
WHYY Presents Pete Souza: Portrait of a Presidency
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Description
This event is still scheduled for Thursday, February 8, with a delayed start time of 7:45 p.m. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. If you are driving, we recommend parking west of Broad Street in a PPA lot. If you are taking public transportation, please allow extra time to arrive at the theater. More information about the Eagles Superbowl Parade earlier on Thursday can be found here.
Former Chief Official White House Photographer Pete Souza has compiled more than 300 iconic photographs in his latest bestseller, Obama: An Intimate Portrait. Souza himself will take us on a journey through these unforgettable moments, from President Obama and his advisors in the Situation Room to the President spending time with his family in the White House. Regardless of which side of the aisle you sit on, this book is a historic yet intimate look at the presidency.
A signed copy of Obama: An Intimate Portrait is included in each ticket.
Listen to Souza's interview on Fresh Air with Terry Gross here.
Proceeds from this event support WHYY programs and services.
Agenda
6:00 p.m. – Doors open
7:45 p.m. – Opening remarks
7:55 p.m. – Presentation
8:45 p.m. – Q&A
9:00 p.m. – End
Bio
Pete Souza
Pete Souza was the Chief Official White House Photographer for Presidents Reagan and Obama and the Director of the White House Photo Office. Previously Souza was an Assistant Professor of Photojournalism at Ohio University, the national photographer for the Chicago Tribune, a freelancer for National Geographic, and an Official White House Photographer for President Reagan. His books include the New York Times bestseller The Rise of Barack Obama, which documents the president's meteoric ascent from his first day in the United States Senate through the 2008 Pennsylvania presidential primary. Souza is currently a freelance photographer based in Washington, D.C. and is a Professor Emeritus at Ohio University's School of Visual Communication.
FAQ
What are my parking options?
On-site parking is available at the LAZ lot located next to the Suzanne Roberts Theatre. Additional parking is also available at nearby garages along Broad Street.
What are my public transportation options?
The theater is easily accessible by SEPTA’s Route C bus and Broad Street Line (Walnut/Locust or Lombard/South stations), as well as PATCO (15th/16th Street station).
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No, your name will be on the registration list at the door.
Is there a dress code?
No.
Will this event be broadcast?
No.
What's the refund policy?
Tickets, donations and memberships are non-refundable. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this event or other WHYY events, please contact Member and Audience Services at memberservices@whyy.org or call at 215-351-0511, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
What if my question isn’t answered here?
Please contact Member and Audience Services at memberservices@whyy.org or call at 215-351-0511, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.