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Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera Holds Auditions for Summer Season Today
by Greg Kerestan - February 06, 2014
Calling all performers- Pittsburgh's premier musical theatre company is hiring for a spectacular summer!
BWW Reviews: MADAGASCAR at Quantum Theatre
by Greg Kerestan - February 05, 2014
Quantum Theatre's mysterious memory play takes audiences to Rome and beyond in a quest for answers.
12 Peers Theater Presents Pittsburgh Premiere of UNDERNEATH THE LINTEL, Now thru 2/26
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2014
12 Peers Theater presents the Pittsburgh Premiere of Glen Berger's Underneath The Lintel. Underneath the Lintel performs today, February 5 - 26, 2014 at Pittsburgh Playwrights Theater, 937 Liberty Avenue, 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, Penn.
City Theatre to Host Book Release for Daniel Beaty's TRANSFORMING PAIN TO POWER, 2/23
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2014
City Theatre hosts a book release event for Transforming Pain to Power, a new book by award-winning actor, singer, and writer Daniel Beaty. Presented in association with Penguin Books, the free event takes place at City Theatre on Sunday, February 23, 2014 from 6-7:30pm and includes a panel discussion, presentation, and book signing.
BWW Reviews: Unique COMPANY at the Pittsburgh Public Theater
by Greg Kerestan - February 02, 2014
Bobby's coming over for dinner, but you've never seen him like this before.
Photo Flash: First Look at The REP's Pittsburgh Premiere of HEADS
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2014
The REP, Point Park University's professional theatre company, continues its compelling 2013-2014 season with the Pittsburgh premiere of EM Lewis' heart-wrenching prize-winning drama, Heads. Scroll down for photos from the production!
Kara Mikula Stars in CLO Cabaret's JUDGE JACKIE JUSTICE Musical, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2014
Pittsburgh CLO presents the WORLD PREMIERE of the hysterical original musical comedy Judge Jackie Justice, which will run tonight, January 31 through April 27 at the CLO Cabaret.
The REP Presents EM Lewis' HEADS, Now thru 2/16
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2014
The REP, Point Park University's professional theatre company, continues its compelling 2013-2014 season with the Pittsburgh premiere of EM Lewis' heart-wrenching prize-winning drama, Heads.
JUDGE JACKIE JUSTICE - A NEW MUSICAL COMEDY Debuts at CLO Cabaret Theater Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2014
Pittsburgh CLO has announced that the world premiere of Judge Jackie Justice - A New Musical Comedy will debut at the CLO Cabaret Theater today, January 30 and will run through April 27. CMU graduates Michael Kooman and Christopher Dimond are writing the musical, commissioned for the CLO's Cabaret Theater with dramaturgy by Mary Jane Brennan. The show is conceived and will be directed by Pittsburgh CLO Executive Producer Van Kaplan with choreography by Kiesha Lalama and musical direction by Michael Moricz.
Beatles Tribute Concert ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE Set for Byham Theater, 2/19
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE A Beatles Tribute Concert, will be presented by Rich Engler on Wednesday, February 19, 2014, at 7:30 p.m., at the Byham Theater. This live concert celebrates the music of the The Beatles and their first and historic appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show, on February 9, 1964. Tickets range in price from $43.75 to $63.75. To purchase tickets and for more information, visit TrustArts.org, call 412-456-6666. You can also purchase tickets in person at the Theater Square Box Office, located at 655 Penn Avenue, Downtown Pittsburgh.
ALTON BROWN LIVE! Set for Benedum Center, 2/23
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
Alton Brown, Iron Chef host and renowned television personality is taking his brand of quirky humor and culinary science on the road with the "Alton Brown Live! The Edible Inevitable Tour." Brown will appear at the Benedum Center on Sunday, February 23, 2014 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets start at $32.25 and a limited number of VIP tickets that include a meet and greet are on sale. For information and tickets: visit TrustArts.org, call 412-456-6666, or in person: Theater Square Box Office, 655 Penn Avenue. To purchase 10 or more tickets at discounted rates, please call 412-471-6930. The performance is a part of the Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents series presented by The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.
Jim Stanek and More Star in COMPANY at Pittsburgh Public Theater, Now thru 2/23
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2014
At the center of Pittsburgh Public Theater's MASTERPIECE SEASON is a brand-new staging of the musical comedy Company, directed and choreographed by Ted Pappas. With music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by George Furth, Company runs tonight, January 23 - February 23, 2014 at the O'Reilly Theater, Pittsburgh Public Theater's home in the heart of Downtown's Cultural District.
Lebanon Community Theatre Presents STEEL MAGNOLIAS, Now thru 2/2
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2014
The Lebanon Community Theatre presents 'STEEL MAGNOLIAS' as the first play of the 2014 season. Written by Robert Harling as a tribute to his sister, 'Steel Magnolias' is also about the 'community of women' who sustain one another during the best and worst times of their lives. The play, about life, death, love and friendships, will have you laughing 'through your tears' as the immensely talented cast at LCT brings the richness and depth of the characters to the stage.
