'Burgh Vivant

13/09/2025

Chamber Music Pittsburgh Continues its 65th Anniversary MainStage Live Season With Sphinx Virtuosi and Sterling Elliott

“Visions of Peace,” presented at Carnegie Music Hall on Tuesday, October 21, celebrates the resilience of the human spirit through works that meditate on conflicts of the past and present.

On Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7:30pm at Carnegie Music Hall, Chamber Music Pittsburgh (CMP) will present Sphinx Virtuosi and rising-star cellist Sterling Elliott in a program entitled “Visions of Peace,” which celebrates the resilience of the human spirit through works that meditate on conflicts of the past and present. Consistent with Chamber Music Pittsburgh’s season-wide mission to illuminate distinctly American voices, “Visions of Peace” will premiere newly commissioned works by American composers Jessie Montgomery and Quenton Blache, and expand into the greater Americas with music by Cuban composer José White Lafitte, Brazilian-American composer Clarice Assad and Argentine composer Alberto Ginastera. Sphinx Virtuosi has additionally commissioned new arrangements of landmark works by William Grant Still (arranged by Randall Goosby) and Sergei Prokofiev (arranged by Rubén Rengel).

Tickets

Pick 3, Pick 4 and Pick 5 subscriptions range from $99–$233 and can be purchased online, by mail, or by calling the box office at (412) 626-6121. Student subscriptions to all six concerts are available for $72. Single ticket prices range from $35–53. Individual student tickets are $15.

music pittsburgh

12/09/2025

Tickets to the MQCFest are available now!

11/09/2025

SEVEN BIG SHOWS!
From Thursday to Saturday this week, check out many flavors of improv, stand-up with Jomarius Purse, a comedy bingo night, and even our comedy show for kids!

THURSDAY, 9/11 at 7PM

Arcade Comedy Theater presents the "House Team Hot Spot" — a show featuring a rotating set of our very own improv comedy teams. Each performance features house teams jumping into the hot spot and bringing their unique brand of comedy. See lively short-form games with plenty of opportunities for the audience to get involved; kick back and watch a dynamic long-form improv set unfold based on a single suggestion. All of it adds up to a unique night of live comedy that burns bright for 75 minutes!

Tickets:
https://www.arcadecomedytheater.com/event/house-team-hot-spot-46

FRIDAY, 9/12 at 7PM

Arcade Comedy Theater presents the "House Team Spotlight" — a show featuring a rotating set of our very own improv comedy teams. Each performance features an advanced-level house team jumping into the spotlight and bringing their unique brand of comedy. Some weeks, you will see lively short-form games with plenty of opportunities for the audience to get involved. Some weeks, you can kick back and watch a dynamic long-form improv set unfold based on a single suggestion. All of it adds up to a unique night of live comedy that burns bright for 75 minutes!
Featured team: Allegheny Story Society

Tickets:
https://www.showclix.com/event/house-team-spotlight-2526

Please check Arcade's website at www.arcadecomedytheater.com for the full Thursday - Saturday schedule.

Arcade Comedy Theater

10/09/2025

Lonnie the Theater Lady says, “American Idol winner Nick Fradiani delights in the reprisal of his Broadway role as ‘Neil-Then.’”

Tead her full review of “A Beautiful Noise” right here.

By Lonnie the Theater Lady Neil Diamond collaborated with Anthony McCarten to write "A Beautiful Noise." The play tells the "true story" of Neil Diamond's

10/09/2025

Prime Stage Theatre’s Sept. 27 Cemetery Walk
adds live theatrical touch to Pittsburgh history

Have you ever wanted to have a conversation with a teenage Union soldier who carried his company's regimental flag across a dozen of the bloodiest battle fronts in the Civil War?

Then stop by Homewood Cemetery on the afternoon of Sept. 27 and meet Henry Milo Curry.

While Curry died in 1900 at age 53 after a postwar career as one of Andrew Carnegie’s top steel executives, he’ll be one of seven Homewood Cemetery residents portrayed by professional actors in period costumes during Prime Stage Theatre’s 3rd Annual Homewood Cemetery Walk.

The rain-or-shine event offers 13 one-hour walking tours from noon-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025 at Homewood Cemetery, 1599 S. Dallas Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA in Point Breeze. Tickets are $20 per person, available online and presale only at https://primestage.com/events/.

“Many of our mainstage plays have history as a central focus,” says Prime Stage Theatre artistic director Dr. Wayne Brinda. “The Cemetery Walk is a chance for us to present audiences with a personal look at historic Pittsburghers and the impact they had on shaping our community.”

Besides Curry, visitors will hear about the lives of 1880s railroad magnate Robert Pitcairn, 20th-century oil wildcatter Michael Benedum, World War II Army pilot William L. Flinn II, Gilded Age socialite Irene Peacock, “Father of Pittsburgh Parks” Edward Manning Bigelow and attorney Clarence Burleigh, who prosecuted the 1892 Homestead Steel Strikers.

Actors performing the historic characters are Frank Baker, Sarah Campbell, John Locke, Johnny Patalano, Suzanne Ward, Cindy West and Erica Fox Zabusky.

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Photo: PST Cemetery Walk 2024

09/09/2025

Alumni Theater Company (ATC) Board of Directors to Host “Brand New Day” Brunch Celebrating New Vision and Upcoming Season of Theater’s inaugural Artistic Director, Monteze Freeland

Alumni Theater Company (ATC) invites dignitaries, community members, alumni, and local leaders to a celebratory Artistic Director Brunch honoring Artistic Director Monteze Freeland and ushering in a bold new era for the company. The event will take place on Saturday, September 27, from 11am-1pm at Alumni Theater Company’s Theater, 6601 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 in the Bill Nunn Theater. Bringing together artists, supporters, and friends for a morning of fellowship, powerful performances, and a special announcement of ATC’s upcoming season.

