Travel Kit: Paper, markers, pencils and scissors.
Your Destination: Philadelphia is a city with a rich cultural legacy rooted in music, performance, and sports. From classical symphonies to jazz, Broadway to indie theater, and historic stadiums to championship parades, these venues reflect the city’s spirit, talent, and identity. Engage with this cultural heritage through observation, creative expression, and reflection.
On the Path: Visit a music hall, theater, or sports venue in Philadelphia—places where people come together to celebrate sound, storytelling, and teamwork.
Step 1: Observe what makes the space special, from its architecture and history to the energy of performances or games.
Step 2: After your visit, choose one experience that inspires you and create a colorful t-shirt advertising the venue.
Group Tour: Share your t-shirt and explain how this space helped you see new ways people connect, express, and build community at #ArtSphereInc!
Extend the Journey: Research the music genres and bands that play at these venues.
Vocabulary: Jazz, Country, Reggae, Classical, Opera, Rock, Soul, R&B, Blues
Resources and Visual Aids: (And more great Philadelphia places to listen to music)
- Ardmore Music Hall: Located just outside Philadelphia, this venue offers an intimate setting for concerts across various genres.
- The Barbary: A lively venue offering live music, dancing, and a great atmosphere for social events in Philadelphia.
- Boot & Saddle: Found on South Broad Street, this venue combines a cozy bar with a back room stage, hosting indie and rock performances.
- Chris’s Jazz Cafe: Located on Sansom Street this is the longest continuously operated jazz club in Philadelphia.
- Citizens Bank Park: Home to the Philadelphia Phillies, this iconic stadium hosts Major League Baseball games and large-scale events.
- Ensemble Arts Philly: A performing arts organization offering diverse performances that showcase local talent and engage with the community.
- Franklin Music Hall: A premier venue in Philadelphia that hosts a variety of live music performances, from emerging artists to well-known acts.
- Liacouras Center: A multi-purpose venue hosting concerts, sporting events, and shows, located on the Temple University campus.
- The Fillmore Philadelphia: A popular music venue in Fishtown, known for hosting high-energy concerts and a wide range of artists.
- The Dell Music Center: Situated in East Fairmount Park, this outdoor amphitheater presents world-class artists in a scenic setting.
- The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts: Located on South Broad Street, this center houses multiple performance spaces, including the Marian Anderson Hall and Perelman Theater, hosting a variety of musical performances, including The Philadelphia Orchestra.
- The Mann Center for the Performing Arts: An outdoor venue in Fairmount Park, offering summer concerts under the stars.
- Underground Arts: A venue that provides an intimate setting for live music, performances, and art installations in the heart of Philadelphia.
- Union Transfer: Found on Spring Garden Street, this venue features a historic setting with a modern sound system, hosting a range of musical acts.
- UTP (Underground Theatre Project): A creative space focusing on theater productions, innovative performances, and collaborative artistic work.
- World Cafe Live: A venue that brings together live music performances, food, and community events in an intimate setting.