Arts

Arts

'Stitched! Weaving Together Philly's Fiber Arts Community' Explores the Ties That Bind Us

The Kelly Writers House hosted Professor Funderburg's creative nonfiction class that explored community in their own lives and in Philadelphia as a whole.
April 22, 2019 at 8:03 pm

by KATIE FARRELL

Arts

The Quaker Notes "Cheers To Forty Years" Performance Highlights What Makes Them Special

A look at how the all–female acapella group spent their fortieth year singing at Penn.
April 22, 2019 at 7:28 pm

by MEHEK BOPARAI

Arts

Pennchants' 30th Anniversary Show: A Celebration of Old Friends and New Tricks

Three board members discuss their love for the a cappella group, and their excitement about their upcoming show, 'XXX'.
April 17, 2019 at 10:26 pm

by SHUNMEL SYAU

Arts

A Night With Lebanese–American Comedian, Nemr

The comedian—who came to Penn on Tuesday, April 9—thinks we should stop bottling in our hate and take it at face value.
April 17, 2019 at 10:17 pm

by ZOE YOUNG

Arts

"Stand–Ups Sit Down": A Conversation with Female Comedians About Industry Challenges

Judy Gold and Laurie Kilmartin joined the Kelly Writers House to deliver bittersweet insight on sexism in the comedy industry.
April 15, 2019 at 6:46 pm

by KATIE FARRELL

Arts

The Nameless Group Behind 'ColorVision' Anticipates Their Next Event, 'Before We Go'

Aayush Sanghrajka (W '19), Belle Carlson (C '19), and Ethan Daly (W '19) are three of 15 members presenting an art show on April 18.
April 14, 2019 at 9:51 pm

by BEBE HODGES

Arts

Emily Yao: Revealing Yourself at a Distance Through Poetry and Photography

Poet and photographer Emily Yao shares the motive behind her art, and what inspires her to keep writing.
April 14, 2019 at 8:34 pm

by KATIE FARRELL

Arts

Weike Wang: The Practical Writer Who Will Always Tell You the Truth

The PEN/Hemingway Award–winning author and Penn lecturer talks about switching her career from STEM to writing.
April 13, 2019 at 3:33 am

by JESSICA BAO

Arts

'Soy Cuba': Roger Toledo's Exhibit Brings Cuba to Penn

Toledo's exhibit—which translates to 'I am Cuba'—features innovative techniques and opportunities to engage.
April 10, 2019 at 1:07 am

by SHUNMEL SYAU

Arts

Strictly Funk's Latest Production Takes Us Back To Our Childhood

The urban dance team moved to our favorite cartoon theme songs at their performances on April 4—6.
April 9, 2019 at 1:49 pm

by MEHEK BOPARAI

Arts

Building Bridges: 'Graffiti & Ornament' Connects Philly's Past and Present Through Art

The Woodlands in West Philadelphia presents 'Graffiti & Ornament', an exhibition of site–specific works by artists Roberto Lugo and Leo Tecosky.
April 9, 2019 at 10:00 am

by JESS ARATEN

Arts

PennYo: The A Cappella Group That Treats You Like a Friend

The group put on a beautiful and resonant spring show on the weekend of March 29.
April 7, 2019 at 5:52 pm

by JESSICA BAO

Arts

'Why Poetry? Why Now?': Tracy K. Smith's Visit to Penn

U.S. Poet Laureate spoke to students about the power of words on March 28.
April 5, 2019 at 6:30 pm

by SHUNMEL SYAU

Arts

Penn Dance's 'CURATED': From Freshman Inspiration to Senior On–Stage Performance

Penn Dance Company's graduating class bridges two forms of art—visual and performing—for its spring independent show, CURATED.
April 2, 2019 at 7:22 pm

by KATIE FARRELL