What’s Behind The Girls’ High Graduation Fuss?

A long-time university president, who has presided over countless commencements, reflects on upholding and changing traditions

By Elaine Maimon

Art for Change: The Prankster

Rose Luardo, performer, dancer, visual artist and comedian shuns stereotypes in pursuit of art that’s both thoroughly provoking and totally fun

By Logan Cryer

Art for Change: The Lady Hoofers

In the first of a series with Forman Arts Initiative, Kat Echevarria Richter talks about The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble, which is reviving the "Black vernacular" dance form for new audiences

By Blake Bradford

Citizen of the Week: Kemar Jewel

The Philly native and Temple-trained choreographer has gone viral with dances that celebrate the Black queer experience—and offer hope for all of us

By Jessica Blatt Press

Catherine Littlefield | Philadelphia Women’s History Month All-Star

All-Star #18: Catherine Littlefield

The Citizen Recommends: BalletX Beyond

With its new online subscription service, local contemporary dance company BalletX continues its tradition of breaking the mold. Could its pivot model a way forward for the beleaguered arts community in Philly, and elsewhere?

By Jessica Blatt Press

All the Right Moves

While other cultural organizations struggle to stay relevant, Christine Cox’s BalletX keeps growing, spreading the joy of dance to more people

By Sarah Jordan