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Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents
Series: celtic thunder:
legacy — An exciting, upbeat
SEPT new Celtic Thunder show
celebrating Irish and Celtic influences on
music from around the world.
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Pittsburgh Cultural Trust
Benedum Center / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $37.75
re:new Festival — A monthlong celebration of creative
reuse, sustainability and
SEPT transformation — featuring
exhibits, music, eco-tours, markets, familyfriendly workshops, films and talks. Visit
renewfestival.com or call 412-391-2060
ext. 248 for more information.
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Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council &
Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership
Locations throughout the Cultural District and
downtown / FREE and open to the public (unless
noted otherwise)
n Runs through Oct. 9
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Second Saturday Art Workshops:
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Pittsburgh sketch crawl
— Bring a sketch book, drawing
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instruments, lunch and a chair,
and draw what you see in downtown’s
scenic plazas. Artist/illustrator Rick Antolic
assists with sketches as needed. For all
ages; children 16 and under must be
accompanied by an adult.
Meeting location: Agnes R. Katz Plaza, Seventh
Street & Penn Avenue
10 a.m.–2 p.m. / FREE
rePurPosed tin art — Learn how to
turn an old tin into a unique work of art.
Join artist Kim Fox to safely deconstruct tin
cans, using the pieces to create a collaged
image on reclaimed wood. For adults; no
experience necessary.
1–4 p.m. / $20
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Trust Arts Education Center, 805-807 Liberty Ave.
12–4 p.m. / FREE
Registration required at TrustArts.org/education
giada valenti: From Venice with
Love — The Italian songstress takes
audiences on a romantic and magical
journey.
Trust Guest Attractions
Byham Theater / 7:30 p.m.
Tickets start at $39.25
australian Pink Floyd —
An audiovisual spectacular
featuring a million-dollar light
SEPT show, multiple inflatables and
stunning laser effects synchronized with
pitch-perfect renditions of Pink Floyd’s
biggest hits.
Peter & Paul — The legendary folk
artists reunite to perform their timeless
classics for one special evening.
Heinz Hall / 7 p.m. / Tickets start at $35
moonlight masquerade —
Gil Shaham — one of today’s preeminent
violinists — joins Music Director Manfred
Honeck and your Pittsburgh Symphony
Orchestra for its annual Gala concert
featuring Sarasate’s “Carmen Fantasy,”
Debussy’s “Clair de lune,” Prokofiev’s
“Masks” from Romeo and Juliet and more.
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Arts Workshop:
steelers nation t-shirt
transFormation —
SEPT Attention, Steelers fans! Join
Lisa Leibering to repurpose your old
Steelers T-shirt into something else —
a fabric boa, scarf or necklace showing
your Steelers spirit. Bring your own
Steelers T-shirt to be transformed.
Suitable for all ages and abilities.
Part of the Re:NEW Festival.
SAT
“weird al” yankovic
The Mandatory World Tour —
The comedic performer returns
SEPT with a brand new rock and
comedy multimedia extravaganza.
FRI
16
Benedum Center / 8 p.m.
Benedum Center / 8 p.m.
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
Heinz Hall / 7 p.m.
Tickets start at $25 (for concert)
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10 a.m. / $10.50
Advanced reservations required 412-471-6930
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PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh
Benedum Center / Tickets start at $31
n Also Sept. 21, 22, 23, 24, 25
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gallery crawl in the
cultural district —
A free, festive showcase of arts
and entertainment.
Locations throughout the Cultural District
5:30–10 p.m. / FREE and open to the public
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csa Pgh small mall — A local,
community-supported art market featuring
prints, ceramic objects, clothing and more
for sale, plus salon services, a food court
and beer.
SPACE, 811 Liberty Ave.
Friday 5:30–10 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
n Also Sept. 24
Soul Sessions: raheem devaughn —
R&B, neo soul singer and songwriter.
August Wilson Center / 9 p.m. / $45
the bold & the sanctiFied ii
— “American Idol” winner Ruben
Studdard headlines this musical
SEPT comedy chronicling the struggles
between a black and a white pastor when
they combine congregations for financial
reasons. Racial conflict and tension ensue.
From the choir to the pulpit — everything is
hilariously affected by the union. Can they
make it work?
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Byham Theater / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $41.75
2016 FA LL E V E N T S
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Student Matinee: Pittsburgh
Shakespeare in the Park:
the comedy oF errors —
SEPT A fast-paced, vaudeville-inspired
production of Shakespeare’s The Comedy
of Errors for middle school and high school
students. Silly high jinks illuminate one of
Shakespeare’s shortest and most accessible
plays, appealing to audiences of all ages.
