The Scottsboro Boys

January 20 - February 19

Suzanne Roberts Theatre

480 S. Broad Street

Fresh off a successful run on Broadway, The Philadelphia Theatre Company brings us the Tony Award nominated musical, The Scottsboro Boys.  An electrifying and emotional tour de force, this semi-controversial musical chronicles the story of a group of African-American young men falsely accused of attacking a white women in 1930's Alabama.

A new musical, based upon the once-popular ministrel-show style, the show has an awe inspiring cast of triple threat performers, more than capable of entertaining and moving any audiences. So, don't miss this powerful retelling of a piece of American history, told through music and dance. 

You can purchase your tickets here. 

Breaking Barriers Show

February 1 through 29

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

National Constitution Center

525 Arch Street

Philadelphia, PA 19106

All month long, the National Constitution Center will highlight the lives of historic African-Americans in their new feature, the Breaking Barriers Show. This intriguing piece delves into the lives of Thurgood Marshall, Jackie Robinson, Bessie Coleman and other influential African-Americans. These are some of the brilliant figures who have largely contributed to both American and African-American history. Make sure you add this to your Black History Month to-do list.

For more info, click here.

Carol Riddick

Friday, February 3 & Saturday, February 4

7:30 & 10 p.m. sets

Warmdaddy's

1400 Columbus Blvd.

Philly 360° Creative Ambassador and songstress Carol Riddick returns to Warmdaddy's to sing away our winter blues with a red-hot night of sultry soul music.

Carol has lent her soulful sound to many of today's top soul artists, like Jill Scott, Anthony Hamilton, Musiq Soulchild and Kindred the Family Soul - just to name a few! So get to know this native Philadelphian and the lush, rich voice that everyone has fallen in love with!

We definitely suggest you make your reservations in advance. Click here for more information.

Eddie Palmieri Latin Jazz Band

Saturday, February 4

7 p.m.

Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts

3680 Walnut Street

With a career that has spanned over five decades, Eddie Palmieri is celebrated for his charismatic performances and electrifying salsa and Latin jazz orchestras. This nine-time Grammy award-winning virtuoso pianist now returns to Philly to entertain and inspire audiences, as he celebrates his very special 75th birthday.

This promises to be a truly a one-night-only affair that you won't want to miss! You can purchase tickets here.

African American Winemakers

Saturday, February 4

7 p.m.

Wine School of Philadelphia

127 S. 22nd Street

Celebrate Black History Month with this one-of-a-kind class dedicated to exploring the ever-growing group of black winemakers from California to South Africa. This is the perfect chance for all of you budding Philly someliers to come out to sharpen your skills, discuss and of course sample this exceptional winemaking craftsmenship.

This class is certain to be a unique wine experience, not to be missed! You can get more information here. 

David "Fuze" Fiuczynski's Screaming Headless Hendrix

Saturday, February 4

8 p.m.

Painted Bride Art Center

230 Vine Street

Celebrate Rock & Roll legend Jimi Hendrix's 70th birthday with an electrifying evening of music at The Painted Bride in Old City. For this special night of music, Guggenheim fellow David "Fuze" Fiuczynski and his band take their audience on a epic journey of head-nodding beats, eastern-influenced harmonies, mind-blowing improv and of course the hard rock sounds that made Jimi Hendrix a rock and roll legend. 

So, celebrate the 70th birthday of the king of the electric guitar and black rock, with this raw, colorful and explosive night of music! You can get your tickets here.