Philadelphia
One of the finest music conservatories in the world, the Curtis only accepts exceptionally gifted students into its tuition-free programs. If you attend…
Must-see entertainment in Philadelphia
South Philadelphia
Great cabaret, club nights and other events all happen here. Shows could be a tryout of a new musical, male queer 'boylesque', or, on rare occasions,…
Philadelphia
One of Philly's most exciting and original contemporary theater companies, Pig Iron shows can be bizarre combinations of vaudeville, clowning and silence,…
Philadelphia
Home to U Penn's radio station, WXPN, this former factory is one of Philly's premier live-music venues. There are upstairs and downstairs performance…
Philadelphia
A former tombstone store, then producer Diplo's studios, this eclectic space now has an equally eclectic program of cult movie nights, live-music shows,…
Philadelphia
The city's most active and prestigious arts institution, this modern concert hall, designed by Rafael Viñoly, hosts the Philadelphia Orchestra, the…
Chinatown & Center City East
A top local theater company since 1973, Wilma has staged a number of avant-garde productions and regularly hosts premiers of new works. Its 296-seat…
Philadelphia
Known as the Grand Old Lady of Locust St, the gas lamps on the front of this renovated 1857 opera house set the tone for the gorgeous baroque interior. It…
Logan Square & Fairmount
Major stars including Smokey Robinson, Aretha Franklin, Ryan Adams and Sigur Rós, have played this superb outdoor arena on a hill overlooking Fairmount…
Philadelphia Metropolitan Opera House
Logan Square & Fairmount
This grand old dame, once the largest theater of its kind in the world, has sat largely empty and unloved for years. At the time of research major…
Philadelphia
The place to come to see independent and art-house movies as well as special-event screenings such as those offered by National Theatre Live and the Royal…
Philadelphia
FringeArts lives up to its name by sticking to its mission of celebrating all that's at the cutting edge (and beyond) of performing arts. Drop by on the…
South Philadelphia
The proud home of the Philadelphia Eagles (www.philadelphiaeagles.com) and occasional stage for mega-concerts. Since their Super Bowl win it's sure to be…
Philadelphia
The International House Philadelphia celebrates cultural diversity, hosting more than 200 events each year including concerts, cultural celebrations and…
South Philadelphia
Home to Philadelphia Phillies baseball team, this 43,000-seat ball park boasts great sight lines and close proximity to the field, as well as panoramic…
Chinatown & Center City East
Back in 1909 when Macy's was Wanamaker's, owner John Wanamaker installed this enormous pipe organ hosting free concerts to delight shoppers and make them…
Philadelphia
Enjoy these alfresco concerts in the Stoner Courtyard of Penn Museum. The eclectic lineup of performances can range from Creole zydeco to Middle Eastern…
Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz and Performing Arts
South Philadelphia
This jazz institution evolved from the Local 274, a black musician's union formed in 1935 when racism and segregation prohibited African Americans from…
South Philadelphia
The iconic neon sign has glowed above the entrance to this bar for decades, but it's only in the last couple of years that the Boot & Saddle has…
Philadelphia
Named after a sporting enclosure common in ancient Greece, the Palestra is where you can catch U Penn men's and women's basketball games, volleyball and…
First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia
Philadelphia
This basement, chapel and sanctuary of this high Victorian Gothic church is occasionally used by R5 Productions (www.r5productions.com) as one of the…
Chinatown & Center City East
Affectionately known as the Troc, this old movie theater is mainly used for rock and pop concerts and comedy shows these days. However, it reverts to its…
Chinatown & Center City East
Dating back to 1809, this is the nation's oldest playhouse and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1964. Many stars of yesteryear trod the…
Philadelphia
On a mission to screen films that others don't – from classics and forgotten gems to the most obscure of documentaries and art-house pics – the Lightbox…
Philadelphia
There are five screens at this branch of the local Ritz trio of cinemas, screening mainly indie, art-house and foreign films. Films on Wednesday cost $7…
South Philadelphia
Home of the National Hockey League team Philadelphia Flyers, the NBA Philadelphia 76ers, and the Philadelphia Soul of the Arena Football League. It's also…
Philadelphia
Showcasing local talent along with national greats, this intimate space features musicians from Monday to Saturday. Sets usually kick off around 8pm, with…
Logan Square & Fairmount
Check to see who is playing at this large outdoor amphitheater during its summer season of popular music concerts, which also include some classical…
Logan Square & Fairmount
Doors for the jazz parlor at this Southern-food restaurant and bar open at 6pm, and you're advised to get here early as it's general seating and very…
Philadelphia
The musical Cabaret, the kid's show Peter Pan and Ibsen's The Dolls House – the recent offerings by this long-established and well-regarded theater…
Philadelphia
There's a wide variety of events held several times a week at this elegant space built originally in 1911 as the First Church of Christ Scientist. Check…
Church of the Holy Trinity Rittenhouse Square
Philadelphia
Free classical-music concerts are held most Wednesdays in this handsome l859 church designed by Scottish-born architect John Norman. The church, which has…
South Philadelphia
A century ago this venue was a nickelodeon and you can still see its roots as an old-time movie theater from its tiered levels of seating. Today it's used…
Philadelphia
This 300-seat comedy club, restaurant and bar is part of a small national chain of similar comedy venues. The lineup includes established acts as well as…
Philadelphia
This handsome, U-shaped stadium, built in 1922, is the venue for the Penn Relay track-and-field events in April, as well as the varsity football and…
Philadelphia
With room for up to 2500 spectators, this is one of Philly's largest live-music venues. Upstairs is the more intimate 450-person Foundry space, which is…
Philadelphia
One of the hubs of Philly's indie-rock scene, this is a great small venue with a balcony, plus a solid restaurant and bar with equally indie-minded beers.
Philadelphia
Opened in 2011, this music hall is one of the best spaces in Philly for bigger-name bands, with eclectic bookings and good bar service.
Venice Island Performing Arts & Recreation Center
Philadelphia
Bridges from Cotton and Lock Sts lead over to the small park on Venice Island where you'll find this 250-seat performing arts and recreation center.
