Pittsburgh's Cultural District Announce LIGHTS ON! A Three-Day Celebration of Pittsburgh's Cultural District
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2021
After many long months, the streets of the Cultural District will once again be bustling, the theaters and galleries will be full, and arts lovers from around the region, state, and country will gather to share their experiences, live and in person. This occasion is too important to the organizations of the Cultural District, who have decided to not let the moment pass by without celebration.
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2021
After many long months, the streets of the Cultural District will once again be bustling, the theaters and galleries will be full, and arts lovers from around the region, state, and country will gather to share their experiences, live and in person. This occasion is too important to the organizations of the Cultural District, who have decided to not let the moment pass by without celebration.
Student Blog: The Case For Marching Band
by Student Blogger: Sydney Emerson - July 27, 2021
To live in a place where defunding has already happened—to not have a marching band to turn to when you can’t imagine yourself possibly going to one more soccer practice—is not only a less beautiful position, it’s a dangerous one. Defunding the arts is not merely a matter of crushing dreams, it’s a matter of destroying lives.
by Student Blogger: Sydney Emerson - July 27, 2021
To live in a place where defunding has already happened—to not have a marching band to turn to when you can’t imagine yourself possibly going to one more soccer practice—is not only a less beautiful position, it’s a dangerous one. Defunding the arts is not merely a matter of crushing dreams, it’s a matter of destroying lives.
Fat Mike Presents 'Punk In Drublic' Craft Beer & Music Festival
by Sarah Jae Leiber - July 26, 2021
The Punk In Drublic Craft Beer & Music Festival was created from the mind and livers of NOFX's frontman Fat Mike and craft beer fanatic / festival promoter, Cameron Collins of Brew Ha Ha Productions--and named for NOFX’s classic Punk In Drublic album, which has sold over one million copies.
by Sarah Jae Leiber - July 26, 2021
The Punk In Drublic Craft Beer & Music Festival was created from the mind and livers of NOFX's frontman Fat Mike and craft beer fanatic / festival promoter, Cameron Collins of Brew Ha Ha Productions--and named for NOFX’s classic Punk In Drublic album, which has sold over one million copies.
BWW Review: A BROADWAY CELEBRATION Brings the Music Back at Heinz Field
by Greg Kerestan - July 24, 2021
It's hard to argue with the line-up for Pittsburgh CLO's star-studded concert anniversary.
by Greg Kerestan - July 24, 2021
It's hard to argue with the line-up for Pittsburgh CLO's star-studded concert anniversary.
2021 Young Playwrights Contest Winners Announces
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2021
The four winning plays are: Spring in the Underworld by Shelby Powers (7th grade, Burgettstown Middle School), Bird Without a Nest by Sophia Khan (7th grade, Sewickley Academy), A Boring Street in the Middle of Nowhere by Lucy Potts (9th grade, Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12), and Never Too Late to Change by Ayanna Bennett (10th grade, Alumni Theatre Company/Westinghouse Arts Academy).
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2021
The four winning plays are: Spring in the Underworld by Shelby Powers (7th grade, Burgettstown Middle School), Bird Without a Nest by Sophia Khan (7th grade, Sewickley Academy), A Boring Street in the Middle of Nowhere by Lucy Potts (9th grade, Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12), and Never Too Late to Change by Ayanna Bennett (10th grade, Alumni Theatre Company/Westinghouse Arts Academy).
Tickets On Sale To Select Holiday Shows With Pittsburgh Cultural Trust
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2021
Tickets for groups of 10 or more are available at a discounted price. Learn more about how to purchase tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2021
Tickets for groups of 10 or more are available at a discounted price. Learn more about how to purchase tickets here!
VIDEO: Inside Rehearsal For Pittsburgh CLO's A BROADWAY MUSICAL CELEBRATION
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2021
The concert features songs from An American In Paris, Dreamgirls, Thoroughly Modern Millie, The Color Purple, In The Heights, The Student Prince, a special salute to Rodgers & Hammerstein, and more!
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2021
The concert features songs from An American In Paris, Dreamgirls, Thoroughly Modern Millie, The Color Purple, In The Heights, The Student Prince, a special salute to Rodgers & Hammerstein, and more!
Pittsburgh Public Theater Announces Pop-up Performances of BAREFOOT IN THE PARK...in the Park!
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2021
Pittsburgh Public Theater will welcome audiences to an extraordinary week of pop-up performances of Neil Simon's BAREFOOT IN THE PARK…IN THE PARK at the newly opened Allegheny Overlook Pop-Up Park, located on Fort Duquesne Boulevard in downtown Pittsburgh.
