World Cafe Live is a one stop musical destination located in Philadelphia. This three story live studio is the stepping stone for many local armature artists as well as for national performers. In order to promote local musical talents the studio hosts a show annually named beta hi-fi Musical Festival. The palace has the reputation of unleashing talents like Rod Kim, Joel Rakes and others.

The building has a rocking restaurant featuring great music, tempting happy hours and many more. The upstairs of the restaurant provides lunch and dinner along with a well stuffed drinking den and the downstairs provides only ticketed dinner from 6 pm in the evening. Both the places offer live and rocking performances. Apart from the official programs the place holds many private events and kids shows.

World Cafe Live is also famous for its two hour long show known as World Cafe. The originated in 1991 and features a wide band of country music, adult programs hard rock and many interviews. The program was aimed to uplift the local emerging artists and also national talents. From 2005 the show was distributed across the city was Public Radio International.

There are many breathtaking events heading your way in 2010. EELS, Mark Olson are two shows scheduled in the months of September and October respectively. Some other shows coming up are "A Philadelphia Ale & Arts Adventure by Mural Arts Program, Attack of the giant Leeches by Philadelphia F/M Festival and Blackbird agency, Jacopierce, The Dream Jam Band, Philly Rising Open Stage, IVA, and Howie Day.

World Cafe Live is the best live music venue for showcasing live music in Philadelphia. It's a great place to attract and inspire live musicians. The venue is widely known for playing host to upcoming local artists and nationwide tours. The annual beta hi-fi Music Festival is hosted in the music hall to promote local talent. Artists like Joel Rakes, Joshua Park and Rod Kim once performed in the past festivals.

WCL is really a terrific music venue. The upstairs seems to be more intimate, while the downstairs venue is much larger and fits for big parties. Be sure to watch a live music show at the venue since most of the acts would play nowhere in the city. To entertain coming guests to the heart's content, World Cafe Live launches a continuous flow of fantastic music shows and events in 2011.

- Upstairs Live

Upstairs Live has an intimate cafe on the Walnut Street level. It has a seating capacity of approximately 100 people and features live radio broadcasts and performance seven days a week. Upstairs Live prepares various exciting acts in the following days.

1) WXPN Welcomes Ben Vaughn

Ben Vaughn grew up in the Philadelphia area and formed the Ben Vaughn Combo in 1983. He began his solo career from 1988 and recorded 4 critically acclaimed albums. Currently he hosts "The Many Moods of Ben Vaughn", broadcast on WXPN. His show is arranged at 9 pm on Friday, April 1, 2011. General admission tickets are $13, including a processing fee of $3.

2) Medea

The joint unique folk/rock project Medea by Patrick Robinson and Irene Lambrou has been popular for more than 10 years and has been graced by some of the finest players in the area. Drummer Pat Domanico, guitarist Tony Winkler and bassist Rich Curtis join in the newest iteration of Medea, which is sure to put a spell on you. They will play for you at 7 pm on Sunday, April 3, 2011 with an admission fee of $13.

3) GREAM: The Best of Philly Rising

Come to enjoy the March Winners! The admission is free of charge. Make sure to stop by the Upstairs Live at 8 pm on Tuesday, April 5th, 2011. Please make reservations by calling 215-222-1400 to be assured of seating.

Many other performers also give shows at World Cafe Live in 2011, like Dali Quarter & Alex Shaw and Jason Walker etc. Click the following website to check out more local showcase concerts hosted at Upstairs Live.

Acts at Upstairs Live

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- Downstairs Live

Downstairs Live highlights a three-tiered music hall with a seating capacity of 300 audiences in its normal configuration. The music hall can hold up to 650 people as standing room only.

