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Board bolstered by vast experience of leaders from The Carpenters’ Company, Glen Foerd, Global Philadelphia Association, Moore College of Art & Design, Sixers Youth Foundation, and The Wilma Theater.
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It’s very concerning to see the imminent closure of the University of the Arts, a pillar of our cultural community that has uplifted so many renowned artists and musicians since its founding in 1870. Unfortunately, UArts has not been immune to the changing dynamics of higher education that have...
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Study finds combined economic impact of $3.3 Billion from Southeastern Pennsylvania’s Arts & Culture Sector
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Survey finds attendance lags 22% behind 2019 levels in Southeastern Pennsylvania; 95% of cultural, arts, or humanities organizations partner with community organizations to deliver programs
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Philadelphia, PA—The Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance (“Cultural Alliance”) is pleased to announce the awardees of the 2023-2024 Creative Sector Flex Fund (“CSFF”), a program of the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (“PCA"). In this round of funding, 80 organizations received $5,000 each for...
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November 29, 2023 (Philadelphia)—The Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance has recently established a new External Relations department, meeting a significant milestone for the organization set by Patricia Wilson Aden, President and CEO. The Cultural Alliance has evolved since its founding in 1972...
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Stable funding to allow more grant opportunities, develop community programming and promote more cross-sector collaboration
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2023 Mayoral Policy Platform rooted in fundamental belief that arts and culture are undervalued and underleveraged in the City deserving greater public investment
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December 1, 2022 (PHILADELPHIA, PA) – Today, during public testimony, the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance (“Cultural Alliance”), which represents 348 arts and culture organizations in the City of Philadelphia, applauded Mayor Jim Kenney and City Council for its unprecedented infusion of $21....
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May 11, 2022 (PHILADELPHIA, PA) – Today, the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance (“Cultural Alliance”), which represents 348 arts and culture organizations in the City of Philadelphia, rallied artists, creative entrepreneurs, arts educators, organizational leaders, and arts and culture allies at...
We Are The Cultural Alliance
We lead, strengthen and amplify the voices of a cultural community that ignites creativity, inspires people and is essential for a healthy region.
The Irish Heritage Theatre is dedicated to presenting and preserving the rich legacy of Irish theatre that has been created both in Ireland and during the long history of the Irish in American theatre. The IHT will expand the opportunities of the Philadelphia public to enjoy and benefit from the abundance of laughter, the emotional richness, the inventive language and depth of perception about humankind’s predicaments that the fullness of Irish Theatre presents.
The Da Vinci Art Alliance was founded in 1931 and enjoys a distinguished history in Philadelphia. It was formed to serve the needs of artists and artisans and to promote the edification and appreciation of the arts. Our well-located building across from Fleisher was purchased in 1959 to provide studio, and gallery spaces for its members and outreach for the community. Da Vinci maintains a small collection of works by noted founders. The Da Vinci Art Alliance supports community based arts programs, and cultural and educational exchanges through monthly exhibitions, lectures and events.
The mission of Network for New Music is to commission and perform a diversity of new musical works of the highest quality by both established and emerging composers. Network also seeks to bring its passion for new music to an ever-wider audience by engaging in educational activities and collaborations with other artists and art forms.
The University City Arts League (UCAL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to education and cultural enrichment in the arts. UCAL encourages the support and development of the arts and provides a venue for people of diverse backgrounds to experience the arts through classes, exhibitions, performances and special events.
Storybook Musical Theatre is dedicated to the cultural enrichment of children and their families by introducing them to professional musical theatre through the presentation of original adaptations of fairy tales, folklore and children's literature.
Abington Art Center cultivates the power of the arts--inspiring individuals and strengthening community. In its historic, 27-acre campus in suburban Philadelphia, AAC is dedicated to providing opportunities for its many audiences to experience, appreciate and participate in the arts at whatever level they choose. From pre-school to lifelong learners, casual observers to art enthusiasts, AAC engages visitors, artists and students with its sculpture park and gallery exhibitions of today's artists, studio art classes and public programs.
Allens Lane Art Center (ALAC) provides programs and activities that bring our diverse community together to experience and support the arts. ALAC offers opportunities for people to explore their creative potential and strives to make these arts-related programs available to those who might otherwise be unable to participate.
Circadium cultivates contemporary circus in America through the development and support of innovative multidisciplinary artists. Through the education of their students, they inspire the world to celebrate and invest in live performance.
Founded in 1988, InterAct’s aim is to educate, as well as entertain its audiences, by producing world-class, thought-provoking productions, and by using theatre as a tool to foster positive social change in the school, the workplace and the community. Through its artistic and educational programs, InterAct seeks to make a significant contribution to the cultural life of Philadelphia and to the American theatre. InterAct strives to cultivate new voices for the theatre. The company believes in developing and producing important new plays that represent our time and place, and introducing new writers to local audiences.