The philly has heART podcast will take you behind the scenes of the city's art world. We will discuss upcoming performances, exhibits, and other events, programs, and initiatives that are not to be missed with those who comprise Philadelphia's art community: artists, gallerists, educators, curators, and other creatives. The art scene in Philadelphia is so rich that it can seem daunting. Consider this your cultural cheat sheet.
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All About Tech: Scenery feat. Nathan Renner-Johnson and Sasha Jin Schwartz
This week, we have Nathan Renner-Johnson from Philadelphia Scenic Works + Sasha Jin Schwartz, freelance scenic designer.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnaterj/ (https://www.instagram.com/itsnaterj/) | https://www.instagram.com/salsaschwartz/ (https://www.instagram.com/salsaschwartz/) | https://www.instagram.com/phlscenicworks/ (https://www.instagram.com/phlscenicworks/)
Website: https://philadelphiascenicworks.org/ (https://philadelphiascenicworks.org/) | https://www.sashaschwartzscenic.com/ (https://www.sashaschwartzscenic.com/)
// Show Notes:
Take a Barry's class with Lucinda and Robert: https://sl1nk.com/0hdweb1 (https://sl1nk.com/0hdweb1)
Contribute to the Philadelphia Ballet Capital Campaign: https://event.philadelphiaballet.org/BcBi1u (https://event.philadelphiaballet.org/BcBi1u)
Run Ben Run runs from October 6th to the 18th at Christ Church Neighborhood House: https://neighborhood-house.com/events/ (https://neighborhood-house.com/events/)
Philadelphia Ballet's production of Stars and Stripes Forever runs from October 8th to the 11th at the Academy of Music: https://philadelphiaballet.org/26-27-season/stars-and-stripes-forever/ (https://philadelphiaballet.org/26-27-season/stars-and-stripes-forever/)
Art is Everywhere, a panel moderated by our very own Robert, is this Sunday, October 11th at Muse Gallery: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/art-is-everywhere-tickets-1996648470323 (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/art-is-everywhere-tickets-1996648470323)
This weekend is the west of Broad half of the Philadelphia Open Studio Tours https://www.cfeva.org/philaopenstudios (https://www.cfeva.org/philaopenstudios)
5 Oct 2026
@215phillyfood feat. Brou Quinn
We are kicking off October and performing arts season with a bonus episode featuring chef and food content creator Brou Quinn. Listen for her restaurant recommendations for a post-show meal, and learn about how Philadelphia food waste gets re-rerouted to serve our community.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/215phillyfood (https://www.instagram.com/215phillyfood/?hl=en)
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@215phillyfood (https://www.tiktok.com/@215phillyfood)
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@215phillyfood (https://www.youtube.com/@215phillyfood)
South Philly Community Fridge: https://southphillyfridge.com (https://southphillyfridge.com)
30 Sept 2026
Fringe Fest Cannonball feat. Nick Jonczak + Lisa VillaMil
This week, we have Nick Jonczak + Lisa VillaMil of the Fringe Fest Cannonball hub.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholajo/ (https://www.instagram.com/nicholajo/) | https://www.instagram.com/lisa_villamil_actor/ (https://www.instagram.com/lisa_villamil_actor/) | https://www.instagram.com/cannonballfest/ (https://www.instagram.com/cannonballfest/)
Website: https://www.nickjonczak.com/ (https://www.nickjonczak.com/) | https://phillyfringe.org/events/alpha/ (https://phillyfringe.org/events/alpha/) | https://www.cannonballfestival.org/ (https://www.cannonballfestival.org/)
// Show Notes:
Take a Barry's class with Lucinda and Robert: https://sl1nk.com/0hdweb1 (https://sl1nk.com/0hdweb1)
Contribute to the Philadelphia Ballet Capital Campaign: https://event.philadelphiaballet.org/BcBi1u (https://event.philadelphiaballet.org/BcBi1u)
Yannick Conducts Mahler’s Symphony No. 5 at Marian Anderson Hall at Kimmel Center from October 1st through 3rd: https://philorch.ensembleartsphilly.org/tickets-and-events/2026-27-season/yannick-conducts-mahlers-symphony-no-5 (https://philorch.ensembleartsphilly.org/tickets-and-events/2026-27-season/yannick-conducts-mahlers-symphony-no-5)
Abstract Constructivism, a solo show from Alan Levine, opening reception on Friday, October 2nd at PII Gallery: https://piigallery.com/ (https://piigallery.com/)
The opening reception of the October Exhibitions, Kathryn Pannepacker Fellowship Exhibition and Linda Dublin Garfield Fellowship Exhibition, is Saturday, October 3rd from 5-7 pm at DaVinci Art Alliance: https://davinciartalliance.org/calendar/opening-reception-3-8f76l-b7fh5-jhrdy-8a3dn-5btf5-k3rrs-bfyck-lr5df (https://davinciartalliance.org/calendar/opening-reception-3-8f76l-b7fh5-jhrdy-8a3dn-5btf5-k3rrs-bfyck-lr5df)
EnsembleArts Broadway series' Mamma Mia! runs until October 4th at the Academy of Music: https://www.ensembleartsphilly.org/series-and-subscriptions/broadway-series/mamma-mia (https://www.ensembleartsphilly.org/series-and-subscriptions/broadway-series/mamma-mia)
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