events
Hairspray
Tuesday, 11/04/2008 to Sunday, 01/04/2009@ Various times
What: In 1962 Baltimore, all Tracy Turnblad wants to do is dance her ass off on the Corny Collins Show. See her accomplish her big dreams (and big hair) on the Walnut Street Theater stage.
Where: Walnut Street Theater, 825 Walnut St., Philadelphia, PA
Cost: $10-$125
James Castle Retrospective
Tuesday, 10/14/2008 to Friday, 01/09/2009@ NA
What: The Philadelphia Museum of Art will present the first comprehensive museum exhibition of the art of James Castle (1899-1977), one of the most enigmatic and remarkable self-taught artists to emerge in the United States during the 20th century.
Where: Philadelphia Museum of Art (26th Street & the Benjamin Franklin Parkway)
Cost: $7 adults $5 students
Jay Brannan
Sunday, 11/09/2008@ 8PM
What: Jay Brannan is using his fame from the flick "Shortbus" to make it in the music industry. His soft-spoken voice and sensitive lyrics are sure to win audiences over.
Where: Johnny Brenda's @ 1201 N Frankford Ave Philadelphia, PA
Cost: $12 | 21+
Museum of Art:
Saturday, 09/27/2008 to Sunday, 12/28/2008@ 6 PM
What: 19th century artist Thomas Chambers' 15 prints will be displayed including American Marine and Landscape Painter.
Where: Museum of Art
Cost: $19
The Urban Archives
Monday, 10/13/2008 to Friday, 01/30/2009@ Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-5PM
What: The 10-million item Urban Archives collection held at Temple University's Paley Library holds exclusive insight into the city of Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley, from the 18th to 20th centuries. The collection includes print materials and visual media and the opening of the Manuscript Collection will offer incredible knowledge on the political and community organizations in Philadelphia.
Where: Samuel Paley Library, Temple University; 1210 W. Berks Street, Philadelphia, PA
Cost: N/A; All Ages