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2021
Pittsburgh Public Theater will welcome audiences to an extraordinary week of pop-up performances of Neil Simon's BAREFOOT IN THE PARK…IN THE PARK at the newly opened Allegheny Overlook Pop-Up Park, located on Fort Duquesne Boulevard in downtown Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh Public Theater Announces BAREFOOT IN THE PARK…IN THE PARK!
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2021
Pittsburgh Public Theater will welcome audiences to an extraordinary week of pop-up performances of Neil Simon's BAREFOOT IN THE PARK...IN THE PARK at the newly opened Allegheny Overlook Pop-Up Park, located on Fort Duquesne Boulevard in downtown Pittsburgh.
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2021
Pittsburgh Public Theater will welcome audiences to an extraordinary week of pop-up performances of Neil Simon's BAREFOOT IN THE PARK...IN THE PARK at the newly opened Allegheny Overlook Pop-Up Park, located on Fort Duquesne Boulevard in downtown Pittsburgh.
VIDEO: Pittsburgh CLO's A BROADWAY MUSICAL CELEBRATION Will Be Performed Later This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2021
The concert features songs from An American In Paris, Dreamgirls, Thoroughly Modern Millie, The Color Purple, In The Heights, The Student Prince, a special salute to Rodgers & Hammerstein, and more!
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2021
The concert features songs from An American In Paris, Dreamgirls, Thoroughly Modern Millie, The Color Purple, In The Heights, The Student Prince, a special salute to Rodgers & Hammerstein, and more!
VIDEO: First Look at Pittsburgh CLO's THE WIZARD OF OZ
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2021
Learn more about the production and how to purchase tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2021
Learn more about the production and how to purchase tickets here!
VIDEO: Inside Rehearsal For Pittsburgh CLO's THE WIZARD OF OZ
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2021
Learn more about the production and how to purchase tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2021
Learn more about the production and how to purchase tickets here!
PICT Classic Theatre Welcomes Sharon McCune As New Associate Producer
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2021
Ms. McCune is a mainstay of Pittsburgh theater, having performed recently for Pittsburgh Public Theatre, Quantum, PICT, Bricolage Production Company, The REP and Pittsburgh Shakespeare in the Parks. Regionally, Ms. McCune has worked with Barter Theater, Ensemble Theater of Cincinnati, First-Stage Milwaukee, Phoenix Theater, Stage One, New Harmony Theater, American Players Theater, Native Voices at the Autry, Academy for New Musical Theater, Theater Neo, and the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company.
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2021
Ms. McCune is a mainstay of Pittsburgh theater, having performed recently for Pittsburgh Public Theatre, Quantum, PICT, Bricolage Production Company, The REP and Pittsburgh Shakespeare in the Parks. Regionally, Ms. McCune has worked with Barter Theater, Ensemble Theater of Cincinnati, First-Stage Milwaukee, Phoenix Theater, Stage One, New Harmony Theater, American Players Theater, Native Voices at the Autry, Academy for New Musical Theater, Theater Neo, and the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company.
City Theatre Announces In-Person 2021-2022 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2021
City Theatre Company, Pittsburgh’s home for contemporary plays, has announced the details of the theatre’s 47th season of new works, taking place in-person beginning in September 2021. Reopening to audiences after 18 months due to the Covid-19 pandemic, City Theatre will fully produce six plays, live and in-person.
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2021
City Theatre Company, Pittsburgh’s home for contemporary plays, has announced the details of the theatre’s 47th season of new works, taking place in-person beginning in September 2021. Reopening to audiences after 18 months due to the Covid-19 pandemic, City Theatre will fully produce six plays, live and in-person.
VIDEO: Heinz Field Transforms For Pittsburgh CLO's THE WIZARD OF OZ
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2021
Learn more about the production and how to purchase tickets here, plus check out a video of the venue being transformed to house the production!
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2021
Learn more about the production and how to purchase tickets here, plus check out a video of the venue being transformed to house the production!
BWW Review: PIXELATED Rocks the BITES AND PINTS FESTIVAL at Kennywood Park
by Greg Kerestan - June 30, 2021
You don't know what you've got 'til it's gone, and that includes live event entertainers at your local theme park.
by Greg Kerestan - June 30, 2021
You don't know what you've got 'til it's gone, and that includes live event entertainers at your local theme park.
Pittsburgh Musical Theater Announces 2021-22 30th Season
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2021
The season will start this fall with The SpongeBob Musical (November 4-7, Byham Theater) and continue with the annual production of the holiday classic, A Lyrical Christmas Carol (December 16-19, Gargaro Theater).
