May 1, 2013
The Curtis Institute of Music is a Philadelphia gem, training the next generation of classical musicians in a tuition-free, merit-based program. That means, every student — undergrad and graduate alike — is accepted solely on the basis of artistic talent and promise. With such a standard, virtuosity abounds. Curtis alumni have gone on to receive [...]
Read more»March 14, 2013
Philadelphia is a great place to be on a budget. Many of our museums, theaters and historical landmarks often offer discounted tickets and cheap events on certain days. Plus, many of our great attractions are just inexpensive — or free! — to begin with. No matter what your budget is, this list encompasses plenty of [...]
Read more»October 22, 2012
This Friday, October 26 at 6:30 p.m., usher in the Curtis Institute of Music’s 2012/2013 season with their free “Friday Night at Curtis!” event for young professionals. Hosted by The Crescendo Club, the Curtis Institute’s young friends group, the event will offer complimentary wine and snacks as you mingle before the headline feature of the [...]
Read more»August 22, 2012
In celebration of the final days of the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s marquee exhibition, Gauguin, Cézanne, Matisse: Visions of Arcadia (closing September 3), the museum is hosting “Wooing the woodland Muse on slender reed,” an afternoon concert this Sunday, August 26 in the museum’s Van Pelt Auditorium. Musicians from Philadelphia’s Curtis Institute of Music will [...]
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Meet David Devan, General Director of the Opera Company of Philadelphia, who will singlehandedly make you an opera fan if you’re not already.
The Opera Company of Philadelphia proves that opera is much cooler than your grandmother’s pasttime. Check out the Opera Company’s Random Acts of Culture pop-up performances at places like Reading Terminal; and stay tuned for an awesome fall performance of La Boheme simulcast on Independence Mall.
For now, watch the video above!
Opera Company of Philadelphia
www.operaphila.org
Academy of Vocal Arts
1920 Spruce Street
www.avaopera.com
Curtis Opera Theatre
1726 Locust Street
www.curtis.edu
Meet David Devan, General Director of the Opera Company of Philadelphia, who will singlehandedly make you an opera fan if you’re not already. The Opera Company of Philadelphia proves that opera is much cooler than your grandmother’s pasttime. Check out the Opera Company’s Random Acts of Culture pop-up performances at places like Reading Terminal; and [...]
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Watch the video above to meet Marvin Moon, a viola player in the renowned Philadelphia Orchestra, and find out where he recommends you go to attend top-notch music concerts for free.
Insider tip: to hear Marvin and the rest of the orchestra for just $10, head to the Kimmel Center box office from 5:30-6:30 p.m. before evening subscription concerts and 12:30-1:30 p.m. before 2 p.m. matinees. A ticket anywhere in the house is just $10.
Philadelphia Orchestra
The Kimmel Center (Verizon Hall), Broad & Spruce Streets
www.philorch.org
Curtis Institute of Music
1726 Locust Street
www.curtis.edu
Watch the video above to meet Marvin Moon, a viola player in the renowned Philadelphia Orchestra, and find out where he recommends you go to attend top-notch music concerts for free. Insider tip: to hear Marvin and the rest of the orchestra for just $10, head to the Kimmel Center box office from 5:30-6:30 p.m. [...]
Read more»January 5, 2012
Philadelphia’s midweek nightlife rocks just as hard as the weekends. Choose from classic movies, dance classes, concerts, cooking classes, museum happy hours, even drag nights, as alternatives to the bustling bar scene in Philadelphia (although we can help you out with some suggestions for high-quality sips as well). Check out our top picks, below, for [...]
Read more»September 30, 2010
There’s nothing in the world quite like live music. Listening to the same pieces on your iPod or sound system is just never the same after being in the presence of the real thing. One of the joys of living in Philadelphia is the abundance of live music listening opportunities and on October 11, we’ll [...]
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