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kinky boots — The smash-hit
musical and winner of six Tony
Awards® transports audiences
SEPT from a Northampton shoe
factory to the glamorous catwalks of Milan.
Charlie Price is struggling to live up to his
father’s expectations and continue the
family shoe business. Help arrives in the
unlikely but spectacular form of Lola,
a fabulous performer in need of sturdy
new stilettos.
TUE
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and WYEP 91.3
Byham Theater / 7 p.m. / Tickets start at $25
TUE Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents
Series: the wiggles — The
popular children’s group that
SEPT wiggled its way to worldwide
fame celebrates its 25th birthday with a
new live on-stage show.
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Russian Grand Ballet presents
sleePing beauty — The
renowned, world-class troupe
SEPT performs its translation of the
beloved fairy tale for one special
engagement.
WED
kansas — The prog rock
band celebrates the 40th
anniversary of its breakthrough
SEPT album “Leftoverture,”
performing the album in its entirety,
along with hit songs, deep cuts and new
songs from the forthcoming release
“The Prelude Implicit.”
FRI
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Benedum Center / 7:30 p.m.
Pittsburgh Public Theater
O’Reilly Theater / Tickets start at $30
n Also Sept. 30; Oct. 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 13, 14,
15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30
tom Jones — One of the most popular
vocalists to emerge from the 1960s, Tom
Jones has sung many forms of popular
music — pop, rock, R&B, show tunes,
country, dance, soul music and gospel.
PNC Pops: the music oF John
williams — Lawrence Loh, conductor.
John Williams transports listeners
beyond our imagination to new worlds
and heart-pounding adventures. Your
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra performs
John Williams’ music from “Superman,”
“Indiana Jones,” “Harry Potter,” “Star
Wars” and “The Force Awakens.”
Benedum Center / 7:30 p.m.
Heinz Hall / Tickets start at $24
n Also Oct. 1, 2
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the Fantasticks — The
longest-running musical in the
world opened off-Broadway in
SEPT 1960, played for 42 years and
was quickly revived. With imaginatively
simple staging, “The Fantasticks” tells the
story of two fathers (and next-door
neighbors) and their elaborate scheme to
bring their son and daughter together.
Features iconic songs “Try to Remember”
and “Soon It’s Gonna Rain.”
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mountain stage with
larry groce Featuring Billy
Bragg & Joe Henry, LAU and
SEPT Robert Ellis — Pittsburgh
listeners have their first chance to
experience Mountain Stage, the longestrunning public radio program of its kind
that is recorded in front of an audience and
heard across the country on 170 NPR
stations each week.
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ghost stories — Storyteller
Alison Babusci shares some of
her favorite, spine-tingling tales,
OCT as well as hauntingly funny
ones. Suitable for children 5+ with an
accompanying adult. Part of the Re:NEW
Festival.
THU
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12–1 p.m. / FREE
styX — The legendary arena rock band
from the ’70s and ’80s is known for its big
rockers and soaring power ballads.
Pittsburgh Opera
n Also Oct. 11, 14, 16
brian regan — One of the premier
comedians in the nation today strikes a
perfect balance of sophisticated writing
and physicality.
andrew bird — The prolific
songwriter/multi-instrumentalist, who first
gained acclaim through his work with
Squirrel Nut Zippers, is touring in support
of his latest release, “Are You Serious.”
BNY Mellon Grand Classics:
Pinchas zukerman —
Manfred Honeck, conductor;
OCT Pinchas Zukerman, violin. The
legendary violinist will dazzle with Bruch’s
Violin Concerto No. 1. Also hear Composer
of the Year Sir James MacMillan’s bustling,
patriotic orchestral fantasy, Britannia,
which mixes march tunes, Irish reels, jigs
and a Cockney drinking song.
FRI
MON Heinz Hall Presents:
il divo: amor & Pasion
tour — The record-breaking
OCT classical crossover group that
has sold more than 30 million albums
worldwide are touring in support of their
new release “Amor & Pasion.”
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Heinz Hall / 7:30 p.m. / Tickets start at $59
Robert Morris University
Pittsburgh Speaker Series:
rita moreno — Rita Moreno
OCT won an Academy Award for
portraying Anita in “West Side Story.” She
is one of only 12 actors to have won all
four major awards — an Oscar, an Emmy,
a Grammy and a Tony. Moreno recently
received a Lifetime Artistic Achievement
Award at the Kennedy Center Honors.
n Also Oct. 9
WED
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WONDERHEADS: GRIM AND FISCHER
Heinz Hall / 8 p.m. / Subscription only
OCT
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performance days
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August Wilson Center / 8 p.m.
