February 25, 2025 5:15PM Kulu Mele Free Performance at Chestnut Hill Library

 

Established in Philadelphia in 1969, Kulu Mele is the nation's longest-enduring African dance company. For 50+ years, Kulu Mele has embodied excellence in West African, Cuban and African Diasporan traditions, including contemporary American hip hop, and brings traditionally meaningful African dance, drums, and culture to communities throughout our city. 

This program runs from 5:15 - 6:30 and is supported by the Friends of the Chestnut Hill Library.

Chestnut Hill Library
8711 Germantown Avenue (Germantown Ave. & Bethlehem Pike)
Philadelphia, PA 19118-2716
215- 685-9290

February 25, 2025 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: Sophia Santiago and Benjamin D'Annibale

 

SOPHIA SANTIAGO & BEN D’ANNIBALE @NOTSOLATIN!!

Tuesday, February 25th!! Come out to hear this incredible soprano and piano duo!! With a repertoire spanning everything from early baroque to the present day, they seek to explore the immense expressive possibilities of this type of ensemble by bringing a fresh and fully-rounded perspective to its repertoire. You don’t want to miss it!!

Doors at 7, show at 7:30. 1440 W Ritner Street.
See you there

February 23, 2025 5:00PM Habiba Studio presents “It Takes a Village: A Celebration of Egypt” at The Performance Garage

 

The Habiba Studio Presents The 2025 Hafla

“It takes a village: A celebration of Egypt”

Featuring Student Performers, members of the Habiba Dance Ensemble and some of Philadelphia’s finest professional dancers accompanied by a live Middle Eastern Ensemble.

Sunday, February 23, 5pm. Doors open at 4:30pm

The Performance Garage 1515 Brandywine St. Philadelphia. PA 19130

For information: habibaraqs@gmail.com

215 380-4561

Tickets: $28.52 includes fee

February 21, 2025 6:00-9:00PM Free African Dance Workshop at the American Legion, led by Amadance Schley

 

Come dance with us! 

Kulu Mele Dance Ensemble will be leading a free African dance workshop at the Black History Cultural Showcase hosted by Trinity Property Advisors! This is your chance to learn, move, and experience the energy of African dance—no experience needed!

 Date: Feb 21, 2025
 Time: 6 PM
 Location: 301 E Godfrey Ave
 FREE & open to the public!

INSTRUCTOR: Amadance Schley

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Join us for an unforgettable night of culture, rhythm, and celebration! Click link Biofor event detailshttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/1223996740199?aff=oddtdtcreator

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** Black History Cultural Showcase – Celebrate, Honor, and Experience! **

Join @jenices.events301 and @trinitypropertyadvisors for a **powerful celebration of Black culture, history, and artistry** at the **Black History Cultural Showcase**! This event will feature **live performances, storytelling, music, and more**, highlighting the rich heritage and contributions of the Black community.

February 21, 2025 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: Rhyuhn Green Trio

 

Friday, February 21st, Tiny Desk alum and Philadelphia native Rhyuhn Green performs original compositions in a debut at notsolatin.

Known for his virtuosity on the piano and complex compositions that span many different styles, Rhyuhn Green has performed on concerts for acclaimed artists such as Korn, Rob Zombie, and Godsmack, among others. A Tiny Desk alum and native Philadelphian, he has worked with talents Jamaaladeen Tacuma and Ruth Naomi Floyd, concertizing at the Clef Club of Jazz. His trio, featuring two exceptional musicians trained at Juilliard’s Jazz program, under the direction of Wynton Marsalis, brings his innovative musical vision to life.

This concert is not to be missed!!!

Doors at 7, show at 7:30. 1440 W Ritner Street

$10 donation at the door

February 20, 2025 6:00-8:00PM Jose Clemente Orozco: Man of Fire at Esperanza Arts Center

 

Join us TONIGHT for an incredible free event celebrating art, music, and culture as part of the Latin Rhythm & Reels Miniseries in partnership with WHYY.

 Free Screening: José Clemente Orozco: Man of Fire

 Thursday, February 20, 2025 |  6:00 PM
 Gran Salón & Plaza, Esperanza
4261 North 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140

Discover the legacy of José Clemente Orozco, a visionary Mexican muralist whose work explores human emotions, social issues, and the struggles of modern society.

 

Event Highlights:

Live Music by Tino Serrano y su Orquesta

Post-Screening Discussion with César Viveros, a renowned artist known for his large-scale public murals, and Zafka Christensen, a talented visual arts teacher and creative visionary

Delicious Cuisine – Enjoy a wide selection of empanadas with unique flavors and exquisite tres leches cake

 

Before or after the screening, visit Galería Esperanza and explore Perspect-Vida de un Sueño: Huellas de Puerto Rico – Un Legado en Philadelphia, featuring works by Danny Torres, a renowned Puerto Rican artist and muralist based in Philadelphia.

