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The East Passyunk Opera Project (ePOP) announces the grand finale of its Love Notes series with Love Notes 4 Philly, a concert celebrating the love of community and the transformative work of mutual aid organizations. The event will take place on Saturday, January 11, at 7:30 pm at the Society Hill Dance Academy, located at 1919 East Passyunk Avenue, Philadelphia.
This special evening will feature performances by acclaimed artists who have performed at some of the world’s most renowned venues, including The Metropolitan Opera, Carnegie Hall, and the Kimmel Cultural Campus. Adding a unique flair, two stars from Opera Philadelphia’s upcoming production of The Anonymous Lover will join the lineup. The event will be hosted by Cookie Diorio, with Omar Saleem returning as DJ and beatmaker. Artists such as Ashley Marie Robillard, Maren Montalbano, Katrina Thurman, Aurelien Eulert, and Johnathan McCullough will captivate audiences with a mix of classical and contemporary pieces, ranging from Simon & Garfunkel to Joseph Bologne.
A series rooted in love
Since its inception in 2021, the Love Notes series has explored the multifaceted nature of love, from romantic to self-love to resilience. Love Notes 4 Philly shifts the focus to the love that unites communities, shining a spotlight on local mutual aid organizations and encouraging action to uplift one another. During the concert, ePOP will connect attendees with opportunities to support these vital groups, demonstrating how love manifests through community care.
RM Digital Photography A unique evening in East Passyunk
The concert will take place in the modern-industrial setting of Society Hill Dance Academy, which features steel beams, bistro lighting, and a striking historic brick bar. Guests are invited to arrive early and explore East Passyunk’s vibrant dining options before the show, with doors opening at 6:45 pm.
Exclusive cocktails by Top Dog Cocktails
Enhancing the experience, every ticket includes two complimentary cocktails from Top Dog Cocktails, featuring the debut of their new Strawberry Margarita flavor. Other cocktail offerings include Greyhound, Whiskey Lemonade, Blood Orange Margarita, and Peach Mango Tea, each crafted to delight and complement the evening's ambiance.
Tickets and details
This event is made possible through the collaboration of local businesses and sponsors, including Circle Thrift, RE/MAX One Realty - The Capri Dessecker Team, Society Hill Dance Academy, and Top Dog Cocktails.
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience world-class opera while celebrating the power of community in one of Philadelphia’s most eclectic neighborhoods.
