From immersive art to "totally real" life stories reenacted on stage, there's plenty to enjoy in Philadelphia this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.
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Art: The Gathering Vol. II
First up: Join an immersive art experience at The Sculpture Courtyard. The party will feature site-specific art developed by a variety of local artists, an open bar, hor d’ouevres and dancing to live DJ sets. The night's featured artists: dancer Evalina Wallis Carbonell, celloist Fox Rivers, poet Ashley Davis, vocalist Jessica Cantone with guitarist Connor O'Neill, visual artist Angi Vita and DJ Kevin Ngo.
When: Friday, August 24, 7-11 p.m.
Where: The Sculpture Courtyard, 1714 N. Mascher St.
Admission: $30
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Punk: Creep Record's Summer Soiree
Rock out at Creep Records's Summer Soiree. The party will feature not one, but two headliners: Stza Crack, of Choking Victim, and Leftover Crack, backed by Crazy and the Brains. Additional guests will include Joe Jack Talcum of The Dead Milkmen and Philly's own trio Pushin' It 2 the Limit. Also expect a raffle benefiting the Children's Cancer Research Hospital and some surprises.
When: Friday, August 24, 7-10 p.m.
Where: Creep Records, 1050 N. Hancock St., #76
Admission: $12
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Improv: 'This Is Your Life'
Last but certainly not least: Laugh at someone else's [reimagined] life story at "This Is Your Life" at The Playground at The Adrienne. Inspired by the classic television show, host and comedian Joe Tuzzi invites one lucky audience member to the stage for a friendly interrogation about their life. Laughter is unleashed as Tuzzi introduces "totally real" people from the audience member's past — all played by local comedians, improvisers and actors.
When: Friday, August 24, 8 p.m.
Where: The Playground at The Adrienne, 2030 Sansom St.
Price: $15
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