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Review: Pittsburgh CLO's INTO THE WOODS Restores the Weirdness at Benedum Center

Review: Pittsburgh CLO's INTO THE WOODS Restores the Weirdness at Benedum Center

by Greg Kerestan — June 30, 2023
Forty years of productions and a Disney movie have made the show cuddly, but this CLO production restores the weirdness and wackiness at the show's edges.
AWAACC Strengthens Leadership Team With New Appointments

AWAACC Strengthens Leadership Team With New Appointments

by BWW News Desk — June 29, 2023
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center (AWAACC) has announced the appointment of three esteemed professionals who will play instrumental roles in advancing the institution's mission.
City Theatre Announces Winners Of The 2023 Young Playwrights Contest

City Theatre Announces Winners Of The 2023 Young Playwrights Contest

by BWW News Desk — June 28, 2023
City Theatre has announced the winners of the 2023 Young Playwrights Contest.
August Wilson African American Cultural Center Presents PRIDE & JOY: A Celebration of

August Wilson African American Cultural Center Presents PRIDE & JOY: A Celebration of Voguing and LGBTQ+ Pride Month

by BWW News Desk — June 27, 2023
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center has announced Pride & Joy, a special event honoring Voguing and LGBTQ+ Pride Month on June 30th.
LIGHT IN THE DARK Comes to Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre in October

LIGHT IN THE DARK Comes to Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre in October

by BWW News Desk — June 27, 2023
The season opener tells powerful stories of tragedy, hope and human connection.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Announces Performance Schedule For Its June Open Air Event

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Announces Performance Schedule For Its June Open Air Event

by BWW News Desk — June 15, 2023
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's (PBT) popular program Open Air: A Series in Celebration of the Performing Arts returns to the city June 22-25 at a new location at the Westinghouse Academy in Wilmerding (320 Margurite Avenue, Wilmerding).
Review: Pittsburgh CLO Sets Sail with ANYTHING GOES at Benedum Center

Review: Pittsburgh CLO Sets Sail with ANYTHING GOES at Benedum Center

by Greg Kerestan — June 15, 2023
Almost every time you see a major production of Anything Goes, it'll vary in some way from the last one you saw.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's Marianna Tcherkassky Will Retire

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's Marianna Tcherkassky Will Retire

by BWW News Desk — June 15, 2023
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’s (PBT) long-time rehearsal director, Marianna Tcherkassky, has announced her retirement at the end of the 2022-2023 season.
ARCHITECTS OF AIR: DAEDALUM Arrives In The Backyard At 8th & Penn, July 1 – Septemb

ARCHITECTS OF AIR: DAEDALUM Arrives In The Backyard At 8th & Penn, July 1 – September 4

by BWW News Desk — June 7, 2023
Prepare to be completely immersed in a multi-sensory light, color, and sound experience as Architects of Air: Daedalum takes over Pittsburgh's Cultural District this summer.
Pittsburgh's Own Local Talent To Perform All Summer At The Pittsburgh Playhouse INSID

Pittsburgh's Own Local Talent To Perform All Summer At The Pittsburgh Playhouse INSIDE/OUTSIDE

by BWW News Desk — June 7, 2023
The award-winning Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point Park University, a multi-disciplinary arts and entertainment center located in Downtown Pittsburgh, announced the lineup for their Inside/Outside Summer Concert Series every Thursday and Friday from 4:30 – 6:30pm throughout June and July.
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center Presents A New Production In Colla

The August Wilson African American Cultural Center Presents A New Production In Collaboration With Demaskus Theatre Collective

by BWW News Desk — June 6, 2023
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center (AWAACC) is proud to present From Colored to Black, a multi-media event that utilizes arts and culture to engage the Pittsburgh community in critical dialogue around how systemic racism is directly connected to the health and wellness outcomes in th
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Names Raymond Rodriguez As Dean Of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatr

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Names Raymond Rodriguez As Dean Of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School

by BWW News Desk — June 5, 2023
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) has named Raymond Rodriguez as the organization's first Dean of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School, effective June 5, 2023.
Review: THE ANDREWS BROTHERS Blends Farce and Revue at Saint Vincent Summer Theatre