$25 show & party; $5–$10 party only
la traviata — Verdi’s
La Traviata (the fallen woman)
tells the compelling tale of love,
OCT intrigue, money and power in
19th-century France. The heart-wrenching
story of courtesan Violetta Valéry explores
grand themes through intimate family
drama. From the rousing “Brindisi” drinking
song to its touching arias, the singing and
music of La Traviata are sure to delight.
SAT
Multiple Choice: wonderheads:
grim and Fischer — Like “watching
a living cartoon,” Wonderheads is an
imaginative and whimsical physical theater
company that tells exquisite, visual stories.
Rich soundscapes, fantastical puppetry,
timeless slapstick and deft physicality
inform this award-winning comedy
about a tenacious granny who faces the
Grim Reaper. “Multiple Choice” events
include access to food trucks and postperformance events.
Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh and
SAG-AFTRA Ohio-Pittsburgh
Byham Theater / 6:30 p.m. reception;
8 p.m. performance / Tickets start at $30.75
Pittsburgh Dance Council: martha
graham dance comPany — The name
“Martha Graham” evokes excellence in
contemporary dance. In this program, the
company showcases new translations of
time-honored Graham masterpieces
alongside newly commissioned works by
some of today’s most exciting dance
visionaries.
esPeranza sPalding — The awardwinning jazz crossover bassist is touring
in support of her new release “Emily’s
D+Evolution.”
oFF the record Xvi:
it’s huuuge! — The annual
musical satire of Pittsburgh news
OCT and newsmakers written and
performed by professional actors and local
media who usually report with straight
faces. Proceeds benefit Greater Pittsburgh
Community Food Bank.
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Heinz Hall / 7:30 p.m. / Tickets start at $48.50
THU Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents
Series: basetrack live —
An intimate and powerful
OCT documentary theater piece
about the impact of war on veterans and
their families.
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alan cumming sings
saPPy songs — The meteoric
star of stage, screen and
OCT television performs his
acclaimed Café Carlyle cabaret act.
FRI
14
Byham Theater / 8 p.m.
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arw — YES fans, rejoice! The
original line-up of Jon Anderson,
Trevor Rabin and Rick Wakeman
OCT reunite after 25 years for one
special evening to perform classic gems by
the definitive prog rock band.
WED
BNY Mellon Grand Classics: dvořák’s
new world — Manfred Honeck,
conductor. A stunning combination of film
and music, the Pittsburgh Symphony
completes a trilogy for NASA films. The
performance includes the U.S. premiere of
Sir James MacMillan’s (2016–17 Composer
of the Year) Symphony No. 4. Dvořák’s
Symphony No. 9, “From the New World,”
and features high-definition footage of
the cosmos.
Trust Cabaret Series: billy
Porter: broadway and soul
— The Pittsburgh native won a Tony
OCT Award for his performance as Lola
in “Kinky Boots.” In this intimate performance,
Porter presents an evening of songs and
stories from his experiences on Broadway.
n Also Oct. 15, 16
Finding neverland —
Broadway’s biggest new hit based
on the critically acclaimed Academy
OCT Award®-nominated film “Finding
Neverland” tells the incredible story behind
one of the world’s most beloved characters:
Peter Pan. The magic of J.M. Barrie’s classic
tale springs spectacularly to life in this
heartwarming theatrical event for audiences
of all ages.
Patrizio buanne —
The Italian crooner has made
his mark over the last 10 years
OCT with his modern, yet authentic
interpretations of Italian standards.
SAT
15
WQED Multimedia
Cabaret at Theater Square / 7:30 p.m.
Tickets start at $55
TUE
18
n Also Oct. 19, 20, 21, 22, 23
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Pittsburgh Symphony Association
Heinz Hall, Dorothy Porter Simmons Regency
Rooms / 12:30 p.m. / $2
FUSE@PSO: bartók + bJörk —
Steve Hackman, conductor. A colorful
and evocative combination of Bartók’s
Concerto for Orchestra alongside
selections from Icelandic singer/songwriter
Björk’s first three albums, “Debut,” “Post”
and “Homogenic.” Three vocalists join the
Pittsburgh Symphony and Hackman for
this one-of-a-kind performance. The
experience begins at 5 p.m. with happy
hour drink specials and activities.
Heinz Hall / 5 p.m. / $30; $35 at door
Jekyll & hyde — Pittsburgh
CAPA Orchestra joins Pittsburgh
Musical Theater in presenting
OCT the epic struggle between good
and evil in the mesmerizing musical
phenomenon based on the classic story
by Robert Louis Stevenson.
