All stories by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette on BroadwayStars

Friday, November 29, 2019

Are Pittsburgh theatergoers ready for plays on racism, aging and LBJ? by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Reviews of Broadway shows include “Slave Play,” “The Height of the Storm,” “The Great Society” and “Forbidden Broadway.” 

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 08:00AM

Shop Holiday: See It live gifts by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

We’ve got your ticket to live performance gifts, from “The SpongeBob Musical” to Celine Dion in concert to PBT’s “Beauty and the Beast.”

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 06:00AM
Wednesday, November 27, 2019

Movies to continue at Harris Theater Downtown despite PCAM layoffs by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Pittsburgh Cultural Trust plans to continue scheduled screenings of movies at Downtown’s Harris Theater 

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 06:11PM

Is it magic? Is it theater? Robert Ramirez does both by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Robert Ramirez, “The Musical Theater Magician,” blend his two worlds at Liberty Magic, Downtown, from Wednesday through Jan. 5.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 08:00AM
Tuesday, November 26, 2019

Catch up with Billy Porter for Thanksgiving and 'New Year's Rockin' Eve' by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The Tony- and Emmy-winning Pittsburgh native with perform at the Macy’s parade, then host ABCs 2020 countdown from New Orleans.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 01:45PM
Monday, November 25, 2019

Theater roundup: 'Dance Nation,' 'Les Mis' and 'Forever Plaid' by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

A sampling of what’s happening in Pittsburgh this week, from Braddock to the Benedum Center.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 02:14PM

How will these Broadway musicals play in Pittsburgh? by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

While watching six Broadway musicals in five days, a reviewer asks herself: “How will this play in Pittsburgh?”

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 08:00AM
Saturday, November 23, 2019

From diva to director: Internationally acclaimed Cornetti to lead Pittsburgh Festival Opera by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“Having the opportunity to share my career experiences with Pittsburgh Festival Opera is yet another dream come true,” Ms. Cornetti said.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 09:47PM
Friday, November 22, 2019

Point Park cancels musical due to student concerns over racist content by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“Adding Machine: A Musical” was dropped by the dean of the Conservatory of Performing Arts after complaints voiced at a town hall meeting.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 08:54PM
Thursday, November 21, 2019

Cell phones not welcome in theaters -- unless you can't use them by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

New tech allows you to hold on to —  but not access — your smartphone during live performances.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 08:00AM

Barebones steps in a different direction for coming-of-age 'Dance Nation' by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The 2018 play opening in Braddock Friday unleashes the power of tween-age girls in a competitive dance troupe.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM
Wednesday, November 20, 2019

Review: An enchanted evening with Telly Leung at the Trust Cabaret by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The CMU grad and star of Broadway’s “Aladdin” returns to Pittsburgh with a jazzy set of Broadway and pop standards.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 10:18AM
Tuesday, November 19, 2019

Review: 'School Girls' teaches consequences of cruel intentions by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Wicked humor punctuates the meanness of judging a girl by her color in the play inspired by “Mean Girls.”

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM
Thursday, October 3, 2019

10 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Oct. 4-6 by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“Off the Record XIX: Heaven Help Us!” pokes fun at the news and newsmakers, and nine other picks to check out this weekend.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 08:30AM
Thursday, September 12, 2019

Pittsburgh's comedy calendar for the fall season by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Lots of comedians will be visiting town.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 10:00AM
Thursday, September 5, 2019
Thursday, August 29, 2019

Pittsburgh Performance Arts Festival moves into Millvale by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Festival is a mix of local, national and international artists.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

The best things happening in Pittsburgh this weekend: Aug. 29-Sept. 2 by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Labor Day festivities include the Rib Fest at Heinz FIeld, the Indiana County Fair and the Allegheny County Music Festival and more!.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM
Saturday, August 24, 2019

Theater reviews: 'Greatest Hits' energize Second City troupe at the O'Reilly by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

At the former Lava Lounge South Side, Vigilance Theater welcomes you to an immersive fantasy thriller.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:56PM
Thursday, August 15, 2019

Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival is a rousing trip back in time by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

New this year is the Squire of the Wire and the Vodca Family.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 08:00AM

Pittsburgh New Works Festival has a change of scenery in 29th year by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The festival featuring original one-act plays opens Aug. 18 with LabWorks readings, now on the campus of Duquesne University.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM
Monday, July 22, 2019

Cheers! Ranking by British group puts Pittsburgh as 12th most cultural city for students by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Pittsburgh was 12th in the world, and sixth nationally in the rankings of “most cultural cities for students.”

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 01:43PM
Monday, July 15, 2019
Monday, June 24, 2019
Friday, May 24, 2019

Review: Front Porch delivers a sweet beginning to summer with 'Bright Star' by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The Tony-nominated Steve Martin-Edie Brickell musical gets a glowing local production at the New Hazlett Theater.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:49PM
Wednesday, May 22, 2019

The best things happening in Pittsburgh this weekend by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

It’s a busy Memorial Weekend with Sandcastle opening, a festival at Kennywood, “Dear Evan Hansen,” concerts and more.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 08:00PM
Thursday, May 16, 2019

Celebration of Bulgarian culture in McKeesport this Saturday by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

It will be an evening of music, song, dance and food in McKeesport and West Homestead on May 18. 

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 03:52PM

Hot List: The best of what’s happening in Pittsburgh this summer by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The best of what’s happening in Pittsburgh this summer.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 06:30AM