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Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Presents THE SLEEPING BEAUTY as its 2022-23 Season Finale
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2023
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) will perform the majestic, family-friendly ballet The Sleeping Beauty as its 2022-23 season finale May 19-21st.  This magnificent ballet will be staged at the Benedum Center with the Tchaikovsky score performed live by the PBT Orchestra. 
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Comes to the Benedum Center
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2023
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has announced, as part of the 2022-2023 Pittsburgh Dance Council season, the world-renowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will perform at the Benedum Center, (237 7th Street, Cultural District) for one-night only on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. This event is presented by the Pittsburgh Dance Council and BNY Mellon. 
Pittsburgh Shakespeare In The Parks Opens 19th Season This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2023
PSiP's 19th season opens with the 10th Annual Week of Will in April featuring staged readings of two comedies, Twelfth Night and the premiere of Shakespeare: First Drafts by Charles David 'Stoney' Richards.
PITTSBURGH SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARKS Opens 19th Season On The Bard's Birthday, April 23
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2023
Pittsburgh Shakespeare in the Parks celebrates 19th Season with Twelfth Night, a new comedy, and puppet slam during 10th Week of Will Cleopatra and Antony plays Pittsburgh parks in September PSiP's 19th season opens with the 10th Annual Week of Will in April featuring staged readings of two comedies, Twelfth Night and the premiere of Shakespeare: First Drafts by Charles David 'Stoney' Richards.
Free Music Lineup Comes to 2023 Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2023
The sounds of summertime in Pittsburgh return to the Cultural District, June 2-11, as the Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival, a production of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, welcomes hundreds of thousands of guests and artists for 10 days of free art and music.
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Announces WONDERS AND CURIOSITIES AWAIT: 2023-2024 LIBERTY MAGIC SEASON
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2023
Liberty Magic is keeping the art of conjuring alive and well in Pittsburgh with another astonishing season of mystery, magic, and wonder.
World Premieres & More to Complete Pittsburgh Public Theater 2023/2024 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2023
Pittsburgh Public Theater has announced the remaining four titles of the 2023/2024 season at The Public, including world premieres, exciting adaptations and stories from Broadway stars.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN Comes to the Benedum Center in May
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2023
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, part of the 2022-2023 PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh series, presents DEAR EVAN HANSEN, May 2-7, 2023, on stage at the Benedum Center, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. 
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center Presents The Take Center Stage Gala in May
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2023
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center invites you to join us for a special celebration as we forge ahead with purpose, ascending to Higher Ground in the spirit of Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright, August Wilson. The Take Center Stage Gala will take place on May 6, 2023, at the Westin Hotel, with proceeds supporting AWAACC's arts and education programming.
Mandy Patinkin to Bring BEING ALIVE Tour to Pittsburgh CLO in May
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2023
Pittsburgh CLO will present Broadway’s master song man, Mandy Patinkin, accompanied by Adam Ben-David on piano, in his newest theatre concert Mandy Patinkin in Concert: BEING ALIVE, at Point Park University’s Pittsburgh Playhouse.
Review: TINA Rocks and Rolls Down the River at Benedum Center
by Greg Kerestan - April 08, 2023
This jukebox rocker may not be 'simply the best' in the genre, but its energy and surreal touches make it stand out from the pack.
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Announces Spring Gallery Crawl In The Cultural District, April 28
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2023
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces the spring Gallery Crawl in the Cultural District on Friday, April 28, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. to Midnight.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's The Masters Program: BALANCHINE AND BEYOND With The PBT Orchestra Opens April 14
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2023
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's (PBT) premiere of The Masters Program: Balanchine and Beyond will open on Friday, April 14 at 7:30 p.m. at the Benedum Center.
City Theatre Presents the Rolling World Premiere Of AMERICAN FAST
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2023
City Theatre has announced the final production of their 2022/2023 season, Kareem Fahmy's American Fast directed by Jennifer Chang, which runs from April 29 to May 21 on the City Theatre Main Stage.  
