Entertainment – Temple Update

Cityside Pumpkin Patch Debuts In Philly

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 04:06:25 +0000

At the Cityside Pumpkin Patch, it’s no tricks, just treats, turning Philadelphia into a wonderland of pumpkins, potions, and picture-perfect views. Located at Liberty Point on the waterfront, this Halloween extravaganza runs from October 23 to November 29. With over 4,000 pumpkins arriving each week, Liberty Point has transformed into a Halloween hot spot. This immersive experience is…

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Temple Tennis Community Clinic

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 22:09:07 +0000

Starting at the beginning of October, the men’s tennis team partnered with the Temple University Department of Public Safety for a weekly clinic for students at Dunbar Elementary School. Now, a few weeks into the clinic, athletes are already seeing major improvements. Maj Najvirt Kolaric, a junior tennis player, is one of the athletes behind teaching the students. He says: “I think they…

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Panda Fest Returns to Philadelphia

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 20:03:46 +0000

What’s black and white and has delicious food all over? If you guessed Panda Fest, you’d be correct. This weekend, Panda Fest returned to Philadelphia after its run last spring. Dilworth Park was packed with festivalgoers ready to celebrate food, culture, and community. “I’m here for the food, I’m here for the culture, and I’m here to have fun,” said Drexel student Rav Uppal.

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“Artists Among Us”: A Canvas For Creativity & Connection

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 20:32:35 +0000

At Temple University Television, a single show has proven that passion can create a masterpiece. “Artists Among Us” has not only captured the hearts of its audience but has also earned two nominations from the prestigious NATAS College Student Production Awards. This is a story of discovery, not just for the viewers, but for the students behind the show. “For me, I think that art is powerful…

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Owls Leave the Nest

Thu, 01 May 2025 12:12:56 +0000

During the spring semester, seniors have one thing on their mind: graduation. For many Temple seniors, the countdown to commencement brings a mix of excitement and uncertainty. “I think there’s always that fear when you leave somewhere,” said Izzy Bernard. Thousands are expected to graduate this May. For many, the moment feels surreal—especially after starting college in a global…

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A Temple Student Shines on Broadway

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 00:26:20 +0000

Jasmine Villaroel is turning her studies into standing ovations. By day, she is a senior musical theatre student at Temple University, but at night, she trades her books for Broadway. “I’m getting to do more than I thought would have been possible, especially while I am still in school,” shared Villaroel. For the past year, Villaroel has been performing as a swing in the hit show “The…

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The Rite of Swing Jazz Café

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 17:46:26 +0000

Swinging drums, rhythmic bass, melodic keyboard, and screaming horns. Those are the sounds of Boyer College’s Rite of Swing Jazz Café. The event has been running for 10 years and was started by Vice Dean David Brown and has been going strong ever since. “Our Dean, Robert Stroker, wanted to have a concert for the community on a regular basis,” Brown says, “So we started this on Thursday…

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Diamond Screen Women’s Film Festival

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 15:55:21 +0000

Temple University celebrated up-and-coming female filmmakers at this month’s Diamond Screen Women’s Film Festival. The Diamond Screen Film Festival is an annual event, now in its ninth year, that is organized by Temple University’s School of Theatre, Film, and Media Arts. The event is dedicated to showcasing talented artists within the media arts program. The women’s fest specifically…

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Temple Professor Leaps from Page to Screen

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 01:27:48 +0000

New York Times bestselling author and Temple University professor Liz Moore has witnessed her novel, “Long Bright River,” make the leap from page to screen. The gripping story, which delves into the raw realities of Philadelphia’s opioid crisis and the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood, is set to premiere on Peacock on March 13th, 2025, bringing Moore’s vision to a global audience.

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Sit-down with Sapphira Cristál

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 16:39:24 +0000

Philadelphia-based drag queen, RuPaul’s Drag Race, Season 16 finalist, and Miss Congeniality winner Sapphira Cristál has been nominated for a Queerty award. Photo from: @sapphiracristal, Instagram Photographed by: Ryan Kell Queerty is an online publication that covers LGBTQ+ entertainment, lifestyle, and news. The Queerty Awards ceremony, or “Queerties…

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