1) The Residents

The Residents remains a riddle of Sphinx-like proportions. The band's members always appear in public in disguise, like giant eyeball masks, tuxedo or top hats. These magical and mysterious members are coming to the Downstairs Live for a music show on Friday, April 1, 2011. The ticket prices are listed below:

Advance Tickets:

Mezzanine (Reserved Seating) - $45 ($30 ticket + $15 premium service/processing fee)

Floor/Loge (Reserved Seating) - $35 ($30 ticket + $5 processing fee)

Floor (Standing Room) - $25 ($20 ticket + $5 processing fee)

Day of Show Tickets

Mezzanine (Reserved Seating) - $50 ($35 ticket + $15 premium service/processing fee)

Floor/Loge (Reserved Seating) - $40 ($35 ticket + $5 processing fee)

Floor (Standing Room) - $30 ($25 ticket + $5 processing fee)

2) Orla Fallon

You'll be marveled that The Pope, US Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush together with Irish President Mary McAleese are all Orla's devoted audiences. She is successful as both a young solo artist and group member of Celtic Woman. Orla will share her music with you on Tuesday, April 5. Floor/Loge tickets cost $40 while mezzanine tickets are $50.

More Events at Downstairs Live

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- Kid Shows

World Cafe Live also prepares masses of interesting kid shows for young audiences, including family-friendly music shows by Moona Luna and other world-famous artists and performers. Lots of families have been waiting for the upcoming exciting kids' shows at World Cafe Live.

1) Peanut Butter and Jams Welcomes Gustafer Yellowgold

Gustafer Yellowgold is a unique blend of live music and lively moving characters, entrancing little children, teens and parents alike. Bring your kids to the concert on Saturday, April 16th. Adult fare is $12. Children aged 1 to 12 will be charged $9. Children less than one enjoy free entry.

2) April 30 - Brady Rymer

Brady's latest CD, Love Me for Who I Am, is recorded with a purpose to celebrate children of all abilities. Families of children affected by disabilities can never miss the new CD release concert. Anthems describe a bright, positive way to celebrate life with challenges and encourage dancing and singing in all kids and families. Adult tickets cost $10 while children between 1 and 12 pay $7.

3) May 15 - Kids Rock for Kids: Benefit Concert Series

"Kids Rock for Kids" rock concert series at World Cafe Live benefit kids' medical charities. Teenage rock bands from Music Training Centers' Rock 101 program will performance at the concerts in a family-friendly atmosphere. Floor/Loge admission tickets need $10.

4) June 4 - Alastair Moock

Alastair Moock carries his sixth album - A Cow Says Moock, to World Cafe Live. The album is inspired by the birth of his twin daughters and is also his first one specially for kids and families. Little fans can find songs in this album blend tenderness, tradition and inspired silliness. Of course, admission tickets are required. Children aged 1-12 will be charged $8. Tickets for adults cost $11.

5) September 24 - Erin Lee and the Up Past Bedtime Band

Erin Lee's original tunes earn her a wide reputation as one of the most interesting, freshest and insightful performers for kids. She will cooperate with the Up Past Bedtime Band and give a fabulous family concert for kids and families. Prices for adults and children are $10 and $7.

6) November 5 - The Zinghoppers

Known as "Barney meets the Blank Eyed Peas", the Zinghoppers presents little audiences with fun engaging live shows with instructive learning, singing and dancing. The group, including the couple - Duo Jack and Kitty Notron and their animal friends, is dubbed as one of the best children's acts.

Learn More about Kid Shows

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- Beer and Wine Events

World Cafe Live hosts various drinking and dining events throughout the year in 2011. To celebrate 2011 Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts from April 7 to May 1, 2011, three special dinners are launched. Interesting beer and wine events include:

- Domaine Durban Beaumes de Venise Muscat - April 12, Upstairs Live, $50

- Champagne Cocktails - April 19, Upstairs Live, $35

- Fromage Grille et Biere - April 26, Upstairs Live, $35

- Grilled Cheese & Beer Tasting

Details on Drinking and Dining Events

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World Cafe Live really has plenty of fun for both adults and kids. The fantastic music venue is an absolute must-visit destination for tourists to Philadelphia. To be assured of a smooth travel, equip yourself with some insider ticketing info.

Tickets to all live shows and concerts can be purchased online 24 hours a day on its official website. You can also purchase tickets at the Box Office of World Cafe Live, which is located at 3025 Walnut Street. You can find it in the main lobby just inside the Walnut St. entrance. The Box Office is open from 10 am to 10 pm, Monday through Saturday and from 4 pm to 10 pm on Sunday. Tickets can be also purchased by phone at 215-222-1400.

