Winter 2013 Pittsburgh Cultural Calendar

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1 saturday

good people | The distance betweenBoston’s Chestnut Hill and the Lower End ismeasured in more than miles. From PulitzerPrize-winning playwright David Lindsay-Abaire,“Good People” looks at luck, choices, blame,pride and what people will do to survive.Pittsburgh Public TheaterO’Reilly Theater / Tickets start at $23; 26 and younger $15.75 Also Dec. 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9

eileen ivers & immigrant soul an nollaig - an irish christmas |Called “the Jimi Hendrix of the fiddle” by The New York Times, Eileen Ivers masterfullyweaves joyful Irish holiday customs, traditionalIrish songs, original tunes and holiday favorites.“An Nollaig — An Irish Christmas” is a wonderful celebration of music, song anddance with a colorful Celtic flair.Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents SeriesByham Theater / 8 p.m. Tickets start at $25

lisa lampanelli | She is comedy’sLovable Queen of Mean. Heralded as “morethan a standup — a standout,” by comedylegend Jim Carrey, Lisa Lampanelli is a crossbetween Don Rickles, Archie Bunker and avial of estrogen.Heinz Hall / 8 p.m. Tickets start at $46

midnight radio episode 3: cult movie classics | Bricolage takes a Mystery Science Theater 3000-styletreatment to cult favorites, including “The36th Chamber of Shaolin” and “Godzilla vs.Mothra.” Visit BricolagePGH.org for moreinformation.Bricolage Production Company937 Liberty Avenue / 9 p.m. $25 adults; $15 students & seniorsAlso Dec. 6, 7 & 8

2 sunday

bny mellon grand classics:tchaikovsky’s fourth | ManfredHoneck, conductor; Michael Rusinek, clarinet.The concert begins with Composer of the Year Mason Bates’s “Mothership,” commissioned and premiered by the YouTubeSymphony at the Sydney Opera House. PSO’s Principal Clarinet is featured inMozart’s beautiful Clarinet Concerto. Then,immerse yourself in Tchaikovsky’s vibrantSymphony No. 4.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 2:30 p.m. Tickets start at $20

symphonic dances | Pittsburgh YouthSymphony Orchestra and Music DirectorLawrence Loh launch another season of freeHeinz Hall concerts with Rachmaninoff andMozart’s Violin Concerto featuring NoahBendix-Balgley. Visit pyso.org to downloadfree tickets. Pittsburgh Youth Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 7:30 p.m. / Free

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3 monday

celtic woman: a christmas celebration with the pso |Have yourself a Celtic little Christmas! Musicsensation Celtic Woman performs belovedholiday songs with your PSO. Known for their successful PBS specials, the members of Celtic Woman are celebrated around theworld as enchanting Irish entertainers. PSO subscribers save 10%.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 7:30 p.m. / Tickets start at $40Also Dec. 4

6 thursday

music 101: michael lipman, oldcello, new cello | A lunchtime series of informal lecture/performances hosted byPittsburgh Symphony Orchestra musicians,conductors, composers and staff. Speakersdiscuss their careers and instruments, oftenwith short performances, and respond toquestions from the audience.Pittsburgh Symphony AssociationHeinz Hall / 12:30 p.m. / $2

highmark first night®puppet-making happy hour |Prepare for Pittsburgh’s biggest New Year’sEve party with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres,music and puppet making with artist Cheryl Capezzuti. Trust Education & Community Engagement Trust Arts Education Center 805–807 Liberty Ave.5:30 p.m. / Free / For ages 21+Visit firstnightpgh.org to register

7 friday

a musical christmas carol |A true Pittsburgh tradition! Join Scrooge,Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim and a host of colorfulcharacters for Pittsburgh CLO’s “A MusicalChristmas Carol.” With dazzling specialeffects, holiday charm, and ticket priceseven Scrooge would approve of, this Dickensclassic is a wonderful way to celebrate the season. Pittsburgh CLOByham Theater / Ticket start at $28.75; $14.75 for kids ages 3–14Also Dec. 8, 9, 14–16, & 21–23

the nutcracker | The magic of the holidays comes alive with PBT’s classic “The Nutcracker.” Surrender to Tchaikovsky’sgrand score and the wonders of childhood.Terrence S. Orr’s expert staging brings thisholiday tradition to Pittsburgh’s doorstep asyou join Marie on a sleigh ride to the land of enchantment.Pittsburgh Ballet TheatreBenedum Center / Tickets start at $25.75Also Dec. 8, 9, 14–16, 20–23, & 28–30