Hosted by Reg Douglas, Artistic Director of Mosaic Theater Company and 2024 Washingtonian of the Year by Washingtonian Magazine, the brunch will feature a vibrant program including remarks from Executive Director Bridgette Perdue, The Honorable Mayor Ed Gainey, and ATC’s Board of Directors and Parents. Guests will enjoy soulful performances from current ATC ensemble members, acclaimed alumni, including Charlese Dawson, as well as special guest appearances.

"We are honored to welcome so many distinguished guests as we celebrate Monteze’s arrival at ATC,” said Tracy Edmunds, Chair of ATC’s Board. “His talent, expertise, and connections will be vital in advancing our goal of establishing Alumni Theater Company as a nationally recognized organization. With Monteze’s leadership and artistic direction, ATC is poised to enter an exciting new chapter.”

The program culminates with remarks from Artistic Director Monteze Freeland, who will share his vision for the future of ATC, followed by the highly anticipated Season Announcement.

Alumni Theater Company

Photo: Monteze Freeland

09/09/2025

Please join us...

Mildred Miller International Voice Competition
Saturday, September 20 | 10:00 am
Kresge Hall | Carnegie Mellon University
5000 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213

For tickets and more information:

https://pittsburghfestivalopera.org/upcoming/2025-season/mildred-miller-international-voice-competition/

Pittsburgh Festival Opera

08/09/2025

Art correspondent Gina McKlveen says, "Atticus Adams’ abstract sculptures are like cocoons waiting to birth something magical."

Read her full story on The Frick Pittsburgh Museums and Gardens Greenhouse show.

https://burghvivant.org/2025/09/08/catching-sunbeams-at-the-frick-museums-gardens-will-transport-viewers-to-their-grandmothers-garden/

08/09/2025

U.S. PREMIERE AT CARNEGIE STAGE WITH PICT’S UPCOMING FALL 2025 PRODUCTION "FIRST LADY"

Pittsburgh International Classic Theatre presents another U.S. premiere to launch PICT’s 2025-26 season.

"First Lady"
U.S. Premiere
By Sedef Ecer, translated by Amelia Parenteau
October 2 – October 11, 2025
Carnegie Stage

Directed by Adil Mansoor
SPOTLIGHT ON ADIL MANSOOR, DIRECTOR OF FIRST LADY

About the Director:
ADIL MANSOOR is a Pittsburgh-based director and educator centering q***r folks and people of color.

He has developed new work with The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center, Manhattan Theatre Club, Public Theater, Playwrights’ Center in Minneapolis, Mercury Store, Pittsburgh Public Theater, and others.

Directing projects include DADDIES by Paul Kruse (Audible), GLORIA by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins (Hatch Arts Collective), and KENTUCKY by Leah Nanako Winkler (Pittsburgh Playhouse).

For the 2025 – 2026 season, Adil will be directing the American premiere of FIRST LADY by Sedef Ecer at Pittsburgh International Theatre Company.

PICT Classic Theatre

Photo: Adil Mansoor

08/09/2025

Two Ways to See New Doc, “Clemente” 🎞️

The life, career, and legacy of Roberto Clemente – from his childhood in Puerto Rico and early years of struggle with the Pittsburgh Pirates, to ultimately becoming one of baseball’s most iconic players and his untimely 1972 death – are laid bare in this celebration of a man who gave his all both on and off the field.

Screening September 12-18th at the Harris Theater.
tickets begin at $11
https://trustarts.org/production/103273/clemente

Screening September 13th only at the Byham Theater with director Q&A and special guests, tickets begin at $35. VIP options are available.
https://trustarts.org/production/103224/clemente-pittsburgh-premiere

The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust

08/09/2025

STEP INTO THE STRAND AND BE TRANSPORTED TO THE 1980S SUNSET STRIP

"ROCK OF AGES"
It's 1987, and The Sunset Strip is the Place to Be in this Glitzy & Glamorous 'Jukebox' Musical

Friday and Saturday, September 12, 13, 19 & 20, 7:30PM
Thursday Bargain Night, September 18, 7:00PM
Sunday, September 14 & 21, 2:00PM

STEP INTO THE STRAND AND BE TRANSPORTED
TO THE 1980S SUNSET STRIP

"Rock of Ages" is a big, brash, energetic jukebox musical tribute to classic rock, with over-the-top ballads and fierce guitar, gritty glamour, and rough energy. Set in 1987 against the fabled backdrop of West Hollywood, the musical features iconic ‘80s hits such as We Built this City, I Wanna Rock, and Don’t Stop Believin’.

"Rock of Ages" follows the story of Drew, a small-town boy with big dreams of becoming a rock star, and Sherrie, a small-town girl with similar aspirations. But when German developers arrive with plans to raze the fabled Sunset Strip, and turn it into a strip mall, Drew, Sherrie, and the others must come together to save the strip and preserve the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll before it’s too late. "Rock of Ages" is a celebration of the spirit of the ’80s and the power of rock ‘n’ roll.

$40 Reserve Seating
$30 Limited or Obstructed View

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Tickets: https://web.ovationtix.com/trs/pr/1233863

The Strand Theater