Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Signs New Male Dancer for 2019-2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2019
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) Artistic Director Terrence S. Orr has hired Josiah Kauffman of Belgrade, Montana to the company roster as an apprentice for PBT's 50th Anniversary Season in 2019-2020, which opens Oct. 25-27, with a?oeGisellea?? with the PBT Orchestra.
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2019
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) Artistic Director Terrence S. Orr has hired Josiah Kauffman of Belgrade, Montana to the company roster as an apprentice for PBT's 50th Anniversary Season in 2019-2020, which opens Oct. 25-27, with a?oeGisellea?? with the PBT Orchestra.
BWW Review: FUN HOME Serves as a Beacon, Outlet, Refuge
by Dylan Shaffer - August 19, 2019
Every family has its secrets, its lies, its loves. In the Bechdel's home, secrets of sexuality and queerness transcended a generation but could never be discussed. Welcome to Fun Home, a look inside the family life of Alison Bechdel, a lesbian cartoonist whose gay father operated a funeral home and taught English in their small Pennsylvanian town before committing suicide soon after learning of his daughter's sexual orientation. (Try advertising that on a radio spot!)
by Dylan Shaffer - August 19, 2019
Every family has its secrets, its lies, its loves. In the Bechdel's home, secrets of sexuality and queerness transcended a generation but could never be discussed. Welcome to Fun Home, a look inside the family life of Alison Bechdel, a lesbian cartoonist whose gay father operated a funeral home and taught English in their small Pennsylvanian town before committing suicide soon after learning of his daughter's sexual orientation. (Try advertising that on a radio spot!)
SISTER ACT - A Divine Musical Comes To The California Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2019
Pittsburgh Community Theatre celebrates the opening of its 40th season with the upbeat disco-era musical, 'Sister Act,' September 7-22, at the California Theatre, 351 Railroad Ave.
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2019
Pittsburgh Community Theatre celebrates the opening of its 40th season with the upbeat disco-era musical, 'Sister Act,' September 7-22, at the California Theatre, 351 Railroad Ave.
City Theatre Presents the East Coast Premiere of CAMBODIAN ROCK BAND
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2019
City Theatre begins its 45th season with Cambodian Rock Band by Lauren Yee. Cambodian Rock Band is an epic tale of family, love, and heritage featuring the Cambodian surf rock music of Dengue Fever.
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2019
City Theatre begins its 45th season with Cambodian Rock Band by Lauren Yee. Cambodian Rock Band is an epic tale of family, love, and heritage featuring the Cambodian surf rock music of Dengue Fever.
Pittsburgh Musical Theater Presents Annual BROADWAY AT THE OVERLOOK Performances
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2019
Pittsburgh Musical Theater's season preview, Broadway at the Overlook, takes place at the West End Elliot Overlook on Marlow Street. This year's show features selections from Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, The Sound of Music, Hair, Evil Dead the Musical, the musical adaptation of Twelfth Night, and more.
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2019
Pittsburgh Musical Theater's season preview, Broadway at the Overlook, takes place at the West End Elliot Overlook on Marlow Street. This year's show features selections from Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, The Sound of Music, Hair, Evil Dead the Musical, the musical adaptation of Twelfth Night, and more.
City Theatre Launches Season with THE BASH September 7
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2019
City Theatre kickS off their 45th season with The Bash, a benefit evening for the South Side theatre company. The Bash is taking over Bingham Street for a block party like no other. Pop-up performances, signature cocktails, food trucks, and an outdoor dance party will fill its multi-location cultural campus located between 13th and 14th Streets.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2019
City Theatre kickS off their 45th season with The Bash, a benefit evening for the South Side theatre company. The Bash is taking over Bingham Street for a block party like no other. Pop-up performances, signature cocktails, food trucks, and an outdoor dance party will fill its multi-location cultural campus located between 13th and 14th Streets.
Cast Announced for Pittsburgh Tour Stop of HELLO, DOLLY!
