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Pittsburgh Public Theater Debuts New PlayTime Virtual Performance Series

The Public begins a weekly web series of dramatic theatrical readings.

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‘The Band’s Visit’ Makes For Great Company

The multiple-Tony-winning musical drew a sold-out crowd to Benedum Center on opening night of its Pittsburgh run.

|Pittsburgh Public Theater's Artistic Director Marya Sea Kaminski (l.) and associated artist Helena Ruoti act out a scene from 'Shakespeare's in Love.' (photo: Rick Handler)

Pittsburgh Public Theater Reveals New Season Lineup

The theater company revealed its 2020-2021 season plays in exciting fashion.

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‘Hoard’ Brings the Heat at off the WALL

The new play by Lissa Brennan does an intriguing take on a hoarder and a fixer-upper.

Lara Hayhurst plays Maria in PMT's 'The Sound of Music.' (photo courtesy of the company)|The Mormon missionary (Jerreme Rodriguez) and Broadway diva Ethel (Christine Laitta) have their signals crossed in CLO's 'Book of Merman

March Theater Guide: Power Plays

Live theater in Pittsburgh this month features shows packed with emotional, social, and artistic power.

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Dystopia, American Greatness, and Rock ‘n Roll: ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ at The Public

Are you ready for a musical that has it all? Our expert analysis may help.

'Cats' comes to Pittsburgh in February. The touring production is among a cavalcade of musicals during the month. (photo: Matthew Murphy)|If you've had them

February Theater Guide: Musicals Top the Slate, University Theaters Return

It’s another good month for musicals (and much ) on Pittsburgh’s live theater scene.

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Pittsburgh Musical Theater Enters the Age of Aquarius with ‘Hair’

The Sixties were a time of revolutions and experimentation. ‘Hair’ gives a stunning glimpse into that era.

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Good Old-Fashioned Psychodrama: ‘Downstairs’ at City Theatre

A new play adds tragicomic intrigue to Pittsburgh’s theater scene.

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January Theater Guide: Midwinter Musicals Set the Tone

Intriguing musicals and music-infused shows highlight Pittsburgh’s theater schedule at the start of 2020.

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