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Falsettos, pop art, Invasion Weekend, and more
The BSR Weekly Arts and Culture Roundup, September 25-October 1, 2025
Kyle V. Hiller
Coming up in Philly this week, Network for New Music invites Afro-Cuban composer Leo Brouwer to compose the company’s first concert of the season. A Tony Award-winning musical opens the doors for the Arden’s new season, and Fabric Workshop and Museum debuts a pair of exhibitions you’ll definitely want to check out.
The Living Temple: The World of Moki Cherry and Lisa Alvarado: Talismans for a Theater of Resilience
September 25, 2025-April 12, 2026
Fabric Workshop and Museum, 1214 Arch Street, Philadelphia
Ars Nova Workshop and the Fabric Workshop and Museum present The Living Temple: The World of Moki Cherry, a retrospective centered around Swedish visual artist and designer Moki Cherry. The exhibition brings together textiles, tapestries, paintings, drawings, concert posters, clothing, ceramics, music, and more to explore Moki’s process and experience. This also opens alongside Talismans for a Theater of Resilience, an exhibition on fabric, light, and sound works by artist-in-residence Lisa Alvarado.
Leo Brouwer Composer Portrait
Friday, September 26, 7pm
Esperanza Arts Center, 4261 North 5th Street, Philadelphia
Network for New Music opens its 2025-26 season, titled Myths, Murmurs, and the Macabre, this weekend with the first concert. The company will celebrate the legacy of Afro-Cuban composer Leo Brouwer, exploring his works that helped redefine classical guitar repertoire.
Falsettos
September 27-October 12, 2025
Arden Theatre Company, 40 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia
Arden Theatre Company begins its new season as well with a Tony Award-winning musical. Falsettos tells the story of Marvin, who is navigating life after leaving his wife and son to be with his lover, and explores the humor, heartbreak, and complexity of finding connection amidst the emerging AIDS crisis in the 1980s. Opening night is Saturday, October 4, at 7pm.
Equilibrium Dance Company's Pop Art
Saturday, September 27, 3pm and 7pm
Equilibrium Dance Company, 1802 South Broad Street, Philadelphia
The company’s fall art show showcases work that reflects pop art culture, and this year’s edition will have guest performances by Melange Contemporary Dance and Allegory Dance Theatre.
Delco Horror Haven’s 2nd Annual Invasion Weekend
September 27-28, 2025
Media Community Center, 301 North Jackson Street, Media
Towne House, 117 Veterans Square, Media
Get into spooky season with a vendor market, a film festival, and an appearance by Philly’s own horror film veteran Brian Anthony Wilson (and other guests!) at this year’s Invasion Weekend. Over 25 local artisans will showcase handmade jewelry, aromatic candles, books, and more. Cosplay is highly encouraged.
At top: Steve Pacek leads the way in the Arden's production of Falsettos. (Photo courtesy of Arden Theatre Company.)
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