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2019
Announcing the cast for the first national tour of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Revival of Hello, Dolly!, starring Broadway legend, Tony Award winner Betty Buckley. The first national tour of Hello, Dolly! began performances September 30, 2018, in the Connor Palace at Cleveland's Playhouse Square, ahead of their official opening night on October 5, 2018. Additional tour stops include Chicago; Los Angeles; San Francisco; Washington, D.C.; Boston, and many more cities across America.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2019
Announcing the cast for the first national tour of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Revival of Hello, Dolly!, starring Broadway legend, Tony Award winner Betty Buckley. The first national tour of Hello, Dolly! began performances September 30, 2018, in the Connor Palace at Cleveland's Playhouse Square, ahead of their official opening night on October 5, 2018. Additional tour stops include Chicago; Los Angeles; San Francisco; Washington, D.C.; Boston, and many more cities across America.
Principal Dancer to Close 12-Year Career with Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2019
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) long-time principal dancer Luca Sbrizzi has announced his plans to close his 12-year career with PBT following the company's 50th Anniversary Season opener in October.
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2019
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) long-time principal dancer Luca Sbrizzi has announced his plans to close his 12-year career with PBT following the company's 50th Anniversary Season opener in October.
VIDEO: Get A First Look At ONCE At Pittsburgh CLO
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2019
Pittsburgh CLO audiences are in for a unique and unparalleled musical theater experience with eight-time Tony Award-winning ONCE. For the first time, Pittsburgh CLO brings this beautiful love story - where the actors are also the musicians - to the Benedum Center July 30 - August 4. This Pittsburgh CLO premiere is only running for one week. Tickets are now available by phone at 412-456-6666, online at pittsburghCLO.org or by visiting the Box Office at Theater Square. Check out video of the cast in action!
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2019
Pittsburgh CLO audiences are in for a unique and unparalleled musical theater experience with eight-time Tony Award-winning ONCE. For the first time, Pittsburgh CLO brings this beautiful love story - where the actors are also the musicians - to the Benedum Center July 30 - August 4. This Pittsburgh CLO premiere is only running for one week. Tickets are now available by phone at 412-456-6666, online at pittsburghCLO.org or by visiting the Box Office at Theater Square. Check out video of the cast in action!
Photo Flash: Get A First Look At ONCE At Pittsburgh CLO
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2019
Pittsburgh CLO audiences are in for a unique and unparalleled musical theater experience with eight-time Tony Award-winning ONCE. For the first time, Pittsburgh CLO brings this beautiful love story - where the actors are also the musicians - to the Benedum Center July 30 - August 4. This Pittsburgh CLO premiere is only running for one week. Tickets are now available by phone at 412-456-6666, online at pittsburghCLO.org or by visiting the Box Office at Theater Square.
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2019
Pittsburgh CLO audiences are in for a unique and unparalleled musical theater experience with eight-time Tony Award-winning ONCE. For the first time, Pittsburgh CLO brings this beautiful love story - where the actors are also the musicians - to the Benedum Center July 30 - August 4. This Pittsburgh CLO premiere is only running for one week. Tickets are now available by phone at 412-456-6666, online at pittsburghCLO.org or by visiting the Box Office at Theater Square.
2019/'20 Chatham Baroque + Renaissance & Baroque Concert Season Announced
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2019
1969 saw Nixon's swearing in, an escalation in Vietnam, a moon landing, and Woodstock. In that same year, a group of visionaries in Pittsburgh founded the Renaissance & Baroque Society, which over time became one of the oldest and most revered organizations of its kind in America. Chatham Baroque, meanwhile, has been performing on stages throughout the world for 29 years and has established itself as one of the nation's most distinguished period ensembles.
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2019
1969 saw Nixon's swearing in, an escalation in Vietnam, a moon landing, and Woodstock. In that same year, a group of visionaries in Pittsburgh founded the Renaissance & Baroque Society, which over time became one of the oldest and most revered organizations of its kind in America. Chatham Baroque, meanwhile, has been performing on stages throughout the world for 29 years and has established itself as one of the nation's most distinguished period ensembles.
Pittsburgh CLO's ONCE Opens July 30!
