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  Hope Anthony, Thomas DellaMonica, Amelia Hensley and Monique Holt as Chori Courtesy Photo When I walk into the lobby of City Theatre, I usually find managing director, James McNeel, standing near the entrance affably greeting patrons as they file through the door. This past Sunday, September 29, was no different when McNeel and his approachable and smiling face put everyone at ease and in a relaxed, welcomed state.           However, one floor up, the mood changes dramatically when the lights go up on L M Feldman’s world premiere play, “Another Kind of Silence.” You know something different, something out-of-the-ordinary is afoot when you see four actors dressed in costume designer, Damien E. Dominguez’ colorful chitons slowly, leisurely gliding across the stage, their eyes looking with curiosity out at the audience.           Are they searching for something or someone? Are they intri...

  Message Body Celebrate Beethoven’s Bold Arrival as a Composer Beethoven’s Opus 1:  Three Groundbreaking Trios Sunday, October 19 • 2:30 PM Shadyside Presbyterian Church   This remarkable program to be performed by three of the world’s leading early music specialists—Alan Choo (violin), Jaap ter Linden (cello), and David Breitman (fortepiano)—includes Beethoven's No. 1 in E-flat Major, No. 2 in G Major, and No. 3 in C minor. Beethoven advertised his first published work—these 3 trios for piano, violin and cello—in May of 1795. For the price of one ducat, subscribers would receive their scores directly from the publisher two months before the music became available to the general public, at a higher price. At the first run-through of the pieces at Prince Lichnowski’s, Beethoven’s teacher Joseph Haydn praised the first two, but advised Beethoven against publishing the third. Beethoven was incensed because he thought it was the best one, and history has ...

Getting a Flu Shot Can Reduce the Risk of Getting the Flu Courtesy Photo   It may start with a sudden high fever. A sore throat, runny nose, cough, muscle aches and fatigue usually follow. Other symptoms may include chills, headache, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Welcome to the flu. The flu, which is a contagious virus, spreads through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. It can also be contracted by touching contaminated surfaces and then touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Symptoms typically appear within one to four days of exposure and can last for up to a week. “Some people confuse a cold with the flu,” said Donald E. Conrad, DO, a Penn Highlands Family Medicine physician and Penn Highlands QCare Medical Director.   “Flu symptoms tend to develop quickly after a person is exposed to the virus and are typically more severe than the congestion, runny nose and sneezing associated with most colds.” Dr. Conrad continued, “People can spr...

  Step Into the Shadows This Halloween at West Overton Village & Museum! 👻 This October, explore the eerie origins of Halloween traditions from ancient Celtic rituals to Victorian parties and today’s trick or treat. Uncover the dark and fascinating history behind your favorite haunted holiday. Local Halloween celebrations once spanned days of frightful fun. Learn about the debauchery of Chalk Night and Mischief Night across southwestern Pennsylvania. Hear true tales of neighborhood pranks from the ever-popular “corning” to more dangerous hijinks: wheelbarrows hanging from telephone poles, signs missing from buildings, and entire wagons hoisted onto roofs. Tour the 1838 Overholt Homestead by candlelight. Try some Victorian fortune telling party games: Who will be your future love? Will you become wealthy? Who in your group will meet an untimely demise? Stop by a re-created 1800s Halloween party and enjoy a historical treat. After your tour, visit West Overton Distilli...

  The Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council is excited to announce the return of the  Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator grant program ! This program provides creative entrepreneurs in Allegheny, Beaver, Greene, and Washington counties with free small business consulting and $2,000 in funding to help creative entrepreneurs grow their businesses and revenue. Important Dates: Appointments with Referral Coordinators open:  October 1, 2025 Referral Coordinator deadline:  January 7, 2026 Applications open:  January 19, 2026  (first-come, first-served basis) Applications close:  February 6, 2026  How to Prepare: Review the Grant Guidelines  - Eligibility details and instructions are on our website. Prepare Your Business Plan  - Review the required elements early so your meeting with a Referral Coordinator is productive. Connect with a Referral Coordinator  - Contact info is posted on our site. Coordinators help you finalize the approved plan req...

  Tony Award-winning star of stage and screen John Cameron Mitchell ( Hedwig and the Angry Inch ,   Shortbus ,   How to Talk to Girls At Parties ), one of alt-culture’s boldest creators brings the glam phenom to life in a one-of-a-kind evening of songs and stories spanning the oeuvre of rock idol David Bowie. Featuring international cabaret star Amber Martin with music direction by Matt Katz-Bowen (Blondie, Princess). Produced by ArKtype.  The views and opinions expressed in the performance do not necessarily reflect those of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust. The Trust is committed to its core values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, including freedom of expression. Prices, shows, artists, dates, and times are Click Here to See Video   John Cameron Mitchell. Photo by Rebecca J. Michelson.   For Tickets, Click Here Accessibility:  Wheelchair Seating   Assistive Listening Note: All services may not be available at all performances. Cl...