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The latest news on live theatre in Pittsburgh from Broadway shows on tour to regional theatre.

Point Park Offers 10% Discount On Summer Camps
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2025
Point Park University's popular summer camps and pre-college intensives are open for early registration, offering a 10% holiday early bird discount until January 12, 2026 for tuition-based camps.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh Awards; THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
THEATRE LOVES JAZZ to Celebrate The Spirit Of Pittsburgh's Historic Freedom House
by BWW News Desk - December 26, 2025
Get ready for an evening of epic jazz and landmark local history when MCG Jazz and Prime Stage Theatre present 'Pittsburgh Jazz Legacy: A Concert Celebrating the Spirit of Freedom House'.
Louisa May Alcott's LITTLE WOMEN Sets Box Office Records at the City Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2025
City Theatre’s recently completed production of Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women, written by Lauren Gunderson and directed by Kaja Dunn, set box office sales records following its run.
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh Awards; Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 22, 2025
We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Pittsburgh Public Theater Announces New Dollar Bank Lobby Series
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
Pittsburgh Public Theater has announced the launch of a new community-centered series designed to activate the Downtown Penn Avenue corridor and the lobby of the O'Reilly Theater with increased activity throughout the week.
Kelly Strayhorn Theater Unveils Winter/Spring 2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
Kelly Strayhorn Theater will present its Winter/Spring 2026 season in East Liberty as part of its 25th anniversary year. Programming will include performances, workshops, exhibitions, and community events centered on Black and queer artistic practices and civic engagement.
Video: A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL at Pittsburgh CLO
by Joshua Wright - December 17, 2025
Get a first look at Pittsburgh CLO's 33rd annual staging of A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL from December 13–23, 2025, at the Byham Theater.
ROMERO & JULIET World Premiere Opens At The Greer Cabaret Theatre In February
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2025
Matt Kontur and Makayla Wynn will star as the titular characters in the world premiere of the new zombie rock musical ROMERO & JULIET. The show will open at The Greer Cabaret Theatre in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in February on Friday the 13th and conclude its limited engagement with two additional shows on Valentine's Day
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh Awards; ANASTASIA: THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 15, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh Awards; The Geyer Performing Arts Center Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 08, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 10
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2025
Earlier this week, BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 10 performers in both age groups. The Top 10 includes...
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre to Premiere New Version of THE NUTCRACKER in 2027
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2025
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre will debut an all-new production of The Nutcracker in December 2027. This is an opportunity for both PBT and for Pittsburgh audiences to experience an updated adaptation of this cherished holiday tradition. 
Review: FRONT PORCH CABARET Announces its Biggest Get Yet at Front Porch Theatricals
by Greg Kerestan - December 03, 2025
The only constant is change, as anyone will tell you, and Front Porch Theatricals has always epitomized that. Other than knowing their shows are going to be good, you could go in knowing everything or nothing (more often nothing) about their curated picks and walk out satisfied.
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh Awards; THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 01, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
THE NUTCRACKER Opens at Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre This Week
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT)’s magical, time-honored holiday tradition, The Nutcracker, will open on December 5, 2025, at the Benedum Center. Learn more about the show here!
Review: LES MISERABLES Makes a Triumphant Return at Benedum Center
by Greg Kerestan - November 29, 2025
Amazingly, some things never DO go out of style.
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh Awards
by BWW Awards - November 25, 2025
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh Awards. The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Point Park University Launches Accelerated B.F.A. in Performance and Creative Industries
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Point Park University’s School of Theatre, Film and Animation, part of the nationally recognized Conservatory of Performing Arts (COPA), has announced the launch of its Accelerated B.F.A. in Performance and Creative Industries.
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 15
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 15 performers in both age groups. The Top 15 includes...
Watch: Next On Stage's High School & College Top 15 Revealed
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2025
Who will make the Top 15 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, November 21 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out!
City Theatre Reveals Cast And Creative Team For HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2025
City Theatre has announced casting and creative team details for its upcoming revival of HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, presented in partnership with the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.
Pittsburgh CLO Unveils Cast For The 33rd Annual A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2025
Pittsburgh CLO has confirmed casting for the 33rd annual production of A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL, which will run December 13–23, 2025, at the Byham Theater.
City Theatre Extends Lauren Gunderson’s LITTLE WOMEN
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2025
City Theatre in Pittsburgh will extend its Rolling World Premiere of Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women by Lauren Gunderson through December 13. Directed by Kaja Dunn.
Prime Stage Theatre To Premiere FREEDOM HOUSE: GIVING LIFE A SECOND CHANCE In January 2026
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2025
Prime Stage Theatre will premiere Freedom House: Giving Life a Second Chance from January 23 to February 1, 2026, at the New Hazlett Theater in Pittsburgh.

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Byham Theater (5/29 - 5/29)
Kinky Boots in Pittsburgh Kinky Boots
Lyell B Clay Concert Theatre (3/9 - 3/9)
Freedom House: Giving Life a Second Chance in Pittsburgh Freedom House: Giving Life a Second Chance
Prime Stage Theatre (1/23 - 2/1)
The Music Man in Pittsburgh The Music Man
Lexington Opera House (2/20 - 2/22)
Annie in Pittsburgh Annie
Pittsburgh Musical Theater (2/19 - 3/1)
Jesus Christ Superstar in Pittsburgh Jesus Christ Superstar
The Strand Theater (3/27 - 4/4)
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