Is it weird to think that an actor has done it all at only age 31? Maybe. Still, that’s the impression I got after talking with Quinn Patrick Shannon. Over the last decade, you’ve likely seen Shannon star in regional… Read More ›
Pittsburgh Public Theater
Death of a Salesman
It is hard to acknowledge something as profoundly masculine and steeped in caricatures as Arthur Miller’s milestone piece, Death of Salesman could evoke an emotionally unhinged response in me. To clarify, and to be fair, when I categorize the staple… Read More ›
Paying Attention to Miller’s Masterwork at PPT
“He’s not the finest character that ever lived. But he’s a human being, and a terrible thing is happening to him. So attention must be paid.” – Linda Loman, Death of a Salesman When Zach Grenier wrapped up his long-running… Read More ›
Daddy Long Legs
The Pittsburgh Public Theater’s production of Daddy Long Legs under the direction of Ted Pappas, once again demonstrates theatre at its best. This subtle and nuanced production is the perfect balance of all the elements of theatre that combine to… Read More ›
5 Musicals You Don’t Want to Miss This Spring
Pittsburgh theatregoers have a great mix of musicals to choose from this spring. Our preview features five shows that offer a mix of style, period and contemporary relevance. Two of them are new to Pittsburgh, Daddy Long Legs from the… Read More ›
Theater Galas and Fundraisers in Pittsburgh this Spring
If you’re looking for a glamorous night out with dazzling entertainment, dancing, drinks and food, you’ve come to the right article. We’ve curated a little list of some of the best upcoming theater galas and fundraisers in Pittsburgh this spring… Read More ›
Twelfth Night
Adoring and adorable, Twelfth Night serves up all the courses of Shakespeare’s infinite variety at the Pittsburgh Public Theater. It’s a sunny production in this midwinter of discontent as staged by Artistic Director Ted Pappas who conveys his love of this… Read More ›
Winter Preview 2016
A letter from the Editor To our beloved readers, The countdown has begun; there are just 21 days left until the first day of Winter and we have put together a preview sure to prepare you for a holiday season… Read More ›
Between Riverside and Crazy
Here’s the thing about this review: it’s loaded. Overall, the play was great because the acting and directing were well executed. Although, it tackles some issues with race that are compromising the sugary concept of a cut-and-dry satisfactory resolution by… Read More ›
The Fantasticks
Try to remember a time when you were young and in love. You had a certain mindset for how the world would be: you’d fall in love, get married, and live out years and years in perfect bliss. Then reality… Read More ›