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Quantum’s ‘Seagull’ Flies an Intriguing Path Through Human Space/Time

A new version of Chekhov’s tragicomedy strikes the notes that show us our true nature.

Roy Scheider endeavors to center a dislocated Dreyfuss, asking him to fixate upon the flame from a lighter.

Barebones Lands a Big One with ‘The Shark Is Broken’

This newer, popular Broadway production is based on the making of the movie ‘Jaws.’

Konrad (Jack Wetherall) smokes out any deceptions that Henrik (Sam Tsoutsouvas) believes may have betrayed their life-long friendship.

Kinetic Theatre’s ‘Embers’ Sparks Heated Dialogue

Top-notch actors in a suspenseful, highly-charged play.

PNC Broadway's 'Come From Away' will get your foot tapping at the Benedum Center. (Photo by Evan Zimmerman.)

Theater Guide May ’25: Come One, Come All; Many Stages; Many Choices

This month is chock-full of interesting theatrical productions.

'Why are we like this? Why do we care so much? I don't want to be this person!' says Shawn (Robert Hunter, L) ... while Matt (Michael Patrick Trimm) tries to console him with the news that there are worse tragedies in the world than your favorite sports hero letting you down.

Good Sports: ‘King James’ at City Theatre

In a comedy about basketball fans, two guys play one-on-one in the game of life

John (Trieu Tran) and Miss Julie (Shelby Garrett) dress formally for the Chinese New Year, yet they have other reasons to celebrate.

PICT’s ‘Miss Julie: A Spectacular Adaptation Set For Now and All Time

New adaptation of the August Strindberg classic in its American premiere.

Nick Fradiani as 'Neil - Then' (center) and 'The Noise' in A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical. (Photo by: Jeremy Daniel)

Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Announces PNC Broadway 2025 – 2026 Season at Benedum Reveal Event

Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces major programming for upcoming season.

Spring into action with PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh's "Some Like it Hot,' onstage at the Benedum this month. (Photo by Matthew Murphy)

Theater Guide April ’25: A Month of Theater Picks Worthy of Applause

April serves up a satisfying dish of theater primavera.

Spectacular, with a New Twist: ‘Madama Butterfly’ at Pittsburgh Opera

This updated version of the Puccini classic is a sizzling production that adds elements of modern-day fantasy.

Mom Pattie (Laura Woyasz) is pregnant. Aunt Debra (Emily Koch) is a con artist. Kimberly Akimbo (Carolee Carmello) seems fine with that. And Dad Buddy (Jim Hogan) is sober, maybe.

‘Kimberly Akimbo’ Kindles Kudos at PNC Broadway

Something’s Akimbo (and BIzarre) on Broadway.

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