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The Revolutionists
What dictates the machinations of change and progress? Is it fear that churns into action; indefatigable ethos that never relents, heedless to danger or repercussions; or the unwitting resilience of a simple pluckiness borne of a blindly resolute spirit and… Read More ›
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Young Frankestein
If you are looking for some comedic relief from the seriousness of life then visit Trafford, Pa where The Theatre Factory has brought Young Frankenstein to life on its stage. The comedic musical with book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan… Read More ›
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PNWF Program C: 2018
Why am I here? Who should I be? What am I allowed? Program C was three shows in total, with less than a 2 hour total run time, and in case you’re the type to only read the first few… Read More ›
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Chatterton
As part of the Pittsburgh International Festival of Firsts, Quantum Theatre’s ambitious, immersive World Premiere production of Chatterton, opened at the Trinity Cathedral in downtown Pittsburgh September 14. Adapted by Karla Boos from Peter Ackroyd’s critically acclaimed novel by the… Read More ›
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Fall Fundraising Round-Up 2018
If you are a regular reader of Pittsburgh in the Round, then you are most likely a lover of all things performing arts. You probably have your favorite companies, regularly buy tickets to productions, subscribe to newsletters, follow Twitter and… Read More ›
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The Waiting Room – a perfect balance of vision, collaboration and execution
Corningworks opened its tenth season with the thought-provoking dance theatre piece The Waiting Room. As we take our seats in the New Hazlett Theater, we are welcomed by the sight of a dimly lit coffin seemingly floating in darkness. Beth… Read More ›
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PNWF Program B: 2018
Enjoying its impressive twenty-eighth year, the hotly anticipated and highly regarded Pittsburgh New Works Festival (PNWF) is in full swing and delivering a new array of exciting, original one-act plays. PNWF, which involves a number of the outstanding theatre companies… Read More ›
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The Two Gentlemen of Verona
A few days ago, on a beautiful Sunday Afternoon, I made my way to Frick Park to see Pittsburgh Shakespeare in the Parks’ production of The Two Gentlemen of Verona. Beneath a canopy of trees, I sat before a circle… Read More ›
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Reviews ›
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Review: Powerful Drama ‘Paradox of Education’ Teaches Hard Lessons of Racism on Campus
April 6, 2026
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Guest Review: ‘10 Out of 12′: Immersive Theater Done Right
April 4, 2026
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Review: Quantum Theatre’s ’10 Out of 12′ Experience Is an Unconventional Love Letter to Theatermakers
April 4, 2026
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Review: ‘Water for Elephants’ Soars With the Thrills of Circus and Puppet Artistry
April 1, 2026
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Review: Pittsburgh Public Theater Finale ‘Primary Trust’ Uncovers the Helpers in Troubled Times
March 29, 2026
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Review: PICT’s One-Man Thriller ‘The Smuggler’ Features a Tour de Force by Michael Patrick Trimm
March 18, 2026
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Review: ‘Eureka Day’ Challenges Views on Vaccines with Laughter and Trauma
March 16, 2026
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Review: Pain and Endurance in barebones productions’ ‘Infinite Life’
March 10, 2026
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Review: Comfort From Infinite Pain Abides in the Indomitable Women of ‘Infinite Life’
March 8, 2026
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Review: Patti LuPone Mines Matters of the Heart
March 4, 2026
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Stars, Stripes, and the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Bring American Soundscapes to Life
February 28, 2026
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‘Beauty and the Beast’: A Familiar Tale, Reimagined on Broadway at the Benedum
February 25, 2026
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Review: The Optimism of Annie — and Why We’re Still Waiting for Tomorrow
February 21, 2026
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Vivacious Jessica Vosk Brings Charisma, Wit, and Talent to the Trust’s Cabaret Series
February 17, 2026
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Mambo, Meditation, and Mastery mingle in Symphonic Valentine.
February 14, 2026
Show Previews ›
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off the WALL Will Say a Bittersweet Goodbye With the Memory Play ‘Breadcrumbs’
April 9, 2026
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PICT Readings in May: 4th Bards From the Burgh, ‘A Winter’s Tale’ Fundraiser
April 6, 2026
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Pittsburgh Playwright Theatre Premiere Unites Local Artists in ‘Paradox of Education’
April 3, 2026
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We’re Off to See ‘The Wizard of Oz’ Costumes at Little Lake
April 2, 2026
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Pittsburgh Playhouse Announces New Musical Premiere, Plus Return of Playhouse REP and Playhouse Jr. for 2026-2027
March 30, 2026
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‘Water for Elephants’ Is Theatrical by Leaps and Bounds and Puppets
March 26, 2026
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Forging Community Is a Primary Theme of Pittsburgh Public Theater’s Season Finale
March 25, 2026
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In ’10 Out of 12,’ Quantum Will Allow Audience Into the Theater-Making Process
March 22, 2026
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Shaunda McDill: Facing Pittsburgh Public Theater’s Future With Uncertainty, Pride, and Hope
March 16, 2026
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2026 Pittsburgh Fringe: From Drama to to Dance to ‘Doohickey!’
