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The artistic life and legacy of James E. Newton

Timeless artistry and mentorship from a local legend

A series of exhibitions from the University of Delaware and Delaware Art Museum celebrates the work of artist and mentor James E. Newton. Dara McBride previews.

Dara McBride

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Illustration, a person painted in blacks and browns with a multicolored rasta-like hat, stylized panthers at their side

The BSR Weekly Arts and Culture Roundup, February 15-21, 2024

Blue Heaven, Negro Ensemble Company, Art of Brick, and more

Rebuilding classic art with LEGOs, heavenly laughs, a musical fairy tale, and Love Day vibes roundup this week. Kyle V. Hiller previews.
Kyle V. Hiller

Kyle V. Hiller

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Black and white photo of a large tent in a snowy, wooded area, cords holding it up

The Museum of the American Revolution explores the travels of Washington’s war tent

A travelin’ soldier

Casting light on an installation that sits at the centerpiece at the Museum of the American Revolution, and building a narrative around more than just a tent. Lowry Yankwich explores.
Lowry Yankwich

Lowry Yankwich

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About two dozen performers in all black stand together in a hall room

BSR Classical Interludes, February 2024, part 2

Music from Estonia, the African diaspora, and songs for Valentine’s Day

More classical music in February, including offerings from the Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir, Lyric Fest, Delaware Symphony Chamber Orchestra, and more. Gail Obenreder previews.
Gail Obenreder

Gail Obenreder

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A Chinese dragon is carried outdoors at night in the street in Chinatown

The BSR Weekly Arts and Culture Roundup, February 8-14, 2024

Pass Over, (Re)FOCUS, Cannonball CRASH, and the Lunar New Year

A run of Pass Over plays at REP, Cannonball spreads love—and hope, and the Philadelphia Suns parade into the Lunar New Year. Kyle V. Hiller rounds up.
Kyle V. Hiller

Kyle V. Hiller

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Gnome Core journeys through South Philly Meadows

Whimsical, magical wonders rooted in reality

The magical and politically relevant performance from Alex Tatarsky is a chance to connect with the earth and our inner child on a journey through South Philly Meadows. Dara McBride previews.

Dara McBride

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Dancers, all masked, in casual clothes, on dim stage. One dancer is on the floor, others stand over with their hands out over

Sarah Carlson and Vernon J. Mobley present The Body Keeps the Score

Dancing through trauma

Choreographer Sarah Carlson and composer Vernon J. Mobley explore trauma in The Body Keeps the Score: Dancing with Trauma and Recovery, an original work inspired by Bessel van der Kolk’s well-known book. Melissa Strong previews.
Melissa Strong

Melissa Strong

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Six large b&w portrait photos of adults, one child, on tapestries at an exhibit wall with touch pads and headphones in front

Jefferson’s Helix Gallery presents File/Life—We Remember Stories of Pennhurst

A community archivists’ research project on the lives of Pennhurst residents

File/Life—We Remember Stories of Pennhurst at the new Jefferson University Helix Gallery highlights the work of community archivists who researched archival files of former residents of the Pennhurst institution. Barbara Sheehan previews.
Barbara Sheehan

Barbara Sheehan

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B&W photo, Andrade and a younger student in classroom review large prints on a desk. Another student is at a desk behind them

(Re)FOCUS: Then and Now honors a historic 1974 Philly feminist arts festival

A citywide celebration of 50 years of impact

(Re)FOCUS connects a landmark feminist arts festival from 1974 with a new set of exhibitions and celebrations in 2024 throughout the city. Emily Schilling previews.
Emily Schilling

Emily Schilling

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A group of teens in a classroom setting standing together, posing for a group photo

Natural Creativity's Philly Teen Travelers rock out to Colorado

City streets and punk beats

Natural Creativity helps orchestrate a trip to Colorado for a group of Philly teens, raising funds and awareness with punk rock. Dara McBride previews.

Dara McBride

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