Guess what’s coming to town? “Dreamgirls,” the musical sensation, will be coming to Philly from March 25 to May 4. Stars rise and fall… but dreams live forever! This sensational Broadway musical tells the story of a 1960s Supremes-like girl group that catches its big break during an amateur competition. But will their friendship (and music) survive the rapid rise from obscurity to pop superstardom? Full of onstage joy and backstage drama, DREAMGIRLS is a sweeping and inspirational journey with a dazzling production, powerhouse vocal performances, and an unforgettable score filled with pop, R&B, gospel, disco, and more!
If you recall, there are several people who played in Dreamgirls that we know of, like Sheryl Lee Ralph, Loretta DeVine, Jennifer Holliday, and Vanessa Bell, and in the movie adaptation, Beyonce, Jennifer Hudson, and Jamie Fox stole the show, Let’s see who’s in the upcoming show that will be coming to the Walnut Street Theater. More to come on local connections with the play.
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The target population is girls of color (nationwide) aged 13 to 18 who are experiencing a unique set of social and emotional challenges and barriers to success. Our curriculums are designed to promote emotional, mental, and social well-being, to equip girls with the tools they need to become college-bound and career-ready, and to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty. Evoluer House provides a safe community for girls to share experiences and learn both from and alongside one another.
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Congratulations to the Philadelphia Film Society! The Rocky Movie Marathon celebrates RockyFEST 2024 with a marathon showing of Sylvester Stallone’s blockbuster franchise this past weekend. The Philadelphia Visitor Center partnered with the Philadelphia Film Society to activate the Film Society Center with pop-up events, selfie spots, and Rocky-themed activities throughout the marathon weekend.
The first-ever RockyFest was a city-wide celebration of Philly’s most iconic underdog. The event kicked off December 3, and the newly declared city holiday of Rocky Day commemorated the release of the original film 48 years ago in 1976. From bus tours to movie marathons, there’s something for everyone. Alright, Rocky!!! Well, that’s the Philly Beat!!
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