This family-friendly event is free and open to all. 

 Reserve your complimentary tickets now and don’t miss this unique experience.

Tickets/Boletos

The life of Mexican muralist José Clemente Orozco (1883-1949), a life filled with drama, adversity and triumph, is one of the great stories of the modern era. Despite poverty, childhood rheumatic fever that damaged his heart and an explosion in his youth that cost him his left hand, Orozco persisted in his wish to become an artist.

Gran Salon & PlazaEsperanza Arts Center, 4261 North 5th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140

February 20, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 08:00 pm

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February 20, 2025 7:30-10:30PM West Philadelphia Orchestra at The Black Squirrel Club

 

The Black Squirrel Club

1049 Sarah St.

Philadelphia, PA  19125

  

Avant village folk brass band since 2006.

You will find WPO at parties, stages, beer gardens, protests and wedding celebrations throughout the Philadelphia region. ​West Philadelphia Orchestra found inspiration in the Romani brass "orkestars" and "fanfares" of Eastern Europe. Known for stellar musicianship and dynamic live shows, the band’s sound is vibrant, powerful and extremely danceable.

Tickets: $11.50 includes fee

February 19, 2025 8:00PM Hot 8 Brass Band with the Jazztronauts at World Cafe Live

 

New Orleans-based Hot 8 Brass Band fuses traditional jazz with funk, R&B, rap, hip-hop, and “bounce.” The collective earned a Grammy Award for their feature on John Batisteʼs 2022 Album of The Year, We Are, and has supported Mos Def, Lauryn Hill, and Mary J Blige.

World Cafe Live - The Music Hall

3025 Walnut St.

Doors 7:00PM; music at 8:00PM

Tickets $2 - $30 + fee

February 18, 2025 4:30PM Bethlehem and Sad Patrick perform Songs of Love and Other Struggles at Nicetown-Tioga Library

 

Songs of Love and Other Struggles: Bethlehem and Sad Patrick Performance

 Tue, February 18, 2025 4:30 P.M.Add to your calendar
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Join us for a free concert with local rising stars Bethlehem and Sad Patrick.

Bethlehem and Sad Patrick perform songs of love and other struggles. Combining her soaring vocals and driving percussion with his sparse guitar, they deliver powerful songs about being in and out of love, keeping your head up in the city, struggling to make your way, and seeking peace on the margins. Sad Patrick’s hybrid of folk, blues and jazz playing supports Bethlehem’s “vocussion” – her powerful singing, remarkable improvisations and nuanced melodies riding atop her tarima stomps and body percussion. Their live shows are enthralling, with their on-the-spot interplay and how fully Bethlehem inhabits their songs and captivates a crowd.

You can listen to the song Nostalgic by Bethlehem and Sad Patrick for free at this link.

February 18, 2025 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: Ensemble Novo

 

ENSEMBLE NOVO AT NOTSOLATIN!!! TUESDAY 2/18!!

Led by saxophonist Tom Moon, Ensemble Novo explores a wide range of music from Brazil — from early samba through bossa nova and MPB — through the lens of improvisation.

Doors at 7, show at 730. $10 suggested donation
1440 W Ritner Street

February 17, 2025 7:00-9:00PM Ritmos Afro Latinos! with Jonathan Delgado

 

Chango, Oshun, Elegua...each has their own dance.
AWESOME dancer, teacher & performer, Jonathan Delgado celebrated his birthday by bringing us his vast knowledge on Afro Latino dances, and how they intersect This workshop is for all adults, so come one, come all! Learn and be challenged!
$25 at the door

Flaco's Dance Factory

411 York Rd Jenkintown, PA 19046, Jenkintown, PA

February 17, 2025 8:00PM-12:00AM Orquesta Del Barrio at LIVE! Casino

 

Join us Monday, February 17th, when we will honor LUZSELENIA LOEB and the outstanding work being done by the NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF PUERTO RICAN WOMEN/Philadelphia. Chapter.

Free admission

Live! Casino

900 Packer Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19148

Phone: 1-833-472-5483

February 16, 2024 7:00PM Not So Big Band Concerts: Josh Lee & The Extended Family

 

JOSH LEE AND THE EXTENDED FAMILY IS BACK!! SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH!

Join us for a very special edition of Notsobigband as our resident orchestra debuts the Philadelphia Suite: a 12 movement work of original music dedicated to the city of brotherly love. Help us kick off a great year of bigband at notsolatin! You don’t want to miss it.

Doors 7pm, show 730pm
$10 Suggested Donation, 1440 W Ritner Street, Philadelphia Pa