May 6, 2018 7:30PM (children's concert at 6:00PM) Lorraine Klaasen at Crossroads Concerts

LORRAINE KLAASEN
WITH MONGEZI NTAKA
An intimate duo performance by a leading South African singer

Lorraine Klaasen, the daughter of legendary South African Jazz singer Thandie Klaasen, is one of the few South African artists who have preserved the classic sound of Township Music, among the most distinctive sounds to come out of South Africa. Born and raised in Soweto, Lorraine has electrified audiences worldwide with her dynamic stage presence and showmanship. She was influenced by South Africa’s musical giants of the 1950’s and 1960’s, such as Miriam Makeba (who was a close friend of Lorraine and Thandie) as well as Dolly Rathebe, Dorothy Masuka, Sophie Mgcina and Busi Mhlongo who frequented her mother’s home.

Crossroads Music
SUNDAY, MAY 6 2018
Concert at 7:30 pm
Free Children’s Program at 6:00 pm
CALVARY CENTER
801 South 48th Street
(at Baltimore Avenue)
Philadelphia, PA 19143

Tickets: $5-$30 sliding scale

May 6, 2018 2:00-5:00PM The Monumental Drum Thing at Puck, Doylestown

Come see and hear two awesome drummers rip it up, share their ideas about playing and practicing....and check out some killer drums all in one afternoon!!!

Puck
1 Printers Alley, Doylestown, Pennsylvania 18901

May 6, 2018 1:00-3:00PM Mt. Airy Outdoor Community Drum Circle

Please join us for our 1st gathering, May 6, 2018 at the:

Mt. Airy Outdoor Community Drum Circle

First Sundays 1-3PM, May through October


Hi Folks ... The drumming drought is finally over as we are back again for our 8th season.
Please join us for our 1st gathering, May 6, 2018 at the:

Mt. Airy Outdoor Community Drum Circle

First Sundays 1-3PM, May through October

Join experienced drummers Christine Hopkins, Quint Lange & Ron Kravitz for an afternoon of outdoor drumming on the beautiful grounds of The New Covenant Church Campus, 7500 Germantown Ave., across from the Trolley Car diner. This is an event for people who love to drum, love dancing to the rhythms of the drums or who just love to listen!

A small selection of drums, assorted percussion instruments, and some chairs will always be provided for public use.
BRING A CHAIR, BRING A DRUM, BRING A FRIEND, HAVE SOME FUN!
This is a FREE FAMILY ORIENTED event. Picnic blankets for lounging a plus.

No alcohol is permitted on the grounds. Due to past issues, canines are also no longer permitted on the grounds.

Sponsored by Elise Rivers of Community Acupuncture of Mt. Airy (CAMA) and Ron Kravitz of Music in the Moment.

FREE PARKING is available on site. Click for DIRECTIONS

May 5, 2018 12:00PM-8:00PM Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at Cafe Y Chocolate

Join us for a great day of tacos, margaritas, Mexican beer, Mexican pizza, and ice cream served up fresh from Cafe y Chocolate , The Thirsty Soul, Brewery ARS, Ramble Pizza and Lil Mario's Frozen Treats. Enjoy your treats of choice with live mariachis and Latin music!

Proceeds will fund Newbold CDC's Initiative to Install 50 Bike Racks in the neighborhood

Produced by Newbold CDC

Cafe y Chocolate
2100 S Norwood St,(Snyder Ave at Norwood St.)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19145

May 5, 2018 9:00PM-1:00AM Cintron Band: Cinco de Mayo Dance Party at SugarHouse Casino

CINTRON CINCO DE MAYO DANCE PARTY
May 05, 2018 at 9:00 PM
Fishtown Hops at SugarHouse Casino

SugarHouse Casino
1001 N Delaware Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19125

May 1 - 6, 2018 Mexican Week 2018 in Philly

Consulmex Filadelfia and Mexican Cultural Center Philadelphia invite you to enjoy the rich diversity of Mexican Culture at our annual Mexican Week from May 1st to May 6th.


