The REP to Premiere Tammy Ryan's SOLDIER'S HEART, 9/26-10/13
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2013
Directed by John Amplas, Soldier's Heart previews on Thursday, Sept. 26, and runs Sept. 27-Oct. 13, in the Studio Theatre at the Pittsburgh Playhouse, 222 Craft Ave. Performances are 8 p.m., Thursday - Saturday, and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2013
Directed by John Amplas, Soldier's Heart previews on Thursday, Sept. 26, and runs Sept. 27-Oct. 13, in the Studio Theatre at the Pittsburgh Playhouse, 222 Craft Ave. Performances are 8 p.m., Thursday - Saturday, and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
RUBBER DUCK BRIDGE PARTY to Launch Pittsburgh Cultural Trust's 'Festival of Firsts', 9/27
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2013
To launch the Pittsburgh International Festival of Firsts, the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust will be closing the Roberto Clemente Bridge to welcome The Rubber Duck Project to Pittsburgh and to the United States for the first time. THE RUBBER DUCK BRIDGE PARTY is set for Friday, September 27 from 5:30pm to 10:00pm.
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2013
To launch the Pittsburgh International Festival of Firsts, the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust will be closing the Roberto Clemente Bridge to welcome The Rubber Duck Project to Pittsburgh and to the United States for the first time. THE RUBBER DUCK BRIDGE PARTY is set for Friday, September 27 from 5:30pm to 10:00pm.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust to Welcome Celtic Thunder to the Benedum Center, 10/6
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2013
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust presents the award-winning group, Celtic Thunder, at the Benedum Center in Pittsburgh, PA on Sunday, October 6, 2013, at 8:00 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2013
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust presents the award-winning group, Celtic Thunder, at the Benedum Center in Pittsburgh, PA on Sunday, October 6, 2013, at 8:00 p.m.
Photo Flash: First Look at The REP's ALL MY SONS at Pittsburgh Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2013
The REP, Point Park University's professional theatre company, opens its 2013-2014 season with All My Sons, Arthur Miller's riveting story of a seemingly All-American family caught up in the struggle between personal responsibility and their duty to the nation. Directed by Robert A. Miller, All My Sons runs now through September 22 in the Rauh Theatre at the Pittsburgh Playhouse. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2013
The REP, Point Park University's professional theatre company, opens its 2013-2014 season with All My Sons, Arthur Miller's riveting story of a seemingly All-American family caught up in the struggle between personal responsibility and their duty to the nation. Directed by Robert A. Miller, All My Sons runs now through September 22 in the Rauh Theatre at the Pittsburgh Playhouse. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
City Theatre to Present 2013 Young Playwrights Festival, 10/5-6
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2013
City Theatre is pleased to present the 2013 Young Playwrights Festival, October 5 and 6 in City Theatre's Hamburg Studio. Featuring original, one-act plays written by select middle and high school playwrights from Western Pennsylvania, the annual festival showcases professional productions of six winning scripts chosen from 200 Young Playwrights Contest submissions.
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2013
City Theatre is pleased to present the 2013 Young Playwrights Festival, October 5 and 6 in City Theatre's Hamburg Studio. Featuring original, one-act plays written by select middle and high school playwrights from Western Pennsylvania, the annual festival showcases professional productions of six winning scripts chosen from 200 Young Playwrights Contest submissions.