Review: THE ANDREWS BROTHERS Blends Farce and Revue at Saint Vincent Summer Theatre

by Greg Kerestan — June 3, 2023
The summer institution's season opener effortlessly blends the two genres the venue is most famous for.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust's New Student Volunteer Engagement Program Celebrates Firs

Pittsburgh Cultural Trust's New Student Volunteer Engagement Program Celebrates First Year with a Special Ceremony

by BWW News Desk — May 31, 2023
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has announced the success of the new student volunteer engagement program, Beyond The Stage.
Pittsburgh CLO Announces the 2023 Gene Kelly Award Winners

Pittsburgh CLO Announces the 2023 Gene Kelly Award Winners

by BWW News Desk — May 28, 2023
A sold-out crowd gathered at the Benedum Center as Pittsburgh CLO and The Michael J.
Point Park University Dance Professor Stages Ballet In Native South Korea

Point Park University Dance Professor Stages Ballet In Native South Korea

by BWW News Desk — May 25, 2023
The Gwangju Uprising is the subject of a new ballet choreographed by The Princess Grace Choreographer Award recipient, Assistant Professor of Ballet at Point Park University Jae Man Joo.
Pittsburgh Playhouse Receives NEA Grant to Support Jazz Music and Dance

Pittsburgh Playhouse Receives NEA Grant to Support Jazz Music and Dance

by BWW News Desk — May 24, 2023
The Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point Park University has been approved for a $25,000 Grants for Arts Projects award from the National Endowment for the Arts.
Review: FALSETTOS at Front Porch Theatricals Pairs a Warm Heart with a Cold Shoulder

Review: FALSETTOS at Front Porch Theatricals Pairs a Warm Heart with a Cold Shoulder

by Greg Kerestan — May 24, 2023
William Finn's neurotic queer musical epic isn't necessarily user-friendly, but Pittsburgh's best local playhouse still manages to find the warmth amidst the dysfunction.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Announces Company Updates For The 2023-2024 Season

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Announces Company Updates For The 2023-2024 Season

by BWW News Desk — May 23, 2023
Artistic Director Adam W.
John Vento Releases Blue Collar Album 'BRICK BY BRICK'

John Vento Releases Blue Collar Album 'BRICK BY BRICK'

by BWW News Desk — May 20, 2023
Blue-collar music veteran, John Vento has announced the release of his highly anticipated album, 'Brick By Brick,' on May 19th, 2023.
Celebrate The Closing Reception Of THE HOPE OF RADIANCE Exhibition At The August Wils

Celebrate The Closing Reception Of THE HOPE OF RADIANCE Exhibition At The August Wilson African American Cultural Center

by BWW News Desk — May 18, 2023
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center cordially invites the public to join us for the closing reception of the captivating exhibition, The Hope of Radiance, featuring the renowned works of Dr.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Will Participate In Three Local Outdoor Events This Summer

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Will Participate In Three Local Outdoor Events This Summer

by BWW News Desk — May 17, 2023
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre has announced that the organization will participate in three outdoor performance series from June through September 2023.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's THE SLEEPING BEAUTY With The PBT Orchestra Opens Next Wee

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's THE SLEEPING BEAUTY With The PBT Orchestra Opens Next Weekend

by BWW News Desk — May 12, 2023
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's The Sleeping Beauty with the PBT Orchestra will open next Friday at the Benedum Center.
Pittsburg Theatre Company Presents IT SHOULDA BEEN YOU Opening In June

Pittsburg Theatre Company Presents IT SHOULDA BEEN YOU Opening In June

by BWW News Desk — May 11, 2023
How is Pittsburg Theatre Company celebrating the month of June? With a wedding musical, of course! It Shoulda Been You opens June 17 to June25th at the California Theatre in Pittsburg, CA.
THE BOXCAR CHILDREN to be Presented at Prime Stage

THE BOXCAR CHILDREN to be Presented at Prime Stage

by BWW News Desk — May 11, 2023
Prime Stage Theatre will present The Boxcar Children Friday, June 16th - 7pm, Friday, June 23rd - 7pm, Saturday, June 17th - 7pm, Saturday, June 24th - 2:30pm & 7pm, Sunday, June 18th - 2:30pm, Sunday, June 25th - 2:30pm.

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