Photo Flash: Sneak Peek of Elizabeth Stanley & More in Pittsburgh CLO's CATS!
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2014
Take a look at Pittsburgh CLO's production of CATS, opening tonight (July 18th)! A talented company of felines will bring Andrew Lloyd Webber's mysterious masterpiece to life on the Benedum Center stage. Scroll down to see production photos!
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2014
Take a look at Pittsburgh CLO's production of CATS, opening tonight (July 18th)! A talented company of felines will bring Andrew Lloyd Webber's mysterious masterpiece to life on the Benedum Center stage. Scroll down to see production photos!
31st Edition of MUSIKFEST to Run 8/1-5
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2014
Dinosaurs roaming through the festival grounds, performers who love to play with fire and a replica of a U.S. Space Shuttle are among the many new highlights and attractions guests will find when they attend the 31st edition of Musikfest this August. The event, the largest free music festival in the nation, will feature more than 500 performances on 14 stages over 10 days, as well as 65 food vendors, 45 artisans and tons of family fun.
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2014
Dinosaurs roaming through the festival grounds, performers who love to play with fire and a replica of a U.S. Space Shuttle are among the many new highlights and attractions guests will find when they attend the 31st edition of Musikfest this August. The event, the largest free music festival in the nation, will feature more than 500 performances on 14 stages over 10 days, as well as 65 food vendors, 45 artisans and tons of family fun.
CATS, Starring Elizabeth Stanley, Ken T. Prymus and More, Opens Tonight at Pittsburgh CLO
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2014
Jellicle cats come one, come all! Join the Jellicle Ball, today, July 18 through July 27 with Pittsburgh CLO's production of CATS! A talented company of felines will bring Andrew Lloyd Webber's mysterious masterpiece to life on the Benedum Center stage.
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2014
Jellicle cats come one, come all! Join the Jellicle Ball, today, July 18 through July 27 with Pittsburgh CLO's production of CATS! A talented company of felines will bring Andrew Lloyd Webber's mysterious masterpiece to life on the Benedum Center stage.
Throughline Theatre Launches World Premiere of Playfully Dark Comedy by Local Playwright, Now thru 7/26
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2014
Harlan Howe is a lifelong schlub, chronically unemployed, bullied by his overbearing mother, and completely lacking in confidence or fortitude. He is anything but fast-track material. What was one man's private struggle with ineptitude suddenly has ramifications beyond our mortal plane when Harlan is accidentally interviewed by a mysterious corporation, and then even more accidentally hired... as a literal messenger of Death. Even with the best and brightest Angels working to train him, can Harlan survive the usual adjustment period that comes with a new job when the stakes are so high? Will humanity survive? Or is this the Boss working in mysterious ways again?
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2014
Harlan Howe is a lifelong schlub, chronically unemployed, bullied by his overbearing mother, and completely lacking in confidence or fortitude. He is anything but fast-track material. What was one man's private struggle with ineptitude suddenly has ramifications beyond our mortal plane when Harlan is accidentally interviewed by a mysterious corporation, and then even more accidentally hired... as a literal messenger of Death. Even with the best and brightest Angels working to train him, can Harlan survive the usual adjustment period that comes with a new job when the stakes are so high? Will humanity survive? Or is this the Boss working in mysterious ways again?
Keystone Rep to Close Summer 2014 Season with SWEENEY TODD and THE GLASS MENAGERIE
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2014
Keystone Repertory Theater in Indiana, PA will wrap up it's summer 2014 season at the end of July with SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET and THE GLASS MENAGERIE.
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2014
Keystone Repertory Theater in Indiana, PA will wrap up it's summer 2014 season at the end of July with SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET and THE GLASS MENAGERIE.
