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Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Performs With The United States Air Force Band
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2020
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre will be a part of the United States Air Force Band's Season of Hope online holiday event.
Pittsburgh CLO's Holiday Giving Guide Announced
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2020
Pittsburgh CLO is putting some musical theater joy into the world in a new way this year with their Holiday Giving Guide! '2020 has been a challenging year for Pittsburgh CLO and all the performing organizations in our city forced to cancel performances because of the pandemic,' said Mark Fleischer, Executive Producer.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Anticipates Return of Live Programming to PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh Series in Fall 2021
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2020
Given the state of the virus, positive news regarding a vaccine, and reports from Broadway touring industry organizations, the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is anticipating the return of live Broadway programming to its PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh series in the fall of 2021.
Photo Flash: In The Recording Booth With PICT Classic Theatre's A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2020
Join PICT Classic Theatre in the recording booth for a behind-the-scenes look at their latest radio drama, Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol.
BWW Blog: O Captain! My Captain!
by Student Blogger: Sydney Emerson - December 07, 2020
Although my work is just beginning, it is already indebted to him. And so, I say,  O Captain! my Captain! Thank you.
BWW Review: WILD at Quantum Theatre May Be Dated, But It's Not Outdated
by Greg Kerestan - December 03, 2020
Sure, this espionage thriller may be treading old ground, but that's just because nothing has changed.
Pittsburgh Playhouse's Musical ORDINARY DAYS Celebrates The Unexpected Joys Of Everyday Life
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2020
Even in the most un-ordinary of times, we can still find joy, friendship and unexpected happiness in our everyday lives. That's the message of Ordinary Days, being broadcast from December 9 – 13 as part of the Pittsburgh Playhouse's Here. Now. Next! virtual fall season.  
Pittsburgh Opera to Present Free Livestream Of SOLDIER SONGS
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2020
In response to the Official Advisory from the Health Director of Allegheny County issued November 18th, entitled “COVID-19 Related Stay-at-Home to Stop Social Gatherings Advisory”, Pittsburgh Opera will no longer have in-person audiences for its upcoming production of David T. Little's Soldier Songs.
Voting Now Open For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh Awards
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2020
Voting is now open for the BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade! Our local editors have set the categories, our readers have submitted nominees, and now YOU get to vote for your favorites!
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Announces Changes to Remainder of 2020-2021 Season
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2020
In response to ongoing public health guidance and regulations on indoor assembly, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre will not return to the theater for the remainder of its 2020-2021 Season. Performances impacted by this decision include performances of 'Cinderella' with the PBT Orchestra (Feb. 12-14, 2021), and more.
BWW Blog: From Book Club to Broadway
by Student Blogger: Sydney Emerson - November 19, 2020
Public libraries are small town America’s lifeline. More than just a place to pick  up a book, in rural places like the one I live in, they are the cultural heart of the town. 
Pittsburgh Opera Announces Holiday Bazaar Auction and Performance
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2020
Pittsburgh Opera has announced an online Holiday Bazaar, consisting of an online auction and performance.
Pittsburgh CLO's A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL Starring Richard Thomas to Air on WQED
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2020
Pittsburgh CLO has announced that the public will be able to enjoy A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL for the 29th consecutive year! Recorded live at Pittsburgh's Byham Theater in 2018, this special production will be broadcast on WQED as a holiday gift to the community, so that families can once again experience this cherished tradition together.
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Announces Highmark First Night Pittsburgh 2021 at Home
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2020
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has announced that Highmark First Night Pittsburgh 2021 will deliver all of the favorite components of its New Year's Eve celebration, even when we cannot gather in person.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Presents FIRESIDE NUTCRACKER
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2020
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) will bring the magic of “The Nutcracker” to homes around the region and beyond with “Fireside Nutcracker,” a virtual program based on Terrence S. Orr's “The Nutcracker.”
Jefferson Mays Reprises Role in A CHRISTMAS CAROL to Benefit Pittsburgh Public Theater
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2020
Pittsburgh Public Theater & producer Hunter Arnold unofficially kicked off the holiday season early today, announcing that a special filmed version of Charles Dickens’ beloved holiday classic A Christmas Carol starring one of the finest stage actors of our time, Tony Award winner Jefferson Mays, will be released worldwide on Saturday, November 28.
