Our thoughts on the state of the performing arts in Greater Pittsburgh and nationally.
By JESSICA NEU The 2016 musical, Dear Evan Hansen, tells the story of Evan Hansen, a teenage boy with debilitating social anxiety disorder who desperately wants to be found. Evan Hansen’s therapist instructs him to write a letter to himself each day… Read More ›
The program is presented by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, Pittsburgh Dance Council and BNY Mellon For the first time since 2005, America’s beloved “cultural ambassador to the world” and one of the most popular dance companies, Alvin Ailey American Dance… Read More ›
By SHARON EBERSON With a unique display of First Folios as a backdrop, Quantum Theatre previewed its 2023-24 season, which includes Hamlet and the return to the scene of another Bard tragedy. Quantum will be taking up residence again at… Read More ›
Premiere by Southers, Wilde Classic, Sara Porkalob Cabaret, Poe Experience Fill Season Slate By SHARON EBERSON Pittsburgh Public Theater has completed its 2023-24 season announcement, including a new work by Mark Clayton Southers, a cabaret-style show by Sara Porkalob, of… Read More ›
New artistic leader Huffman sets plans in motion; Stanford discusses dismissal for the first time By SHARON EBERSON PICT Classic Theatre has survived tumultuous times before, but this particular comeback wasn’t always a sure thing. The 25-year-old company is pushing… Read More ›
By George Hoover, Editor and Publisher The Press Club of Western Pennsylvania has announced this year’s Golden Quill Awards nominations, honoring professional journalism excellence. Sharon Eberson and Robert Hoover received nominations in the Division III Criticism category for three of each of their… Read More ›
Technology Allows Audience to Play Important Role in Immersive ‘The Devil Is a Lie’ By SHARON EBERSON If you choose to see The Devil Is a Lie, and I sincerely hope you do, you will be asked to make choices. … Read More ›
You’re Invited to a Devilish Party in Immersive ‘The Devil Is a Lie’ Experience By SHARON EBERSON Within the pristine marble halls of the Frick Building, the stage is set for a whole lot of soul searching, in more ways… Read More ›
The weather has given us only hints of spring, but here’s some news to warm you up. The 19th season of Pittsburgh Shakespeare in the Parks gets under way next month with the 10th annual Week of Will, featuring the… Read More ›
The in-demand concert musical Six is providing thrills at the Benedum Center.