MURDER FOR TWO to Play the CLO Cabaret This Fall; Scott Schwartz to Direct
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2014
Pittsburgh CLO has announced the Pittsburgh Premiere of the Off-Broadway sensation Murder For Two, October 22-January 18 at the CLO Cabaret. Everyone is a suspect in this exciting production where classic musical comedy meets Agatha Christie. In this witty and winking musical homage to old-fashioned murder mysteries, TWO performers play THIRTEEN ROLES -- not to mention the piano.
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2014
Pittsburgh CLO has announced the Pittsburgh Premiere of the Off-Broadway sensation Murder For Two, October 22-January 18 at the CLO Cabaret. Everyone is a suspect in this exciting production where classic musical comedy meets Agatha Christie. In this witty and winking musical homage to old-fashioned murder mysteries, TWO performers play THIRTEEN ROLES -- not to mention the piano.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Announces CHRISTMAS IN JULY at Market Square, 7/17
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2014
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces Christmas in July, a special event being held during the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership's Market Square Farmer's Market on Thursday, July 17th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in downtown Pittsburgh. Christmas in July promises an afternoon of entertainment and special offers as the holiday season arrives early in Pittsburgh. Featuring performances by cast members from IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS, coming to the Benedum Center this November 18-23, and the CLO Mini Stars, the event is hosted by Ron Antill and Sara Lockard of the WISH 99.7 FM Morning Crew.
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2014
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces Christmas in July, a special event being held during the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership's Market Square Farmer's Market on Thursday, July 17th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in downtown Pittsburgh. Christmas in July promises an afternoon of entertainment and special offers as the holiday season arrives early in Pittsburgh. Featuring performances by cast members from IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS, coming to the Benedum Center this November 18-23, and the CLO Mini Stars, the event is hosted by Ron Antill and Sara Lockard of the WISH 99.7 FM Morning Crew.
THE BOOK OF MORMON to Return to Heinz Hall, 9/23-10/5
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2014
Back by popular demand, THE BOOK OF MORMON, which played a record breaking two week run in 2013, returns for a limited engagement. The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces that single tickets will go on sale Thursday, July 17, 2014, at 9:00 a.m for the Pittsburgh engagement of THE BOOK OF MORMON at Heinz Hall, September 23-October 5, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2014
Back by popular demand, THE BOOK OF MORMON, which played a record breaking two week run in 2013, returns for a limited engagement. The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces that single tickets will go on sale Thursday, July 17, 2014, at 9:00 a.m for the Pittsburgh engagement of THE BOOK OF MORMON at Heinz Hall, September 23-October 5, 2014.
Prime Stage Theatre Journies Through Time with PATRIOTIC SONGS Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2014
Prime Stage Theatre is excited to present Patriotic Songs as part of 2nd Stage at Prime Stage. Ever wonder why Yankee Doodle loved macaroni so much? Or why the Star-Spangled Banner is just so darned hard to sing? Now is your chance to learn where they actually came from.
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2014
Prime Stage Theatre is excited to present Patriotic Songs as part of 2nd Stage at Prime Stage. Ever wonder why Yankee Doodle loved macaroni so much? Or why the Star-Spangled Banner is just so darned hard to sing? Now is your chance to learn where they actually came from.
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Hosts Summer 2014 Gallery Crawl Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2014
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces the line-up for its summer Gallery Crawl taking place tonight, July 11, 2014, from 5:30-10 p.m. The crawl showcases a wide variety of thought-provoking art exhibitions in downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District. Live bands, DJs, dance, comedy, film, and participatory activities are also part of the complimentary crawl events.
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2014
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces the line-up for its summer Gallery Crawl taking place tonight, July 11, 2014, from 5:30-10 p.m. The crawl showcases a wide variety of thought-provoking art exhibitions in downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District. Live bands, DJs, dance, comedy, film, and participatory activities are also part of the complimentary crawl events.