BWW Blog: My Five Favorite Musical Movies
by Student Blogger: Sydney Emerson - November 11, 2020
To me, a musical movie isn’t merely a stage production on film.
Pittsburgh Festival Opera Announces Winners of the Mildred Miller International Vocal Competition, Mezzo-Soprano Edition
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2020
Pittsburgh Festival Opera has announced the winners of the 10th Annual Mildred Miller International Vocal Competition, Mezzo-Soprano Edition. The Mildred Miller International Voice Competition was founded in 2011 to identify and nurture talented young singers.
PCT to Stream A (VIRTUAL) CHRISTMAS WITH THE GRISWOLDS: An Evening with Chevy Chase & Beverly D'Angelo 
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2020
Light up your holidays and join Christmas' favorite couple, Ellen and Clark Griswold for this virtual salute to the holiday classic, National Lampoon's Christmas vacation.  Chevy Chase (Clark) and Beverly D'Angelo (Ellen) lead audiences through this live event as they share fan-favorite clips from the movie, reveal their favorite memories from the making of the Vacation franchise and answer your questions in a live audience Q & A. It all happens November 28. Tickets are $25 per device. A limited number of VIP tickets that include a post-show meet and greet with Chevy and Beverly are available.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Presents LIVE FROM THE WEST SIDE: WOMEN OF BROADWAY
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2020
Join PCT for a new livestream concert series, Live from the West Side: Women of Broadway, featuring two-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone, Tony Award winner Laura Benanti, and critically acclaimed actress and singer Vanessa Williams.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Announces Virtual Chocolate Bar Event
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2020
The popular Chocolate Bar at the Benedum Center celebration moves online with signature event aspects and highlights brought to each attendee's home. The Virtual Chocolate Bar takes place November 14 at 6:30 p.m. with special chocolate deliveries, a virtual happy hour, and digital culinary master classes all focused on chocolate.
Pittsburgh Public Theater's New Play Contest Begins and Rob Zellers' REDUX Comes to PlayTime
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2020
The Public's Inaugural New Play Contest has officially begun and is now welcoming submissions from writers in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia. Complete details are below. The winning play will be presented as the finale of the Classics N'at benefit series on June 17, 2021.
City Theatre Announces CLAWS OUT: A HOLIDAY DRAG MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2020
As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to prevent a safe return to indoor performances, City Theatre has announced an all-new holiday story created for the digital stage. City Theatre commissioned playwrights Monteze Freeland and Shua Potter to create a full-length drag musical.
Justin Emeka & Malic Maat to Join Pittsburgh Public Theater Artistic Team
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2020
Artistic Director Marya Sea Kaminski and Managing Director Lou Castelli, along with Pittsburgh Public Theater's Board of Trustees, are committed to using the current pause in in-person programming in the wake of Covid-19 as an opportunity to imagine and secure a bright artistic future for the organization.
Pittsburgh Public Theater Names Justin Emeka Resident Director And Welcomes Malic Maat As First Arts Leadership Fellow
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2020
Artistic Director Marya Sea Kaminski and Managing Director Lou Castelli, along with Pittsburgh Public Theater's Board of Trustees, are committed to using the current pause in in-person programming in the wake of Covid-19 as an opportunity to imagine and secure a bright artistic future for the organization. As part of this commitment, The Public welcomes Justin Emeka and Malic Maat in two new collaborative roles.

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Benedum Center Pittsburgh (5/26 - 5/26)
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker in Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker
Benedum Center for the Performing Arts (10/31 - 12/28)
Wicked in Pittsburgh Wicked
Benedum Center for the Performing Arts (1/14 - 2/15)
Hadestown in Pittsburgh Hadestown
Lexington Opera House (2/6 - 2/8)
Chicago the Musical in Pittsburgh Chicago the Musical
Lyell B Clay Concert Theatre (1/13 - 1/13)
Menopause the Musical 2: Cruising Through ''The Change'' in Pittsburgh Menopause the Musical 2: Cruising Through ''The Change''
Lexington Opera House (2/28 - 2/28)
Chicago in Pittsburgh Chicago
Lexington Opera House (3/20 - 3/22)
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