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African Heritage Dancers and Drummers dance and play during the 42nd Annual Odunde Festival in Philadelphia. The dance group has performed at every festival since 1975.
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As summer heat hits Philadelphia, Odunde Festival brings South Street to life

When South Philadelphia residents Lois Fernandez and Ruth Arthur launched the Odunde festival 42 years ago, the celebration took place wi ...

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Belly dancers ‘Fight For Air’ in Philadelphia

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A crushing experience at musical theater camp

Two years ago, I decided to participate in a summer musical theater camp. Here's the thing: I don't sing. I don't act. I don't dance. It was a challenge.

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N.O.W.: A gala celebration of New Operatic Work by Opera Philadelphia

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