LA COUR DES MIRACLES Opens at Wood Street Galleries Today
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2014
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces the opening of La Cour des Miracles (The Court of Miracles) by artists Bill Vorn and Louis-Philippe Demers. The exhibition is on view at Wood Street Galleries today, July 11-September 7, 2014. An opening reception takes place during the Trust's quarterly Gallery Crawl today, July 11, 2014, from 5:30-9 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2014
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces the opening of La Cour des Miracles (The Court of Miracles) by artists Bill Vorn and Louis-Philippe Demers. The exhibition is on view at Wood Street Galleries today, July 11-September 7, 2014. An opening reception takes place during the Trust's quarterly Gallery Crawl today, July 11, 2014, from 5:30-9 p.m.
Pittsburgh CLO Extends RING OF FIRE Through 8/24
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2014
Due to popular demand, Ring of Fire - The Music of Johnny Cash has been extended through August 24 at the CLO Cabaret. The show was previously scheduled to close August 17. Tickets for all remaining performances are now on sale and can be purchased online at CLOCabaret.com, by calling 412-456-6666 or visiting the Box Office at Theater Square.
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2014
Due to popular demand, Ring of Fire - The Music of Johnny Cash has been extended through August 24 at the CLO Cabaret. The show was previously scheduled to close August 17. Tickets for all remaining performances are now on sale and can be purchased online at CLOCabaret.com, by calling 412-456-6666 or visiting the Box Office at Theater Square.
STAGE TUBE: Caroline Bowman and Desi Oakley Discuss Playing 'Eva Perón' in EVITA Tour
by Jillian Gaier - July 09, 2014
Caroline Bowman and Desi Oakley, the women who share the role of Eva Peron on the first national tour of EVITA, stopped by CBS Studios in Pittsburgh to discuss the show, their character, and opening night. EVITA will be playing at The Benedum Center from July 8th to July 13th. Tickets start at $35.75 and are available online at pittsburghCLO.org, by calling 412-456-6666 or at the Box Office at Theater Square. Groups of 10 or more enjoy exclusive discounts and specialty packages. Visit http://www.evitaonbroadway.com/tour.html for further information.
by Jillian Gaier - July 09, 2014
Caroline Bowman and Desi Oakley, the women who share the role of Eva Peron on the first national tour of EVITA, stopped by CBS Studios in Pittsburgh to discuss the show, their character, and opening night. EVITA will be playing at The Benedum Center from July 8th to July 13th. Tickets start at $35.75 and are available online at pittsburghCLO.org, by calling 412-456-6666 or at the Box Office at Theater Square. Groups of 10 or more enjoy exclusive discounts and specialty packages. Visit http://www.evitaonbroadway.com/tour.html for further information.
URINETOWN, AS YOU LIKE IT, 21 & More Set for Point Park's Conservatory Theatre Company's 2014-15 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2014
Point Park University's Conservatory Theatre Company will produce five works, including the world premiere of a new musical about the life of the legendary Pittsburgh Pirates Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente, in the 2014-2015 season.
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2014
Point Park University's Conservatory Theatre Company will produce five works, including the world premiere of a new musical about the life of the legendary Pittsburgh Pirates Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente, in the 2014-2015 season.
off the WALL Announces 2014-2015 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2014
Great plays, bold choices, talented artists. off the WALL is announcing the 2014-15 season, featuring three Pittsburgh premieres in the Acting Company's four-play program, as well as repertory theater.
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2014
Great plays, bold choices, talented artists. off the WALL is announcing the 2014-15 season, featuring three Pittsburgh premieres in the Acting Company's four-play program, as well as repertory theater.
Throughline Theatre Company Launches World Premiere of Playfully Dark Comedy by Local Playwright, 7/18-26
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2014
Harlan Howe is a lifelong schlub, chronically unemployed, bullied by his overbearing mother, and completely lacking in confidence or fortitude. He is anything but fast-track material. What was one man's private struggle with ineptitude suddenly has ramifications beyond our mortal plane when Harlan is accidentally interviewed by a mysterious corporation, and then even more accidentally hired... as a literal messenger of Death. Even with the best and brightest Angels working to train him, can Harlan survive the usual adjustment period that comes with a new job when the stakes are so high? Will humanity survive? Or is this the Boss working in mysterious ways again?
