Creative economy
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Old City Arts 1975-1980 shows how artists shaped the city of Philadelphia
Five years that changed Philly forever
A history project titled 'Old City Arts 1975-1980' looks back on five remarkable years that changed the face of the city and shifted the course of the region’s arts scene. Gary Day considers.
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Will the Pennsylvania Ballet ever hit the world stage?
Building an international company
Pennsylvania Ballet artistic director Angel Corella is making plans for the company’s next step, onto stages beyond the U.S. But it’s going to need some new partners. Camille Bacon-Smith considers.
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A Novel Idea opens on East Passyunk Avenue
Book it to East Passyunk
In a booming city corridor packed with world-class restaurants and indie shops selling everything from T-shirts to terrariums, book lovers finally have a home.
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Be the "actor-and" you want to see in the world
Donning — and doffing — the artist's hat
It takes a village to support a career artist, but there's no shame in building a village of your own the best way you can. Cara Blouin considers.
Cara Blouinand Illustration by Hannah Kaplan
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NextMove makes its next move: To the Annenberg Center
Back to the future
NextMove Dance is moving yet again, back to University City. What does it mean for Philly’s dance scene? Melissa Strong considers.
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'Watch Me Jump,' by Jeremy Gable: Theater as video game
8-bit drama
Jeremy Gable's 'Watch Me Jump' world-premieres his own play in video-game format. Cara Blouin considers.
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Eastern State Penitentiary engages big audiences, bigger questions
Bringing the 19th century into the 21st
Eastern State Penitentiary rethought their museum exhibitions, took a risk, and saw a huge growth in attendance. How did they do it? Cara Blouin considers.
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Cashing in on "new media" art
The digital underground is ready for its closeup
Digital media, BioArt, interactive art, and more are swiftly becoming the new creative currency, but in Philadelphia, they haven't started generating real currency. Amanda Wagner considers.
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Philadelphia Scenic Works builds a future together
Stop, collaborate, and listen
Philadelphia Scenic Works was born from the need for an affordable, safe way to construct theatrical sets. More important, it embraces the spirit of working together. Seth Rozin considers.
Seth Rozinand Illustration by Hannah Kaplan
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Painted Bride Art Center will lose its "place" in Philadelphia
Runaway bride
As the Painted Bride Art Center prepares to sell its iconic Old City home, emerging artists wonder where they will find shelter for their own work. Tieshka Smith considers.
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