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2019
Pittsburgh CLO audiences are in for a unique and unparalleled musical theater experience with eight-time Tony Award-winning ONCE. For the first time, Pittsburgh CLO brings this beautiful love story - where the actors are also the musicians - to the Benedum Center July 30 a?" August 4. This Pittsburgh CLO premiere is only running for one week. Tickets are now available by phone at 412-456-6666, online at pittsburghCLO.org or by visiting the Box Office at Theater Square. Some Adult Content.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2019
Pittsburgh CLO audiences are in for a unique and unparalleled musical theater experience with eight-time Tony Award-winning ONCE. For the first time, Pittsburgh CLO brings this beautiful love story - where the actors are also the musicians - to the Benedum Center July 30 a?" August 4. This Pittsburgh CLO premiere is only running for one week. Tickets are now available by phone at 412-456-6666, online at pittsburghCLO.org or by visiting the Box Office at Theater Square. Some Adult Content.
Review Roundup: ROCK OF AGES at Pittsburgh CLO
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2019
Rock of Ages is now open at Pittsburgh CLO! What did the critics think? Read all the reviews!
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2019
Rock of Ages is now open at Pittsburgh CLO! What did the critics think? Read all the reviews!
BWW Review: Pittsburgh CLO's ROCK OF AGES at Benedum Center Is (Almost) Just Like Paradise
by Greg Kerestan - July 25, 2019
Leave your thinking caps and your good taste at home. Just go for the hairspray-scented ride, people.
by Greg Kerestan - July 25, 2019
Leave your thinking caps and your good taste at home. Just go for the hairspray-scented ride, people.
VIDEO: Get A First Look At ROCK OF AGES at Pittsburgh CLO
by Alan Henry - July 25, 2019
Pump up the volume and bust out your air guitar moves! For the first time ever, Pittsburgh CLO is going to shake the walls of the Benedum Center with ROCK OF AGES, July 23 - 28. This Pittsburgh CLO premiere is only running for one week - there are just 8 chances to get here for a raging good time! The cast features Ace Young, Nathan Salstone, and more! Check out video of the cast in action!
by Alan Henry - July 25, 2019
Pump up the volume and bust out your air guitar moves! For the first time ever, Pittsburgh CLO is going to shake the walls of the Benedum Center with ROCK OF AGES, July 23 - 28. This Pittsburgh CLO premiere is only running for one week - there are just 8 chances to get here for a raging good time! The cast features Ace Young, Nathan Salstone, and more! Check out video of the cast in action!
BWW Blog: Stone Bridge Players
by Student Blogger: Laken Burkhardt - July 25, 2019
How many of us have had the opportunity to work in an unconventional theater space? To strip down bare, take away all the commodities that a traditional theater has, and perform a show in a unique space with a simple sound system and just a few par-cans? One local theatre company in Johnstown, PA has been doing just that. The Stone Bridge Players theatre company performs every summer right in the middle of downtown on the third floor of the local Flood Museum.
by Student Blogger: Laken Burkhardt - July 25, 2019
How many of us have had the opportunity to work in an unconventional theater space? To strip down bare, take away all the commodities that a traditional theater has, and perform a show in a unique space with a simple sound system and just a few par-cans? One local theatre company in Johnstown, PA has been doing just that. The Stone Bridge Players theatre company performs every summer right in the middle of downtown on the third floor of the local Flood Museum.
City Theatre Announces Holiday Classic THE SANTALAND DIARIES
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2019
City Theatre has announced the details of its special holiday event: The Santaland Diaries written by humorist, author, and radio contributor David Sedaris, who adapted his infamous This American Life segment for the stage.
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2019
City Theatre has announced the details of its special holiday event: The Santaland Diaries written by humorist, author, and radio contributor David Sedaris, who adapted his infamous This American Life segment for the stage.
BWW Review: Jenn Colella Soars in PETER PAN at the Benedum
by Dylan Shaffer - July 22, 2019
I won't grow up! And I don't have to watching the CLO's production of Peter Pan. The timeless musical brings all of the whimsy and adventure to life on stage, but the magic of this performance does not come just with the story; talented actors and a renowned choreographer/director take this production to new heights.
by Dylan Shaffer - July 22, 2019
I won't grow up! And I don't have to watching the CLO's production of Peter Pan. The timeless musical brings all of the whimsy and adventure to life on stage, but the magic of this performance does not come just with the story; talented actors and a renowned choreographer/director take this production to new heights.
Pittsburgh Artists With Chilean Roots Feature in World Premiere of LOOKING FOR VIOLETA
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2019
Quantum Theatre creates Looking for Violeta, a world premiere collaboration brimming with the music, poetry, joy, and sorrow of the life of legendary Chilean folk singer and activist Violeta Parra.
