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  From Edinburgh to Pittsburgh, “Crumb to a Bird Ensemble” announces the U.S. debut of their immersive, site-specific play, KILN at the Pittsburgh Fringe Festival this March. Premiering this past summer at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, KILN dives deep into our relationships with siblings, mourning, modern art, and being haunted by your father's ghost. Can we ever know a person in their entirety? Or do we only ever see one angle? It's the night before the funeral of esteemed sculptor, Oliver M. Verino. In the throes of an unexpected reunion, his three children finalize their procrastinated eulogies in the soul-less walls of their childhood home. As each sibling competes with the other on the grounds of accuracy and allegiance to their father, a chaotic night ensues. Why is new art so hard to understand? This ensemble of Pittsburgh-born artists based in New York City have devised their script through improvisation and collaborative writing. Before migrating to NYC, the arti...

  Pittsburgh Opera announces its 2025–26 season, the company’s 87th. The season showcases Pittsburgh Opera’s commitment to producing world-class operas ranging from classical works to a world premiere. Pittsburgh Opera will be producing five operas, which will be performed across a total of four different venues—the Benedum Center, the Byham Theater, Pittsburgh Opera’s headquarters the Bitz Opera Factory, and for the first time Calvary Episcopal Church. The different venues give audiences a chance to experience opera on both a grand and intimate scale. The Operas La Bohème Music by Giacomo Puccini; libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa Benedum Center for the Performing Arts, downtown Pittsburgh October 18, 21, 23, 24, 26, 2025 Fellow Travelers Music by Gregory Spears with a libretto by Greg Pierce, based on the novel by Thomas Mallon Byham Theater, downtown Pittsburgh November 14, 15, 16, 2025 Curlew River Music by Benjamin Britten, with a libretto b...

   The Pittsburgh Savoyards are proud to present  H.M.S. Pinafore , the popular operetta by Gilbert and Sullivan, running [dates] at [venue]. Under the stage direction of Melissa Grande and the musical direction of Guy Russo, this lively production promises an evening of humor, romance, and unforgettable melodies. A satirical take on class distinctions and British naval tradition,  H.M.S. Pinafore  follows the love story of Ralph Rackstraw, a humble sailor, and Josephine, the captain’s daughter, who is expected to marry the pompous Sir Joseph Porter. Full of witty dialogue, spirited music, and charming absurdity, this operetta remains a favorite for audiences of all ages. Director Melissa Grande brings a fresh vision to the classic tale, while longtime Pittsburgh Savoyards music director Guy Russo leads the orchestra in delivering the operetta’s iconic score, including favorites like “I’m Called Little Buttercup” and “He is an Englishman.” Performances will be h...

  BRING US TO YOUR CLASSROOM CELEBRATE WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH WITH THE ALICE AUSTEN HOUSE Calling all educators  🗣️🗣️🗣️  This March, invite our Alice Austen House teaching artists to help your students celebrate Women’s History Month! Serving as a lifelong gateway to the arts, horticulture, and cultural history, our educational programs draw on Alice Austen’s life and work to inspire students to discover their potential. With Alice Austen as a role model, our workshops blend historic and contemporary photography with themes of women’s history, LGBTQ+ studies, and immigration. By bringing our workshops into your classroom or taking a field trip to our historic waterfront site, you’ll provide students with the opportunity to connect with history and see how they can be part of shaping it. As a cultural anchor for Staten Island and beyond, we are proud to serve K-12 students and their families. INQUIRE TODAY FOR: Immersive Photography Workshops Field Trips to Our Hist...

  Artists of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre; Photo by Justin Merriman Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) is thrilled to announce the company’s exciting 2025-2026 season, titled “The Dream Season.” The season lineup, featuring three full-length story ballets and two mixed repertory programs, includes family-friendly productions, Pittsburgh premieres, world premieres and works from acclaimed choreographers. The five-program season runs from October 2025 through May 2026, and includes Michael Pink’s Dracula, The Nutcracker, America 250 with the PBT Orchestra, Spring Mix: Premieres and A Midsummer Night’s Dream with the PBT Orchestra. “I am absolutely thrilled to share this spectacular season with Pittsburgh audiences,” said Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre artistic director, Adam W. McKinney. “For our 2025-26 season, we will bring back beloved audience favorites, and we will premiere new, exciting ballets by the field’s top new talent. I know that Pittsburghers will love seeing all that’s in store...

  The Splendors of Ballet Folklorico de Mexico Credit: Courtesy Photo Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions & infectious rhythms of México! For over 70 years, Ballet Folklórico de México has shared its stories in over 60 countries and 300 cities. Founder Amalia Hernández gained recognition as a cultural representative of Mexico and rescued its traditional dances—projecting the beauty of the country through movement all over the world. Experience the company's original choreographies with touching narratives, elaborate costumes, and top-tier artists of México! Get Tickets All Photos  Ballet Folklórico de México.  Courtesy of the artist.

  The Washington Wild Things will host a question and answer and informational event for prospective and current host families Thursday, March 6 at 6 p.m. at Wild Things Park. Families with interest in joining the host family program or families that may have questions and want to learn what the program is all about are invited to attend.   Interested families must RSVP to Vice President of Baseball Operations Kyle Dawson by email at kdawson@washingtonwildthings.com. Light refreshments will be served at the event, which will be held in the Wild Things’ clubhouse.   The Wild Things are still seeking host families for the 2025 season. Host families invite a [player or member of the team into their home for the season (late April through early September). Each family provides a player with a stable, clean and healthy environment to live in while in southwestern Pennsylvania. Host families are asked to supply a private bedroom, access to bath facilities and laundry ac...

Artistic Director and Conductor Thomas W. Douglas About the Bach Choir of Pittsburgh     Caught the Bach Choir this afternoon in a concert that featured 17 works by 17 different African American composers. Under the baton of Thomas Douglas, the concert was held in the beautiful Eastminster Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh in conjunction with Black History Month. The concert was well attended and featured a number of soloists as well as the Choir. Coming up on May 3 and 4 is a concert titled Motown Mania, that should include music by groups like the Supremes, The Temptations, The Four Tops and more.

  Section of the ARCS of Freedom Exhibit at the LeMoyne House   Credit all Photos: Bill Rockwell In conjunction with Black History Month 2025, the Washington County Historical Society partnered with The NAACP Washington Branch and The LeMoyne Community Center to present a day long symposium titled “ARCS of Freedom” along with a related exhibit. The symposium included five speakers who addressed the audience on the subject of the role SW Pa. played in activities of the Underground Railroad. Part of the Exhibit           The first speaker, was Samuel W. Black, director of the Heinz History Center’s African American Program, speaking on the topic of “Martin Delany: A Voice in the Plight of Freedom and Nationhood.”   Dr. Cory James Young, assistant professor of history at the University of Iowa’s talk was titled “New Findings in Western Pennsylvania’s County Enslavement Registrations.”      ...