We will choose Performer of the Year for 2020-21 by Christopher Rawson and Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Worth the risk? Pittsburgh theaters' comeback caution deserves our support by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

In Texas and Utah, COVID-19 forces swift closings of reopened theaters, but others still plan a summer comeback. 

Danson to Denzel: A fangirl reflects on 40 years of interviews by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Sharon Eberson’s chats with Hollywood and Broadway celebrities, authors and artists, and why Ian McKellen yelled at her. 

Pitt preps to slay online dragons with virtual 'She Kills Monsters' by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The online production follows on the heels of a 2018 and ‘19 stage success of the popular play.

‘Hamilton’ director talks about his Pittsburgh ties, Disney film and spit by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Thomas Kail hopes the movie, on whatever size screen it is seen, inspires fans to return to live theater when the time is right.  

Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre steps into the future with new Downtown home by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The new space has inspired Mark Clayton Southers & Co. to plan a 2020-21 season of in-person shows and online viewing.

City Theatre, Pittsburgh Playhouse partner to develop new works by 5 local playwrights by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The 10-minute one-act works will represent up-to-the-minute themes, in the year of a pandemic and Black Lives Matter.

Broadway will remain dark through 2020 by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The previous date for theater reopening in New York City had been Sept. 6.

Quantum Theatre takes 'leap of faith,' announcing shows in parks and indoors by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“An Odyssey,” “Chimerica” and new musical “The Current War” were announced for in-person audiences. 

End of the road: Pittsburgh will not see a Broadway tour in 2020 by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Disney+ offers first glimpse of 'Hamilton' with official trailer by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The megahit musical, filmed with its original cast, comes to the streaming service on July 3.

August Wilson to receive 2021 star on Hollywood Walk of Fame by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The late Pittsburgh Playwright is among 35 members named to the Class of 2021, even as 2020 ceremonies are on hold due to COVID-19.

Black Theatre United launches campaign to tackle industry racism by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Celebrity voices of Billy Porter, Phylicia Rashad, Viola Davis and many more focus on awareness, accountability, advocacy and action. 

Zachary Quinto leads the way for Children's Museum of Pittsburgh's kindness initiative by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Celebrities such as Billy Porter, Franco Harris and Josh Bell appeared on the video gala Sunday, when the initiative was announced.

Quantum Theatre teases announcement of in-person outdoor events by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The theater known for its environmental productions also will present its first online production, with “married or cohabitating couples.”

Black theater artists herald a new day in a proclamation and celebration by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Some of the entertainment industry’s biggest names issue a statement, “Dear White American Theater,” inspired by playwright August Wilson.

Zachary Quinto, Katharine McPhee, Franco Harris join the team for Children's Museum virtual gala by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The Great Night In Gala on Sunday, June 14, is open to the public and includes the Pirates’ Josh Bell, illustrator Mo Willems and more.

Pittsburgh theaters of all sizes are on a treasure hunt for funding by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Like all businesses dependent on congregating, COVID-19 and social distancing have sent the performing arts industry into crisis mode.

Pittsburgher Griffin Matthews speaks out about 'Amy Coopers' of Broadway by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“I may never make it to Broadway for speaking out against the horrific treatment that I received, and all of the Amy Coopers will be fine.”

LEGO Cathedral of Learning sprouts in Shadyside during quarantine by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Quarantining alone in his apartment, set designer Johnmichael Bohach has created a model of the Cathedral of Learning with 2,000 LEGOs.

Pittsburgh Public postpones online comedy out of respect for nation's grief by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The Downtown theater has not yet rescheduled “The Cake” as it expresses respect and solidarity in this “moment of reckoning.”

Little Lake & friends borrow a page out of 'Hamilton' to say, 'We'll Be Back' by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The collaborative video was created “to be whimsical and fun, and make us all feel better.”

State freezes $1 million in arts funding to 53 Western Pa. groups by Marylynne Pitz and Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Arts groups scramble after the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts reneges on grants for operating expenses.  

Broadway in Pittsburgh juggles lineup again, aims for October opening by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“Aint’ Too Proud” moves to next season, with “Hadestown” and “Tootsie” bookending 2020-21, and “Hamilton” in January.

Duo drop kicks COVID-19 blues with DIY Broadway tribute by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“Margaritaville” actor Trent Soyster and Rockette Maddie Rodrigue create viral video in his family’s Franklin Park home.

City of Asylum lines up local arts innovators by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

RealTime Interventions and BOOM Concepts are among the local creators taking their works to “The Show Must Go(Online).”

Front Porch Theatricals will skip 2020; move musicals to 2021 by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“A Man of No Importance” and “Grand Hotel” have been rescheduled for next summer, with the same casts.

Actress Kara Mikula is live in New York — and grateful by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

South Hills native Kara Mikula tells a harrowing story of fighting COVID-19 in a New York City hospital during the worst days of the pandemic.

Pittsburgh Playhouse has its eye on the election in 2020-21 season by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Al Franken, “Angels in America: Part One” and the return of “Pippin” are among the highlights if Point Park and theaters return in the fall,

Celebrity alums add their voices to CMU's virtual commencement ceremony by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Billy Porter, Ted Danson, Ming-Na Wen, David Tepper and more participate in the virtual graduation for Carnegie Mellon students worldwide.

By you, for you: Pittsburgh CLO's Google Doc Musical by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Amid the glut of online content, the communal creation stands out as something unexpected in the realm of theatrical engagement.