ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA Makes PSF Debut, Plays 7/15-8/2 At Main Stage
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 29, 2009
Fueled by legend, passion for the transcendent, and the quest for power, Antony and Cleopatra makes its debut at PSF this summer. Based on the electrifying relationship between celebrated Roman warrior Mark Antony and sultry Egyptian queen Cleopatra, Antony and Cleopatra is set amidst the impending rise of the Roman Empire and its quest to control its exotic eastern frontiers.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 29, 2009
Fueled by legend, passion for the transcendent, and the quest for power, Antony and Cleopatra makes its debut at PSF this summer. Based on the electrifying relationship between celebrated Roman warrior Mark Antony and sultry Egyptian queen Cleopatra, Antony and Cleopatra is set amidst the impending rise of the Roman Empire and its quest to control its exotic eastern frontiers.
Photo Flash: 'Finian's Rainbow' At ActorsNET
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 29, 2009
Actors' NET of Bucks County's production of Finian's Rainbow runs July 10 - 26. Featuring such popular tunes as 'Look to the Rainbow,' 'Old Devil Moon' and 'How are Things In Glocca Morra,' the music is by Burton Lane and the book by E.Y. Harburg and Fred Saidy, with lyrics also by E.Y. Harburg. When the leprechaun pursues an Irishman to America after his crock of gold is stolen, bedlam ensues!
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 29, 2009
Actors' NET of Bucks County's production of Finian's Rainbow runs July 10 - 26. Featuring such popular tunes as 'Look to the Rainbow,' 'Old Devil Moon' and 'How are Things In Glocca Morra,' the music is by Burton Lane and the book by E.Y. Harburg and Fred Saidy, with lyrics also by E.Y. Harburg. When the leprechaun pursues an Irishman to America after his crock of gold is stolen, bedlam ensues!
Pitts. Public Theater Announces 09-10 Season, Runs Thru 6/27
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2009
Producing Artistic Director Ted Pappas has announced the line-up for Pittsburgh Public Theater's 09/10 season. The six-play subscription series begins October 1, 2009 and runs through June 27, 2010. 'Our audiences will experience a season of infinite variety,' Pappas said. 'Included are Shakespeare's best-loved play, a musical about the greatest jazz singer of all time, and a ferocious tour-de-force starring a great actress. Add to that a British comic masterpiece from a living genius and friend, a Pulitzer Prize-winning romantic comedy by an American treasure, and a sweet surprise as the finale. This season has it all,' he said. In addition, The Public will present two special engagements.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2009
Producing Artistic Director Ted Pappas has announced the line-up for Pittsburgh Public Theater's 09/10 season. The six-play subscription series begins October 1, 2009 and runs through June 27, 2010. 'Our audiences will experience a season of infinite variety,' Pappas said. 'Included are Shakespeare's best-loved play, a musical about the greatest jazz singer of all time, and a ferocious tour-de-force starring a great actress. Add to that a British comic masterpiece from a living genius and friend, a Pulitzer Prize-winning romantic comedy by an American treasure, and a sweet surprise as the finale. This season has it all,' he said. In addition, The Public will present two special engagements.
RESPECT Gets 2nd Full-Month Extension, Additional 24 Performances Through 8/2
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 26, 2009
Audiences can't get enough of Respect! With sell-outs continuing, Act II Playhouse has announced an unprecedented second full-month extension for its high-energy musical, Respect: A Musical Journey of Women. An additional 24 performances of Respect have been added July 8 through Aug. 2, bringing the total number of shows in this incredible run to 72.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 26, 2009
Audiences can't get enough of Respect! With sell-outs continuing, Act II Playhouse has announced an unprecedented second full-month extension for its high-energy musical, Respect: A Musical Journey of Women. An additional 24 performances of Respect have been added July 8 through Aug. 2, bringing the total number of shows in this incredible run to 72.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Celebrates 25th Anniversary With Special Gallery Crawl 7/17
by Ali Leskowitz - June 26, 2009
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust celebrates its 25th anniversary with 25 different Gallery Crawl locations on Friday, July 17, 2009, from 5:30-9 p.m.
by Ali Leskowitz - June 26, 2009
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust celebrates its 25th anniversary with 25 different Gallery Crawl locations on Friday, July 17, 2009, from 5:30-9 p.m.
