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The national touring company of 'Wicked.' Photo: Joan Marcus.

January Theater Guide: Major Musicals and Striking Solo Shows

One-person plays and Broadway musicals are the main draws in Pittsburgh theater this month.

Aimee Mann having fun in a 2008 concert at Manchester Academy. Photo: Andy (6tee-zeven) and Wikipedia.

December Concert Guide: Jeffrey Osborne, Michael Bolton, a Gal Named Jackie, and The Mann

From top female acts to Christian rock and hometown heroes, it is a hot month for live music in Pittsburgh.

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November Theater Guide: ‘Twas the Month Before Christmas …

Soon it will be time for the Sugar Plum Fairy and Scrooge—but until then, there’s a lot of good non-holiday theater on tap.

|Macklemore (front) performing at Sasquatch Music Festival in 2011 with his main musical collaborator Ryan Lewis. Photo: Christopher Dube.|Lady Gaga performing 'Joanne' on the Joanne World Tour in September. Photo: Marcel de Groot.|Janet Jackson performing in concert this year on her State Of The World Tour. Photo: Jai1814 and Wikipedia.

November Concert Guide: A Nobel Laureate, Strong Ladies, Struts, and Macklemore

A national holiday usually means less shows scheduled, but not this month—be thankful.

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October Nightlife Guide: Comics Izzard, Lange, Garrett, and Rudner plus Chocolate and Martinis

October features several top-notch comedians, a good dose of sweets, and a cultural district hot spot.

Khalifa in full rap mode.

Wiz Khalifa Closes Thrival with Blazing Set

Wiz Khalifa reaffirmed his of Pittsburgh yet again by playing the final set of the fifth annual Thrival Music.

Bill Toms plays some killer lead guitar riffs (c.) while Hard Rain and the Soulville Horns jam on.

October Concert Guide: McGraw-Hill, The National, Halsey, and Third Eye Blind

This month features good shows in several different musical genres.

A scene from 'School of Rock' at the New London Theatre with the original London cast. The national touring company will play the Benedum as part of the PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh series. Photo by Tristram Kenton.|Teacher Dewey Finn shows his students how to jam. New London Theatre with the original London Cast. Photo: Tristram Kenton.

October Theater Guide: Action, Romance, and Introspection

As the weather starts to cool the theater and dance scene heats up.

Katy Perry singing in a 2016 concert. photo: Ali Shaker/VOA and Wikipedia.

September Concert Guide: Festivals, Arena Acts, Veteran Performers

A diverse number of acts are packed into September’s 30 days.

Trivia night packs them in at Gene's Place.

Nightlife Guide: A Sampling of College Bars and Restaurants

Studying and partying often go hand-in-hand.

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