-May 1st: Flag Raising Ceremony
Consul of Mexico Alicia Kerber will be joined by Mayor Kenney, other officials and prominent dignitaries at the raising of the Mexican flag.

11:30 am - 12:00 pm - Philadelphia City Hall


-May 1st: "9 Magic Towns of Puebla" Art Exhibit
Enjoy a Mexican Art Exhibit “9 Magic Towns of Puebla”, on display through May 31st at the Philadelphia City Hall.

During office hours - Philadelphia City Hall


-May 3rd: II Sexual Diversity Program: A Dream Come True
Mexican short films presented by the II Sexual Diversity Program of the Morelia International Film Festival that highlight sexual diversity nowadays, followed by a Q&A session with experts.

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Lightbox Film Center at International House Philadelphia.


-May 4th: Downtown Cinco de Mayo Festival
A music festival with awarded Mexican singer Hugo Cesar, as well as a fashion show of traditional Mexican garments and delicious Mexican food.

5:00 pm - 10:00 pm - Market Street, Wilmington, DE

-May 5th: 5 de Mayo Block Party
Join the Cinco de Mayo Block Party celebration with music, authentic street tacos, and many other surprises.

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm - El Rey
(During the first three hours of the celebration enjoy educational games and prizes for children).

-May 6th: "Freedom of Movement"
Art making stations, bilingual storytelling and a special performance of Nuevo Mexico dance group, as part of PECO’s Free First Sunday Program at The Barnes Fundation.

10:00 am - 4:00 pm - The Barnes Foundation

-May 6th: Festival Cinco de Mayo
A Cinco de Mayo Festival hosted by Casa Guanajuato, in the heart of Kennett Square, presenting a program full of activities to enjoy with family and friends.

11:00 am - 5:00 pm - Downtown Kennett Square, PA

For more information please call: (215) 592-0410

#MexicanWeek2018 #SemanaMexicana2018 #MexicanRestaurantWeek

May 5, 2018 8:30PM De Tierra Caliente CD Release Party at Bourbon and Branch

Saturday May 5th
$12 (De Tierra Caliente new CD included with purchase of ticket)

Dear amig@s - time to celebrate our new album: "Traigo Alegría". Beleza Music from Bahia, Brazil/Charlottesville will set the table with Funkalicious Samba Soul and De Tierra Caliente will shake the house with Salsa, Samba, Soca, Bomba, Reggae, Funk and Son.
We wrote this festive, upbeat collection of songs and spent 18 months recording to make you dance at our show, in your car, in the bathroom, in your neighbor's foyer and in your neighbor's manservant's cul-de-sac. Our fiery rhythm brings hope, makes people forget about politics/dating apps/social media for an hour or so, and cures gout. Don't miss this party/album!

Nace en la oscuridad una luz con rebeldía; indomable esperanza brilla en el camino. ¡Coros, campana, cuerdas, tambor vibrando a la gente quitando el dolor!
8pm door
8:30pm Beleza
9:30pm De Tierra Caliente
https://www.facebook.com/bronson.tennis.9/videos/984846397908/
Bourbon & Branch
705 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19123

May 4, 2018 7:00-10:00PM First Friday Salsa Nights at the Schmidt's Commons

First Friday Salsa Nights in the Piazza at Schmidt's Commons is back for the 2018 season with Siempre Salsa Philly & Take the Lead Dance Project! We're kicking things off with a pre-Cinco de Mayo celebration!

This month's live band will be Elvis Bonilla y su Orquesta!

Food and drinks provided by Gunners Run & El Camino Real Philadelphia

There will be a FREE Salsa dance lesson at 7:00pm from the Executive Director, Jackie Fisher, of the Take the Lead Dance Project. Live music starts at 7:30pm.

Siempre Salsa Philly is an initiative undertaken by Rob Bernberg (Latin Beat Magazine), Jesse Bermudez (A.M.L.A. founder) and Carlos Sanchez (Orquesta del Barrio) to grow the audience for authentic salsa music in the Philadelphia region via a series of educational and entertainment events throughout the year.

