Singing the praises of progress for first-generation, low-income students The Penny Loafers practice regularly at Platt Student Performing Arts House. Singing the praises of progress for first-generation, low-income students Kerry O’Neil knew that the University of Pennsylvania was the right place for her, despite its location 3,300 miles from her home in Glasgow, Scotland.
Faith and a passion for music fuels a cappella group Dischord's president Faith and a passion for music fuels a cappella group Dischord's president Dischord president and undergraduate Evan Thomas on his passions, music and life journeys so far.
Filmmaker John Waters talks art, the meaning of ‘filthy,’ and humor as ‘terrorism’ Filmmaker, author, comedian, and visual artist John Waters will deliver a 90-minute talk on April 24 as part of an announcement program commemorating the first grant recipients from the Sachs Program for Arts Innovation. Filmmaker John Waters talks art, the meaning of ‘filthy,’ and humor as ‘terrorism’ In a discussion with John Waters that previews his world tour performance-talk on campus on April 24th, the legendary comedic and camp filmmaker discusses his take on humor, culture, art and aging.
Penn’s Bloomers take on Shakespeare Photo: ImageFlo/Lifetouch Penn’s Bloomers take on Shakespeare At the University of Pennsylvania, the nation’s first all-female collegiate musical and sketch comedy troupe, Bloomers, has just wrapped up its spring 2018 show, “Shakespeare in Bloom,” at the Iron Gate Theater.
Wolf Humanities story slam taps into thriving ASL storytelling culture Windell “Wink” Smith, the emcee of a March 27 Wolf Humanities Center story slam combining ASL and English-speaking storytellers, is an ASL performer who tours the country. ASL storytelling has historically been a way to share the culture of the deaf community. Wolf Humanities story slam taps into thriving ASL storytelling culture The Wolf Humanities Center’s latest “Afterlives”-themed event recognizes a shared thread of humanity among us all: We all tell stories.
An artistic collaboration with Penn and local students in West Philly At West Philadelphia High School, students involved with the Netter Center After-School Programs perform "Sounds of the Soul." Photo: Tia Yang, ABCS Coordinator, Netter Center for Community Partnerships. An artistic collaboration with Penn and local students in West Philly Students from University-assisted community schools showcased art pieces, spoken-word poetry, choir performances, and a dance routine highlighting the work of iconic musicians.
Student dance groups share center stage Student dance groups share center stage In practice spaces across campus, student dance troupes come together to swing, spin, and sway.
Annenberg Fellowship boosts performing, visual artists ready to launch their careers Annenberg Fellowship boosts performing, visual artists ready to launch their careers Recording an album right out of school was something violinist Francesca dePasquale never thought she’d have the financial means to do. But thanks to a $100,000 grant from the Leonore Annenberg Arts Fellowship Fund, the newly minted Juilliard School graduate’s big dream became a reality.
2026 Sachs Grant Awards 2026 Sachs Grant Awards The Sachs Program for Arts Innovation has awarded 37 grants across six categories in the 2025–2026 academic year.