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Presented in conjunction with Philadelphia Folklore Project, Watts brings together three generations of women keeping this musical tradition alive. [learn more]
Be part of the premiere of Because of the War and help the Philadelphia Folklore Project mark their 30th birthday at this special event including dinner, drinks and dessert. [learn more]
Scribe Video Center and Philadelphia Folklore Project present Visual Storytelling: Food as Culture Heritage and Community, a workshop series led by instructors Selina Morales and Sosena Solomon (LTA '14, ACG '13). Participants will discuss the social and political aspects of diverse food traditions, and create short films demonstrating how food can build communities while honoring traditions. The six sessions will be held on Thursdays starting May 4, 2017, 7:00 - 9:00PM. [learn more]
Philadelphia Folklore Project hosts Losang Samten, a native of Tibet, for a sand mandala residency April 3-7. Stop by to observe and speak with Losang about his process as he brings elements of the Tibetan Buddhist universe into being through the intricate layering of colored sand. [learn more]
The award-winning singers bring their unique take on traditional and contemporary Liberian songs for one night only. [learn more]
Join PFP as they explore the relationship between traditional/folk arts and historical memory, reconciliation, anti-violence, immigration rights and other justice work through a screening of the documentary, Acting Together on the World Stage, and a panel discussion featuring artists, activists and scholars. March 21 at The Performance Garage. [learn more]
The National Endowment for the Arts announced Vera Nakonechny (LTA '11), a Ukrainian embroiderer and bead worker from Philadelphia, is a recipient of a 2014 NEA National Heritage Fellowship, the nation's highest honor in the folk and traditional arts. [learn more]
Philadelphia Folklore Project is celebrating its 27th birthday on June 7 with performances and awards. [learn more]