bny mellon grand classics: haydn & saint-saëns’s organsymphony | Leonard Slatkin, conductor;Anne Akiko Meyers, violin. Slatkin conductsthe first PSO performance of the charmingSymphony No. 68 by Franz Joseph Haydn.Be the first to hear Composer of the YearMason Bates’s Violin Concerto premiered bythe mesmerizing Anne Akiko Meyers. Saint-Saëns’s Third Symphony, featuring the organ,was dedicated to the composer's friend,Franz Liszt.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $20Also Dec. 9

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highmark first night® puppetmaking | In preparation for the HighmarkFirst Night® parade, create amazing paradepuppetry. Participants can sign up to carrypuppets and other creative creatures in theHighmark First Night® parade. Free Visit firstnightpgh.org to register

portrait drawing workshop |Improve representational drawing skills byrendering the clothed figure using traditionaldrawing techniques of the Old Masters. $40

Trust Education & Community EngagementTrust Arts Education Center 805–807 Liberty Ave. / 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

olivia newton-john | Join four-timeGrammy Award®-winner Olivia Newton-Johnas you have never seen her before — withyour PSO! In addition to more than 10 No. 1 singles and 20 albums, Olivia Newton-John also boasts a successful film and Broadway career. Don’t miss herone-night-only performance. Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 8 p.m. Tickets start at $35

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9 sunday

highmark first night®bike parade workshop | Have youever wanted to ride your bike in a parade?Bring your bike and get ready to make itstand out in the crowd. Create giant, amaz-ing artwork that can be attached to a bikefor the Highmark First Night® Bike Parade.Visit firstnightpgh.org to register.Trust Education & Community EngagementTrust Arts Education Center805–807 Liberty Avenue 1–4 p.m. / Free

10 monday

b.e. taylor | B.E. Taylortransforms old holidayfavorites through bold inter-pretations to create new traditions that will live in theheart as long as Christmasis celebrated. Join B.E. andhis spectacular band as theyfill the silent nights ofDecember with harmony,music and love.Heinz Hall / 7:30 p.m. / Tickets start at $35.75Also Dec. 11

11 tuesday

pandora’s unforgettable moments presentsmannheim steamroller christmasby chip davis | Grammy Award®-winner Chip Davis has created a new family holidayshow featuring the beloved Christmas musicof Mannheim Steamroller combined withsophisticated and enchanting multimediaeffects in an intimate setting. The spirit of theseason comes alive with these signature sounds.Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents SeriesBenedum Center / 8 p.m. Tickets start at $35.25 / Also Dec. 12

13 thursday

martina mcbride: the joy ofchristmas | The popular country musicsinging sensation brings the spirit of the season to life in this live music extravaganza.Trust Guest AttractionsBenedum Center / 7:30 p.m.Tickets start at $49.50

14 friday

bny mellon grand classics:tchaikovsky’s winter dreams |Arild Remmereit, conductor; Gil Shaham, violin. Multiple Grammy Award®-winning violinist Gil Shaham returns! Mozart’s FifthViolin Concerto begins with a sweet melodyand ends with hints of military-Turkish music.Pulitzer Prize-winning composer GeorgeWalker was commissioned by the PSO andthree other orchestras to write “Strands.”“Winter Dreams” is one of Tchaikovsky’s earliest and most masterful works.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $20Also Dec. 15 & 16

20 thursday

pnc pops!: highmark holiday pops | DanielMeyer, conductor; Rachel DeShon, vocalist;Jenny Oaks Baker, violin; Ricky Manning,vocalist; Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School;Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh; ChrisSanders, vocalist. Celebrate the season withcarols and much-loved holiday classics,including “Sleigh Ride” and selections from“The Nutcracker.”Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $20Also Dec. 21–23

26 wednesday

broadway at heinz hall: catch me if you can | Based on thehit DreamWorks film and the true story thatinspired it, “Catch Me If You Can” is the high-flying new Broadway musical about Frank W.Abagnale Jr., a teenager who runs awayfrom home in search of the glamorous life.Heinz Hall / Tickets start at $20Also Dec. 27–30

28 friday

jim brickman on a winter’snight | The two-time Grammy® nomineeweaves together holiday favorites both newand old, plus all his hits in one spectacularconcert! Jim Brickman mixes dazzling solopiano with the warmth and humor of theseason.Trust Guest AttractionsByham Theater / 8 p.m. Tickets start at $41.25

