Philly-made films, writing with Blue Stoop, a new vast exhibit at the Penn Museum, and a new quartet hits the scene this week. Kyle V. Hiller rounds up.

The outdoor exhibition from the Science History Institute presents the story of Georg and Max Bredig, their scientific accomplishments, and their escape from Nazi Germany. Gary Day previews.

The week features a restorative healing initiative, the longest running film festival in Philadelphia, The Royale from Lantern Theater Company, and a conversation with award-winning actress Sarah Podemski. Kyle V. Hiller rounds up.

Usiloquy Dance Designs hosts Philadholphia, a celebration of South Asian music and dance including its performance of Chaat. David Block previews.

The spin-off of Tom Stoppard’s Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead centers the late MCs Tupac Shakur and the Notorious B.I.G., crafting a story that encourages the audience’s own self-exploration. Daralyse Lyons previews.

PAAFF celebrates 15 years, Crossing the Veil premieres in Philadelphia, a pair of multidisciplinary exhibits open, and solving the mysteries of a writer's real world past highlight the week. Kyle V. Hiller rounds up.

Stephen Silver rounds up the Philadelphia area's November movie screenings.

Gail Obenreder looks at a few of the musical offerings to brighten up any gray days.

Celebrate the season with festivals inspired by Halloween, Día de los Muertos, and Japanese yokai; dive into fall with the Midtown Village Fall Festival; and check out Wolf Play from Theatre Exile. Kyle V. Hiller rounds up.

The Stand with Ukraine Listening Loom Project, PHonk! Festival, and BATH HOUSE highlight the week, and free admission at AAMP this weekend. Kyle V. Hiller rounds up.