The Schmidt's Commons
1001 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19123

FREE and open to all

May 4, 2018 8:00PM Havana Nights: Cuban Food and Music with Conjunto Philadelphia

FIRST FRIDAYS AT 8PM
HAVANA NIGHTS
A CELEBRATION OF CUBAN MUSIC & FOOD WITH CONJUNTO PHILADELPHIA

Join us for our monthly Cuban music & food series, which features authentic Cuban cuisine, cocktails, and music courtesy of Philly's most exciting Cuban band, Conjunto! The night is FREE to attend with a variety of food and drink specials. A perfect date night or just a night out with friends.

FREE!
World Cafe Live
3025 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, Pa

May 3, 4, 5, 2018 Pablo Batista's Latin Jazz Ensemble with Nestor Torres at SOUTH

SOUTH celebrates Cinco de Mayo for three spell-binding days with Pablo Batista's Latin Jazz Ensemble. Batista and his phenomenal band will be joined by Grammy winner, flautist Nestor Torres on May 3, 4 and 5. The event combines two dynamic and versatile musicians who have collaborated with some of the biggest names in music: Nestor Torres with Gloria Estefan, Dave Mathews, Herbie Hancock and Tito Puente; Pablo Batista with Eddie Palmieri, Dianne Reeves, Grover Washington, Jr. and Alicia Keys The event is the second installment of Pablo Batista's Latin Jazz Series under the Unscripted Jazz Series banner. This Cinco de Mayo at SOUTH will be a celebration to remember -
don't miss it!
Tickets at https://goo.gl/Ec81mr Or call 267-225-8018
Thursday, May 3 at 7:00 and 9:00PM $32
Friday, May 4 at 7:00 and 9:00PM $35
Saturday, May 5 at 8:00 and 10:00PM $35

SOUTH Jazz Kitchen and Parlor
600 N. Broad St.
Philadelphia, Pa
267-225-8018

May 3, 2018 7:00-9:00PM Kulu Mele Presents: First Thursdays - Ladies Edition at CEC

We are having Artist Workshop sessions every first thursday, a monthly event; including dance, drum, song etc.
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May 3rd is the Ladies edition!!! Honoring mothers, daughters, aunts and sisters of all cultures! All genders are welcome!!!

Join us as we learn Afro-Cuban songs and dances that celebrate the female orishas.

(((Special gift for moms after class!)))

**This class is $10 and will run from 7pm to 9pm**

--------- ALL LEVELS WELCOME--------

Please spread the word!!!

For more info: Call 917-238-0756;
Email kulumele@kulumele.org

Community Education Center
3500 Lancaster Ave.
Philadelphia, Pa 19104

May 2, 2018 9:00PM-2:00AM Magna Carda w/ Hardwork Movement at Silk City Diner

Magna Carda
w/ Hardwork Movement
Silk City Diner Bar & Lounge
435 Spring Garden Street
Philadelphia PA 19123

21+ | Doors 8PM | Show 9PM | $12 - $15


MAGNA CARDA
https://www.facebook.com/magnacarda
http://magnacardamusic.com

From their humble beginnings on a college campus four years ago, Magna Carda has steadily risen to the top of the Austin music scene as the premiere hip hop act. Described by Mashable as “Austin’s answer to The Roots,” Magna Carda is led by the city’s most dynamic MC-producer duo — Megz Kelli and Dougie Do — whose work pairs like a fine wine with the meat-and- potatoes backbone of the group’s signature live instrumentation. With their genre-defying blend of rap-meets- jazz- meets-R&B- meets-electronic, the band has quickly captured the imagination of listeners and the attention of critics alike in Texas and beyond.

HARDWORK MOVEMENT
https://www.facebook.com/hardworkmovement

HARDWORK MOVEMENT IS A 21ST CENTURY HIP-HOP GROUP BASED OUT OF PHILADELPHIA, PA. WE AIM TO MAKE MUSIC THAT IS INCLUSIVE, ORIGINAL, AND INSPIRES ALL LISTENERS TO STRIVE TOWARDS UNIQUENESS IN ALL THAT THEY DO. WE BELIEVE THAT THE POWER OF THE GROUP IS MUCH STRONGER THAN THE POWER OF THE INDIVIDUAL, AND WE AIM TO PUSH OURSELVES AND THOSE AROUND US TO NEW HEIGHTS INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE MUSIC.

