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The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Presents Cherish the Ladies At Byham Theater
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2010
Irish-American Celtic music sensations Cherish the Ladies return to the Byham Theater for one performance! Cherish the Ladies blends virtuosic instrumental talents, beautiful vocals, captivating original arrangements and stunning step dancing in an entertaining, humorous and lively celebration of traditional Irish culture.
Pittsburgh Public Theater Presents THE PRICE
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2010
Pittsburgh Public Theater continues its 35th season with The Price, a dynamic drama by master playwright Arthur Miller. The Price is directed by Tracy Brigden, well-known to local audiences as Artistic Director at City Theatre on Pittsburgh's South Side.
The Golden Dragon Acrobats Perform at the Byham Theater, 3/13
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2010
'The impossible can be achieved, and once achieved surpassed, then surpassed again,' raves the Associated Press. Direct from Cangzhou, Hebei province in China, the Golden Dragon Acrobats represent the best of a time honored tradition that began more than 27 centuries ago. The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust presents Golden Dragon Acrobats, for only two performances at the Byham Theater on Saturday, March 13, 2010, at 2pm and 8pm. Cohen & Grigsby is the lead sponsor of the Trust Presents series.
CAMELOT, TALLEY'S FOLLY, SUPERIOR DONUTS & More Part of Public Theater's 2010-'11 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2010
Pittsburgh Public Theater Producing Artistic Director Ted Pappas, who is currently celebrating his 10th year as the company's leader, today announced the line-up of plays for 2010/2011. The season includes a six-play subscription series, running September 30, 2010 through June 26, 2011, plus two bonus events.
Michele Pawk to Star in City Theatre's THE BLONDE, THE BRUNETTE...; Opens 5/8
by Jeff Dennhardt - March 01, 2010
Tony Award winner Michele Pawk is set to star in the upcoming production of THE BLONDE, THE BRUNETTE, AND THE VENGEFUL REDHEAD, opening at Pittsburgh's City Theatre on May 8th. The production will see Pawk take on seven different roles in the one-woman show by Robert Hewett.
Pitt Rep Presents World Premiere of ALICE, 3/24-4/3
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2010
Pitt Rep presents the World Premiere of Alice, a Darkly Fanciful Take on Lewis Carroll's Long-Adored Tale
CAMELOT, SUPERIOR DONUTS et al. to Play Pittsburgh Public Theater in '10-'11
by Samantha Jacobsen - March 01, 2010
Pittsburgh Public Theater Producing Artistic Director Ted Pappas, who is currently celebrating his 10th year as the company's leader, today announced the line-up of plays for 2010/2011. The season includes a six-play subscription series, running September 30, 2010 through June 26, 2011, plus two bonus events.
Byham Theatre Celebrates Black History Month with Ladysmith Black Mambazo 2/28
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2010
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust culminates Black History Month with its regular Showcase Noir: African American Artist and Designer Exhibit and Sale and the special presentation of Grammy-award-winning South African a cappella group Ladysmith Black Mambazo. Showcase Noir opens at 11am on Sunday, February 28, in the Byham Theater lobby. Ladysmith Black Mambazo performance closes the evening with their 7 p.m. performance in the theater. Cohen & Grigsby is the season sponsor of the 2009-2010 Trust Presents series.
University of Pittsburgh Repertory Theatre Presents A Double Feature, 2/24-2/28
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2010
The University of Pittsburgh theatre department will be presenting two student directed student-directed productions, The General of Hot Desire and Parallel Lives, beginning February 24th at the Henry Henymann Theatre. Tickets are $7-$10 and by be purchased by calling 412-624-PLAY (7529) (Monday-Friday, Noon-5 p.m.) or by visiting www.play.pitt.edu/shows/tickets.html.
XANADU Plays Final Performance at the Benedum Center, 2/28
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2010
XANADU, Broadway's Surprise hit Musical hits the Road! WINNER Best New Musical 2008- Outer Critic Circle Award, the show plays from February 23-28, 2010, at the Benedum Center.
Prime Stage Announces College Weekend 2/26-3/1
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2010
Calling all college students! Escape the winter doldrums-or start your spring break off right with a special offer from Prime Stage Theatre!
