Stay booked and busy this month with the city’s must-attend events, from concerts to seasonal shenanigans and more.
See Ana, Elsa and Olaf come to life at the Academy of Music.
Through 3/10
GISELLE
Spend an evening captivated by one of the most adored romantic ballets at the Academy of Music. The performance follows Giselle, a peasant who yearns to dance and love her disguised suitor despite concerns. Through life and death, love prevails, and Angel Corella’s choreography is strikingly passionate in one of the greatest ballets of all time. 240 S. Broad St., philadelphiaballet.org
Through 6/2
JESSICA CAMPBELL: HETERODOXY
Can you keep a secret? Learn about the twentieth-century secret feminist debate club, Heterodoxy, through Jessica Campbell’s provoking and satirical presentation. Through textiles, drawings and archival objects, the exhibition at The Fabric Workshop and Museum prompts conversations about social issues like voting access, public health and more. 1214 Arch St., fabricworkshopandmuseum.org
3/3-5/19
ALEXEY BRODOVITCH: ASTONISH ME
Gaze upon the graphic designs of esteemed designer, art director, instructor and photographer Alexey Brodovitch at the Barnes Foundation. This is the first major U.S. museum exhibition devoted to Brodovitch, showcasing his everlasting influence on the art world through surrealist and avantgarde images and layouts. 2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, barnesfoundation.org
3/4-3/15
KOP RESTAURANT WEEK
Head over to KOP, where restaurants like Revolution Chop House or Savona are offering prix-fixe menus for a good cause all week. A percentage of the proceeds spent on yummy meals will be donated to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. King of Prussia, koprestaurantweek.com
3/7-3/8
NATE BARGATZE
For a good laugh, sit back and watch the hilarious Nate Bargatze perform his world tour comedy act, “The Be Funny Tour” at Wells Fargo Center. This show is one for all ages, as Bargatze is known for his clean and relatable humor, which landed him a Netflix special, The Greatest Average American, and earned him a hosting spot on Saturday Night Live. 3601 S. Broad St., wellsfargocenterphilly.com
3/8
27TH ANNUAL FUR BALL
Make some new furry friends at the 27th Annual Fur Ball, where attendees can enjoy kitten and puppy petting for a good cause. This cocktail attire event, hosted by the Morris Animal Refuge at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, is committed to rescuing homeless animals in Philadelphia and features a silent auction, DJ and tasty bites. 118-128 N. Broad St., phillyfurball.com
3/10
PHILADELPHIA ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE
Feeling lucky? This month, Philly is going green with a lively parade featuring over 200 talented groups, from marching bands to dance troupes. The parade, with the theme “Saint Patrick, Bless Philadelphia with a New Dawn of Hope!” will begin promptly at 11:15 a.m. 16th St. and JFK Blvd., phillyparade.com
3/21-4/7
DISNEY’S FROZEN: THE MUSICAL
See Ana, Elsa and Olaf like never before at the Academy of Music this month. While the magic unfolds, fans can sing along to your favorites like “Let It Go” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” 240 S. Broad St., ensembleartsphilly.org
3/26-5/5
BEAUTIFUL — THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL
Rock out and reminisce with the Tony Award-winning, true story of music icon Carole King at Walnut Street Theatre. The talented cast and directors showcase every step of King’s career, from songwriting to becoming a solo artist and making it into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. 825 Walnut St., walnutstreettheatre.org
3/29
NICKI MINAJ PRESENTS: PINK FRIDAY 2 WORLD TOUR
Calling all Barbz—the Queen of Hip Hop is back with her Pink Friday 2 World Tour. Join the most awarded female rapper of all time for her biggest tour yet and sing along to the songs you know and love, like “Barbie Dangerous” and “Super Freaky Girl.” 3601 S. Broad St., wellsfargocenterphilly.com
Photography by: DEENVAN MEER