April 29, 2018 8:00AM-6:00PM Carnaval de Puebla en Philadelphia 2018

El Carnaval de Puebla en Philadelphia (a la usanza del Carnval de Huejotzingo) presente en Philadelphia por 12 años.-

April 27, 2018 8:00PM-2:00AM Worldtown Soundsystem Rooftop Party at Stratus Lounge

Live music and dancing under the stars on a rooftop in the city to celebrate SPRING AWAKENING!

Worldtown Soundsystem - A seven piece high energy live house music band that fuses electronic dance music and global rhythms

DJ Sets by Worldtown DJs Ben Arsenal and Oluwafemi

$10 Cover, 21+
http://www.world.town/
http://www.stratuslounge.com/

Stratus Lounge
433 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106

April 26 & 27, 2018 8:00-11:00PM El Caribefunk Duo with Ryan Tennis

Photo @Jonatan de paris
El Caribefunk makes their triumphant return to Philly in support of their new album, "Tunsé!" with the Ryan Tennis trio supporting!

The event will be held in "Sera Phil" a uniquely beautiful Studio space with state-of-the-art sound and three-wall light shows that create an entire mind and body experience! Organic food and drinks will be sold (but no alcohol - so if you'd like something bring it yourself), and the tickets are limited to 80, so make sure to get yours early!

More about Caribefunk's new album and arrangement....

Music, the seductive and faithful companion, continues to expand for us, enhancing the connection between rhythm and harmony. In this spirit we are thrilled to announce our new album, “Tunsé,” and a 7-month album release tour through South America, North America, and Europe!

We will be premiering a new duo format with an incredibly full sound of drums, guitar and voice, boleros and mambos, reggae-funk, xexa, zemba-zouk, soukous-merengue, stories and poems, ringing out with the undeniable force, energy and joy of Caribefunk!

Sera Phi
715 S 50th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19143

Tickets: Presale Tickets: $18
Door tickets: $20

April 22, 2018 7:00-10:00PM Brazil Evening with Rafael Pondé and Cissa Paz

From Rafael: Hello, its been a great experience to do music here in Philly, i am very excited to play in this amazing venue called Rittenhouse Soundworks!! I hope you show up to celebrate an amazing evening of good music and friendship!! We gonna have complete shows of me and Cissa! We will also gonna release 15 days prior to the concert, a new song that me and Cissa are working together called "Rio Mar". You are welcome!

Rittenhouse Soundworks
219 W. Rittenhouse St.
Philadelphia, Pa

Tickets: $10 in advance: $15 at the door

April 21, 2018 7:00PM The Suzzette Ortiz Latin Jazz Ensemble at The Clef Club

Join Suzzette Ortiz on April 21st, 2018, when she will be performing as part of April Jazz Month Celebrations at the Clef Club:
Featuring: Chico Huff on bass, Jeffrey Johnson on drums, Raul Berrios on Latin percussion, Jon Katz on sax and Rene Rene A Ginett on vocals. There will be a special presentation by AMLA and Clef Club students as well as Raul and Asaf Berrios directly from Puerto Rico.
For more information visit clefclubofjazz.org
Showtime: 7:00 PM
Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz and Performing Arts
736-38 S Broad Street
Philadelphia Pennsylvania 19146
Tickets: $20

April 20, 2018 7:30PM-1:00AM Salsa! Elvis Bonilla Y Su Orquesta at LaRose Jazz Club

No advance tickets available, but arrive before 8:30pm and get in for $8 instead of $10!

April 20 & 21, 2018 1 Pound 4 Ounces: A One Man Tap Hip Hop Drama at Suzanne Roberts Theatre

1 Pound 4 Ounces is a one man show, featuring Khalil Munir. He tells the story of his life, trials and triumph, by way of tap dancing, rhythms and told stories of urban realities. This riveting show travels a time line from birth to south philly, family addiction to incarceration, school troubles to theatre and college to fatherhood.