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center Hosts A TASTE OF THE AMERICAN CENTURY
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2023
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center has announced the final event of the first season of Beyond the Red Door, a unique experiential event series that expands on the permanent exhibition August Wilson: The Writer's Landscape. The event, titled “A Taste of the American Century,” will take place on Wednesday, April 26th at 5:30 pm in the transformed AWAACC café.
RENFIELD and Other Dracula Films Are Showing at The Harris Theater in April
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2023
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has announced the debut of the popular, soon to be released film Renfield showing at the Harris Theater April 13 – 27. Directed by Chris McKay and featuring Oscar winner Nicolas Cage and the incredibly talented Nicholas Hoult, Renfield is a modern tale of Dracula's loyal servant and his adventures as he works for history's most narcissistic boss.  
Resonance Works Presents Bach's B Minor Mass
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2023
Resonance Works's tenth anniversary season continues this spring with Bach's profound Mass in B Minor. This spectacular masterwork, representing the culmination of Bach's colossal musical legacy, will be performed at three iconic religious spaces around Pittsburgh.
Constructed Sight Dance Film Festival to Be Held Beginning This Month
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2023
Shana Simmons Dance will present the 2nd annual Constructed Sight Dance Film Festival (CSDFF). This festival is historically the only dance film festival ever presented in Pittsburgh. With a strong history of filmmaking in the Pittsburgh community, SSD is excited to bring back international artists to the Pittsburgh screen. CSDFF also features SSD company members' dance film shorts blending public works of art around Pittsburgh with dance on film.
BILLY STRAYHORN: SOMETHING TO LIVE FOR World Premiere Set for Pittsburgh Public Theater 2023-24 Fall Season
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2023
Pittsburgh Public Theater has announced the 2023/2024 season, “Ever Up & Onward,” live on Wednesday to a delighted pre-show audience at the O’Reilly Theater.
Student Blog: Sight Reading with a Time Crunch
by Student Blogger: Katelyn Kruszewski - March 22, 2023
Someone may not be able to do their part and you may need to step in. That is the joy and horror of live productions. This happened during my last jazz performance, one of our altos couldn’t make it to the concert and I had to learn their part. Here's my guide to making sight reading a little less scary.
Student Blog: How to Get Through the Semester
by Student Blogger: Katelyn Kruszewski - March 22, 2023
As I near the end of the semester and quickly approach my last semester at Pitt, I’m reflecting on my experiences and the tools that have helped me to get through college. It certainly hasn’t been the easiest experience given the global pandemic thing, but I think it has definitely made me a better person.
Hiawatha Project To Present BUOYANT SEA As Part of the EQT International Children's Theater Festival, May 19-21
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
HIAWATHA PROJECT in partnership with THE PITTSBURGH CULTURAL TRUST presents a world premiere immersive “water-table-play” BUOYANT SEA as a part of the EQT International Children's Theater Festival May 19-21 alongside works from Australia, Japan, Madagascar and more!
Chatham Baroque Presents THE JOY OF BACH, April 22 and 23
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
April 22 and 23, Chatham Baroque will perform in The Joy of Bach, a concert honoring the late Bach scholar Don O. Franklin, whose contributions to the performance and scholarship of Bach left indelible marks on Pittsburgh and the early music community at large. Chatham Baroque will be joined by some of Franklin's favorite collaborators for this musical homage.
Jackson Browne Brings 2023 Summer Tour To Benedum Center, June 4
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
Singer-songwriter Jackson Browne announces a 2023 summer tour with dates running from June through early August, performing songs spanning the length of his career. General tickets go on sale Friday, March 24, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. local time.
Steve Martin And Martin Short Will Bring 'You Won't Believe What They Look Like Today!' Tour To Pittsburgh
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
Steve Martin and Martin Short are heading back out on the road and will bring their “You Won't Believe What They Look Like Today!” tour to the Benedum Center on Friday, September 15 and 16, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. The legendary comedians will be joined by special guests Jeff Babko and the Steep Canyon Rangers.

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