THU
20
Pittsburgh Musical Theater
Byham Theater / Tickets start at $15.75
n Also Oct. 21, 22, 23
Pittsburgh Dance Council:
bill t. Jones / arnie zane
comPany — A powerful oral
OCT history of a 95-year-old French
Jewish nurse/social worker, “Analogy/Dora:
Tramontane” reveals a harrowing and
inspirational story told through 25 dance
chapters. This beautifully choreographed
narrative gives voice to Dora’s painful life
during World War II and her courageous
work with the Jewish underground.
“Dora” is a moving portrait of perseverance
and survival.
FRI
21
August Wilson Center / 8 p.m.
n Also Oct. 22
performance days
Series: Pedal Punk —
Cirque Mechanics’ eye-catching
OCT and hugely entertaining show
combines traditional circus disciplines with
new theatrical elements, exploring the
dynamic relationship between cyclists and
their machines. Witness this inspiring
acrobatic whirlwind live on stage.
Midnight Radio:
night oF the living dead n’at —
Pittsburgh’s own cult horror classic is
adapted in “Midnight Radio” signature
1940s radio broadcast style. Tami Dixon
recreates this terrorizing tale in a
horrifically hilarious interpretation.
Visit bricolagepgh.org for more information
and to purchase tickets.
Bricolage Production Company
937 Liberty Avenue / Tickets start at $25
n Also Oct. 28, 29, 31; Nov. 4, 5, 10, 11, 12
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Robert Morris University
ehud barak — Barak was
OCT prime minister of Israel from
1999–2001, following a 35-year career in
the Israel Defense Forces. He was a Labor
Party leader, including minister of defense
and deputy prime minister from 2009–13.
WED
giselle with the Pbt
orchestra — One of the most
exquisite character arcs in ballet,
OCT this romantic masterpiece depicts
love and betrayal with heartbreaking
beauty. A lover’s lie triggers a tragic turn of
fate for a young village girl. PBT unveils
brand-new scenic and costume designs,
bringing a new twist to this signature work.
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Series: odd squad live! —
All-new stage production based
OCT on the popular PBS children’s
show centers on the extraordinary
adventures of Olive and Otto, two young
government agents who use math skills
and teamwork to solve unusual cases —
from disappearing zeroes to runaway
dinosaurs.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre
n Also Oct. 29, 30
THU
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PNC Pops: the midtown men —
Todd Ellison, conductor; vocals by Christian
Hoff, Michael Longoria, Daniel Reichard and
J. Robert Spencer. Direct from Broadway
come the original cast members of Jersey
Boys reunited to harmonize hit songs
from the 1960s by The Four Seasons, The
Beach Boys, The Beatles and Motown,
among others.
carol burnett — An evening of
laughter and reflection, Burnett fields
questions from the audience, harkening
back to the legendary openings of
“The Carol Burnett Show” when studio
audiences had an unfiltered opportunity
to engage directly with Carol.
n Also Oct. 29, 30
Heinz Hall / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $63.75
ODD SQUAD LIVE!
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Music 101: stePhen
kostyniak: blowing my
own horn — The Pittsburgh
OCT Symphony’s Associate Principal
Horn leads an engaging and informal
lunchtime lecture and recital.
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gino vannelli — The
crooning ’70s pop rock singer,
songwriter, musician and
composer.
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Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents Series:
r.e.m. rock violin concerto —
Mike Mills of the iconic band R.E.M.
performs a unique concerto composed
for violin and band with violinist
Robert McDuffie.
salome — Originally
censored in Vienna and
banned in London, Richard
NOV Strauss’ “Salome” is now
considered a classic. Based on the play
by the one and only Oscar Wilde,
“Salome” recreates the biblical story of
King Herod, his daughter Salome and
John the Baptist (Jochanaan).
SAT
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Pittsburgh Opera
n Also Nov. 8, 11, 13
loreena mckennitt: a trio
PerFormance — For two decades,
the Canadian singer/songwriter has
recorded and performed “eclectic Celtic”
music. Along the way, Loreena McKennitt
has earned critical acclaim and a huge
fan base worldwide.
Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents Series:
the caPitol stePs: what to
eXPect when you’re electing
— For more than 30 years, The Capitol
Steps has put the “mock” in democracy.
This timely performance takes on the
2016 presidential election.
Heinz Hall Presents: lea delaria –
hot Jazz & cool comedy —
Lea DeLaria achieved overnight stardom
with her SAG Award-winning, stand-out
role as Carrie “Big Boo” Black in “Orange
Is the New Black.” However, DeLaria’s
brilliant, multifaceted career as a
comedian, actress and jazz musician
has spanned decades.