Tickets: $25

Friday, April 20, 2018 7:00PM
Saturday, April 21, 2018 1:00PM

Suzanne Roberts Theatre
480 South Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102

April 20, 2018 8:00PM-1:00AM SBS Dance featuring Hector Rosado & Orchestra Hache

SAVE THE DATE, SHARE THIS EVENT AND INVITE YOUR FRIENDS!! Hector Rosado & Orchestra Hache is coming to our April 20th Latin dance. Last year we had just over 150 dancers coming from areas of New Jersey, Maryland, Philly, Harrisburg, Lehigh Valley, Collegeville, Phoenixville, Reading, Pottstown and many more.
Come dance to the infectious Latin rhythms of salsa, bachata, merengue, and cha-cha from 8:30pm to 1:00am at Salsa Body Soul's Latin dance social. $15 admission gets you a free beginner dance lesson with Joey Marte (given from 8:15 to 9:00 in the social room), and in our main ballroom DJShannie spinning the hottest Latin songs from 8:30 to 10:00 then Hector Rosado playing from 10:00 to 12:00. BYOB if you like. Doors open at 8:00.

Salsa Body Soul
310 E. High St., Pottstown, Pennsylvania 19464

April 18-28, 2018 ¡BIENVENIDOS BLANCOS! or WELCOME WHITE PEOPLE! at Fringe Arts

¡BIENVENIDOS BLANCOS! or WELCOME WHITE PEOPLE!
Alex Torra & Team Sunshine Performance Corporation
Dates and times:
Wed, Apr 18 at 8pm (Preview)
Thu, Apr 19 at 8pm (Preview)
Fri, Apr 20 at 8pm
Sat, Apr 21 at 2pm
Sat, Apr 21 at 8pm
Sun, Apr 22 at 2pm
Mon, Apr 23 at 8pm
Wed, Apr 25 at 8pm
Thu, Apr 26 at 8pm
Fri, Apr 27 at 8pm
Sat, Apr 28 at 2pm
Sat, Apr 28 at 8pm
Make way for ¡BIENVENIDOS BLANCOS! or WELCOME WHITE PEOPLE! A new, original play by Alex Torra & Team Sunshine Performance Corporation , and it’s all happening at Fringearts, starting April 18! Cuban and American history converge in this original play exploring cultural exploitation, race, embargoes, conquistadores, and the relationship between two countries that are really, really close together.
Led by Cuban-American director Alex Torra, and created by an International Cast including real Cubans from actual Cuba, imported legally via airplane. Performed in Spanish with English supertitles. Also, what’s an all-Cuban theatrical experience without a RUMBA?! AfroTaino Productions has gathered a powerhouse ensemble - the one and only TIMBALONA - to be the opening act of each performance of ¡BIENVENIDOS BLANCOS! or WELCOME WHITE PEOPLE! Timbalona’s performers are recognized and highly respected within the Rumba circuit spanning from NYC to Miami to Cuba. Rumba is an Afro-Cuban percussive style of music and dance with an emphasis on community participation.
Tickets: *The shows on Apr 18 & Apr 19 are preview performances.

$20 general / $14 members (preview performances)
$29 general / $20.30 members
$15 student & 25-and-under

April 16, 2018 8:00PM Vertical Current & Friends at Johnny Brenda's

+++MONDAY APRIL 16TH+++

A Night with Vertical Current & Friends Ft. Ben O’Neill, Nina Rosen, Ayana George + More
http://www.verticalcurrent.com/

7PM Doors / $10-12 / 21+

Johnny Brenda's
1201 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19125

April 15, 2018 7:30PM From Mali: Sidi Touré at Crossroads Concerts

Sidi Touré made his first guitar as a child, constructing it from his wooden writing slate in the ancient town of Gao, Mali between the Niger River and the Sahara Desert and once the heart of the Songhai empire. Touré’s sound both captures and challenges his roots. While the music and rhythms remain authentically Songhai, moving from the translucent swaying Takamba to the trance inducing Holley , his lyrics revleal an observant and critical mind. His songs draw attention to issues not usually addressed by singers from such ancient traditions. Sidi’s music is modern, bending tradition not unlike Tinariwen (they share common rhythms like Takamba: the songhai and the tamasheq are neighbors) and his guitar playing and scales cross into western folk and blues not unlike Ali Farke Touré (who is also Songhai). Sidi is a captivating performer whose skills and songs shine in any context.