ABBA Tribute Band Waterloo Brings Tour To Benedum Center Stage 9/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 25, 2009
Take a chance on ABBA, The Music! The world's number one ABBA tribute band, Waterloo, brings its internationally-acclaimed tour back to the U.S. on Wednesday, September 9, 2009, 7:30 p.m. to the Benedum Center stage.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 25, 2009
Take a chance on ABBA, The Music! The world's number one ABBA tribute band, Waterloo, brings its internationally-acclaimed tour back to the U.S. on Wednesday, September 9, 2009, 7:30 p.m. to the Benedum Center stage.
Bristol Riverside Theatre Hosts 4th Annual Jazz Weekend 7/31-8/2
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 25, 2009
Bristol Riverside Theatre will host its 4th Annual Jazz Weekend from July 31 through August 2. This year's Jazz Weekend features performances from Warren Oree & The Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble, the Eric Mintel Quartet, and guitarists Jack Wilkins and Howard Alden.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 25, 2009
Bristol Riverside Theatre will host its 4th Annual Jazz Weekend from July 31 through August 2. This year's Jazz Weekend features performances from Warren Oree & The Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble, the Eric Mintel Quartet, and guitarists Jack Wilkins and Howard Alden.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Begins 25th Anniversary Celebration 7/17, 7/18
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 24, 2009
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust kicks off its 25th anniversary on Friday, July 17, and Saturday, July 18, 2009. The weekend includes a series of special events and projects to mark the Trust's work in transforming Downtown Pittsburgh from a blighted neighborhood into a nationally recognized model of urban transformation through the arts. The celebration will continue throughout the fall, culminating with The Cultural Trust's First Night Pittsburgh on December 31, 2009.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 24, 2009
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust kicks off its 25th anniversary on Friday, July 17, and Saturday, July 18, 2009. The weekend includes a series of special events and projects to mark the Trust's work in transforming Downtown Pittsburgh from a blighted neighborhood into a nationally recognized model of urban transformation through the arts. The celebration will continue throughout the fall, culminating with The Cultural Trust's First Night Pittsburgh on December 31, 2009.
Backstage Bar Announces July Music & Cabaret Events
by Ali Leskowitz - June 24, 2009
Backstage Bar announces July events with cabaret at Theater Square. Backstage Bar is a project of The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, located in Theater Square at 655 Penn Avenue. Hours are Tuesday-Thursday, 5 p.m. - midnight; Friday, 5 p.m. - 1 a.m.; Saturday, 5 p.m.-2 a.m.; Sunday, noon - 6 p.m.; closed on Monday. There is no cover charge and happy hour is 9-11pm. The perfect meeting place-open to the public!
by Ali Leskowitz - June 24, 2009
Backstage Bar announces July events with cabaret at Theater Square. Backstage Bar is a project of The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, located in Theater Square at 655 Penn Avenue. Hours are Tuesday-Thursday, 5 p.m. - midnight; Friday, 5 p.m. - 1 a.m.; Saturday, 5 p.m.-2 a.m.; Sunday, noon - 6 p.m.; closed on Monday. There is no cover charge and happy hour is 9-11pm. The perfect meeting place-open to the public!
BIG PINK GREATEST HITS WORLD TOUR Returns To Benedum Center 10/5, 10/6
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 24, 2009
The Australian Pink Floyd returns to the Benedum Center with their biggest show yet, BIG PINK GREATEST HITS WORLD TOUR 2009, for two nights due to popular demand: Monday, October 5, and Tuesday, October 6, 2009, at 8 p.m.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 24, 2009
The Australian Pink Floyd returns to the Benedum Center with their biggest show yet, BIG PINK GREATEST HITS WORLD TOUR 2009, for two nights due to popular demand: Monday, October 5, and Tuesday, October 6, 2009, at 8 p.m.
