The Rotunda

Performing arts theater · University City

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Tucked into a historic domed building, The Rotunda is a nonprofit arts and community center lauded by The Philadelphia Citizen for its eclectic programming. From experimental music nights and spoken word to free film screenings and cultural festivals, The Rotunda hosts hundreds of events annually—many of them pay-what-you-can or free—making independent arts accessible to all. Its collaborative ethos attracts local creatives and curious audiences alike.

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4014 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Get directions

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