Disney's THE LION KING Opens Tonight at Benedum Center
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2013
The Pittsburgh return of Disney's THE LION KING opens tonight, Friday, September 6 at 8:00 p.m., at the Benedum Center, for a limited engagement of four weeks through Sunday, September 29, 2013. 'Sales for Pittsburgh's third return engagement of Disney's THE LION KING are brisk, but tickets can still be purchased, with weeknights having the best availability. By the end of the four-week, 32-performance run of the blockbuster engagement, we expect to host over 80,000 people at the Benedum Center-many who will be dining out, shopping, and booking hotel stays. All together, the economic impact for Downtown Pittsburgh and the Cultural District is expected to be significant,' comments Marc Fleming, Vice President of Marketing and Communications-Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2013
The Pittsburgh return of Disney's THE LION KING opens tonight, Friday, September 6 at 8:00 p.m., at the Benedum Center, for a limited engagement of four weeks through Sunday, September 29, 2013. 'Sales for Pittsburgh's third return engagement of Disney's THE LION KING are brisk, but tickets can still be purchased, with weeknights having the best availability. By the end of the four-week, 32-performance run of the blockbuster engagement, we expect to host over 80,000 people at the Benedum Center-many who will be dining out, shopping, and booking hotel stays. All together, the economic impact for Downtown Pittsburgh and the Cultural District is expected to be significant,' comments Marc Fleming, Vice President of Marketing and Communications-Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Announces 2013-2014 Season Workshops, From Painting to Puppet Making
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2013
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces its 2013/14 Trust Arts Education Center workshops and classes. These education and community engagement events and initiatives offer low-cost-or completely free-multi-disciplinary arts attractions in the Cultural District to residents and visitors alike. Art lovers of all ages can engage with local artists and participate in a variety of hands-on and performance activities during this yearlong arts and culture program.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2013
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces its 2013/14 Trust Arts Education Center workshops and classes. These education and community engagement events and initiatives offer low-cost-or completely free-multi-disciplinary arts attractions in the Cultural District to residents and visitors alike. Art lovers of all ages can engage with local artists and participate in a variety of hands-on and performance activities during this yearlong arts and culture program.
PICT Theatre Presents the Pittsburgh Premiere of A SKULL IN CONNEMARA by Irish playwright Martin McDonagh, 9/12-28
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2013
PICT Theatre's fifth production of the season is the Pittsburgh premiere of Martin McDonagh's hilarious whodunit A Skull in Connemara, one of a the Leenane trilogy of plays written by the contemporary Irish playwright. McDonagh's dark humor features the colloquial idioms of the west of Ireland, its rugged landscape, and its even more rugged people. McDonagh wrote one of PICT's most popular shows, The Lieutenant of Inishmore. His short film Six Shooter won an Academy Award in 2006, and he was nominated for an Oscar for best original screenplay for In Bruges, a feature-length film in which two hitmen hide in the Flemish city of Bruges after a problematic job.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2013
PICT Theatre's fifth production of the season is the Pittsburgh premiere of Martin McDonagh's hilarious whodunit A Skull in Connemara, one of a the Leenane trilogy of plays written by the contemporary Irish playwright. McDonagh's dark humor features the colloquial idioms of the west of Ireland, its rugged landscape, and its even more rugged people. McDonagh wrote one of PICT's most popular shows, The Lieutenant of Inishmore. His short film Six Shooter won an Academy Award in 2006, and he was nominated for an Oscar for best original screenplay for In Bruges, a feature-length film in which two hitmen hide in the Flemish city of Bruges after a problematic job.
SAVING THE WORLD to Premiere at The GreyBox Theatre 9/13
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2013
At the Saltwater research lab in Seattle, WA, a team of scientists debate whether the discovery of a limitless food source will save or destroy the world. Based on the philosophies of Daniel Quinn, Saving the World is a mad, manic, irreverent, relentless, and hysterical absurdist comedy that questions if our culture is capable of sustaining itself, and how much our own decisions can impact the entire world.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2013
At the Saltwater research lab in Seattle, WA, a team of scientists debate whether the discovery of a limitless food source will save or destroy the world. Based on the philosophies of Daniel Quinn, Saving the World is a mad, manic, irreverent, relentless, and hysterical absurdist comedy that questions if our culture is capable of sustaining itself, and how much our own decisions can impact the entire world.
Touchstone Theatre to Present Brett Keyser in DARWINII: THE COMEUPPANCE OF MAN, 10/4
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2013
Touchstone Theatre presents guest artist Brett Keyser in the one-man show, Darwinii: The Comeuppance of Man. The show performs October 4 and 5 at 8pm at the Charles A. Brown Ice House in Bethlehem, PA in conjunction with Ice House Tonight.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2013
Touchstone Theatre presents guest artist Brett Keyser in the one-man show, Darwinii: The Comeuppance of Man. The show performs October 4 and 5 at 8pm at the Charles A. Brown Ice House in Bethlehem, PA in conjunction with Ice House Tonight.