Les Miserables Comes To Pittsburgh 7/7-7/19 At The Benedum Center
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 23, 2009
Experience a timeless story of revolution and love when Pittsburgh CLO presents the smash-hit musical Les Misérables for the first time, July 7 through July 19 at the Benedum Center in the heart of Pittsburgh's Cultural District. Currently the longest-running musical in history, Les Misérables has been seen by more than 54 million people around the world.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 23, 2009
Experience a timeless story of revolution and love when Pittsburgh CLO presents the smash-hit musical Les Misérables for the first time, July 7 through July 19 at the Benedum Center in the heart of Pittsburgh's Cultural District. Currently the longest-running musical in history, Les Misérables has been seen by more than 54 million people around the world.
Point Park Univ. Students Launch Carrnivale Theatrics, Stage SWEENEY TODD 7/16
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 23, 2009
Point Park University junior musical theatre majors Maggie Carr and Justin Fortunato, along with Duquesne University major Bob Neumeyer, recently founded Carrnivale Theatrics, a group of music and theatre majors from local schools who are pooling their talent to raise money for charity. They will stage Sweeney Todd as their premiere production at the New Hazlett Theater, July 16 - 18, 2009. Proceeds benefit the Pittsburgh affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 23, 2009
Point Park University junior musical theatre majors Maggie Carr and Justin Fortunato, along with Duquesne University major Bob Neumeyer, recently founded Carrnivale Theatrics, a group of music and theatre majors from local schools who are pooling their talent to raise money for charity. They will stage Sweeney Todd as their premiere production at the New Hazlett Theater, July 16 - 18, 2009. Proceeds benefit the Pittsburgh affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Presents 'Midsummer Night's Dream' 7/8 - 8/2
by Reynard Loki - June 22, 2009
The course of true love never did run smooth, Lysander tells his distraught lover Hermia at the beginning of A Midsummer Night?s Dream. Mischief, mayhem, moonbeams, and magic potions abound as four young Athenian lovers encounter more than they imagined possible in one of Shakespeare?s best known romantic comedies.
by Reynard Loki - June 22, 2009
The course of true love never did run smooth, Lysander tells his distraught lover Hermia at the beginning of A Midsummer Night?s Dream. Mischief, mayhem, moonbeams, and magic potions abound as four young Athenian lovers encounter more than they imagined possible in one of Shakespeare?s best known romantic comedies.
TOMMY The Rock Opera Comes To York Little Theatre 7/17-26
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 22, 2009
York Little Theatre will present the rock opera, Tommy, July 17 - 26, 2009. Written by The Who's Pete Towshend and Des McAnuff, Tommy first premiered on Broadway in April of 1993 and ran for 899 performances. It won 5 Tony awards including Best Original Score, and 6 Drama Desk Awards including Outstanding Orchestrations.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 22, 2009
York Little Theatre will present the rock opera, Tommy, July 17 - 26, 2009. Written by The Who's Pete Towshend and Des McAnuff, Tommy first premiered on Broadway in April of 1993 and ran for 899 performances. It won 5 Tony awards including Best Original Score, and 6 Drama Desk Awards including Outstanding Orchestrations.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Presents Pittsburgh Pundits Featuring Dr. Wecht 6/20
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2009
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces a special edition of the unique & irreverent political commentary show, Pittsburgh Pundits. For more information regarding this event, please contact Randy Kirk at 412-325-6766, or at kirk@pgharts.org. Theater Square, 655 Penn Avenue. Saturday, June 20, 2009, doors open at 10pm, event at 10:30pm. $5.00 at the door, or free with ticket stub from any earlier show downtown (while seats last).
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2009
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces a special edition of the unique & irreverent political commentary show, Pittsburgh Pundits. For more information regarding this event, please contact Randy Kirk at 412-325-6766, or at kirk@pgharts.org. Theater Square, 655 Penn Avenue. Saturday, June 20, 2009, doors open at 10pm, event at 10:30pm. $5.00 at the door, or free with ticket stub from any earlier show downtown (while seats last).