SIDI TOURÉ
Songhaï blues from northern Mali

“A worthy successor to Ali Farka Touré. Sidi Toure has all the talent. It’s incredible.” – Bassekou Kouyaté

SUNDAY, 15 APRIL 2018
Concert at 7:30 pm
CALVARY CENTER
801 South 48th Street
(at Baltimore Avenue)

Tickets: $10-$30 sliding scale

April 14, 2018 8:00-10:30PM Sharon Katz and The Peace Train Concert at Folk Factory

Doors open at 7:30. The suggested donation is $15-50 (sliding scale, kids under 12 free). Tickets are available in advance at: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=folk or by calling 215-848-6246, or at the door (general admission). All of our concerts are fully wheelchair accessible. Childcare is available; please call 215-848-6246 to reserve. At any of our events, you can have facilitated announcements of progressive events (demonstrations, rallies, marches, boycotts, etc.) made; just speak to Bruce Pollack-Johnson or the MC for the evening.

The Folk Factory
6900 Stenton Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19150

April 13 & 14, 2018 7:30PM KARIAMU AND COMPANY: TRADITIONS PRESENTS "CELEBRATE" at Temple's Conwell Theater

Tickets: $20 general admission | $15 students/senior citizens | $10 Temple employees | $5 with OWLcard

Tickets are available through the Liacouras Center at 215.204.2400, by visiting the Box Office at 1776 North Broad Street (call for open hours) or online at the following link: http://bit.ly/2w6t8ep

Tickets can also be purchased (cash only) at the door starting 45 minutes prior to the start time of the performance).

April 12, 2018 9:00PM Latin Thursdays at Parx Casino with Elvis Bonilla Y su Orquesta

Latin Nights at Parx 360 is one of the best weekly Latin dance events in the Philly area. We have an amazing rotation of DJs, Instructors, Live Bands and Dance Performances. Our friendly staff, multicolor dance floor and state of the arts system creates a fun and friendly for dancers of all levels.

Get ready to throw down with a blazing night of hits!

This week at Parx:
9Pm Salsla Lesson with Michael Andino
In the Mixx: DJ Big George
Live Music by Elvis Bonilla Orquesta
Birthday celebrations and special giveaways

Free Parking~Free Admission~Free Valet Parking

Parx Casino
2999 Street Rd, Bensalem, PA 19020

April 12, 2018 8:00PM World Music & Belly Dancing at Franky Bradley's

World Music & Belly Dance - A Middle East Restaurant Tribute at Franky Bradley's

Franky Bradley's
1320 Chancellor St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107

Admission: $10

April 12, 2018 8:30 PM Arrested Development with Hardwork Movement at World Cafe Live

CELEBRATING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AND 2 DAYS IN THE LIFE OF...
ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT
HARDWORK MOVEMENT

For the last thirteen years, Arrested Development has performed concerts in literally every part of the world. They continue to release new music and find new success in different corners of the globe. Their shows are a celebration of life. Experiencing an Arrested Development concert is an uplifting and spiritual event wrapped into one big party.
In 2013, founding member and front man Speech, teamed up with multi platinum award winning producer and hit maker Kevin “Khao” Cates, (best known for his work with TI, Jay-Z, R.Kelly, Ludacris, Snoop Dog, Lil Kim ) together, they have been working on riveting new music, loaded with powerful lyrics and pulsating grooves, that are sure to stir it up, in the hearts and souls of hip hop fans everywhere.

Hardwork Movement is a hip-hop group based out of Philadelphia, PA. We aim to make music that is inclusive, original, and inspires all listeners to strive towards uniqueness in all that they do. We believe that the power of the group is much stronger than the power of the individual, and we aim to push ourselves and those around us to new heights inside and outside of the music.