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2019
Quantum Theatre creates Looking for Violeta, a world premiere collaboration brimming with the music, poetry, joy, and sorrow of the life of legendary Chilean folk singer and activist Violeta Parra.
Review Roundup: PETER PAN at Pittsburgh CLO
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2019
Peter Pan is now open at Pittsburgh CLO! What did the critics think? Read all the reviews!
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2019
Peter Pan is now open at Pittsburgh CLO! What did the critics think? Read all the reviews!
Point Park University Announces Director Appointments At Pittsburgh Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2019
Point Park University announced today the appointments of Steven Breese as the new Artistic Director and Dean of the Conservatory of Performing Arts and Drew Martorella as the Assistant Vice President and Managing Director of the award-winning Pittsburgh Playhouse.
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2019
Point Park University announced today the appointments of Steven Breese as the new Artistic Director and Dean of the Conservatory of Performing Arts and Drew Martorella as the Assistant Vice President and Managing Director of the award-winning Pittsburgh Playhouse.
Throughline Theatre Presents 'NIGHT, MOTHER
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2019
'night, Mother was written in 1981 by playwright Marsha Norman and premiered at the American Repertory, before moving on to Broadway. The play has seen multiple revivals, was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Play, and won the 1983 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Theater Sarah McPartland directs Throughline's production of the play, which will feature Samantha A. Camp and Bri Brownfield.
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2019
'night, Mother was written in 1981 by playwright Marsha Norman and premiered at the American Repertory, before moving on to Broadway. The play has seen multiple revivals, was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Play, and won the 1983 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Theater Sarah McPartland directs Throughline's production of the play, which will feature Samantha A. Camp and Bri Brownfield.
ROCK OF AGES Is Ready To Rock The Benedum, July 23
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2019
Pump up the volume and bust out your air guitar moves! For the first time ever, Pittsburgh CLO is going to shake the walls of the Benedum Center with ROCK OF AGES, July 23 - 28. This Pittsburgh CLO premiere is only running for one week - there are just 8 chances to get here for a raging good time! Tickets are now available by phone at 412-456-6666, online at pittsburghCLO.org or by visiting the Box Office at Theater Square.
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2019
Pump up the volume and bust out your air guitar moves! For the first time ever, Pittsburgh CLO is going to shake the walls of the Benedum Center with ROCK OF AGES, July 23 - 28. This Pittsburgh CLO premiere is only running for one week - there are just 8 chances to get here for a raging good time! Tickets are now available by phone at 412-456-6666, online at pittsburghCLO.org or by visiting the Box Office at Theater Square.
12 Peers Continues Eighth Season With 2018 Pulitzer Prize Nominated Play
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2019
12 Peers Theater continues their eighth main stage season with Everybody, a modern spin on the classic Everyman. Everybody, selected from the cast by lottery at each performance makes an epic journey to death, while searching for someone or something to validate his life. With 120 possible casting combinations, each performance will be truly unique.
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2019
12 Peers Theater continues their eighth main stage season with Everybody, a modern spin on the classic Everyman. Everybody, selected from the cast by lottery at each performance makes an epic journey to death, while searching for someone or something to validate his life. With 120 possible casting combinations, each performance will be truly unique.
BWW Blog: Publishing a Book!
by Student Blogger: Laken Burkhardt - July 08, 2019
14 months ago I and a group of students from my college (Pitt-Johnstown) embarked on a project working with a local Summer Stock theater in our area to commemorate their 80th anniversary. The Mountain Playhouse is local professional equity theatre in Jennerstown, PA that got its start in 1939 being created from an old Gristmill. Other than being shut down during the war, and a fire, this theater has been putting shows on every year.
by Student Blogger: Laken Burkhardt - July 08, 2019
14 months ago I and a group of students from my college (Pitt-Johnstown) embarked on a project working with a local Summer Stock theater in our area to commemorate their 80th anniversary. The Mountain Playhouse is local professional equity theatre in Jennerstown, PA that got its start in 1939 being created from an old Gristmill. Other than being shut down during the war, and a fire, this theater has been putting shows on every year.
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