Pittsburgh CLO Presents SWING! 6/20-26 At The Bedum Center
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2009
Come give your happy feet a chance and jump, jive and wail at Pittsburgh CLO's production of Swing!, playing June 20 through 26 at the Benedum Center in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2009
Come give your happy feet a chance and jump, jive and wail at Pittsburgh CLO's production of Swing!, playing June 20 through 26 at the Benedum Center in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District.
Pittsburgh CLO To Hold Auditions For FOREVER PLAID 7/12
by Reynard Loki - June 19, 2009
Pittsburgh CLO?s is set to hold auditions for its production of Forever Plaid. Auditions are set for July 12th from 12:00pm - 8:00pm (by appointment). Auditions will be held at Pittsburg CLO Academy of Music Theater (Penn Avenue Place, 130 CLO Academy Way, 9th Floor, Downtown Pittsburgh).
by Reynard Loki - June 19, 2009
Pittsburgh CLO?s is set to hold auditions for its production of Forever Plaid. Auditions are set for July 12th from 12:00pm - 8:00pm (by appointment). Auditions will be held at Pittsburg CLO Academy of Music Theater (Penn Avenue Place, 130 CLO Academy Way, 9th Floor, Downtown Pittsburgh).
Photo Flash: Pittsburgh CLO Presents SWING! 6/20-26 At The Bedum Center
by Reynard Loki - June 19, 2009
Come give your happy feet a chance and jump, jive and wail at Pittsburgh CLO's production of Swing!, playing June 20 through 26 at the Benedum Center in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District.
by Reynard Loki - June 19, 2009
Come give your happy feet a chance and jump, jive and wail at Pittsburgh CLO's production of Swing!, playing June 20 through 26 at the Benedum Center in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District.
OVER THE TAVERN Brings The Laughs To Mountain Playhouse 6/30-7/12
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 18, 2009
The comedy about growing up Catholic in the 1950's, which runs June 30 - July12 at the Mountain Playhouse, is just what the doctor ordered for summer fun. Set in Buffalo, New York, Over the Tavern takes us back to the Eisenhower era of the 1950's and introduces us to the Pazinski family (Mom, Dad and their four children: Eddie, Annie, Georgie and the hero of the tale, 12-year-old Rudy) who live over the bar they own.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 18, 2009
The comedy about growing up Catholic in the 1950's, which runs June 30 - July12 at the Mountain Playhouse, is just what the doctor ordered for summer fun. Set in Buffalo, New York, Over the Tavern takes us back to the Eisenhower era of the 1950's and introduces us to the Pazinski family (Mom, Dad and their four children: Eddie, Annie, Georgie and the hero of the tale, 12-year-old Rudy) who live over the bar they own.
NYU's Tisch School Of The Arts Pledges Support For The 1st Annual Jimmy Awards
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 16, 2009
Nederlander Presentations, Inc., and Pittsburgh CLO, co-producers and founding partners of The National High School Musical Theater Awards, are pleased to announce that, as part of its sponsorship of the 2009 National High School Musical Theater Awards, the Department of Drama at NYU Tisch School of the Arts will provide the opportunity for four-year scholarship assistance to the winners and finalists of The Jimmy Award for Best Performance by an Actress and Best Performance by an Actor.*
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 16, 2009
Nederlander Presentations, Inc., and Pittsburgh CLO, co-producers and founding partners of The National High School Musical Theater Awards, are pleased to announce that, as part of its sponsorship of the 2009 National High School Musical Theater Awards, the Department of Drama at NYU Tisch School of the Arts will provide the opportunity for four-year scholarship assistance to the winners and finalists of The Jimmy Award for Best Performance by an Actress and Best Performance by an Actor.*
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Presents Pittsburgh Pundits Featuring Dr. Wecht 6/20
by Ali Leskowitz - June 16, 2009
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces a special edition of the unique & irreverent political commentary show, Pittsburgh Pundits. For more information regarding this event, please contact Randy Kirk at 412-325-6766, or at kirk@pgharts.org. Theater Square, 655 Penn Avenue. Saturday, June 20, 2009, doors open at 10pm, event at 10:30pm. $5.00 at the door, or free with ticket stub from any earlier show downtown (while seats last).
by Ali Leskowitz - June 16, 2009
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces a special edition of the unique & irreverent political commentary show, Pittsburgh Pundits. For more information regarding this event, please contact Randy Kirk at 412-325-6766, or at kirk@pgharts.org. Theater Square, 655 Penn Avenue. Saturday, June 20, 2009, doors open at 10pm, event at 10:30pm. $5.00 at the door, or free with ticket stub from any earlier show downtown (while seats last).
