Arts & Culture
ArtWell Festival
Since 2000, the nonprofit has been using art to heal, help, and bring joy to Philly. On June 8th, you too can experience the beauty of their programming
By Jessica Blatt PressMichelle Angela Ortiz
The South Philly artist activist works to empower immigrants and galvanize the public and lawmakers into action through compassion
By Sarah JordanMission Story Slam
Come find the inspiration and motivation you’ve been craving to change the world
By Elizabeth WarnerScience on Screen
Bryn Mawr Film Institute kicked off its 2nd spotlight on the sciences this week
By Siobhan GleasonJust Act, Go Vote 2.0
The experiential theater company uses drama to activate would-be voters. They’ll take their act anywhere in the city this primary season
By Katherine BourqueConsumption with a Conscience
Philly-based Wearwell is a clothing delivery service that will have you looking—and doing—good
By Jessica Blatt PressFriends, Peace, and Sanctuary
This spring and summer, the Swarthmore-based project will use art to engage Philadelphians on the experiences of the Syrian and Iraqi refugees among us
By Jamie BogertThe Public
Join the Mental Health Partnerships and director Emilio Estevez for a film about people helping people
By Alyssa Biederman“No one replaces Benjamin Franklin”
Betsy Ross. Franklin. Even Rocky Balboa. A student of legendary journalist and Penn teacher Buzz Bissinger explores the world of Philly’s history icons
By Emily CieslakThe Whistling Orchestra
You’ve heard of a cappella—but a musical group made entirely of whistlers are taking “whistle while you work” to a whole new level this weekend
By Jamie Bogert