Since philadelphia mayor michael nutter announced drastic city budget cuts about two weeks ago, arts organizations have been looking for ways to cut back. One of the cuts takes effect today. From WHYY's Arts and Culture desk, Alex Schmidt reports.
Yesterday, some of the most important Philadelphia artifacts sold in a decade hit the auction block. The collection of businessman Jay T. Snider included 375 items, some of which will be accessible to the public in Philadelphia... while others won't. From WHYY's Arts and Culture desk, Alex Schmidt reports.
The tenth annual Marian Anderson award event tonight at the Kimmel Center honors artists who have made humanitarian contributions. From WHYY's Arts and Culture Desk, Alex Schmidt reports.
Meet Clifford Wagner, a whirling dervish of a man who creates interactive science exhibits. He says "You spend half your life as a teacher and half as a student." His exhibits combine ingenuity, humor and exuberance to tickle the scientific curiosity in young and old alike.
Fusing classical, rock, blues, jazz, world music, progressive, as well as the quintessential California musical genre of surf music, California Guitar Trio's stunning virtuosity has earned them an enthusiastic following.
Arts Calendar
Arts Calendar Find out what's going on in your area. Every week we pick a fresh lineup of performances, showcases, and other cultural events.
The Sixth Square
Who and what is The Sixth Square? It's WHYY's Arts & Culture blog that features insights, observations and tips. Read the blog »
On Stage at Curtis
Tune in to the Y Arts Channel for On Stage at Curtis Wedesdays at 8pm, Fridays at 9pm, and Sundays 7 pm. Watch the extraordinarily talented students of Philadelphia's Curtis Institute of Music perform works by Beethoven, Haydn, Brahms, Mozart, and Chopin and many more. The new season begins October 1st. See the full schedule.