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2014
Harlan Howe is a lifelong schlub, chronically unemployed, bullied by his overbearing mother, and completely lacking in confidence or fortitude. He is anything but fast-track material. What was one man's private struggle with ineptitude suddenly has ramifications beyond our mortal plane when Harlan is accidentally interviewed by a mysterious corporation, and then even more accidentally hired... as a literal messenger of Death. Even with the best and brightest Angels working to train him, can Harlan survive the usual adjustment period that comes with a new job when the stakes are so high? Will humanity survive? Or is this the Boss working in mysterious ways again?
Leading Irish Dramatist Marina Carr Visits Pittsburgh to Celebrate Premiere of WOMAN AND SCARECROW
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2014
The Pittsburgh premiere of Marina Carr's Woman and Scarecrow is even more noteworthy since the acclaimed playwright is coming to Pittsburgh for the production. Artistic and Executive Director Alan Stanford extended an invitation to Marina to participate in the final week of rehearsal and the show's opening.
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2014
The Pittsburgh premiere of Marina Carr's Woman and Scarecrow is even more noteworthy since the acclaimed playwright is coming to Pittsburgh for the production. Artistic and Executive Director Alan Stanford extended an invitation to Marina to participate in the final week of rehearsal and the show's opening.
MTAP Announces Call for Submissions for HOT METAL MUSICALS, Deadline 8/1
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2014
MTAP-Musical Theatre Artists of Pittsburgh is asking musical theatre artists and songwriters to submit their new musical theatre work to MTAPgh@gmail.com by August 1 to be considered for its inaugural showcase "Hot Metal Musicals." The showcase, planned for early 2015, aims to raise the profile of new musical theatre work developed by current and prospective MTAP members.
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2014
MTAP-Musical Theatre Artists of Pittsburgh is asking musical theatre artists and songwriters to submit their new musical theatre work to MTAPgh@gmail.com by August 1 to be considered for its inaugural showcase "Hot Metal Musicals." The showcase, planned for early 2015, aims to raise the profile of new musical theatre work developed by current and prospective MTAP members.
Israeli Conductor Omer Meir Wellber to Make US Debut with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, 10/10-12
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2014
Omer Meir Wellber, music director of the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia in Valencia, will make his U.S. conducting debut with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra at Heinz Hall in downtown Pittsburgh on Oct. 10-12, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2014
Omer Meir Wellber, music director of the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia in Valencia, will make his U.S. conducting debut with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra at Heinz Hall in downtown Pittsburgh on Oct. 10-12, 2014.
Prime Stage Theatre to Journey Through Time with PATRIOTIC SONGS, 7/11
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2014
Prime Stage Theatre is excited to present Patriotic Songs as part of 2nd Stage at Prime Stage. Ever wonder why Yankee Doodle loved macaroni so much? Or why the Star-Spangled Banner is just so darned hard to sing? Now is your chance to learn where they actually came from.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2014
Prime Stage Theatre is excited to present Patriotic Songs as part of 2nd Stage at Prime Stage. Ever wonder why Yankee Doodle loved macaroni so much? Or why the Star-Spangled Banner is just so darned hard to sing? Now is your chance to learn where they actually came from.