Cosmopolitan Pittsburgh 2009 Rooftop Party Celebrates PCT's Impact On Downtown
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 16, 2009
Everything you need to mix up a spectacular night takes place high above the city streets in the heart of Pittsburgh's Cultural District. Enjoy a beautiful summer evening while celebrating the 25th anniversary of The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and its impact on the Downtown landscape, at Cosmopolitan Pittsburgh.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 16, 2009
Everything you need to mix up a spectacular night takes place high above the city streets in the heart of Pittsburgh's Cultural District. Enjoy a beautiful summer evening while celebrating the 25th anniversary of The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and its impact on the Downtown landscape, at Cosmopolitan Pittsburgh.
HONUS & ME Plays Mountain Playhouse In Jennerstown 6/16-28
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2009
The next show at the Mountain Playhouse in Jennerstown is billed as a show the entire family will enjoy. Honus & Me, a play by Steven Dietz adapted from the book by Dan Gutman, tells the story of little league player Joey Stoshack who finds the most valuable baseball card in the world, the T-206 Honus Wagner - while cleaning out an elderly neighbors attic.
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2009
The next show at the Mountain Playhouse in Jennerstown is billed as a show the entire family will enjoy. Honus & Me, a play by Steven Dietz adapted from the book by Dan Gutman, tells the story of little league player Joey Stoshack who finds the most valuable baseball card in the world, the T-206 Honus Wagner - while cleaning out an elderly neighbors attic.
The Australian Pink Floyd Returns To The Benedum Center 10/5
by Reynard Loki - June 15, 2009
The Australian Pink Floyd returns to the Benedum Center with their biggest show yet, Big Pink Greatest Hits World Tour2009, for one night only Monday, October 5, 2009, at 8 p.m. The new tour features music from Wish You Were Here, Animals, Dark Side of the Moon, The Wall and more. In December 2007, The Australian Pink Floyd Show Dark Side of the Moon played the Benedum Center to a sell-out crowd. The Australian Pink Flood also launched The Wall tour in October 2008, selling it out as well.
by Reynard Loki - June 15, 2009
The Australian Pink Floyd returns to the Benedum Center with their biggest show yet, Big Pink Greatest Hits World Tour2009, for one night only Monday, October 5, 2009, at 8 p.m. The new tour features music from Wish You Were Here, Animals, Dark Side of the Moon, The Wall and more. In December 2007, The Australian Pink Floyd Show Dark Side of the Moon played the Benedum Center to a sell-out crowd. The Australian Pink Flood also launched The Wall tour in October 2008, selling it out as well.
Photo Flash: Pittsburgh CLO Presents SWING! 6/20-26 At The Bedum Center
by Reynard Loki - June 15, 2009
Come give your happy feet a chance and jump, jive and wail at Pittsburgh CLO's production of Swing!, playing June 20 through 26 at the Benedum Center in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District.
by Reynard Loki - June 15, 2009
Come give your happy feet a chance and jump, jive and wail at Pittsburgh CLO's production of Swing!, playing June 20 through 26 at the Benedum Center in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District.
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Wicked
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An Evening with The Young Fables (Laurel Wright and Wes Lunsford)
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The Music Man
Lexington Opera House (2/20 - 2/22) | |
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Menopause the Musical 2: Cruising Through ''The Change''
Lexington Opera House (2/28 - 2/28) | |
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Jesus Christ Superstar
The Strand Theater (3/27 - 4/4) | |
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Pittsburgh Jazz Legacy: A Concert Celebrating the Spirit of Freedom House
New Hazlett Theater (1/26 - 1/26) | |
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Brad Williams at Byham Theater
Byham Theater (5/29 - 5/29) | |
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