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MURDER FOR TWO Begins Tonight at the CLO Cabaret
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2014
Pittsburgh CLO has announced the Pittsburgh Premiere of the Off-Broadway sensation Murder For Two, today, October 22-January 18 at the CLO Cabaret. Everyone is a suspect in this exciting production where classic musical comedy meets Agatha Christie.
THE INTERGALACTIC NEMESIS to Play Byham Theater, 11/14
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2014
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces the Pittsburgh premiere of The Intergalactic Nemesis: Target Earth, written by Chad Nichols and Jason Neulander. This production-reminiscent of old fashioned radio theater with live actors, original sound effects and a live score-will take place on Friday, November 14 at the Byham Theater, 101 6th Avenue, downtown Pittsburgh. The performance is part of the Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents series.
Photo Flash: First Look at Point Park University's '21'
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2014
Point Park University's Conservatory Theatre Company presents the world premiere of a new musical -- '21' -- about the life of the legendary Pittsburgh Pirates Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente. The show begins tonight, Oct. 17 and runs through April 26, 2015, at the Pittsburgh Playhouse in the city's Oakland neighborhood. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Off the Wall Productions Presents THE SMALL ROOM AT THE TOP OF THE STAIRS, Now thru 10/31
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2014
Off the WALL Productions continues its mission of producing plays by, for, and about women with THE SMALL ROOM AT THE TOP OF THE STAIRS, today, Oct. 17-31, a psychological mystery by Canadian playwright Carole Frechette, directed by: Ingrid Sonnichsen.
Alumni Theater Company Presents I AM ARTIST at Trust Arts Education Center This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2014
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is pleased to present Alumni Theater Company's (ATC) production of I AM ARTIST, premiering at the Trust Arts Education Center tonight, October 17 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday October 18 at 7 p.m. Audiences will get to experience an electric collection of works created directly from the minds of ATC's talented teenagers themselves.
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Debuts New PNC Pops Season with HEROES AND VILLAINS This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2014
PITTSBURGH - Guest conductor Lucas Richman leads the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Student Chorale in a concert that soars with good and evil during the opening weekend of the 2014-2015 PNC Pops season this weekend, October 17-19 at Heinz Hall.
SPANK! The Fifty Shades Parody Plays Byham Theater This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2014
SPANK! The Fifty Shades Parody is the hilarious new comedy that brings all the naughty fun of the best-selling book to life. Your inner goddess will be laughing out loud with this clever re-imagining of the characters as they come alive with hysterical comedy, musical numbers, steamy performances from the leading hunk in the grey tie, plus lots of surprises!
Pittsburgh CLO Sets 2015 Summer Season: KINKY BOOTS, CINDERELLA & More
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2014
Pittsburgh CLO has announced that the 2013 Tony Award-winner for BEST MUSICAL, KINKY BOOTS, will make its Pittsburgh premiere as part of the 2015 Summer Season at the Benedum Center.
Pittsburgh CLO Academy Students to Perform ANYTHING GOES, 11/15
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2014
Pittsburgh CLO Academy is proud to announce that its students will perform Anything Goes at the New Hazlett Theater on November 15 at 2:00 & 7:00pm. The cast members are all enrolled in the school's Musical Theater Production class and are being directed by Pittsburgh CLO Academy faculty members Justin Fortunato, Scott Sambuco, and Bob Neumeyer.
City Theatre to Premiere SMART BLONDE, 11/15-12/21
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2014
City Theatre continues its 40th anniversary season with a world premiere, commissioned play. SMART BLONDE, by Willy Holtzman, directed by Peter Flynn, will run in City Theatre's Hamburg Studio November 15 - December 21, 2014.
Off the Wall Productions Presents THE SMALL ROOM AT THE TOP OF THE STAIRS, 10/17-31
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2014
Off the WALL Productions continues its mission of producing plays by, for, and about women with THE SMALL ROOM AT THE TOP OF THE STAIRS, Oct. 17-31, a psychological mystery by Canadian playwright Carole Frechette, directed by: Ingrid Sonnichsen.
Criminal Charges Against the August Wilson Center Threaten Building's Sale
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2014
The Allegheny County District Attorney, Stephen A. Zappala Jr.'s Office has filed theft and wage law charges against the August Wilson Center for African American Culture.
City Theatre 40th Anniversary Season Opens With OUTSIDE MULLINGAR, Now thru 11/2
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2014
City Theatre kicks off its 40th anniversary season with a 2014 Tony Award 'Best Play' nominee. OUTSIDE MULLINGAR, by John Patrick Shanley, directed by Tracy Brigden, will run on City Theatre's Mainstage today, October 11 - November 2, 2014.
