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Black Theatre Night: My Voice, My Art, My Money.

An evening of conversation and performance exploring the intersection of creativity and making money featuring a pre-show discussion moderated by Shekhinah B of the Women's Coalition of Empowerment and a stand-up comic set by Setoyio Ekpo at the conclusion of the La Egoísta performance.

$15 tix with code BTNPTC

FamFrequency Productions’ Annual Soirée: Certified Diamond. Join us for a dazzling evening at FamFrequency Productions' annual soirée, themed “Certified Diamond.” This fundraiser aims to raise awareness of our music and entrepreneurship programs while celebrating our talented student-artist graduates and incoming freshman class. The event brings the community together to support music, creative entrepreneurship, and the next generation of young innovators in Philadelphia.

Enjoy an unforgettable evening of great food, cocktails, fellowship, art, and music, while dressed in your finest certified diamond attire!

Join the African American Museum in Philadelphia for our annual Opening Kwanzaa Unity Celebration! In the spirit of Umjoa (Unity), which means “to strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation, and race,” this fun, family-friendly event will feature live drumming, the lighting of the Kinara, and a chance to learn about the Nguzo Saba—the seven principles of Kwanzaa. Enjoy drumming, live music, food, and activities celebrating culture, race, and community. All hosted by this year’s incredible MC, Shekinah B! Preregistration for the event is highly encouraged. Guests are encouraged to dress in Kente, Ankara, or positive and empowering Kwanzaa-related attire all week long!

Ring in 2025 in style at the New Year on the Pier (21+) at Cherry Street Pier. Grab a front-row seat to the Visit PA New Year’s Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront at midnight along with an evening of festive fun for you and the crew. Enjoy live music and DJ, and show off your moves during an epic dance party complete with a glow-in-the-dark blacklight room and warming stations. Music will be provided by the WCE Collective.

Join our free grant writing workshop designed for creative entrepreneurs! Perfect for beginners, learn how to access funding opportunities and grow your creative projects.

Multi-Talented Artist & Advocate Shekhinah B. (Dr. Walls & Friends Vodcast) 01.24.25

Dr. Kathleen E. Walls welcomes Shekhinah B. to the show. Shekhinah B. is a creative hybrid and versatile professional. She's an internationally acclaimed vocal performer, a dedicated advocate for the arts, a skilled cultural producer, a thoughtful conversational curator, and the author of The Art Economic Empowerment Workbook & Take Charge. This is going to be an informative and entertaining show!

Shekhinah B. has made a significant impact in the nonprofit and creative cultural sectors, championing art as a tool for community connection, promoting emerging artists, and amplifying underrepresented voices. She played a pivotal role in co-organizing Pennsylvania's inaugural Juneteenth Wine & Arts Festival (JWAF). Honored by the City of Philadelphia in both 2023 & 2024 with public award citations for the historical and celebratory Juneteenth event.

The Executive Director and Founder of The Women’s Coalition for Empowerment, Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Her dedication lies in the education, unification, and empowerment of creatives, achieved through a range of initiatives that foster creative expression, self-sufficiency, multiculturalism, self-esteem, and collective growth.

Building on the foundation of the Free Grant Writing Workshop – Art Economic Empowerment Initiative, Part II will take participants deeper into the grant-writing process, focusing on strategy, sustainability, and securing funding for long-term success.

This session will cover advanced techniques, including identifying high-impact funding opportunities, crafting compelling narratives, budgeting for grants, and navigating the reporting process. Attendees will also gain insights into leveraging grant funding for artistic growth, business expansion, and community impact.

Designed for artists, creatives, and entrepreneurs, this hands-on workshop will provide practical tools and resources to turn ideas into funded projects, ensuring lasting economic empowerment within the arts sector.

World Premiere! A new musical of, by, and for the people of Philadelphia, Night Side Songs explores the intimacy of illness, mortality, and the profound dignity of caregivers. Before its run at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre, the production will tour community spaces across the city for two weeks. #BlackTheaterNight