Pyso Fall concert —
Music Director Francesco
Lecce-Chong and the young
NOV orchestra offer up a taste of
Spain with works by De Falla, Bizet,
Rimsky-Korsakov and Brahms. Visit
pyso.org or call 412-392-4872 to order
FREE tickets.
SUN
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Pittsburgh Youth Symphony Orchestra
Heinz Hall / 7 p.m. / FREE
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Soul Sessions:
lalah hathaway —
Soul, jazz and gospel singer.
between riverside &
crazy — In this 2015
Pulitzer Prize-winner, Walter
NOV is a retired police officer who
lives in a disorderly but very desirable
rent-controlled apartment. Walter
shares his chaotic home with son
Junior, the foxy Lulu, and a convicted
felon. Oh, and the dog. Things get even
trickier when an ambitious NYPD
couple and a surprising church lady
barge in. The heart of this dark and
entertaining comedy shows that — no
matter what — life is full of possibilities.
THU
10
Pittsburgh Public Theater
O’Reilly Theater / Tickets start at $25
n Also Nov. 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20,
22, 23, 25, 26, 27, 29, 30; Dec. 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7,
8, 9, 10, 11
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R.E.M. ROCK VIOLIN CONCERTO
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music oF Porgy & bess
(a weekend in l.a.) —
NOV Leonard Slatkin, conductor;
Simone Porter, violin. Join the Pittsburgh
Symphony Orchestra for a weekend of
music celebrating the city of Los Angeles.
Between each piece, American
conductor Leonard Slatkin will delight
the audience with stories of life in L.A.
and his family ties to the glamorous
world of Hollywood.
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Fountains oF rome —
Gianandrea Noseda, conductor;
NOV Cynthia Koledo DeAlmeida, oboe.
The beloved Italian conductor and newly
appointed National Symphony Orchestra
music director, Gianandrea Noseda,
conducts Respighi’s symphonic poem,
“The Fountains of Rome,” the first of a
“Roman trilogy” depicting a fountain at
different times of the day.
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n Also Nov. 13
Fiddlesticks Family Concert:
around the house! — Join
Fiddlesticks and musicians from
NOV the Pittsburgh Symphony for
stories and music about favorite family
traditions and celebrations. Sing along
with melodies passed down from
generation to generation, and enjoy
hearing Pittsburgh Symphony musicians
perform with their families.
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Heinz Hall / 11:15 a.m.; Discovery Time
Adventures begin at 10 a.m.
Second Saturday Art Workshops:
whodunit? a mystery writing
workshoP — Do you like solving
mysteries? Discover that good writers are
like detectives, noticing details that others
miss. In this workshop led by Julie Albright,
participants read mystery tales, find clues
and write their own short mystery stories.
Suitable for ages 9+.
11 a.m.–2 p.m. / $20
career eXPloration: Panoramic
theater workshoP — Go behind the
scenes of a theatrical production to learn
about sets, lighting, sound, costumes,
marketing and stage management.
Using a scene from “A Christmas Story,”
instructor Seth Laidlaw addresses the
creative process and breadth of careers in
professional theater. Suitable for ages 12+.
12–3 p.m. / $25
EQT Bridge Theater Series: a simPle
sPace: gravity & other myths
(Australia) — Get up close and become fully
immersed as seven acrobats push their
physical limits without reserve. This raw,
stripped-back performance evokes real
responses while introducing the reality of
failure and weakness. With nothing left to
hide behind, personal narratives come
through naturally. “Gravity & Other Myths”
is funded through the Mid Atlantic Tours
program of Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
with support from the National Endowment
for the Arts.
August Wilson Center / 11 a.m. & 3 p.m.
$10.50; $12 at door
Trespass Artist Residency: hudson
rush: resurrection and the
name oF the artist is hudson
rush — Interactive performance with
visual, written and verbal exercises allows
audience members to let go of the past to
better live in the present.
Future Tenant
819 Penn Avenue / $5
River City Brass presents
the red hot chilli PiPers —
Experience bagpipes with attitude and
drums with a Scottish accent — a show
so hot, it carries its own health warning.
River City Brass
lewis black — the emPeror’s
new clothes: The Naked Truth Tour —
The GRAMMY-winning stand-up comedian
is among today’s most prolific and popular
performers with his brilliant trifecta as a
comedian, actor and author.
Heinz Hall / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $39.50
Citizens Bank Children’s
Theater Series:
dog loves books
NOV Artspower (U.S.) — After opening
a bookstore, Dog believes the best way
to sell books is to act out stories for his
customers — everything from dancing
dinosaurs to funny fairy tales! This
delightful musical celebrates the power
of the imagination and the satisfaction that
comes from sharing books with others.
