Help The Public thrive—Giving Tuesday is almost here.

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As 2025 draws to a close, I write to you with profound gratitude — and urgent hope. Pittsburgh Public Theater stands at a pivotal moment in our history, and we need your support NOW, more than ever. Giving Tuesday, on December 2, is our favorite annual reminder that generosity strengthens the organizations you love—and the community we share. We hope you’ll participate by donating.

Our opening production of Noises Off was a triumph: we welcomed 1,500 brand-new audience members and saw nearly a 20% increase in individual ticket sales compared to this time last year. This uproarious farce captured the very best of what The Public does — bringing laughter and human connection to the stage with the artistic excellence you know best.

This success comes at a time of transition for our organization. As we adapt to industry changes and rising costs, we are also confronting the financing challenges facing arts institutions nationwide. With fluctuating attendance and declining institutional giving from both government and private sectors, your personal contribution has never been more vital. Individual giving holds the greatest power to shape The Public’s future and ensure its continued impact.

NOW, more than ever, The Public needs your support to sustain our mission of providing artistically diverse theatrical experiences of the highest quality, to serve and challenge, to entertain and enrich. Your generosity will keep us strong during this period of change and help secure our next chapter.

Your donation on Giving Tuesday will ensure Pittsburgh Public Theater continues to thrive. Please make your tax-deductible contribution by visiting our website at PPT.org/Donate.

With deep appreciation,

Shaunda McDill
Manager Director

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