The Bride proudly presents the first installment in a new monthly series, SATURN NEVER SLEEPS. This month's theme is FREQUENCY HOLDERS.

Curated by producer/electronic artist King Britt and interactive artist Rucyl Mills, this event, the entire Bride space, from galleries to stage, will be transformed into a multidimensional sight-sound experience. This month will feature live performances by Los Angeles’ sound-breaking producer/DJ/laptop musician Flying Lotus and Seattle’s Shabazz Palaces, “the New Africa," along with the Saturn Never Sleeps ensemble comprised (this month) of King Britt on electronics, Rucyl Mills on vocals, Damon Bennett on keyboard and Tim Motzer on guitar. Visuals by Jason Senk and Peter Kirn.

This event will recur on November 12 and December 17.

Get your tickets today for the 40th anniversary season kick-off event!

The upcoming weeks are FULL of activity as our season kicks off and we gear up in anticipation for the WORLD PREMIERE of the Bride’s co-commissioned dance project, Cynthia Oliver’s Rigidigidim De Bamba De: Ruptured Calypso. RSVP today for these FREE and CHEAP ways to be a part of the creative process.

To reserve your spot for any of these residency activities please call our box office: Tuesday – Saturday, 12pm - 6pm, 215-925-9914.

Master Classes - Mon., Sept. 28 and Oct. 5, 6pm-7:30pm, $10 per master class
Master Technique Class - CaribFunk is a blend of classical ballet and modern technique that treads on the boundaries of traditional African and Caribbean movement forms. This class moves exhibits culture, tradition, funk, and fusion. It is pulsating, percussive, and rhythmic. Styles of music include but are not limited to Afro-Cuban jazz, reggae, soca, calypso, zouk, salsa, and percussion.

Film Screening - Weds., Sept. 30, 7pm, $5
Bacchanal Time: The People’s Carnival, Directed by Ryan Saunders
Bacchanal time presents a vivid and insightful portrait of the Trinidad styled Carnivals in North America that interweaves interviews, archival footage, and energetic parade scenes with bouncy Caribbean music.

Story Circle - Sun., Oct. 4, 2pm, FREE
Story circle - an adult class that begins with orienting ourselves to one another, introducing forms of movement and story and moves to incorporate workshop participants in sharing exercises which combine breath and theatrical performance techniques with individual and group storytelling. This workshop has the possibility to move from the topical, the whimsical, to expressions of deeply personal, communal and universal experience.

Caribbean Dance Party - Sat., Oct. 10, immediately following the performance, FREE with show ticket

Be sure to purchase your tickets for the culminating performances as well!

Stay in tune with all the happenings surrounding Rigidigidim at cynthiaoliver.atthebride.com

From now through September 30th Crush Card holders can purchase $15 tickets for the season.

Haven’t purchased your Crush Card yet? It’s not too late! PURCHASE YOUR CRUSH CARD TODAY

This new frequent buyer program offers great ticket discounts for people who like to come to lots of Bride shows and want the guaranteed best ticket prices.

For the budget-friendly price of $40, Cardholders enjoy exclusive discounts and other great perks:

• Up to two $15 tickets for each show during our semi-annual Crush Card Sales Extravaganza each September and January

• 20% off single tickets all the time, even at the door. (Limit four per show. Cards valid for one year.)

• Special offers via email throughout the season

• First choice seats through the Crush Cardholder Entrance every time you visit

Get your Crush Card today! Then head over to all of the groundbreaking programs we have in store for this landmark 40th Anniversary not-to-be missed season!

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Painted Bride Art Center |230 Vine Street |Philadelphia, PA 19106 | 215.925.9914
Box Office Hours: Tues - Sat, 12pm - 6pm

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