Throughline Theatre Company Announces Auditions for 2014 'Morality & Divinity' Season, 2/15-16
by Alexandra Strycula - January 22, 2014
Throughline Theatre's 2014 season kicks off in June, but auditions are just under a month away! Auditions will take place on February 15th and 16th by appointment at the Grey Box Theatre in Lawrenceville.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Will Host 2014 IPAY Showcase, Now thru 1/25
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2014
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has announcde that Pittsburgh International Children's Theater will host the International Performing Arts for Youth (IPAY) Showcase being held today, January 22-25, 2014, at venues throughout Pittsburgh's downtown Cultural District.
City Theatre Presents THE MOUNTAINTOP, Now thru 2/9
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2014
City Theatre continues its 2013-2014 season with The Mountaintop by Katori Hall, a powerful and provocative reimagining of a pivotal night in DR. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s life-his last. Directed by Peter Flynn, The Mountaintop runs on City Theatre's Mainstage from tonight, January 18 to February 9, 2014, with an Opening Night performance on Friday, January 24 at 8pm.
BWW Reviews: WICKED at the Benedum Center
by Greg Kerestan - January 17, 2014
After ten years at the top of its game, Stephen Schwartz's smash musical continues to defy gravity and expectations.
MAMMA MIA! National Tour to Play Heinz Hall, 2/11-16
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2014
Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus' MAMMA MIA!, the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to Heinz Hall in February 2014. Performances begin on Tuesday, February 11 and runs through Sunday, February 16, 2014 at Heinz Hall. MAMMA MIA! is a season special, part of the 2013-2014 PNC Broadway Across America-Pittsburgh series presented by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, Pittsburgh Symphony and Broadway Across America.
The Skivvies Set for Series of Shows at City Theatre, 2/13-15
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2014
City Theatre has announced The Skivvies, a City Events special presentation featuring the musical duo's signature undie rock and comedy pop. The Skivvies will perform in City Theatre's Hamburg Studio for four shows, one weekend only, February 13-15, 2014.
WICKED Welcomes New Cast Members in Pittsburgh Including Tim Kazurinsky, Nick Adams and Jenny Florkowski
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2014
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces that the company of the first North American tour of WICKED is thrilled to welcome Tim Kazurinsky as the Wizard, Nick Adams as Fiyero and Jenny Florkowski as Nessarose on Tuesday, February 4 in Pittsburgh, PA. WICKED will return to the Benedum Center January 15 through February 9. WICKED is part of the 2013-2014 PNC Broadway Across America-Pittsburgh series, presented by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, Pittsburgh Symphony and Broadway Across America.
PITTSBURGH CULTURAL TRUST ANNOUNCES CULTURAL DISTRICT EVENTS IN CONJUNCTION WITH 'BEHIND OUR SCENES'
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2014
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces three events taking place in conjunction with the exhibition Behind Our Scenes at SPACE gallery in the Cultural District. The exhibition by five photographic artists exploring the relationship between the two-dimensional form and physical space through photographic installations and constructions is guest curated by Jen Saffron and is on view through January 26, 2014. SPACE (812 Liberty Avenue) is open during Gallery Crawl, the Trust's quarterly showcase of art and entertainment throughout the Cultural District, Friday, January 24, 5:30-9 p.m.
Future Tenant Seeks Submissions for 2014 Trespass Resdency Series
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2014
Future Tenant, a gallery and performing arts space in downtown Pittsburgh, seeks musicians, performers, and artists of all types to submit proposals for the upcoming 2014 Trespass series.
Point Park Alum Rob Ashford Scores Directors Guild Award Nomination
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2014
Point Park alumnus and Tony Award-winner Rob Ashford has received a Directors Guild Award nomination for directing The Sound of Music Live! on NBC last month.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Announces WICKED Lottery Seats Available for $25
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2014
A day-of-performance lottery for a limited number of orchestra seats will be held for WICKED, which is returning to Pittsburgh's Benedum Center January 15 through February 9. Two and one-half hours prior to each performance, people who wish to participate in the lottery must present themselves at the Box Office at Theater Square, 655 Penn Avenue, in downtown Pittsburgh. Participants will have their names placed in a lottery drum; thirty minutes later, names will be drawn for a limited number of orchestra seats at $25 each, cash only. This lottery is available only in-person at the box office, with a limit of two tickets per person. Lottery participants must have a valid photo ID when submitting their entry form and, if chosen, when purchasing tickets.
Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera Announces Auditions for Summer Season, 2/6
by Greg Kerestan - January 10, 2014
Calling all performers- Pittsburgh's premier musical theatre company is hiring for a spectacular summer!

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