Wednesday, November 19
6:30pm | Plaza Stage | Free in the Plaza
Musical Tribute to Venezuela
In partnership with Casa de Venezuela
The Music Ensemble of Casa de Venezuela promotes the culture, roots, traditions and folklore of Venezuela. Join us as the Music Ensemble takes us through a cultural journey complete with a traditional folkloric dance performance in honor of Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel’s ticketed engagement with the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra in Verizon Hall.

Post-show | Verizon Hall | Organ Postlude
Nathan Laube, organist
Nathan Laube is a rising star among young classical musicians. A native of Chicago, Nathan began his music studies at age five and at age 15, he was accepted as a full scholarship student at the renowned Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia. Nathan is currently a fourth year student at The Curtis Institute, where he studies with Alan Morrison (organ) and Susan Starr (piano). The postlude will take place following the ticketed performance by the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra in Verizon Hall.

Saturday, December 6
11am | Commonwealth Plaza | PNC Grow Up Great
Leana Song
Born in blossoming Northern Liberties, this diverse ensemble takes direction from Shawn Hennessey, for whom the term American-African was invented. You may have seen these do-gooders on M.I.N.D TV, formerly WYBE, teaching African rhythms to scores of Philly youth in public and private schools. These musicians feel it is their social responsibility to increase Philadelphia’s awareness of the world’s rhythm, and now with their debut record “Orisha Love Song’s Vol.1” they plan on taking Philadelphia’s rhythm to the world.

6pm | Commonwealth Plaza
ArtJaz Gallery Exhibit
Experience the messages of jazz and more in this exhibit of paintings and mixed media. The exhibit will be featured in Commonwealth Plaza prior to the ticketed performance by the Fred Hersch Trio, part of the Jazz Up Close series in Perelman Theater.

Monday, December 8
6:30pm | Commonwealth Plaza Stage | Free in the Plaza
Jacob’s Music Showcase
Join us for a free musical performance by piano students from around the region, organized by Jacob’s Music Company, on the Commonwealth Plaza Stage prior to the ticketed performance by Daniel Barenboim in Verizon Hall.

Wednesday, December 10
6:30pm | Commonwealth Plaza Stage | Free in the Plaza
Swaray African Safari Ensemble
In partnership with The African Cultural Alliance of North America
The Swaray African Ensemble will lift your spirits with their soulful voices of African praise. The Swaray African Safari Ensemble will perform prior to the ticketed performance by Soweto Gospel Choir in Verizon Hall.

Saturday, December 13
12pm | Commonwealth Plaza Stage | Free in the Plaza
Kimmel Center Youth Jazz Ensemble
The Kimmel Center Youth Jazz Ensemble introduces a professional-level musical experience to gifted young artists providing them the opportunity to train with accomplished jazz musicians and teachers and perform in the Kimmel Center and its concert halls. Join us for the Ensemble's first Commonwealth Plaza perforamance of the 2008-2009 season.

Tuesday, December 16
6:30pm | Commonwealth Plaza Stage | Free in the Plaza
Marc Silver & The Stonethrowers
"A little bit of folk, a little bit of country and a whole lot of three-part harmonies add up to make this a band you don't want to miss." — Philly Metro. Marc Silver & The Stonethrowers will perform prior to the ticketed performance by Béla Fleck and the Flecktones in Verizon Hall.

Saturday, December 20
12:30pm | Commonwealth Plaza Stage | Free in the Plaza
TUBA CHRISTMAS
Toot your own horn at the seventh annual Tuba Christmas Celebration in the Kimmel Center’s Commonwealth Plaza, as part of the Free in the Plaza Series. The holidays come to life as over 50 regional tuba and euphonium players join together to perform holiday classics free to the public and for all ages.

Saturday, January 3
11am | Commonwealth Plaza | PNC Grow Up Great
Miss Amy Kid’s Fitness Rock & Roll
Miss Amy has captivated audiences with her original songs that include movements from actual health & fitness disciplines (dubbed "Fitness Rock & Roll"). Participants at Miss Amy’s concerts get a workout without even knowing it!

Sunday, January 18
6pm and 11pm | Commonwealth Plaza Stage | Free in the Plaza
Geator Dance Party with DJ Mark the Spark
Party with the Geator and DJ Mark the Spark as they spin tunes from the good old days prior to and following the ticketed Jerry Blavat Roots of Rhythm & Blues performance in Verizon Hall. The 6pm party will be broadcast live on WVLT-FM 92.1!

Saturday, January 24
6:30pm | Commonwealth Plaza Stage | Free in the Plaza
First Person Arts Story Slam
First Person StorySlams are real-life-storytelling competitions. Each slam has a theme which elicits stories from the life experiences of Philly’s storytellers. Who are these local tale spinners? Everyone with a story and a little sense of competition is encouraged to participate. Join us for a free First Person Arts Story Slam in the Commonwealth Plaza prior to the ticketed evening with Ira Glass event in Verizon Hall.

Free in the Plaza events are part of the Wachovia Gateway to the Arts Program made possible by a generous grant from the Wachovia Foundation.

Please continue to check the calendar for the most current information, as new dates are added regularly. Free programs are occasionally pre-empted due to other special events. All artists subject to change.

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