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Hop on the bus: Makers in Bloom tickets are now open

  Makers in Bloom: The Bus Tour Saturday, May 9, 2026   |   10:30 AM - 4:30 P Over the past few years, Handmade Arcade has grown a lot — we’ve hired two full-time staff members, expanded our markets, launched a third annual market, and created more programs and educational opportunities for makers. None of that happens without the support of our community, which is why we created a fundraiser that feels just as creative and joyful as the makers we support And, of course, we did it the Handmade Arcade way Instead of a stuffy, over-priced chicken dinner, we rented a 56-seat deluxe motorcoach for a one-of-a-kind, city-wide maker adventure Here’s what’s in store • Five curated shop visits across the city • Behind-the-scenes studio demos and tours • Exclusive in-store discounts • A gift bag with maker goodies • Lunch along the route (yes, we'll feed you!) • A Bloom Pass to track your stops • An exclusive Handmade Arcade collectible pin when you complete...
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Kamin Science Center Announces Evening Showings of “The Football Town”

  PITTSBURGH, March 19, 2026  —  With the NFL Draft only weeks away and excitement building across the region,  Kamin Science Center  will offer special evening showtimes on select dates of the popular new documentary, “ The Football Town ,” exclusively showing at the Rangos Giant Cinema. Produced by NFL Films, “The Football Town” celebrates Western Pennsylvania’s deep-rooted football legacy – from hometown heroes to championship traditions – capturing the spirit of a region where football is more than a game. This groundbreaking documentary was created specially for the Rangos Giant Cinema screen. NFL Films utilized cutting-edge video and audio equipment designed for the theater’s massive 71-by-39-foot screen, making it the only place in the world where audiences can experience the film exactly as intended. With crystal-clear 4K imagery, immersive Dolby Atmos sound, and larger-than-life visuals, viewers won’t just watch the story – they’ll feel like they’re par...

Classic Theatre Inspires Queer Revelation in Triple Threat by Lolo y Lauti | Mattress Factory

  VIEW IN BROWSER For Immediate Release:  March 2026 Contact:  Quinn Kirby (412) 313-5412,  qkirby@mattress.org Classic Theatre Inspires Queer Revelation in  Triple Threat  by Lolo y Lauti  Exhibition  on View : March 6, 2026 - March 28, 2027 Medium: Three channel video (6:59 min.), LED screens, mirrors, wooden ballet barre with metal brackets.  Finding inspiration in classic musical theatre and lived experience, Argentinian artists Lolo y Lauti explore burgeoning queer identity, cultural legacy, and the labor required for its preservation in "Triple Threat."  Lolo y Lauti,  Triple Threat  (2026) 📸 Sean Carroll PRESS KIT Pittsburgh, U.S.  –  March 2026  – Mattress Factory, a leading contemporary art museum and international residency program based in Pittsburgh, is proud to present  Triple Threat  by Lolo y Lauti.  Lolo y Lauti’s  Triple Threat ,...

🌟Your Summer, Your Way!🌟

  View in Browser   YOUR SUMMER, YOUR WAY! See All 3 Shows or Enjoy a "Duet" Celebrate 80 incredible seasons of Pittsburgh CLO summers!  For eight decades, Pittsburgh CLO has produced Broadway-caliber productions created by Pittsburgh, for Pittsburgh. And this anniversary season is one you won’t want to miss. Subscribers buying a package of at least 2 shows enjoy  exclusive savings, priority access,  and the  peace of mind  that your summer plans are set. Whether you love the tradition of the same performance night or prefer the flexibility to choose dates that fit your schedule, there’s a package  and a  DEAL  designed for you! 2026 SUBSCRIPTION PACKAGES   Monica Tulia Ramirez (Inez Milholland) and company in the First National Touring Company of  SUFFS . Photo by Joan Marcus, 2025.   2026 PNC SUMMER OF MUSICALS SUBSCRIPTIONS   CLASSIC 3-SHOW SUBSCRIPTION BEST SAVINGS!  - up to  35% off ! Your favorite seat...