March 11, 2026
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If Laughter Is the Best Medicine, Play On
March 7, 2026
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Pouring It On for PICT: Michael Patrick Trimm Takes on ‘The Smuggler,’ a Solo Thriller in Rhythmic Verse
March 5, 2026
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Five Questions With … Marcus Stevens
March 2, 2026
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This Week at Pittsburgh Public Theater: Shakespeare Monologue & Scene Contest, Launch of Lobby Series
February 23, 2026
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Preview: Attack Theatre Finds the Extraordinary in the Everyday with ‘Once in a While’
February 21, 2026
Feature Stories ›
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Pittsburgh CLO and Pittsburgh Public Theater Vote to Form New Organization, Starting January 2027
March 18, 2026
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Pittsburgh Power Outage Shuts Down Opening Night of ‘Eureka Day’ at City Theatre
March 13, 2026
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Mark Fleischer Sets Exit From Pittsburgh CLO After 80th Summer Season
March 12, 2026
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Pittsburgh CLO and Pittsburgh Public Theater Unveil New Consolidation Plan; Board Vote to Come
March 9, 2026
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Winners Crowned in 2026 Shakespeare Monologue & Scene Contest
February 24, 2026
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Ballet to Broadway: an Interview with Leigh-Ann Esty – a Swing and Understudy for ‘Disney’s Beauty and the Beast’
February 16, 2026
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Musical Comedy Is Their Jam: Quinn Patrick Shannon and Connor McCanlus Team for PMT’s ‘Annie’
February 15, 2026
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Bringing a Tale as Old as Time Back to Pittsburgh, an Interview with Grace Marie Rusnica
February 13, 2026
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2026 Western PA Spring High School Musicals
February 6, 2026
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A Do-or-Die Moment for Arts and Culture Criticism in the United States
February 5, 2026
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New Hazlett Theater Heralds New Phase of Resident Company Model
January 28, 2026
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City Theatre Goes Solo, Pittsburgh CLO and Pittsburgh Public Theater Remain ‘Enthusiastic’ About Possible Merger
January 27, 2026
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The Enduring Popularity of ‘Wicked’
January 15, 2026
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An Interview with William Powers, Pittsburgh Opera’s New General Director
January 13, 2026
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Veteran Cast Member and Uniontown Native Justin Wirick Brings Experience and Gratitude to ‘Wicked’
January 12, 2026
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Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre and Orchestra Celebrate ‘America 250’
February 19, 2026
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An Interview with Timothi Williams from Pittsburgth Opera’s ‘Time to Act’
February 18, 2026
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The Pittsburgh Savoyards Present Gilbert and Sullivan’s ‘Utopia, Limited,’ Opening October 10th
October 9, 2025
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An Interview with Erik Nordstrom as Schaunard in Pittsburgh Opera’s ‘La Bohème’
October 9, 2025
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Signs of Inclusivity: ‘Another Kind of Silence’ at City
September 3, 2025
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PICT’s ‘Aspirational’ 2025-2026 Season Opens With Satirical Romp ‘First Lady’
August 26, 2025
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PMT Sets Season No. 35 With Some Things Old and New, Including ‘Dear Evan Hansen’
June 18, 2025
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2025 Pittsburgh Juneteenth Event Highlights
June 12, 2025
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‘Anastasia’ opens Friday, May 2nd, at the Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center’s Main Stage Theater
April 28, 2025
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New 3-Play 2025 Festival Brings ‘Two Trains Running,’ ‘Fences,’ ‘Ma Rainey’ to the Hill District in August
April 26, 2025
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Pittsburgh Opera’s newest world premiere, ‘Woman With Eyes Closed,’ has three different endings!
April 19, 2025
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City Theatre Packs Next Season With Firsts: 3 World Premieres, a Revival, New Start Times, Second City, and More
April 11, 2025
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Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Co.’s Leader Continues 19th-Century Journey With Pre-Emancipation ‘Art of Wise’
April 8, 2025
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‘Spells, Spectacles, and Speakeasies’ – the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Announces the 2025-2026 PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh Season, and More
April 7, 2025
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‘Repulsing the Monkey’ Comes Home to the South Side; Pittsburgh Fringe Finale Spotlights Josephine Baker
March 25, 2025