Buy Tickets Online

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Note:

- On average, ticket prices vary from $10 to $40, depending on the performing artists. Sometimes, admission fees may be higher for certain acts.

- Ticket purchase cannot ensure seating for you. Some ticketholders may have to stand to watch the performance, depending on the number of tickets sold. This is especially true for performances in Downstairs Live. Reservations prior to the events are strongly recommended.

- Tickets bought online or by phone for Downstairs Lie shows charge a processing fee of $4 and the fee is $3 for Upstairs Live shows. If you purchase tickets with cash at the box office before the day of the show, the processing fee is only $2 for each ticket. Before planning your visit to World Cafe Live, it's better to buy advance tickets as day of show tickets are usually more expensive.

- When an event is cancelled due to weather or other reasons, ticket holders will be informed of the change and their orders will be refunded. If a show is rescheduled, ticker purchasers can choose to keep tickets for the rescheduled date or get a refund. Under any other circumstances, there're no refunds or exchanges for all tickets.

Do you know what the Philadelphia's best kept secret is? It is for certain the musical creativity brewing at the World Cafe Live. Built on a simple insight, World Cafe Live is dedicated to showcasing live music. This venue is also famous for the indie scene set in a relaxed decor and surroundings. With music, food and drink in one location, World Cafe Live is a live music venue with two stages (Upstairs Live & Downstairs Live) and fine dining.

The physical address of the World Cafe Live is 3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104. Located in the University section of Philadelphia, the venue is just off Schuylkill Expressway. Due to its convenient location, it is easily accessible from many directions. If you choose to drive to the venue, the following directions are offered for your convenience.

1) From Center City via Walnut Street

- Take Walnut Street west and go through the Schuylkill River via Walnut Street Bridge.

- Drive two blocks to 3025 Walnut Street.

- You will find the World Cafe Live on your right.

2) From Center City via 1-676 Expressway

- Take I-676 west / US west to I-76 east towards Philadelphia International Airport.

- Take 30th Street exit.

- Head south on 30th Street until you cross Market and Chestnut Streets to Walnut Street.

- Make a right turn on Walnut Street and head to 3025 Walnut on your right.

3) From Western and Northern Suburbs via Schuylkill Expressway, I-76 East

- Take Blue Route (I-476) or PA Turnpike to Schuylkill Expressway (I-76 East).

- Get off the expressway at Market Street 30th Street Station Exit (#345).

- Drive on the 30th Street across Market and Chestnut Streets to Walnut Street.

- Turn right on Walnut Street and proceed to the World Cafe Live.

4) From I-95 South

- Take I-95 south to I-676 west.

- Take I-676 west / US 30 west to I-76 east towards Philadelphia International Airport.

- Head to 30th Street by way of 30th Street Exit.

- Follow 30th street across Market and Chestnut Streets to Walnut Street.

5) From I-95 North

- Take I-95 North and follow signs to Valley Forge via I-76 west.

- Take Island Avenue (PA 291) / Valley Forge (I-76) Exit.

- Continue across Platt Bridge, which turns into Penrose Avenue.

- Make a left on 26th Street to I-76 west (Schuylkill Expressway).

- Exit the expressway at Market Street / 30th Street Station exit (#345).

- Take first right onto Chestnut Street.

- Make first right across the bridge onto 23rd Street.

- Turn right on Walnut Street (just past the drugstore) and go to the venue.

To explore more detailed directions to World Cafe Live, check this page:

Driving Directions to World Cafe Live

http://philly.worldcafelive.com/info/directions.html

In addition to driving directions, getting to know parking options is also very important for those who decide to drive to the World Cafe Live. Fortunately, World Cafe Live offers a free parking lot.

To get access to World Cafe Live free parking, go west on Walnut Street towards S 33rd Street. Turn right onto S 33rd Street. Make a right onto Chestnut Street and turn right onto S 31st Street. Then you will see the stop sign at the end of 31st Street. Turn left at the stop sign and park in the first fenced-in lot. Make sure not to park in the second lot on the left. If you park at the second lot, your vehicles will be towered at your own expense.

