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Photos: Photos From Pittsburgh Opera's Production Of THE PASSION OF MARY CARDWELL DAWSON
by A.A. Cristi - May 02, 2024


See first look photos of Pittsburgh Opera's production of ‘The Passion of Mary Cardwell Dawson’.

Pittsburgh Premiere Of SECRET HOUR Comes to Ensemble Actors Studio
by Stephi Wild - May 02, 2024


Ensemble Actors Theater will debut with Jenny Stafford's play SECRET HOUR, winner of the 2021 Next Act! New Play Summit.

City Theatre Announces THE REAL JAMES BOND...WAS DOMINICAN For 2024/2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 01, 2024


City Theatre Company has announced the complete lineup for their 50th Anniversary. DNAWORKS' production of The Real James Bond...was Dominican joins the previously announced shows to round out the five show subscription series and will be performed in the Lillie Theatre in January and February 2025.

Winners Revealed For the 18th Annual Monologue and Design Competition of the August Wilson New Voices
by Stephi Wild - May 01, 2024


The 18th Annual Monologue and Design Competition of the August Wilson New Voices program culminated in a night of celebration as thirteen student finalists from across the nation captivated audiences with their performances and designs inspired by the timeless works of August Wilson.

Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival Returns With Free Concerts and More in September
by Stephi Wild - May 01, 2024


Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival will return to the Cultural District, September 19 – 22, 2024 featuring a Free celebration along Liberty Avenue, between 10th and 7th Streets.

Cast Set For LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR & GRILL at Pittsburgh CLO
by Stephi Wild - April 30, 2024


Pittsburgh CLO has announced the full cast and creative team behind LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR & GRILL, running May 17-June 30 at the newly-renovated Greer Cabaret Theater.

Video: Get A First Look At SOUTH PACIFIC at Fulton Theatre
by Joshua Wright - April 25, 2024


Get a first look at Fulton Theater's production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's South Pacific! Check out the cast in action in this all-new video.

Baayork Lee & More Join Pittsburgh CLO 2024 Summer of Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 24, 2024


Pittsburgh CLO has unveiled the Creative Teams for the 2024 Summer of Musicals. See the productions and learn how to purchase tickets.

Cast Set For THE COFFIN MAKER World Premiere At Pittsburgh Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024


Discover the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of THE COFFIN MAKER at Pittsburgh Public Theater. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Pittsburgh Playhouse Unveils 24 – 25 Season Featuring Theatre, Dance & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024


Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point Park University has revealed the lineup for the 2024-2025 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: First Look at PMT's MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by Stephi Wild - April 22, 2024


Million Dollar Quartet is now playing through May 12th at the Gargaro Theater in Pittsburgh's West End. Check out all new photos here!

Kelly Strayhorn Theater Adopts Co-Leadership Model
by A.A. Cristi - April 18, 2024


Kelly Strayhorn Theater (KST) has announced it has adopted a co-leadership model, with former Deputy Director Melanie Paglia joining Executive Director Joseph Hall to guide the performing arts organization into its next era of regional and national growth.

Springboard Danse Relocates International Three-Week Project To Point Park
by Stephi Wild - April 17, 2024


 Point Park University has entered into a multiyear partnership with Springboard Danse to relocate its annual three-week project to Downtown Pittsburgh. The project invites a diverse cohort of professional dancers and choreographers from around the world, offering classes, workshops, creative processes, the restaging of celebrated repertory, installations, showings and pop-up performances.

Stage Right's Season Closes With JERSEY BOYS, Starring Broadway's Russell Fischer
by A.A. Cristi - April 16, 2024


Stage Right's Theatre Company concludes its 2023-2024 season with the multi-Tony Award-winning musical JERSEY BOYS, featuring Russell Fischer.

Review: News and Tunes at SUMMER THEATRE GALA at Saint Vincent Summer Theatre
by Greg Kerestan - April 15, 2024


I've posted many times about how much of an institution Saint Vincent Summer Theatre has become: you know you're going to get a slapstick farce, a Golden Age or earlier revue, and usually a musical comedy with pop oldies.

FUNNY GIRL, LIFE OF PI & More Set for 24-25 Broadway In Pittsburgh Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 15, 2024


The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has unveiled the 2024-2025 PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh season. Learn about the shows and see how to purchase tickets.

Interview: Mark Fleischer Talks Taking Down Audience Barriers at Pittsburgh CLO
by Greg Kerestan - April 15, 2024


Pittsburgh's biggest musical theatre company is making big moves to support and diversify its audience. A series of focus group encounters led Fleischer and his team to a single recurring idea: remove the barriers that prevent potential audience members from coming, and from returning, to CLO shows.

Video: Go Inside the Sitzprobe for SOUTH PACIFIC at Fulton Theatre
by Joshua Wright - April 12, 2024


Watch as the cast and orchestra of Fulton Theater's production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's South Pacific rehearse together for the first time in this all-new video.

9 TO 5 Comes to Slippery Rock University Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild - April 12, 2024


9 TO 5 comes to Slippery Rock University Theatre this month. Performances of '9 to 5' will be April 19 and 20 at 7:30pm; April 21 at 2pm in the Performing Arts Center, Miller Theater.

Pittsburgh Public Theater Presents SCOTLAND, PA State Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - April 11, 2024


Pittsburgh Public Theater has announced the state premiere of the acclaimed musical SCOTLAND, PA.

Pittsburgh Public Theater To Present Pennsylvania Premiere Of Musical Comedy SCOTLAND, PA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 11, 2024


Pittsburgh Public Theater will present the Pennsylvania premiere of the rock musical SCOTLAND, PA. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Pittsburgh CLO Announces Three New Programs To Make Theater More Family Accessible
by A.A. Cristi - April 09, 2024


Pittsburgh CLO is implementing changes to make theater more accessible for families. Discover how they're removing barriers and promoting inclusivity in the world of Broadway.

Review: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Zips Along at Pittsburgh Public Theater
by Greg Kerestan - April 05, 2024


Oscar Wilde's comedy of manners, lightly reconceived as a screwball farce, is a refreshing summer treat.

Photos: First Look At The Cast Of Pittsburgh Musical Theater MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by A.A. Cristi - April 04, 2024


Pittsburgh Musical Theater (PMT) will present the Tony Award-winning musical Million Dollar Quartet for a 4-week run at the Gargaro Theater, located 327 S Main Street in the West End. See photos of the casr. 

Pittsburgh CLO Presents Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra At The Benedum Center In June
by A.A. Cristi - April 03, 2024


Pittsburgh CLO will present JEFF GOLDBLUM & THE MILDRED SNITZER ORCHESTRA at the Benedum Center for one performance only on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at 7:30PM.


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