Alan Stanford Named New Producing Artistic Director of PICT Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2013
Following an extensive search process, PICT Theatre's board of directors has appointed Alan Stanford as the company's producing artistic director. Stanford has been serving as the interim producing artistic director since February. Board president Eugene O'Sullivan said, "We were fortunate to find someone of Alan's caliber to lead this organization at a most critical time. His experience as well as his performance in the intervening months proved he was the best of all of the candidates for the job."
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2013
Following an extensive search process, PICT Theatre's board of directors has appointed Alan Stanford as the company's producing artistic director. Stanford has been serving as the interim producing artistic director since February. Board president Eugene O'Sullivan said, "We were fortunate to find someone of Alan's caliber to lead this organization at a most critical time. His experience as well as his performance in the intervening months proved he was the best of all of the candidates for the job."
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Announces 2013-2014' Know The Show Before You Go' Program
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2013
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is pleased to announce the 2013-2014 Know The Show Before You Go program schedule for the 2103-2014 PNC Broadway Across America - Pittsburgh Series. Know The Show Before You Go is hosted by Christopher Rawson, senior theater critic for KDKA-TV and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Ticket holders are invited to join Mr. Rawson and cast/company members at the Trust Arts Education Center (805-807 Liberty Avenue, 15222) on select evenings prior to PNC Broadway Across America - Pittsburgh performances. Know The Show Before You Go provides educational and background information on each of the Broadway performances, aiming to further deepen each patron's theatrical experience. PNC Broadway Across America - Pittsburgh is a presentation of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, Broadway Across America and the Pittsburgh Symphony.
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2013
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is pleased to announce the 2013-2014 Know The Show Before You Go program schedule for the 2103-2014 PNC Broadway Across America - Pittsburgh Series. Know The Show Before You Go is hosted by Christopher Rawson, senior theater critic for KDKA-TV and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Ticket holders are invited to join Mr. Rawson and cast/company members at the Trust Arts Education Center (805-807 Liberty Avenue, 15222) on select evenings prior to PNC Broadway Across America - Pittsburgh performances. Know The Show Before You Go provides educational and background information on each of the Broadway performances, aiming to further deepen each patron's theatrical experience. PNC Broadway Across America - Pittsburgh is a presentation of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, Broadway Across America and the Pittsburgh Symphony.
Pittsburgh Public Theater Announces 2013-14 'Masterpiece' Season
by Alexandra Strycula - August 29, 2013
America's most beautiful play. A drama that demolishes the stage. The musical heartbeat of Manhattan. An intimate encounter with an epic tale. Wit as dazzling as diamonds. The funniest farce of the last 50 years. Welcome to 'The Masterpiece Season,' six essential and lasting theatrical works specially chosen by Producing Artistic Director Ted Pappas to create a unique year of theatergoing in Pittsburgh Public Theater's 2013-14 season.
by Alexandra Strycula - August 29, 2013
America's most beautiful play. A drama that demolishes the stage. The musical heartbeat of Manhattan. An intimate encounter with an epic tale. Wit as dazzling as diamonds. The funniest farce of the last 50 years. Welcome to 'The Masterpiece Season,' six essential and lasting theatrical works specially chosen by Producing Artistic Director Ted Pappas to create a unique year of theatergoing in Pittsburgh Public Theater's 2013-14 season.
Touchstone Theatre Concludes First Season of Partnerships with Local Businesses
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
Touchstone Theatre is proud to announce the ending of its first successful year (2012-13) as a recipient of Education Improvement Tax Incentive monies (EITC). In partnership with Air Products, Lafayette Ambassador Bank, Capital Blue Cross, Embassy Bank, PPL and PNC Bank, Touchstone's Young Playwrights and Building Bridges educational programs helped advance literacy and the acquisition of life skills for hundreds of students in the Lehigh Valley.
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
Touchstone Theatre is proud to announce the ending of its first successful year (2012-13) as a recipient of Education Improvement Tax Incentive monies (EITC). In partnership with Air Products, Lafayette Ambassador Bank, Capital Blue Cross, Embassy Bank, PPL and PNC Bank, Touchstone's Young Playwrights and Building Bridges educational programs helped advance literacy and the acquisition of life skills for hundreds of students in the Lehigh Valley.
