Thanks to everyone who responded to last week's call for reader perspectives on dynamic pricing at Philly theaters. I am turning up a lot of interesting info as I continue to work on this story, and if you want to weigh in, there's still time. Send your thoughts to [email protected] and title your email "DYNAMIC PRICING".
A FEASTIVAL treat
One week from tonight (on October 22), I'll be attending FEASTIVAL, the flagship annual fundraiser at FringeArts. We're happy to offer you, our subscribers, an exclusive discount. Tickets are on sale here. Enter the promo code BSR25feast at checkout for $25 off. It sounds like a great night, with performances by Brian Sanders and surprise guests, a "Cocktail Advice Booth” featuring R. Eric Thomas, and food from top Philly restaurants, including Fette Sau, Irwin's, Morimoto, Rice & Sambal, Stina, and lots more. If you attend, look out for me and say hello!
Elections matter
As our longtime readers know, we at BSR aren't political reporters, but we do believe strongly in supporting our local democracy by helping our community stay aware of upcoming elections. The people we elect to city and state offices, including our judges, often have a bigger effect on our lives than federal officials. This year's PA election is coming right up on Tuesday, November 4. Here are some easy-to-understand, nonpartisan sources to get you ready. I like this short primer from City & State PA on Pennsylvania's judicial system (do you know why it's unusual?). The Philadelphia Citizen has a good election guide, and WHYY explains what's at stake in our Supreme Court retention race. Get informed now, spread the word, and make your plan to vote on or before November 4.
In the meantime, protests are part of Philly's cultural life, and many members of the BSR community are planning to join peaceful pro-democracy "No Kings" protests on Saturday, October 18 throughout the country. In Center City, marchers will gather at City Hall at noon, and head to a rally with speakers at Independence Mall. Next week, we'll bring you scenes from this and other local rallies.
This week's reviews
Our museum writers are in top form this week, taking you to new exhibitions at the Wharton Esherick Museum (featuring exciting, newly discovered work by Wharton's wife Leticia), Clay as Care at The Clay Studio, and a pair of thoughtful shows at The Print Center. We're also covering Million Dollar Quartet at the Walnut, The Rocky Horror Show in New Hope, and a fiery debut from the new music director at the Delaware Symphony Orchestra.
Ok. That's enough for now! Kyle will be with you tomorrow to kick off your weekend plans.
Alaina Johns
BSR editor-in-chief