12 Peers Theater Presents The World Premiere of Philip Real's CACTUS, Now thru 7/13
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2014
Written by local playwright Philip Real, Cactus is a World Premiere play, produced as the final show of their third season, by 12 Peers Theater. A loose adaptation of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, Cactus moves the events to the Arizona border. Two conflicting vampire families patrol the area; one working with the United States Government to kill illegal border crossers, the other protecting them. When Ron and Julie, two seemingly teenaged vampires from the opposing families, fall in love, will it bring their families closer together, or drive them farther apart? Cactus is a play about doing whatever it takes to protect the people you care about, and the dangers that can complicate even the best intentions.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2014
Written by local playwright Philip Real, Cactus is a World Premiere play, produced as the final show of their third season, by 12 Peers Theater. A loose adaptation of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, Cactus moves the events to the Arizona border. Two conflicting vampire families patrol the area; one working with the United States Government to kill illegal border crossers, the other protecting them. When Ron and Julie, two seemingly teenaged vampires from the opposing families, fall in love, will it bring their families closer together, or drive them farther apart? Cactus is a play about doing whatever it takes to protect the people you care about, and the dangers that can complicate even the best intentions.
Playwright Marina Carr Headed to Pittsburgh for PICT's WOMAN AND THE SCARECROW, 7/7-14
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2014
Marina Carr's play Woman and Scarecrow is a perfect embodiment of the bittersweet humor and comical tragedy that pervades the plays of the Irish, much like PICT's production Waiting for Godot that closed June 21. Alan Stanford will direct this third play in PICT's season, which he selected "because of its delicate investigation of the one event in our lives that we all share. The leaving of it."
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2014
Marina Carr's play Woman and Scarecrow is a perfect embodiment of the bittersweet humor and comical tragedy that pervades the plays of the Irish, much like PICT's production Waiting for Godot that closed June 21. Alan Stanford will direct this third play in PICT's season, which he selected "because of its delicate investigation of the one event in our lives that we all share. The leaving of it."
EVITA National Tour to Run 7/8-13 at Benedum Center
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2014
Experience the passion and seduction in this elegant masterpiece - Tony Award-winning musical EVITA, July 8-13 at the Benedum Center.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2014
Experience the passion and seduction in this elegant masterpiece - Tony Award-winning musical EVITA, July 8-13 at the Benedum Center.
709 Penn Presents Jo-Anne Bates' MONOTYPE PRINTS, 7/25-8/31
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2014
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust presents a visual art exhibition of vibrant and abstract mixed-media monotype prints. Artist Jo-Anne Bates was inspired to create the works in Monotype Prints: An Exploration of Color from her travels in South Africa nearly ten years ago. The exhibition is on view at the Trust's 709 Penn Gallery July 25-August 31, 2014, and an opening reception takes place July 25, 2014, from 5:30-8 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2014
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust presents a visual art exhibition of vibrant and abstract mixed-media monotype prints. Artist Jo-Anne Bates was inspired to create the works in Monotype Prints: An Exploration of Color from her travels in South Africa nearly ten years ago. The exhibition is on view at the Trust's 709 Penn Gallery July 25-August 31, 2014, and an opening reception takes place July 25, 2014, from 5:30-8 p.m.
Photo Flash: First Look at Pittsburg CLO's Production of FOOTLOOSE
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2014
Get ready to "cut loose" with this Pittsburgh CLO premiere! When teenager Ren McCormack moves from the big city to middle-of-nowhere Bomont, where even dancing is against the law, he's in for a real case of culture shock. After falling for the preacher's daughter, Ren really shakes things up. When he and fellow rebellious teenagers defy authority and dare to dance, the result is a fast-paced rock 'n roll musical featuring the Billboard-topping hits "Footloose," "Let's Hear It for the Boy," "Almost Paradise" and "Holding Out for a Hero."
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2014
Get ready to "cut loose" with this Pittsburgh CLO premiere! When teenager Ren McCormack moves from the big city to middle-of-nowhere Bomont, where even dancing is against the law, he's in for a real case of culture shock. After falling for the preacher's daughter, Ren really shakes things up. When he and fellow rebellious teenagers defy authority and dare to dance, the result is a fast-paced rock 'n roll musical featuring the Billboard-topping hits "Footloose," "Let's Hear It for the Boy," "Almost Paradise" and "Holding Out for a Hero."
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