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Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Presents First BNY Mellon Grand Classics With Beethoven's PASTORAL Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2016
German conductor Christoph Konig leads the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and American violinist Tim Fain in a program featuring the Pittsburgh premiere of Philip Glass's 'The American Four Seasons,' during BNY Mellon Grand Classics: Beethoven's Pastoral this weekend, January 15, 16 and 17 at Heinz Hall.
PICT Classic Theatre Welcomes New President of the Board
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2016
Steven Alschuler, President of Pittsburgh-based public relations firm Alschuler Communications, has been named President of the Board of Directors of PICT Classic Theatre. PICT, founded in 1996 as Pittsburgh Irish and Classic Theatre, produces high-quality classic theater and considers educational programs and outreach to underserved communities to be among its core initiatives.
Pittsburgh Symphony to Present Concert of Aaron Copland and Bon Iver for Fuse@PSO Series, 1/27
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2016
PITTSBURGH – FUSE@PSO, the genre-bending early evening concert series presented by the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, returns Wednesday, January 27 to Heinz Hall with “Copland + Bon Iver with Special Guest Beauty Slap.” 
Pittsburgh Public Theater to present GUYS & DOLLS, 1/28-2/28
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2016
Brimming with song & dance, comedy & romance, gamblers & chorus girls, the unforgettable Guys & Dolls starts the year at Pittsburgh Public Theater. Ted Pappas directs and choreographs the Great American Musical running January 28 - February 28, 2016 at the O'Reilly Theater, Pittsburgh Public Theater's home in the heart of Downtown's Cultural District. For tickets call 412.316.1600 or visit ppt.org. Guys & Dolls is presented by Highmark.
BWW Seeks Editors in Pittsburgh
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2016
BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to help feature coverage in Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Announces First BNY Mellon Grand Classics With Beethoven's PASTORAL, 1/15
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2016
German conductor Christoph Konig leads the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and American violinist Tim Fain in a program featuring the Pittsburgh premiere of Philip Glass's "The American Four Seasons," during BNY Mellon Grand Classics: Beethoven's Pastoral on January 15, 16 and 17 at Heinz Hall.
PANTHER HOLLOW to Play Arcade Comedy Theater, 1/15
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2016
From 1992 to 1996, David Lee White was a local actor and director in the Pittsburgh theatre scene and was part of the University of Pittsburgh's MFA program. On Friday, January 15th at 8:00 PM, White will proudly return to Pittsburgh to perform his one-person show Panther Hollow at the Arcade Comedy Theater at 811 Liberty Avenue. Tickets can be purchased online at arcadecomedytheater.com/events/ or by calling (412) 339-0608
Modern Myths Podcast, Adaptation of THE BIRDS by Conor McPherson and More Set for 12 Peers Theater's 5th Season
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2016
12 Peers Theater launches its Fifth Anniversary Season, featuring free year round digital content, a fringe festival favorite, and a local premiere by Conor McPherson.
Musical Theatre Artists of Pittsburgh Launches 'Hot Metal Musicals' Incubator Program
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2016
Following its sold-out Hot Metal Musicals, the inaugural showcase of new musical theatre work, MTAP -- Musical Theatre Artists of Pittsburgh announces its new project, the Hot Metal Musicals Incubator.
7th Annual PEEPSFEST Returns to SteelStacks Today
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2015
Family fun is the name of the game at PEEPSFEST, the annual two-day New Year's Eve festival at the iconic SteelStacks in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.  Each year, fans arrive from all over the country to enjoy family-friendly activities and marvel at the PEEPS Chick Drop - a 4.5-foot tall, 85-pound lit PEEPS Chick that descends at 5:15 p.m. on Dec. 31 to commemorate the beginning of an exciting new year.
City Theatre to Stage World Premiere of SOME BRIGHTER DISTANCE
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2015
The world premiere production of Some Brighter Distance continues the 2015-2016 season at City Theatre on the Mainstage, January 23 - February 14, 2016. The play is written by Keith Reddin and directed by City Theatre Artistic Director Tracy Brigden.  
7th Annual PEEPSFEST Returns to SteelStacks, 12/30-31
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2015
Family fun is the name of the game at PEEPSFEST, the annual two-day New Year's Eve festival at the iconic SteelStacks in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.  Each year, fans arrive from all over the country to enjoy family-friendly activities and marvel at the PEEPS Chick Drop - a 4.5-foot tall, 85-pound lit PEEPS Chick that descends at 5:15 p.m. on Dec. 31 to commemorate the beginning of an exciting new year.