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2021
The season will start this fall with The SpongeBob Musical (November 4-7, Byham Theater) and continue with the annual production of the holiday classic, A Lyrical Christmas Carol (December 16-19, Gargaro Theater).
THE SOUND OF MUSIC, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR and More Announced for Pittsburgh Musical Theater 30th Season
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2021
Pittsburgh Musical Theater will celebrate 30 years during the 2021-2022 season with performances in multiple venues including the historic Broadway style Byham Theater in the Cultural District, and their own Off-Broadway style Gargaro Theater in the West End.
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2021
Pittsburgh Musical Theater will celebrate 30 years during the 2021-2022 season with performances in multiple venues including the historic Broadway style Byham Theater in the Cultural District, and their own Off-Broadway style Gargaro Theater in the West End.
Pittsburgh Public Theater Announces Inaugural Shakespeare Academy Summer Institute
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2021
Registration is now open to students ages 12-18 for this unique and enriching summer camp. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2021
Registration is now open to students ages 12-18 for this unique and enriching summer camp. Learn more here!
Pittsburgh CLO Announces Cast for THE WIZARD OF OZ
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2021
Pittsburgh CLO has announced casting for their return to live, in-person performances with THE WIZARD OF OZ, July 8-10 at Heinz Field. This beloved tale, in which a Kansas farm girl travels over the rainbow to discover the magical power of home, has been entertaining audiences for generations.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2021
Pittsburgh CLO has announced casting for their return to live, in-person performances with THE WIZARD OF OZ, July 8-10 at Heinz Field. This beloved tale, in which a Kansas farm girl travels over the rainbow to discover the magical power of home, has been entertaining audiences for generations.
HAIR to be Presented by The Stage Right Theatre Company This July
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2021
The Stage Right Theatre Company will be staging the landmark rock and roll musical classic 'Hair' Thursday July 8th through Saturday, July 10 at Hempfield Park in Hempfield Township. This outdoor staging will be in the Smail Ampitheatre.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2021
The Stage Right Theatre Company will be staging the landmark rock and roll musical classic 'Hair' Thursday July 8th through Saturday, July 10 at Hempfield Park in Hempfield Township. This outdoor staging will be in the Smail Ampitheatre.
Student Blog: 'I'm Coming Back Home'
by Student Blogger: Sydney Emerson - June 24, 2021
Much like the characters struggling to piece together their identities in In The Heights, and much like—I suspect—Miranda himself at the time of writing this story, I have never felt more pride in my hometown than now, in my young adulthood.
by Student Blogger: Sydney Emerson - June 24, 2021
Much like the characters struggling to piece together their identities in In The Heights, and much like—I suspect—Miranda himself at the time of writing this story, I have never felt more pride in my hometown than now, in my young adulthood.
Pittsburgh Public Theater Announces 2021-2022 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2021
Pittsburgh Public Theater has announced the organization’s 47th season — ALL ABOARD! — kicking off this October online and in person. The Public recently completed the Classics N’at online benefit reading series, the second iteration of the organization’s Public PlayTime series.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2021
Pittsburgh Public Theater has announced the organization’s 47th season — ALL ABOARD! — kicking off this October online and in person. The Public recently completed the Classics N’at online benefit reading series, the second iteration of the organization’s Public PlayTime series.
Roger Guenveur Smith To Perform FREDERICK DOUGLASS NOW At the Tabernacle in Oak Bluffs
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2021
Kicking off with a performance of Smith's acclaimed solo show, Frederick Douglass Now, presented in partnership with the Martha's Vineyard Camp Meeting Association on Saturday, August 21 at 7:00pm ET, the one-night-only event takes place at Tabernacle in Oak Bluffs, a National Historic Landmark on Martha's Vineyard.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2021
Kicking off with a performance of Smith's acclaimed solo show, Frederick Douglass Now, presented in partnership with the Martha's Vineyard Camp Meeting Association on Saturday, August 21 at 7:00pm ET, the one-night-only event takes place at Tabernacle in Oak Bluffs, a National Historic Landmark on Martha's Vineyard.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Wins Telly Awards For FIRESIDE NUTCRACKER
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2021
Pittsburgh Ballet Theater has received three Telly Awards for its “Fireside Nutcracker,” a virtual adaptation of Terrence S. Orr's “The Nutcracker” made available to stream online during December, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2021
Pittsburgh Ballet Theater has received three Telly Awards for its “Fireside Nutcracker,” a virtual adaptation of Terrence S. Orr's “The Nutcracker” made available to stream online during December, 2020.
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