Point Park's Conservatory Theatre Company Premieres TIME AFTER TIME 2/26-28, 3/11-3/14
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2010
Point Park University's Conservatory Theatre Company is premiering the new musical Time After Time at Point Park University's Pittsburgh Playhouse Feb. 26 through Feb. 28 and March 11 through March 14.
GREASE Comes To The Benedum Center 3/9-14
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 25, 2010
The new Broadway production of the Tony Award nominated musical GREASE, comes to Pittsburgh at the Benedum Center, March 9-14, 2010.
Prime Stage Announces College Weekend 2/26-3/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 25, 2010
Calling all college students! Escape the winter doldrums-or start your spring break off right with a special offer from Prime Stage Theatre!
Yamamoto Kyogen Company to Perform at University of Pittsburgh, 3/20
by Samantha Jacobsen - February 24, 2010
The University of Pittsburgh will hold a special presentation from The Asian Studies Center (UCIS) and the Japan Society on March 20th. The Yamamoto Kyogen Company will perform two plays Tsukimi Zato (Stop in Your Tracks) and Shido Hogaku (Moon-viewing Blind Man at Charity Randall Theatre (located on the main level of the Stephen Foster) at 8pm.
University of Pittsburgh Repertory Theatre Presents A Double Feature, 2/24-2/28
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2010
The University of Pittsburgh theatre department will be presenting two student directed student-directed productions, The General of Hot Desire and Parallel Lives, beginning February 24th at the Henry Henymann Theatre. Tickets are $7-$10 and by be purchased by calling 412-624-PLAY (7529) (Monday-Friday, Noon-5 p.m.) or by visiting www.play.pitt.edu/shows/tickets.html.
XANADU Lands at The Benedum Center, 2/23-2/28
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2010
XANADU, Broadway's Surprise hit Musical hits the Road! WINNER Best New Musical 2008- Outer Critic Circle Award, the show plays from February 23-28, 2010, at the Benedum Center.
The REP's BURIED CHILD Closes 2/21
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2010
The REP's production of Buried Child at Point Park University's Pittsburgh Playhouse will close on Feb. 21.
Pittsburgh Public Theater's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Closes 2/21
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2010
Pittsburgh Public Theater's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM will close on Feb. 21, 2010 at the O'Reilly Theater, Pittsburgh Public Theater's home in the heart of Downtown's Cultural District.
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Presents Nickelodeon's STORYTIME LIVE!
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2010
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust presents Nickelodeon's Storytime Live!, a production of Nickelodeon and Broadway Across America, at the Benedum Center for six performances on February 20-21, 2010.
Prime Stage Theatre Presents TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2010
The Pittsburgh Chapter of the ALS Association and Prime Stage Theatre are teaming up for Prime Stage?s next production, 'Tuesdays With Morrie.' Written by Jeffrey Hatcher and Mitch Albom, 'Tuesdays With Morrie' is the very moving story of a man with Lou Gehrig?s Disease and his friendship with Mitch, a former student
Jones, Reddy et al. Lead City Theatre's WHEN JANUARY FEELS LIKE SUMMER
by Jeff Dennhardt - February 19, 2010
Full casting has been announced for the upcoming production of Pittsburgh's City Theatre's WHEN JANUARY FEELS LIKE SUMMER by Cori Thomas. The cast will include John Marshall Jones (Joe), Gita Reddy (Nirmala), Carter Redwood (Jeron), Joshua Elijah Reese (Devaun), and Debargo Sanyal (Ishan).
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Presents Cherish the Ladies At Byham Theater
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 19, 2010
Irish-American Celtic music sensations Cherish the Ladies return to the Byham Theater for one performance! Cherish the Ladies blends virtuosic instrumental talents, beautiful vocals, captivating original arrangements and stunning step dancing in an entertaining, humorous and lively celebration of traditional Irish culture.
August Wilson Center Appoints André Kimo Stone Guess As New President
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 18, 2010
The August Wilson Center for African American Culture today announced the appointment of André Kimo Stone Guess as its new president and chief executive officer. He succeeds Marva H. Harris, who has served as interim CEO since July 2009 and led the August Wilson Center during its grand opening in September of last year.
Pittsburgh CLO Announces Cast Of NUNSENSE
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 17, 2010
Pittsburgh CLO is proud to announce the cast and creative team for the premiere of Nunsense, which runs March 11 through June 6 at the CLO Cabaret.

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