Tickets $30 ADV - $32 DOS + FEES

World Cafe Live
3025 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, Pa

April 11, 2018 6:30-9:30PM Trinidelphia live at Copabanana, West Philly!

With the cold weather finally clearing out, Trinidelphia (Chris Aschman, Shawn Hennessey, and Ian Rafalak) are setting up a new home base at Copabanana's in West Philadelphia. Join us for our Debut appearance April 11th for a great little evening hang... get there before 7 to enjoy some 3 dollar beers/well drinks and 6 dollar nachos for happy hour. Admission is FREE. These performances will feature our special trio edition, with Shawn singing and playing on the cavement kit, Ian playing his unique chord bass style, and Chris on the big pan and little trumpet. Hope to see you out, Happy Spring!

Copabanana
4000 Spruce St.
Philadelphia, Pa

April 8, 2018 7:00PM Syrianamericana with OMAR OFFENDUM at International House

Harlem Renaissance meets Damascus in Omar Offendum’s provocative blend of hip-hop and Arabic poetry.

Personal narrative blends with poignant reflections on humanity in Syrian-American poet and rapper Omar Offendum’s beat-driven performance. Spanning the stylings of Syrian poet Kahlil Gibran to Harlem Renaissance great Langston Hughes, Offendum creates a one-of-a-kind world of rich and varied influences. With an artistic journey paralleling Syria’s shifting sociopolitical sands and the rise of social media, Offendum paves a compelling poetic pathway across cultural divides in this can't-miss performance.

Ibrahim Theater @ International House Philadelphia (3701 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia)

Tickets: $20

April 8, 2018 8:00PM-12:00AM Salsa Nocturna at Heritage with Zapato Viejo

Join us every Second Sunday for Salsa Nocturna, our monthly Salsa Night. We'll have Zapato Viejo from 8pm to Midnight with Aaron Luis Levinson keeping the vibe going in between sets. A portion of proceeds at the door go to Hurricane Relief for Puerto Rico.

Heritage
914 N. 2nd Street
Philadelphia, Pa 19123

April 8, 2018 7:00PM Tamagawa Taiko Drum & Dance Troupe at the Painted Bride

Thundering Taiko percussion and visually stunning folk movements balance in unison as Tamagawa, nearly 30-piece troupe from Japan return to the Bride’s this Spring.
Rooted in ancient Japanese tradition, Tamagawa’s high-energy performances have garnered competitive awards in Japan as well as rave reviews in the states. Tamagawa’s nearly thirty drummers and dancers from Tamagawa University take the stage in a visual and audio spectacle to light up audiences of all ages. One of Japan’s top performing arts schools and their Taiko group is ranked among the top three in the world, yhe group is led by a great Kabuki-dance master, Isaburoh Hanayagi.

Having toured extensively in East Coast since 2003, Tamagawa preformed at the Kennedy Center, the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington DC., the Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival of Greater Philadelphia, and the NBA Half-time show at the Wachovia Center. The Bride has offered an intimate setting for Tamagawa performers to engage audiences since 2006, growing in popularity each year. Colorful kimonos, masks, and unique choreography are perfect for a family night outing!

$20 General Admission

$10 for Students (College students need valid school ID)

The Painted Bride Art Center
230 Vine St.
Philadelphia, Pa

April 7, 2018 9:00PM-2:00AM Jimmy Jorge and the Latin Express at Isla Verde Cafe

Dance to live Latin music from Jimmy Jorge and the Latin Express!

Isla Verde Cafe
2725 N. American St.
Philadelphia Pa

April 7, 2018 8:30PM-12:00AM Black Alley w/ Mixed People + Johnny Popcorn at MilkBoy

Black Alley
w/ Paulette Branson & Mixed People
JOHNNY POPCORN
Saturday, April 7th 2018
MilkBoy
1100 Chestnut St.
Philadelphia, Pa

7:30pm Doors
8:30pm Show
21+

$10 Advance / $12 Day of Show
Tickets on sale now: http://bit.ly/BlackAlleyMB