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Does Philly’s proposed 2026 budget cut arts and culture? City arts leaders explain.
Arts supporters must raise their voice in every budget cycle
Recent reporting showed Philly’s arts and culture budget is getting yet another proposed cut from the mayor, but arts leaders say the truth is more complicated, and they urge public advocacy. Alaina Johns looks closer.
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Philly arts organizations speak up after the Trump administration revokes their NEA grants
“We’re all banding together. Otherwise, we’re not going to exist.”
The Trump administration is clawing back hundreds of thousands of dollars of NEA grants already promised to arts groups around the country. These cuts are hitting hard in Philly, but artists tell Anndee Hochman they will not stop their work.
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New accessibility options at Ensemble Arts open doors to audiences who are often excluded
“We want to make every person in the diverse region feel welcome”
Ensemble Arts Philly, which runs venues including Marian Anderson Hall and the Academy of Music, is increasing its welcome to patrons who are often excluded, including Deaf and autistic folks. Anndee Hochman learns more.
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Multiple truths: A conversation with Chasing Chasing Amy filmmaker Sav Rodgers
Exploring love, queerness, and becoming yourself through the lens of late 1990s favorite Chasing Amy
Filmmaker Sav Rodgers did not mean to show his own journey, including his transition and his own love story, but his documentary Chasing Chasing Amy explores much more than the hit film. He speaks with Adryan Corcione.
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Unique Black bodies fascinated Philadelphians of the past
Diverse bodies have a long history in Philly that continues today
In honor of Women's History Month, Constance Garcia-Barrio honors four Black women who appeared in Philly in the 19th and 20th centuries, drawing crowds to their unique bodies, and reflects on acceptance of diverse bodies today.
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Blind filmmaker David Y. Block is finally telling his own story
The life behind Born Blind
David Y. Block, a blind journalist and filmmaker, has been telling other people’s stories through his documentaries for years. But as he tells Anndee Hochman, now he’s learning to turn that lens on himself.
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What to do if you’re grieving on Valentine’s Day
Tips for navigating loss as everyone celebrates love
Valentine’s Day can bring romance, tenderness, and fun, but it can also be a painful time if you’re experiencing grief. Constance Garcia-Barrio connects with Philly grief experts and resources to help you through this day and every day.
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Philadelphia Orchestra open rehearsals take music lovers of all ages behind the scenes of the symphony
A symphonic sneak peek
What goes on as the Philadelphia Orchestra, directed by Yannick Nézet-Séguin, prepares for a performance of Mahler’s Symphony No. 9? Linda Holt visits to learn more about a program that brings donors and students together behind the scenes.
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The analog revolution is happening at Passyunk Avenue’s Philly Typewriter
Why is Philly the world’s best city for a typewriter company?
Bryan Kravitz and Bill Rhoda never thought their South Philly typewriter shop would thrive in the 21st century, but it did, especially after the pandemic pause brought a surge of new customers hungry for tactile technologies. Erin Dohony visits.
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The 2024 BSR Year-End Recommend: books, films, TV, music, and more
Build your 2025 lists with personal tips from the BSR team
The BSR Year-End Recommend is back for 2024! Our team shares their favorite movies, books, TV shows, podcasts, newsletters, music, and more.
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