Commentary by Sharon Eberson: The countdown is on to year 25 of “laughter for a good cause.” OFF THE RECORD XXV: BURGH TO THE FUTURE! is less than a week away, and, as always, I’m feeling overwhelmed, anxious and proud. How much of each? Ask me again after Thursday, October 16, 2025, which is officially OFF THE RECORD DAY in the City of Pittsburgh. It’s a personal countdown, too, because this is my final year as producer of the musical satire that has consumed a big chunk of my life for the past five years.