikowski
HABITUS (Ann Hamilton): 2016 Fringe review 78
Colossal curtains beautifully billowing with the breeze, are hanging around, literally, throughout the vast Municipal Pier 9 facility
ARTSHIP OLYMPIA (Philadelphia Sculptors): 2016 Fringe review 39
Museums are always looking for ideas to bring new visitors to aging attractions, and in ARTSHIP OLYMPIA Independence Seaport Museum has found a charming, fringey way.
How to Win at Fringe: Seeing 35 shows with Brett Mapp
Brett Mapp knows his Fringe. His itinerary would be a good starting point for anyone considering what to see.
There’s No Place Like Home: Revolutionary performances by Automatic Arts
The best showcase for new performing arts in Philadelphia gets Revolutionary with an evening of beer and performance at Cliveden
An Interview with Morriah Aleese Young, Creator of BUILDING A WORLD, BUT BUILDING A WORLD FOR WOMEN
We sat down with Morriah to discuss her utopian artscape, feminism, boob-themed carnival games, and Beyonce.
In Conversation: Lantern’s panel discussion explores the themes of 36 VIEWS
A panel discussion on “Art-World Movers and Shakers” explores the art-related themes of the Lantern’s production of 36 VIEWS.
LA VERITA (Campagnia Finzi Pasca): Experience the surreal
Choreographer Daniele Finzi Pasca has created an innovative circus-style performance inspired by a Dalí painting.
[book review] 50 OVER 50 (PS Books)
The newest collection from PS Books, 50 OVER 50, continues the publishing company’s recent trend of showcasing work by female writers and artists.
PIFA Returns: A full schedule of the 2016 Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts
The 16-day celebration of art showcasing a breadth of local and international performances and installations presented at locations across Philadelphia.
Arts in Sacred Places: Grand opening of the Philadelphia Design Center
A new facility in Philadelphia offers theatrical designers affordable monthly memberships in an accessible co-workspace with state-of-the-arts equipment.