Throughline Theatre's SAVING THE WORLD to Open 9/13
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2013
At the Saltwater Research Center in Seattle Washington, a think-tank of the world's leading scientists has made a breakthrough discovery that could end world hunger, but they are split over whether the outcome will be the salvation of the human race or the destruction of our civilization and our planet. Relying on the decision of an initially disinterested third party, the researches debate everything from the impact of mankind on the environment, to what kind of car Satan drives, and the lengths you would go to for a taco.
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2013
At the Saltwater Research Center in Seattle Washington, a think-tank of the world's leading scientists has made a breakthrough discovery that could end world hunger, but they are split over whether the outcome will be the salvation of the human race or the destruction of our civilization and our planet. Relying on the decision of an initially disinterested third party, the researches debate everything from the impact of mankind on the environment, to what kind of car Satan drives, and the lengths you would go to for a taco.
SPANK! THE FIFTY SHADES PARODY to Play Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, 9/19-21
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2013
SPANK! The Fifty Shades Parody is the hilarious new comedy that brings all the naughty fun of the best-selling book to life. Your inner goddess will be laughing out loud with this clever re-imagining of the characters as they come alive with hysterical comedy, musical numbers, steamy performances from the leading hunk in the grey tie, plus lots of surprises! Learn more at spankshow.com.
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2013
SPANK! The Fifty Shades Parody is the hilarious new comedy that brings all the naughty fun of the best-selling book to life. Your inner goddess will be laughing out loud with this clever re-imagining of the characters as they come alive with hysterical comedy, musical numbers, steamy performances from the leading hunk in the grey tie, plus lots of surprises! Learn more at spankshow.com.
BWW Pittsburgh's Top Picks for Fall 2013
by Alexandra Strycula - August 22, 2013
As yet another summer comes to a close, back-to-school preparations have begun to migrate back to the top of many-a to-do list. In this hectic time peppered with carpool schedules, lunch-packing, and homework help, cultural pursuits may tend to fall by the wayside. BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh has thus distilled Pittsburgh's cultural offerings into a comprehensive list perfect for those on-the-go during the fast-approaching autumn season!
by Alexandra Strycula - August 22, 2013
As yet another summer comes to a close, back-to-school preparations have begun to migrate back to the top of many-a to-do list. In this hectic time peppered with carpool schedules, lunch-packing, and homework help, cultural pursuits may tend to fall by the wayside. BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh has thus distilled Pittsburgh's cultural offerings into a comprehensive list perfect for those on-the-go during the fast-approaching autumn season!
The Moth Presents ON POINT: STORIES OF BALANCING ACTS at Byham Theater Tonight
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2013
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces the fifth-annual local appearance of the New York City storytelling sensation, The Moth, tonight, August 22, 2013, 7:30 p.m., at Pittsburgh's Byham Theater.
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2013
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces the fifth-annual local appearance of the New York City storytelling sensation, The Moth, tonight, August 22, 2013, 7:30 p.m., at Pittsburgh's Byham Theater.
The REP to Open 2013-14 Season with ALL MY SONS at Pittsburgh Playhouse, Begin. 9/5
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2013
Directed by Robert A. Miller, All My Sons previews on Thursday, Sept. 5, and runs Sept. 6-22, in the Rauh Theatre at the Pittsburgh Playhouse, 222 Craft Ave. Performances are 8 p.m., Thursday - Saturday, and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2013
Directed by Robert A. Miller, All My Sons previews on Thursday, Sept. 5, and runs Sept. 6-22, in the Rauh Theatre at the Pittsburgh Playhouse, 222 Craft Ave. Performances are 8 p.m., Thursday - Saturday, and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Pittsburgh Playhouse Reveals New Website; Tickets to The REP's 2013-14 Season Now on Sale
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2013
The Web address remains www.pittsburghplayhouse.com. Designed by Pittsburgh-based Lava New Media, the website allows patrons to purchase tickets when they become available, and contains several features, including details about the 2013-2014 season, news articles and photographs.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2013
The Web address remains www.pittsburghplayhouse.com. Designed by Pittsburgh-based Lava New Media, the website allows patrons to purchase tickets when they become available, and contains several features, including details about the 2013-2014 season, news articles and photographs.
