Andrew W. Mellon is a household name who is celebrated for his business acumen, philanthropy, and his impact on the arts and culture in Pittsburgh and beyond. This humorous one act play, by Frank Motz, tells a story passed down through three generations, of Mellon’s detainment and the unlikely friendship between this shrewd business man and a profoundly unbothered working-class Italian immigrant. This timely show asks us to consider the cult of celebrity, taxation of the ultra wealthy, and the influence of abruptly changing political winds. Andy Malone is paired with a bonus epilogue, written by Patricia Lowry, that provides a window into understanding this once-hated millionaire as our modern society struggles with similar themes regarding the funding of the arts and the appropriateness of amassing great wealth at a time when many are struggling to pay the bills. About Kaitlyn Wittig Menguc (Director) A graduate from the University of Pittsburgh’s theater program, ...
$35 Tickets for Stewart Copeland (The Police) & A1A (Jimmy Buffett Tribute) – this weekend only! Summer's too short to stay home. For this weekend only, enjoy $35 tickets (plus fees) to two unforgettable live concert experiences. Use promo code: SUMMER35 Offer ends Monday, July 20 at 12:00 PM (Noon) Previous ticket orders cannot be adjusted. Because the best summer memories start at The Palace Theatre. Whether you're reliving the timeless music of Jimmy Buffett or spending an evening with Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Stewart Copeland (from The Police), there's something worth experiencing. Stewart Copeland — world-famous drummer, founder of The Police, composer of film scores, video games, and operas, multi-GRAMMY winner, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, writer, and filmmaker — is heading out on his first-ever American spoken-word tour. In this one-of-a-kind evening, Copeland looks back on an extraordinary career, sharing stories in his signature funny, intelligent, sh...