“Dog” will also be performed at satellite
locations Nov. 14–20.
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$10.50 in advance; $12 at door
A SIMPLE SPACE: GRAVITY & OTHER MYTHS
NOV
12
performance days
Cabaret at Theater Square / 7:30 p.m.
WED Robert Morris University
Panel discussion —
NOV racism in america,
featuring Michele Norris, Jason Riley &
Morris Dees — More than 50 years after the
Civil Rights Act, this panel discussion on
racism features Michele Norris, former NPR
host of “All Things Considered,” Jason
Riley, Wall Street Journal columnist and
author of “Please Stop Helping Us,” and
Morris Dees, co-founder of the Southern
Poverty Law Center.
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wordPlay — With brazen
honesty and creativity, actors,
writers and everyday people
NOV read their own funny, and often
poignant, stories while a DJ spins a
soundtrack — anything from Brahms to
Beyoncé. Laugh, cry and experience an
intimate peek into the life of a total
stranger. Visit bricolagepgh.org for more
information and to purchase tickets.
FRI
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Bricolage Production Company
937 Liberty Avenue / 8 p.m. / $25
n Also Nov. 19
SAT
19
NOV
hélène grimaud — Manfred Honeck,
conductor; Hélène Grimaud, piano. Audience
favorite Hélène Grimaud performs Ravel’s
dazzling Piano Concerto in G. Manfred Honeck
rounds out the program with musical gems
from the waltz and polka traditions.
n Also Nov. 26, 27
20
a christmas story, the
musical — Follow young,
bespectacled Ralphie Parker as
NOV he schemes toward the holiday
gift of his dreams, an official Red Ryder®
Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air
Rifle. Chock-full of delightful songs and
splashy production numbers, “A Christmas
Story, The Musical” is a perennial holiday
classic for the whole family.
TUE
22
n Also Nov. 23, 24, 25, 26, 27
Series: a very electric
christmas
NOV Lightwire Theater — A magical
tale of family, friendship and hope set to
timeless holiday hits by Nat King Cole,
Mariah Carey and Tchaikovsky, among
others. Santa’s helpers discover Max, a
young bird who gets lost from his family
during its migration south for the winter.
Join Max on his adventure home as he
encounters caroling worms, dancing
poinsettias, Nutcracker soldiers,
mischievous mice and an evil Rat King.
FRI
25
Music 101: John moore:
it’s all about the bass —
NOV bassist John Moore leads an
engaging and informal lunchtime lecture
and recital.
WED
30
Pittsburgh Symphony Association
Heinz Hall, Dorothy Porter Simmons Regency
Rooms / 12:30 p.m. / $2
A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL
La Roche College
Byham Theater / 2 and 8 p.m. / Tickets TBD
27
Byham Theater / Tickets start at $20
n Also Nov. 26
La Roche College presents
maria caruso’s messiah
— Modern dance performance.
tedeschi trucks band — The band
that booms like a soul thunderclap is
known for its outstanding live performances
and music rooted in the blues and infused
with Southern soul, American roots
music, rock ’n’ roll and a touch of Florida
swamp magic.
Mark Milovats in Concert:
christmas in america — The
singer, entertainer and recording
NOV artist packs his fun-filled family
show with holiday favorites, a 15-piece
orchestra and special guests.
SUN
OPENS
NOV
22
AV
OPENS
NOV
25
E RY
E L EC T R I C C H R I
STM
AS
14
Series: an evening with
Jillian michaels — In this
NOV uniquely intimate stage
presentation, the renowned health and
wellness expert shares her keys to health,
success and happiness.
SUN
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Trust Cabaret Series:
karen mason —
The Broadway, Off-Broadway,
NOV television and cabaret star
earned rave reviews for her portrayal of
Norma Desmond in the Broadway and
L.A. productions of “Sunset Boulevard,”
and Mason received critical acclaim as
Tanya in the original Broadway cast of
“Mamma Mia!”
MON
n
SQUARE
THEATER
655 Penn Avenue (between 6th & 7th Streets)
Pittsburgh CLO
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust presents
OPENS
SEPT
22
the toXic avenger — New Jersey’s first
superhero stars in this monster of a comedy!
He’s out to save NJ, end global warming
and woo the town’s blind librarian. Winner
of the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best
Off-Broadway Musical, “The Toxic Avenger” is
an unexpected love story and laugh-out-loud
musical horror-comedy. Laugh, scream and
sing as “Toxie” rocks the house and saves
the day! Adult Content.
