events
A Bronx Tale
Tuesday, 11/11/2008 to Sunday, 11/23/2008@ Various Times
What: The praised and adored play based off of a legendary movie just came from a very succesful run on Broadway. See Chazz Palminteri's performance as a young boy's coming of age in the rough times of 1960s-era Bronx.
Where: The Merriam Theater, 250 Broad St., Philadelphia, PA
Cost: $25-$63.50
See www.ticketmaster.com/event/0200411D9EC75A7E to buy tickets.
American Fight Club
Friday, 11/07/2008 to Saturday, 12/20/2008
What: Over 10 years in the making, this photographic exhibit documents the violent world of boxing gyms in our country's most destitute neighborhoods and the troubled individuals who survive them. Part of the Painted Bride's Independence Foundation Gallery for the Visual Arts, there will be two receptions on November 7th and December 5th from 5-7pm.
Where: Painted Bride Art Center @ 230 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA
Cost: N/A
Divide and Consider
Tuesday, 11/04/2008 to Saturday, 11/29/2008
What: A solo exhibition of new works by Scottish artist Dana Hargrove exploring her ongoing interest in globalization and militaristic issues, while discussing the colonization of South Africa. The month long show will have an opening reception on First Friday, November 7th, 6:00-8:30pm.
Where: Bridgette Mayer Gallery @ 709 Walnut St. Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: N/A
First Person Festival
Tuesday, 11/11/2008 to Sunday, 11/16/2008@ 6PM-9PM
What: First Person Arts announces the seventh annual First Person Festival of memoir and documentary art, the only festival dedicated to presenting works of art based on real-life experiences. First Person Arts takes the lead as a presenter of first person stories in all forms, showcasing works by local and nationally renowned artists and nurturing the talents of emerging artists.
Where: Painted Bride Art Center, 230 Vine St, Philadelphia
Cost: Free
Gee's Bend
Tuesday, 09/16/2008 to Sunday, 12/14/2008@ Tues-Sun, 10AM-5PM; Fridays, until 8:45PM
What: See the truly extraordinary creations by members of the Gee's Bend community in Alabama. This exhibition of quilts made in the unique, African-American tradition, includes some from the early 20th century as well as very recent work.
Where: Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th St. & the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA
Cost: $14/adults, $12/Seniors (65+), $10/Students, 13-18, Free/12 and under
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
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
Philly Jewish Film Festival
Saturday, 11/01/2008 to Monday, 05/18/2009@ Various times
What: The 28th annual Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival is the second longest running Jewish Film Festival in the United States. Support its diverse and compelling line-up of independent films and see why it has been around for so long.
Where: Various locations
Cost: Various costs
Rest Your Feet
Tuesday, 11/04/2008 to Friday, 12/12/2008@ 11AM-5PM
What: This exhibit seeks to understand the impact of shoes and chairs in our everyday lives. Check out this unique exhibit daily, Monday-Friday, at the Leonard Pearlstein Gallery. Shoes designed by Prada to Salvatore Ferragamo are paired with chairs designed by Harry Pertoia to Don Chadwick to discover the answer to this quirky inquiry of the effects of the two.
Where: The Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts and Design. Nesbit Hall. 33rd and Market. Philadelphia, PA.
Cost: FREE! | all ages
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
The War Party
Tuesday, 11/04/2008 to Sunday, 11/23/2008@ Times Vary
What: Check out this modern political parody about the limitations of a two-party political system featuring food fights, girls kissing and FDR. Just in time for this monumental election, this play will surely entertain as well as make you think.
Where: InterAct Theatre Company. 2030 Sansom St. Philadelphia, PA.
Cost: $10-28
Urban Reef
Friday, 11/07/2008 to Saturday, 11/15/2008@ 5PM-7PM
What: Arden Bendler Browning's mixed media drawings contemplate the symbiotic relationships between refuse and expansive growth within the urban environment, and nature's reclamation of industrial wastelands. The exhibit will last from November 7 to December 20, with 5-7pm receptions on 11/7 and 12/5.
Where: Painted Bride Art Center @ 230 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA
Cost: N/A
Von Iva
Tuesday, 11/11/2008@ 8PM
What: Ass shaking soul and raunchy rock n roll that will make your neck sore in agreement. It's like Aretha's been chopped up into three hot white girl rockers and a synthesizer. Don't forget to bring it, because you're gonna need it to shake it. Also in the mix are MC Digga, DJ CB34 and DJ Nattie Ice.
Where: The M-Room, 15 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Cost: $8 [21+ with ID]