Chris Jamison, Finalist on 'The Voice', Makes First Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Appearance, Today
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2015
The holiday season brings family, fun, togetherness and music! Experience all of that and more at the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra's annual holiday celebration, Highmark Holiday Pops, on December 11-13 and December 19 and 20 at Heinz Hall.
Pittsburgh CLO Announces Cast of FIRST DATE
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2015
Pittsburgh CLO is proud to announce the cast of the Pittsburgh premiere of FIRST DATE, February 4 - April 24, 2016 at the CLO Cabaret.  This inventive new version of the Broadway musical comedy was created just for Pittsburgh CLO by the original writers, Austin Winsberg, Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner.  Our cast of five will shine a hopeful spotlight on the chances we all take to fall in love through a flirtatious, funny and unexpected tale of two strangers meeting for the first time.  Audiences will [literally] surround these two would-be lovers and their band of quirky friends with brand-new and imaginative staging set to transform the CLO Cabaret into the "First Date" of your dreams.  Tickets start at $36.75 and are now available at CLOCabaret.com or by calling 412-281-2822
PICT Classic Theatre Stages OLIVER TWIST, Starting Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2015
PICT Classic Theatre is pleased to announce that its production of OLIVER TWIST will open tonight, December 5th.
Point Park University's Conservatory Theatre Stages OUR LADY OF 121ST STREET, Starting Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2015
Point Park University's Conservatory Theatre Company continues its 2015-2016 season with a production of the dark, and often stunning, comedy, OUR LADY OF 121ST STREET.
Playhouse Jr. Presents A 1940S RADIO CHRISTMAS CAROL at Pittsburgh Playhouse Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2015
Playhouse Jr., Point Park University's family theatre company, continues its 2015-2016 season with a holiday production of A 1940S RADIO CHRISTMAS CAROL.
BWW Review: Madonna Mia! It's A SERVANT TO TWO MASTERS at the Pittsburgh Public
by Greg Kerestan - December 03, 2015
Fun will be had, sticks will be slapped, pizza will be eaten.
PICT Classic Theatre Stages OLIVER TWIST, Starting Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2015
PICT Classic Theatre is pleased to announce that its production of OLIVER TWIST will open on December 5th with previews tonight and tomorrow, the 3rd and 4th.
Point Park University's Conservatory Theatre to Stage OUR LADY OF 121ST STREET, 12/4-13
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2015
Point Park University's Conservatory Theatre Company continues its 2015-2016 season with a production of the dark, and often stunning, comedy, OUR LADY OF 121ST STREET.
Playhouse Jr. to Present A 1940S RADIO CHRISTMAS CAROL at Pittsburgh Playhouse, 12/4-13
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2015
Playhouse Jr., Point Park University's family theatre company, continues its 2015-2016 season with a holiday production of A 1940S RADIO CHRISTMAS CAROL.
Chris Jamison, Finalist on 'The Voice', Makes First Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Appearance, 12/11
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2015
The holiday season brings family, fun, togetherness and music! Experience all of that and more at the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra's annual holiday celebration, Highmark Holiday Pops, on December 11-13 and December 19 and 20 at Heinz Hall.
off the WALL Productions to Present SCARED OF SARAH
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2015
With the gracious support of The Arts for Autism Foundation of Pittsburgh, off the WALL Productions is proud to present Laura Brienza's Scared of Sarah as the second offering of their 2015-16 season.
Robert Randolph, Charlie Musselwhite & More Set for 2016 Blast Furnace Blues Festival at SteelStacks
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2015
Robert Randolph & the Family Band, GRAMMY winner Charlie Musselwhite, Johnny Winter's All Star Band, Coco Montoya and the Royal Southern Brotherhood headline the fifth Blast Furnace Blues Festival presented by Highmark Blue Shield March 11-13, 2016 at the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks in Bethlehem.  Three-day festival passes and single-day tickets for the event, which features 18 national and local blues artists, go on sale today, Nov. 23, 10 a.m., at www.steelstacks.org and 610-332-3378.
City Theatre Welcomes Playwright Mat Smart for Residency, Beginning Today
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2015
? City Theatre is excited to welcome playwright Mat Smart for a writing residency November 17-19, 2015. The residency will be tailored to Smart's individual creative needs and offer him full use of City Theatre's resources, a developmental reading with local actors, and artistic support from Director of New Play Development Clare Drobot and Artistic Director Tracy Brigden. Fulfilling its mission that emphasizes new play development, City Theatre also commissions works by diverse writers and produces world premiere productions, including this season's Some Brighter Distance by Keith Reddin, which will run January 23-February 14, 2016. City Theatre hosts an annual festival of new plays at different stages of development called Momentum, which will take place June 2-5, 2016.

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