Pittsburgh CLO
Sept. 22–Dec. 18
Cabaret at Theater Square
Wed.–Sat. 7:30 p.m.;
Sat., Sun. 2 p.m.;
select Thu. 1 p.m.
wednesday wine Flights
craFt beer school
6:15 p.m. / ticketed event / includes
presentation, wine samplings and light fare
6:15 p.m. / ticketed event / includes presentation,
beer samplings and light fare
n Sept. 7: Mazza Family Vineyards —
Discover why, for more than 40 years, the
Mazza family has been a leading Lake Erie
region winemaker.
n Oct. 5: Anthony Road Wine Company —
Guest panelist Dreadnought Wines
presents varieties from the leading Finger
Lakes Region winemaker.
n Nov. 2: Duck, Duck, Goose —
A delicious exploration of wine pairings
to accompany out-of-the-ordinary poultry
choices.
n Sept. 27: Blowfish BBQ & Beer — Special
guest Hootie Blakey of Blowfish BBQ shares
grilling tips along with BBQ paired with a
selection of craft beers.
n Oct. 18: What’s Up with Craft Beer? —
Veteran beer writer/publisher Bill Metzger talks
shop on what’s new in the craft beer industry,
along with sharing a sampling of top picks.
n Nov. 15: Meet the (New) Brewer — North
County Brewing’s new brewmaster Luke Lindsey
and owner Bob McCafferty present stellar
selections from neighboring Slippery Rock.
imProv comedy Jam
late night cabaret 21+ / Every Saturday
Thursdays / 10 p.m. / $3 / One-night-only
teams of the city’s best improvisers create
comedy based on audience suggestions.
10 p.m. / $5–$10 admission or FREE with ticket
stub* Visit TrustArts.org for current Late Night
Cabaret information.
salsa Fridays
backstage bar
Fridays / 10 p.m. / 21+
Dancing to local DJs 10 p.m.–1:45 a.m.
$5–$10 admission or FREE with ticket stub*
Live music / No Cover / Smoke-free
Doors Open: Tue.–Fri. 5 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. 12 p.m.;
Closed Mondays
412-325-6769 / backstagebar.com
* FREE admission (based on seating availability) with ticket stub from any previous, same-day, downtown show
bny mellon Jazz Presents Jazzlive — Enjoy FREE live jazz performed by the
region’s best musicians every Tuesday evening at Backstage Bar.
5–8 p.m. / FREE and open to the public
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Sept. 6: Tony DePaolis
Sept. 13: Noel Quintana
Sept. 20: Flow Band
Sept. 27: James Johnson III
n Oct. 4: Salsa Mamba
n Oct. 11: David Throckmorton
n Oct. 18: Kevin Howard
n Oct. 25: Stevie Wellons
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Nov. 1: DK Cypher
Nov. 8: Jevon Rushton
Nov. 15: Kenny Blake
Nov. 22: Dr. Nelson Harrison
Nov. 29: Thomas Wendt
ARCADE COMEDY THEATER
GET
TICKETS
showtimes, visit arcadecomedytheater.com
or call 412-339-0608. 811 Liberty Avenue /
Tickets start at $10; $5 for students
harris theater — Pittsburgh
Filmmakers screens independent,
foreign and classic films.
For showtimes, visit
theaters.pittsburgharts.org or call
412-682-4111.
809 Liberty Avenue
three rivers Film Festival —
The Harris Theater is among the
venues for this annual film showcase.
Visit 3RFF.com for more information.
arcade comedy theater —
Downtown’s destination for all things
comedy features six shows every
weekend — stand-up, improv, sketch
comedy and variety acts — in an
intimate, 75-seat space. With a BYOB
policy and pinball machine in the lobby,
Arcade is affordable fun. Get in on the
action — improv, sketch and stand-up
classes offered every eight weeks. For
n
ONGOING
Nov. 4–19.
ON LIN E : CU LT U R A LDISTRI CT. ORG find showtimes / select seats / order or print tickets!
BY PHON E : 412-456-6666 Benedum Center, Byham Theater, Cabaret at Theater Square
(A service charge 412-392-4900 Pittsburgh Symphony/Heinz Hall
is added to phone
orders) 412-316-1600 Pittsburgh Public Theater
IN PE R S ON : Box Office at Theater Square 655 PE N N AV E. (between Sixth and Seventh Streets)
Groups Save! Visit CulturalDistrict.org/groupsales for details.
Ticket sales are final. No exchanges or refunds. Seats subject to availability. Ticket availability may have changed since this calendar was printed.
ARTS
Jacqueline Metheny: works in
sculPture — An exploration of mass
and assembly through a series of
sculptures constructed from salvaged fabric,
thread, yarn and wire, and inspired by
mathematics, microbiology and genetics.
