Emily Scott - The Temple News

From mausoleum to recording studio, an alternative venue

01 December 2015 Emily Scott

PhilaMOCA hosts events like concerts and screenings in its multi-use space.

In Old City, Irish music and memory

10 November 2015 Emily Scott

The Plough & the Stars, a restaurant and pub in Old City, hosts public Irish music performances to celebrate the heritage of Philadelphia’s musicians and music-lovers.

Alumnus Matt Kerr founded Beyond the Bars, a nonprofit that brings music to Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center. | Jenny Kerrigan TTN

Listening to unsung voices

03 November 2015 Emily Scott

Matt Kerr discovered a lack of music in prisons—and launched a new nonprofit.

Ayako Kataoka performs during the NowHere Festival of Free Improvisation in Sound & Movement Oct. 23. | Daniel Rainville TTN

Breaking artistic tradition

27 October 2015 Emily Scott

The Impermanent Society of Philadelphia hosted its inaugural NowHere festival to promote improv music and dance.

Camae Ayewa runs ROCKERS!, a monthly showcase for diversity in the arts. | Jenny Kerrigan TTN

Through music, artist speaks out

06 October 2015 Emily Scott

Musician Camae Ayewa aims to keep Philadelphia concerts diverse with social activism.

Reviving musical intimacy through cabaret

29 September 2015 Emily Scott

The Rrazz Room, a cabaret nightclub, opened Sept. 18 in the Prince Theater.

Eyes on South Street Latin art

22 September 2015 Emily Scott

The Zagars sell Latin folk art at Eyes Gallery on South Street.

Zahnay Blakney, a senior media studies and production major, models for Burning Guitars. | Jenny Kerrigan TTN

Inside Philly Fashion Week

08 September 2015 Emily Scott

Creators Kevin Parker and Kerry Scott work to make a name for the five-day event.

Thread Society gives back to the local community with donated shirts. | Emily Scott TTN

Community threads

01 September 2015 Emily Scott

Thread Society, a Northeast Philly-based clothing line, features several programs to give back.
to the community with conventional clothing.

The view from inside the shop, where founder Amalia Petherbridge aims to honor the building's history while moving forward with her own ideas. | Emily Scott, TTN

Sewing studio honors old-fashioned craftsmanship

20 June 2015 Emily Scott

Butcher’s Sew Shop is a Bella Vista sewing workshop studio located in a former butcher store. The shop is having its one-year anniversary this month.