With a mission to share the arts with our community, The Kimmel Center for the Performing presents a rich variety of free events year-round, from pop art and jazz to educational sessions and children's concerts. View the complete Free at the Kimmel calendar on our website at www.kimmelcenter.org/free
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Live from the Plaza Stage
Every Saturday enjoy a FREE performance live in the Kimmel Center's Commonwealth Plaza, as we serve up happy hour specials and delectable snacks. Grab your friends (and maybe a date?) for the perfect pre-dinner or pre-show experience.
Matt Richards
Sat, Feb 18, 6pm
Matt uses his highly-developed musical skills to draw us into a journey through his own compositions and signature renditions of Marley, Hendrix and the Beatles. One guitar drawing from a world of influences.
The Danny Jonokuchi Quintet
Sat, Feb 25, 6pm
The Danny Jonokuchi Quintet is comprised of students and alumni of Temple University's Jazz program. With each performance the group brings new energy to songs from the traditional Jazz repertoire as well as their own original compositions.
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Sittin’ In
Join us once a month as Philly's hottest musicians revisit the classic jam session on the Plaza Stage! An eclectic mix of cross-genre grooves meet horns, vinyl, and vocals. This series is curated by Anthony Tidd. Drink specials and snacks available at the PECO Bar. Admission is free, no cover.
Host Anthony Tidd, featuring the All Star Band
Wed, Feb 22, 8pm
Debuting in the Plaza, our first Sittin’ In will be led by noted bassist Anthony Tidd. The All Star Band is comprised of keyboard-player James Poysner, guitarist Kevin Hanson, drummer Steve Mckie, trumpeter Matt Cappy, DJ Phish, and Hezekiah, MC. These acclaimed musicians have worked with international talent including Erkyah Badu, The Roots, Jill Scott, Bilal, and Jay Z!
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PNC Grow Up Great
Join us for FREE children's performances at the Kimmel Center! Designed for kids aged five and under, this popular series features entertaining music, interactive events, and good times for all ages.
THIS SATURDAY!
Bash the Trash: African Folktales
Sat, Feb 18, 11am
Bash the Trash performs and educates with musical instruments made from recycled materials. Come enjoy a "trashy" take on folk tales from Africa, including Anansi - the trickster who turns into a spider…and of course everyone will build a musical instrument to take home!
The Deedle Deedle Dees
Sat, Mar 10, 11am
Founded by Brooklyn-based songwriter Lloyd Miller, the Deedle Deedle Dees use rock-n-roll, country, hip hop, punk, and folk to teach kids about American history, the natural world, social action, and other cool stuff they might never have thought about before.
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Go behind the scenes!
Free tours of the Kimmel Center are offered Tuesday through Sunday at 1pm. The Art & Architecture tour is offered on Saturdays at 10:30. Register at the information desk in the Plaza. Academy of Music tours are available on selected dates by reservation only. Group tours are also available. For information and registration for group or Academy of Music tours, please call our tour desk at 215-790-5886 or visit us online.
Stay Connected
Be sure to keep up with schedule updates and additions through Facebook and Twitter. Enjoy FREE Wi-Fi in Commonwealth Plaza... While you're there, check-in on FourSquare to unlock specials!
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The Kimmel Center is the recipient of partnership funding through the nationally recognized PNC "Grow Up Great" initiative, a ten-year, $100 million investment in preparing children for success in school and life. Funding gives support to the Kimmel Center's early childhood program, for children 5 and under, designed to promote literacy development and an appreciation for American culture.