Part of the Re:NEW Festival.
All visual arts events are FREE and open to the public (except where noted)
Sept. 9–Oct. 9
Wood Street Galleries
SPACE
601 Wood St. (above T-station)
WED, THU: 11 a.m.–6 p.m. / FRI, SAT: 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
812 Liberty Ave. // WED, THU: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
FRI, SAT: 11 a.m.–8 p.m. / SUN: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
SUN: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Olivier Ratsi: Pele-mele
Martin Messier: boite noire
— U.S. premieres of two, deep-space
multimedia installations investigating
notions of the infinite, the immaterial
and the transcendent.
checks & balances —
Curator: Murray Horne. Participating artists:
Shaun Slifer, Jill Larsen, Jasen Bernthisel,
Paul Bowden, Sarika Goulatia, Brandon
Boan. Six local sculptors investigate notions
of dualities inherent within contemporary
sculptural practice.
Through Sept. 4
Oct. 15–Nov. 27
Ryoji Ikeda: data.matriX —
Japan’s leading electronic composer
and visual artist exhibits new installation
and performance works.
AN
CE
S
OPENS
OCT
15
C H EC
KS
&B
AL
Sept. 23–Dec. 31
707 Penn Gallery
707 Penn Ave. // WED, THU: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Brandon Boan: waXing and waiting
(on human synthetics) — “Waxing”
explores solidified observations and
endless conclusions, while “Waiting” offers
a history of synthetic forms.
Sean Derry: homage — Dissecting the
notion of the frontier as a space that exists
at the limits of our understanding,
“Homage” offers amateur solutions to
complex problems by transforming objects
into mechanical contraptions.
Oct. 14–Nov. 13
Don Dugal: bougainvillea: a botanic
Permutation — This “Gardener’s
Delight” avoids artistic depiction, its blooms
lack form, and wilt, if cut. The flowers are
hidden amid intensely colored bracts that
may fluoresce in special lighting situations.
Nov. 18–Jan. 22
M
709 Penn Ave. // WED, THU: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
AG
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n
VISUAL
709 Penn Gallery
Sept. 23–Nov. 6
Sarah Keeling: in the thickets — An
exploration of nature, freedom and human
connection through portraiture and motion.
Nov. 18–Jan. 22
OPENS
OCT
DATA.MATRIX
14
OPENS
SEPT
23
For more information, visit :
www.pittsburghquarterly.com
This calendar of events was designed and printed by Pittsburgh Quarterly
for the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and Cultural District arts organizations.
Published four times per year, this calendar is available at Cultural District
venues and inside each issue of Pittsburgh Quarterly.
n
937 Liberty Gallery
ToonSeum
980 Liberty Ave. // augustwilsoncenter.org
937 Liberty Ave.
945 Liberty Ave. // toonseum.org
SUN: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
WED, THU, SUN: 10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
FRI, SAT: 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m. / Adults: $6; Ages 6–12: $3;
Ages 5 and under: FREE / 412-232-0199
ToonSeum
Sept. 23–Nov. 20
Future Tenant
Through Oct. 23
to boldly go: the graPhic art
oF star trek — Celebrates 50 years of
voyages with the Starship Enterprise crew.
Oct. 28–Jan. 15
819 Penn Ave. // futuretenant.org
THU, FRI: 4–8 p.m. / SAT: 12–8 p.m. / SUN: 1–6 p.m.
AS
From mlk to march: civil rights
in comics and cartoons —
Cartoons and comic books brought
attention to, and built support for, civil
rights activism. This exhibit highlights
little-known comic books and editorial
cartoons from the civil rights era.
Sept. 23–Nov. 13
draw me! the art oF cartooning
schools — A historical exploration
recounting a century of cartooning schools
and instruction.
what do you love what have you
destroyed? — Curator: Alecia Shipman.
A multimedia art installation by Darrell
Kinsel, BOOM Concepts, investigates human
desire, obsession and destruction through
a recklessly constructed set representing
space inside the mind.
Sept. 9–Oct. 23
A,
Sept. 23–Nov. 30
Martha Rial: in uganda, a school to
call home — Rial’s photographs depict
the efforts by two extraordinary individuals,
Medi Bugembe and Victoria Nalongo
Namusisi, who empower impoverished
Ugandan children through education.
AND
costumes oF the wiz live —
In collaboration with Cirque du Soleil
Theatrical and Tony Award-winning
costume designer Paul Tazewell,
FashionAFRICANA presents the world
premiere of this multimedia costume
exhibition.
IN U G
SUN: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
OPENS
SEPT
23
CH
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A L L HOM E
August Wilson Center
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