The free lot is open after 5:30pm and all-day on Saturday and Sunday. All vehicles need to be removed from the lot within 1 hour after the end of event. When gates are locked, remaining vehicles will be towed at the owner's expense.

If there is no vacant parking space available at the lot, you also can take advantage of additional street parking. Just follow the directional signs, you can find the street parking.

In addition, there are many other parking options available in the nearby area. Located at 3101 Market Street #2, Philadelphia Parking Authority is just in close proximity to the World Cafe Live. Fore more info and details, you can call (215) 683-9408 or visit this page:

Philadelphia Parking Authority

http://www.philapark.org/home.aspx

Walnut Bridge Parking & Storage is also a parking option, with the capacity of 200 vehicles. Situated at 200 South 24th Street, the lot is open from 6:30am to 7pm from Monday to Thursday, from 6:30am to 6pm on Friday and from 10am to 2pm on Saturday. It is closed on Sunday. Cash is the only accepted form of payment. If you have any questions, call 215-751-2727.

Another option is Park America, specializing in the management of highly-efficient parking facilities. It operates two parking garages near the World Cafe Live. One is located at 3020 Market Street, with the contact No. of (215) 985-9987. Another one can be found at 12 South 24th Street. The contact No. is (215) 564-2382.

Park America

http://www.parkamerica.net/

The World Cafe Live daily and weekly scheduled music shows are always shown and the best place to see them is online. You can get to see all the shows that are lined up for the entire week with all the details you need such as the host and time of event. The place also has areas where you can have some special meals.

http://www.worldcafelive.com/

Types of World Cafe Live Schedules

The shows that take place at this venue are of a variety and they include music shows such as rock, hip hop, pop, classical and folk music.

World Cafe Live Tickets

The tickets for the shows are sold on a number of online sites where you can get to see the tickets being sold at the moment, those coming soon, cheap as well as VIP tickets. You can also purchase them online.

http://www.livenation.com/venue/world-cafe-live-tickets

Importance of World Cafe Live Schedule

This is just to give you a guide of what will be in show when you get to Philadelphia so you can know whether you will be able to catch your favourite show. There are also hotels in Philadelphia close to this venue for booking.

http://www.razorgator.com/tickets/venues/world-cafe-live-pa/

http://www.tripadvisor.com/Travel-g60795-d663572/Philadelphia:Pennsylvania:World.Cafe.Live.html

Being a very favorite tourist destination for its myriad tourist attractions and entertainment centers, more and more reservations are being made in hotels in Philadelphia PA and accommodations on a daily basis.

Philadelphia's World Cafe has gained a lot of popularity in recent times and you can try visiting it during your stay in Philadelphia. Before making any reservations, you should gain some information on this tourist hotspot.

Know more about the World Cafe Live Schedule

The World Cafe in Philadelphia is essentially a nationally syndicated radio program of musical content with a duration of two hours. Its origin comes from the very renowned WXPN. Taking its mark from the famous radio show of WXPN, World Cafe Live is a wonderful musical complex has a lot more to offer as a venue of musical performance. It features impressive musical acts from various parts of the world. It has a bar and restaurant and is a home of the state-of-the-art.

The shows showcase a wide range of music genres such as alt-rock, hard rock, world music, indie rock and adult album alternative. There is also a retail outlet for shopping freaks that sell CDs, ball caps and t-shirts. Die-hard music lovers can also plan a wedding here!

If you wish to find out about the World Cafe Live Schedule online, you can look for relevant material online.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Cafe

http://www.razorgator.com/tickets/venues/world-cafe-live-pa/

http://philadelphia.citysearch.com/profile/41491490/philadelphia_pa/world_cafe_live.html

Points to bear in mind while selecting a hotel near the World Cafe Live

1) The hotel should have an impressive rating on top review websites

2) It should fit your budget and requirement

3) It should not have any hidden costs

4) Should be located as close to the venue as possible

Hotels near World Cafe Live in Philadelphia

Radisson Plaza-Warwick Hotel Philadelphia

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Sheraton Philadelphia

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Hotel Sofitel

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