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A Fascinating Look Behind the Scenes of Disney’s ‘The Lion King’

A behind the scenes lo at Disney’s ‘The Lion King.’

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September Theater Guide: Choices for a Binge

Shows on Pittsburgh’s live theater schedule this month can get you thinking that you gotta catch ’em all.

Barnaby Tucker (Sean Burns)

Betty Buckley and Cast Shine in Fun and Mischievous ‘Hello Dolly!’

‘Hello Dolly’ is a classic musical comedy that provides an uplifting experience.

Violeta Parra (Loyola-Garcia) dancing with her brother Nicanor Parra (Perry) as the ensemble joins in the fun.

In ‘Looking for Violeta’ Quantum Theatre Finds a Fascinating Musical

The musical explores the life of Chilean folk singer and political activist Violeta Parra.

Having fun here are Jordan Savusa and Meghan Babbe in 'The Second City’s Greatest Hits: Volume 59.' (Photo: Tim Schmidt)

August Theater Guide: The REAL Exhibition Season

Pittsburgh’s theater schedule this month includes strong shows performed by first-string players.

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You Want Zany? ‘Scapino’ Can Handle That

Kinetic Theatre stages a new play that wakes the wacky echoes of humor past.

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July Theater Guide: The Midsummer Twist

Live theater in Pittsburgh enters a cosmic distortion field, with new twists on old shows and strange twists in new shows.

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Sherlock Confronts Personality-Disordered Villain in Kinetic’s ‘Speckled Band’

Pittsburgh gets to see a vintage Holmes play revived—and a vicious bad guy vanquished.

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June Theater Guide: Old Faves and New Raves

In Pittsburgh theater this month, will you choose tried-and-true classics or potential new classics-to-be?

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‘Dear Evan Hansen’: You Are Well Liked

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ is a realistic portrayal of modern day teenage and family life. The musical shows anxiety and despair, but ultimately offers hope.

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