SYMPOSIUM Artist J. Kenneth Leap is part of the Creative Spirit Symposium. Credit: Wilhelm DerixCreative Sprit SymposiumSaturday, 9 a.m.Michener Museum138 S. Pine St.$25 for members, $35 for non-members215-340-9800www.michenermuseum.orgThe Michener Museum is hosting the ninth Creative Spirit Symposium this Saturday with speakers from the medical and art communities. This year’s medical feature is a focus on traumatic brain injury. Experience the juxtaposition of art and science at this one-of-a-kind event.FILMS'Detained in the Desert'Friday, 7 p.m.Academy of Natural Sciences1900 Ben Franklin Pkwy.$5,215-299-1000www.ansp.orgPart of the Al Dia News Media Film Series, the “Detained in the Desert” screening chronicles two different people from two different backgrounds who find themselves in a severe situation. This film tackles controversial topics such as racism, profiling and immigration.THEATERThe Cabaret Administration Presents Fin De SeicleSunday, 8 p.m.L’Etage624 S. 6th St.$15,215-592-0656www.creperie-beaumonde.comVisit L’Etage this Sunday for a special one-time-only performance of “Fin De Seicle,” a sensual, macabre journey form New Orleans to Venice. This adults-only dance theater cabaret is sure to bring out your dark side. Only 80 seats are available.FINE ARTSFirst Friday! The Wide World of ArtFriday, 6 p.m.The Barnes Foundation2025 Ben. Franklin Pkwy$25/free for members215-278-7200www.barnesfoundation.orgEnjoy full museum access as well as a performance by the Academy of Vocal Arts featuring soprano Anush Avetisyan, baritone Armando Pina and pianist Tim Ribchester to set the proper atmosphere. Also featured will be the short film, “The Collector,” which explores the life of Albert C. Barnes, talks on American and European modernism, and cocktails.MUSICTom RushFriday, 7 p.m.Ardmore Music Hall23 E. Lancaster Ave.$29.50 in advance, $35 at the door610-649-8389www.ardmoremusic.comTom Rush, a pioneer of the singer/songwriter movement of the '60, performs at the Ardmore Music Hall. The living legend, who just recently celebrated his 73rdbirthday, is still touring after 50 years in the music biz.Schumann/HaydnSunday, 2:30 p.m.Perelman Theater at the Kimmel Center300 S. Broad St.215-790-5800www.kimmelcenter.orgConductor Ignat Solzhenitsyn leads the chamber orchestra in two pieces of music by the legendary composers. Although Schumann composed in the Romantic era and Haydn the classical era, the musicians will entwine Shumann's “Introduction and Allegro, Op. 92” and Haydn's “Symphony No. 94 in G major."BURLESQUEBurlesque A PadesSaturday, 8:30 p.m.World Cafe Live3025 Walnut St.$20,215-222-1400www.worldcafelive.comBurlesque A Pades is an acclaimed burlesque stage show featuring the Pontani Sisters. These buxom beauties are bringing their exotic talents to the World Cafe Live stage and are sure to not disappoint.