Throughline Theatre to Stage THE LAST DAYS OF JUDAS ISARIOT, 10/24-11/1
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2014
Throughline Theatre Company finishes fifth season with The Last Days of Judas Iscariot, by Stephen Adly Guirgis October 24, 2014 at the Grey Box Theatre in Lawrenceville. 2014 Season highlights plays focused on 'Mortality and Divinity.'
PLAYS...WITH WITCHES AND WIZARDS is PICT Classic Theatre's 'Sweet Oblivious Antidote' to the Typical Pittsburgh Gala
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2014
September 30, 2014. For one night, on the eve of Halloween, PICT Classic Theatre will transform J. Verno Studios on the South Side into a den of dastardly delights! Dinner, dancing, and “spirits” of all sorts set the scene as PICT celebrates its brilliant 2014 season and this year's honorees.
Alumni Theater Company to Present I AM ARTIST at Trust Arts Education Center, 10/17-18
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2014
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is pleased to present Alumni Theater Company's (ATC) production of I AM ARTIST, premiering at the Trust Arts Education Center on Friday, October 17 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday October 18 at 7 p.m. Audiences will get to experience an electric collection of works created directly from the minds of ATC's talented teenagers themselves.
HOT METAL MUSICALS Inaugural Showcase to Kick Off March 2 at the CLO Cabaret
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2014
Musical Theatre Artists of Pittsburgh is pleased to announce Hot Metal Musicals, the group's first ever showcase of new musical theatre work. Hot Metal Musicals will feature the work of member writers, composers and lyricists and will also include work by special guest artists with ties to Pittsburgh. Free and open to the public, the showcase will be presented in cooperation with the Pittsburgh CLO on Monday, March 2, 2015 at 7:15pm at the CLO Cabaret Theater at Theatre Square, 655 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222.
Pittsburgh Public Theater to Present L'HOTEL, 11/13-12/14
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2014
Pittsburgh Public Theater's 40th anniversary Season of Legends continues with the world premiere of L'Hotel, written by Broadway veteran Ed Dixon and directed by The Public's Producing Artistic Director, Ted Pappas. L'Hotel runs November 13 - December 14, 2014 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.
2014 Young Playwrights Festival Set for This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2014
City Theatre is pleased to present the 2014 Young Playwrights Festival, this weekend, October 4 and 5 in City Theatre's Hamburg Studio.
ANNIE the Musical Coming to the Benedum Center, Opening 10/28
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2014
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is proud to annouce the new U.S. National Tour of ANNIE opening on Tuesday, October 28th and running through Sunday, November 2nd at the Benedum Center.ANNIE is part of the PNC Broadway Across America-Pittsburgh series presented by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, Broadway Across America and Pittsburgh Symphony.
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra to Debut New PNC Pops Season with HEROES AND VILLAINS, 10/17
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2014
PITTSBURGH - Guest conductor Lucas Richman leads the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Student Chorale in a concert that soars with good and evil during the opening weekend of the 2014-2015 PNC Pops season on October 17-19 at Heinz Hall.
THE GLASS MENAGERIE Runs Now thru 11/2 at Pittsburgh Public Theater
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2014
The Glass Menagerie was the first play produced by Pittsburgh Public Theater when it opened on September 17, 1975. Now the company begins its 40th anniversary Season of Legends with a brand-new production of Tennessee Williams' masterpiece. Directed by Pamela Berlin, The Glass Menagerie runs today, October 2 - November 2, 2014 at the O'Reilly Theater, Pittsburgh Public Theater's home in the heart of Downtown's Cultural District.
Photo Flash: First Look at The REP's SOUVENIR, Now Playing Through 10/12
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2014
The REP presents SOUVENIR, by Stephen Temperley and directed by Tome Cousin, through Oct. 12 at Studio Theatre. Check out a first look below!
Michael L. Marra to Star in OLIVER! at Strand Theater
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2014
MICHAEL L. MARRA ("Les Mis," Broadway & 4th National Tour, and "Jekyll & Hyde" 1st National Tour) stars as "Bill Sykes" in "Oliver!" at The Strand Theater in the northern suburbs of Pittsburgh, PA just 25 miles north of the city's central theatre district. While in rehearsal for this momentous event in the development of the growing Strand Theater, SHANE TRELOAR, who is playing "The Dodger" has been cast in the National Tour of "Elf" in the role of "Michael," to begin rehearsals October 7, the week following the closing of "Oliver!" And touring the Eastern United States through the holidays.
THE WIGGLES Come to Benedum Center Today
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2014
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces that after years of captivating children from around the globe, the number one children's entertainment group, The Wiggles, are bringing their 'catchy brand of preschool pop' (Chicago Tribune) back to North American audiences. This Fall, 'the band that rocks the cradle' (The New York Times) will delight Pittsburgh families today, September 30, 2014 at the Benedum Center, 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA.

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