Category: Arts and Entertainment

Juneteenth Celebration in Scranton Brings Joy

June 22, 2025 tuu09961 0

Since being recognized as a federal holiday in 2021 by President Joe Biden, Juneteenth has been embraced by communities nationwide, including cities like Scranton, Pennsylvania. On June 19th, The Black Project of Scranton hosted its 6th Annual Juneteenth Jubilee, reflecting the city’s growing cultural diversity. According to the 2023 U.S. Census Bureau, Scranton now includes over 5,000 Black residents and more than 12,000 Latino residents, signaling a broader shift in the city’s demographic landscape.

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BSR: Get Ready for Book Week 2025

May 27, 2025 tuu09961 0

Broad Street Review has announced its much-anticipated third annual Book Week! This exciting week will offer various events and discussions, including book reviews, recommendations, and giveaways to celebrate the love of reading and support local [continue reading…]

Fashion: How Dylan Kepp Brings their Drag Persona “Iris Spectre” To Life

December 30, 2024 Marie Schmidt 0

The drag performer creates all of their own designs, in addition to designing for others. [continue reading…]

Center City: Philadelphia Children’s Theatre Thriving

December 20, 2024 Joelle Carr 0

While arts education is slowly rebuilt in the Philadelphia school district, local programs across the city have built a thriving community of talented students who work year-round to put on multiple productions. Music Theatre Philly [continue reading…]

Keeping the Arts Alive in Philadelphia Youth

December 20, 2024 Joelle Carr 0

Philadelphia has a long-standing history as a juggernaut of arts and entertainment. Its neighboring status to the national epicenter of the arts, New York City, has always attracted talents of all trades to the city. [continue reading…]

Center City: Walnut Street Theatre Keeps Philadelphia Arts Alive

November 25, 2024 Joelle Carr 0

The oldest operating theater in the country wants to protect the arts of the city. [continue reading…]

South Street: How Katrina Duva Is Keeping Tradition Alive at Bob and Barbara’s

November 14, 2024 Marie Schmidt 0

The dive bar has been serving drinks and live entertainment for over 50 years. [continue reading…]

South Philadelphia: Electrical Technician Joseph Dougherty Uses His Art to Inspire Others’ Creativity

November 1, 2024 Nav Nair 0

Muralists across the Philadelphia area go unrecognized daily as society tends to overlook the meaning behind their work; Joseph Dougherty is one of the hundreds unacknowledged. [continue reading…]

North Philadelphia: Echoes of Resilience in Philadelphia Youth

June 18, 2024 Petula Philp 3

There is a great presence and population of Philadelphia youth in North Philly, and despite that great percentage of the population there is a great lack in investment of advertising third spaces for after school activities and programs to occupy these young impressionable minds. [continue reading…]

Baseball History Maker Mo’ne Davis Aims to Break Barriers Beyond the Diamond

June 17, 2024 Brianna Hill 0

Little League pitcher Mo’Ne Davis made history on the mound. As she grew up, her ambitions continued to evolve. After playing softball at Hampton University and earning her bachelor’s degree in journalism, she decided it was time to leave the dugout and take a swing at the business side of sports. [continue reading…]