Joe Caruncho, Jr., Tony Chiroldes Set for IN THE HEIGHTS at Front Porch Theatricals, 8/23-9/1
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2013
Following a whirlwind week in May auditioning talent from Pittsburgh and New York City, Front Porch Theatricals and Carrnivale Theatrics announce their cast for their upcoming production of In the Heights. The cast of 25 hail from Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, New York, Florida, Ohio, Indiana and Pennsylvania, and includes eleven ensemble members and five principals who have roots in Pittsburgh (including nine students from Point Park University and five from Carnegie Mellon University).
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2013
Following a whirlwind week in May auditioning talent from Pittsburgh and New York City, Front Porch Theatricals and Carrnivale Theatrics announce their cast for their upcoming production of In the Heights. The cast of 25 hail from Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, New York, Florida, Ohio, Indiana and Pennsylvania, and includes eleven ensemble members and five principals who have roots in Pittsburgh (including nine students from Point Park University and five from Carnegie Mellon University).
SPANK! THE FIFTY SHADES PARODY to Return to Byham Theater, 9/19-21
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2013
SPANK! returns to the Byham Theater on Thursday, September 19, 2013 at 8:00 pm, Friday, September 20, 2013 at 8:00 p.m., and Saturday, September 21, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Tickets start at $35.50 and can be purchased at www.TrustArts.org or through the Box Office at (412) 456-6666. To purchase 10 or more tickets at discounted rates, please call (412) 471-6930. This tour is presented by Mills Entertainment and The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust as part of the Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents series.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2013
SPANK! returns to the Byham Theater on Thursday, September 19, 2013 at 8:00 pm, Friday, September 20, 2013 at 8:00 p.m., and Saturday, September 21, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Tickets start at $35.50 and can be purchased at www.TrustArts.org or through the Box Office at (412) 456-6666. To purchase 10 or more tickets at discounted rates, please call (412) 471-6930. This tour is presented by Mills Entertainment and The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust as part of the Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents series.
Full Cast Announced for 2013 Moth Mainstage Season in Pittsburgh
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
New York City storytelling sensation The Moth announces the full cast for its 2013 Moth Mainstage in Pittsburgh, with three local tellers and a popular local musician participating. Presented by Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures, the fifth-annual local appearance of The Moth Mainstage will take place Thursday, August 22, 7:30 p.m., at the Byham Theater. This is the first time The Moth Mainstage has been presented in the Cultural District, through a new partnership between Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures and the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
New York City storytelling sensation The Moth announces the full cast for its 2013 Moth Mainstage in Pittsburgh, with three local tellers and a popular local musician participating. Presented by Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures, the fifth-annual local appearance of The Moth Mainstage will take place Thursday, August 22, 7:30 p.m., at the Byham Theater. This is the first time The Moth Mainstage has been presented in the Cultural District, through a new partnership between Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures and the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.
Billy Hepfinger, Jim Hogan & More Set for PLAID TIDINGS at CLO Cabaret, Begin. 11/7
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2013
Pittsburgh CLO is pleased to announce the cast of the highly anticipated return of Plaid Tidings to the CLO Cabaret, November 7 - January 12. The cast features an exciting mix of Pittsburgh CLO veterans and newcomers to the CLO Cabaret.
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2013
Pittsburgh CLO is pleased to announce the cast of the highly anticipated return of Plaid Tidings to the CLO Cabaret, November 7 - January 12. The cast features an exciting mix of Pittsburgh CLO veterans and newcomers to the CLO Cabaret.
City Theatre to Present SISTER'S SUMMER SCHOOL CATECHISM: GOD NEVER TAKES A VACATION, 9/5-15
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2013
City Theatre celebrates the season of baseball and barbeque with Sister's Summer School Catechism: God Never Takes a Vacation, a hilarious interactive comedy featuring audience favorite Kimberly Richards. A City Events special presentation, Sister's Summer School Catechism runs in City Theatre's Hamburg Studio from September 5 to 15, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2013
City Theatre celebrates the season of baseball and barbeque with Sister's Summer School Catechism: God Never Takes a Vacation, a hilarious interactive comedy featuring audience favorite Kimberly Richards. A City Events special presentation, Sister's Summer School Catechism runs in City Theatre's Hamburg Studio from September 5 to 15, 2013.
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