The 80s Classic ‘Dirty Dancing’ Comes to Philly

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One of the most iconic flicks from the 1980’s, Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey mambo’ed, salsa’ed, merengue’d into a generation of living rooms in Dirty Dancing. The hit film has since been transferred to stage from silver screen by musical book writer Eleanor Bergstein, in an adaptation which flawlessly mirrors her original screenplay. As a part of the *Kimmel Center’s […]

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Women’s History Month #WCW | Nalani and Sarina Bolton

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When Philly PR Girl co-hosted a fundraiser event with our friends at Rock On Philly a few months back, we expected to hear from a talented and diverse group of performers at this casual open mic night. What we didn’t expect was an ass-kicking dose of powerhouse duo Nalani and Sarina. Super sweet and friendly upon introduction, these

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Green Businesses in Philadelphia to Get Behind

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It’s finally come time to wrap up all of our St. Patty’s Day celebrations. Gone are the pots of gold and over is the Erin Express. Not to worry! The green theme can carry on all year and beyond! Social responsibility and going green is trendier and more important now than ever. Check out these

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Koresh Dance Company Combines Dance with Fashion This Weekend

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  “Technical. Emotional. Intense.” These are just a few words to describe the upcoming performance of Aftershock, bolstered by the annual fundraiser, Koresh Kouture. A fashion-themed silent auction and gala hosted by Koresh Dance Company, this year’s fundraiser is set to take place on Saturday, March 28 at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre. Described as “the most exciting

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Favorite Neighborhood Dive Bars in Center City Philadelphia

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Remember Moe’s Tavern from The Simpsons? That’s what a dive bar really is: sticky floors, usually with patches of sawdust here and there; a humongous jar of pickled something sitting on the counter, and three things available on the “menu”. If you want a truly authentic dive bar experience, you’ll have to travel farther out

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MANNA: Shut up & Dance

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Once a year, the dancers of the Pennsylvania Ballet turn emotion into movement for MANNA’s annual Shut Up & Dance one-night benefit performance. This year, dancers will be directed by principal dancer, Ian Hussey, as well as perform their own original pieces on Saturday, March 21 to show their support for those lost from the

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This Week in Philly

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Here’s What’s Going On This Week in Philly… Monday, March 16 Join food and beverage entrepreneurs during Samuel Adams Brewing the American Dream Speed Coaching event for free! People will have the opportunity to participate in up to six 20 minute one-on-one sessions. Coaches include professionals from Samuel Adams and Accion who will cover topics

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Philly PR Girl’s Favorite Irish Philadelphians

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With the Irish Holiday right around the corner, we wanted to take a moment to give a few shout outs to some of our favorite famous local Irish Philadelphians and share what their plans are for the upcoming holiday: FOX 29’S traffic reporter Bob Kelly, also known as “The Dean of Traffic,” was born and raised

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Women’s History Month #WCW | Elizabeth Cardillo

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If you haven’t heard, Pennsylvania has a new queen in its midst. Elizabeth Cardillo, better known now as Miss Pennsylvania USA, was crowned this past December and will be representing our great state well in the quickly approaching Miss USA pageant.  Cardillo is Philly PR Girl’s #WomanCrushWednesday this week! Cardillo was born and raised in Hampton,

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