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Click here to view online. The Pittsburgh Premiere of PRIMARY TRUST is finally here! We invite you to experience a moving new play, now through April 12 at the O'Reilly Theater. What would you do if the life you carefully built — comfortable, familiar, and just the way you like it — suddenly began to change? Now playing at the O’Reilly Theater, the Pittsburgh premiere of Primary Trust tells the story of Kenneth, a gentle, thoughtful man whose days are defined by steady routines: working at a small bookstore, visiting his favorite tiki bar, and spending time with his closest friend. It is a life he understands and trusts. When unforeseen changes disrupt that world, Kenneth is forced to confront loss, vulnerability, and the possibility of connection beyond what feels safe. What follows is a deeply human story about friendship, resilience, and the quiet courage it takes to move forward. Written with warmth and dry wit, Primary Trust is tender, often funny, and profoundly relatable. Audiences will recognize themselves in Kenneth’s hesitations, hopes, and small victories, and leave with a renewed appreciation for the moments and relationships that shape our lives. Join us for a production that reminds us why we go to the theater, not for spectacle alone, but to feel seen, moved, and connected. Buy tickets online at PPT.org/Primary, by calling 412.316.1600 or visiting the Theater Square Box Office. Groups of 10+ save 30%! Visit PPT.org/GroupSales or email GroupSales@TrustArts.org. Photos by Maranie R. Staab: The cast of Pittsburgh Public Theater's Primary Trust.  Check out what's up next in the Dollar Bank Lobby Series! Pittsburgh Public Theater recently launched a new community-driven Lobby Series in the O’Reilly Theater, sponsored by Dollar Bank. This series is built around what you, the community, want to see and experience!  The Dollar Bank Lobby Series is free and open to the public. Stop on by and enjoy a unique evening with us at The O'Reilly. THE FORTUNE OF LOVE BAND Monday, March 30 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM A live, lobby-based music experience weaving soulful guitar, deep grooves, and dynamic rhythm into an immersive sonic journey.  Led by Pittsburgh-born guitarist Aaron Lewinter @aaronlewinter, the band blends funk, warmth, and musical interplay into performances that feel intimate yet expansive.  Featuring Brian Edwards @oginja67 on drums, Jeff Fabis @saxxyjeff on saxophone, and Arnold Stagger @astaggersr on bass, each set unfolds as a collaborative force of sound, spirit, and groove. LOBBY LIGHTS: SONGS & STORIES  Wednesday, April 22 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM Presented by Kelly Dailey (@kellydaileymusic) and L.D.D. An intimate, lobby-based series blending music and storytelling to spotlight Pittsburgh musicians and foster genuine connection through shared local creativity. FACES OF THE CITY: LIVE PORTRAIT DRAWING  Wednesday, April 22 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM Presented by Faydra Hunter (@ardyaf_art_studios) A live, lobby-based portrait-drawing activation spotlighting Pittsburgh community leaders and lived experiences. Through public, in-process art-making, the event invites audiences to observe, engage, and connect. PITT STOP  May 11-13 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM Presented by Theatre Sans Serif (@theatre.sans.serif) A low-stakes scratch night showcasing new and in-progress work by local, under-represented playwrights and artists, offering audiences an intimate look at early-stage development and the chance to provide constructive feedback. SEGUIMOS AQUÍ Friday, May 15 | 7:00 - 9:00 PM Una película de artistas Latinos en Pittsburgh A screening and gallery experience highlighting the lives and creative work of Latiné artists in Pittsburgh.  The event presents a narrative documentary centering community voices and artistic practice, coupled with an exhibition featuring the participating artists. COMMUNITY THEATER SHOWCASE  Monday, May 18-20 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM Organized by Caitlin Young In the spirit of the recently launched GO SEE A SHOW campaign, the Lobby Series hosts a celebration of regional community theaters as anchors that strengthen neighborhoods, local economies, and access to the arts across the Pittsburgh region.