29 saturday

a gershwinter night | An evening oflive music performed by a quintet featuringSean Jones and famed Israeli saxophonist Eli Degibri in celebration of two of America’sgreatest composers.August Wilson Center / Tickets start at $25Also Dec. 30

31 monday

highmark first night®pittsburgh | The region’s best andbiggest New Year’s Eve celebration. Enjoy a grand parade, plus live music, dance, entertainment and visual arts in the CulturalDistrict. It’s a festive evening for revelers of all ages. The celebration concludes with spectacular fireworks and the finale,“The Future of Pittsburgh” and “Countdownto Midnight.”Pittsburgh Cultural TrustLocations throughout the Cultural District6 p.m.–Midnight $8; Children ages 5 & under free


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1 tuesday

flashdance | The tour launch! It’s the unforgettable story of a working-classPittsburgh girl striving to make her dreamsof becoming a professional dancer a reality.This new musical features smash hits, includingthe Academy Award-winning title track“Flashdance — What a Feeling,” “Maniac,”and “I Love Rock & Roll.” Experience themagic of FLASHDANCE all over again.PNC Broadway Across America-PittsburghHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $20Also Jan. 2–6

3 thursday

the chief | Back for a special 10thanniversary celebration, this made-in-Pittsburghplay about Arthur J. Rooney Sr., is the best-selling and most beloved production in PublicTheater history. Starring Tom Atkins, “TheChief” offers stories about the founding of a legendary football dynasty and a greatAmerican city. Pittsburgh Public TheaterO’Reilly Theater Tickets start at $48; 26 or younger $15.75Also Jan. 4–6 & 8–12

6 sunday

we’re going on a bear hunt |kw & nb, ltd. (uk). The award-winning book is brought vividly to life. Join intrepidadventurers on their quest to find a bear.The show features catchy songs, interactivescenes, hands-on adventure and a few surprises, and will be performed Jan. 7–13 at regional satellite locations. Pittsburgh International Children’s TheaterByham Theater / 2 p.m. $9.50; $11 at door

9 wednesday

music 101: gianandrea noseda:“victor desabata guest conductorchair” | A lunchtime series of informal lec-ture/performances hosted by PittsburghSymphony Orchestra musicians, conductors,composers and staff. Speakers discuss theircareers and instruments, often with shortperformances, and respond to questionsfrom the audience.Heinz Hall / 1 p.m. / $2

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bny mellon grand classics: dvorák’s seventh | GianandreaNoseda, conductor; Enrico Dindo, cello.Italian cellist Enrico Dindo makes his PSOdebut with a concerto Shostakovich originallycomposed for famed cellist MstislavRostropovich. Gianandrea Noseda conductsDvorák’s Seventh, an ambitious symphonythat reflects on the political struggles of the composer’s native home, Bohemia.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $20Also Jan. 13

yo gabba gabba! live!: get the sillies out! | A live stagedproduction of the popular “Nick Jr.” children’stelevision show.Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents Series/Opus One Productions/s2bnBenedum Center / times (2 performances): tbdTicket prices tbd

12 saturday

second saturday workshops: the beaded pendant | Learn to create sparkling pendants using Swarovskicrystals and seed beads to set a teardropstone. Some bead weaving experience is recommended.Trust Education & Community EngagementTrust Arts Education Center 805–807 Liberty Avenue11 a.m.–2 p.m. / $50


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15 tuesday

les misérables | The 25th anniversaryproduction of this legendary musical featuresglorious new staging and dazzlingly reimaginedscenery inspired by the paintings of VictorHugo. The New York Times calls this LESMISÉRABLES “an unquestionably spectacularproduction from start to finish.” The LondonTimes hails it as “a five star hit, astonishinglypowerful.”PNC Broadway Across America-PittsburghBenedum Center / Tickets start at $26Also Jan. 16–20, & 22–27

18 friday

bny mellon grand classics: noseda & concert italia |Gianandrea Noseda, conductor; BenjaminHochman, piano. Italian conductorGianandrea Noseda conducts the beautiful“The Night of Plato” by Victor de Sabata in its PSO debut! Ravel’s demanding PianoConcerto for the Left Hand is performedwith superb finesse by Benjamin Hochman.Finally, view a portrait of Italy in Strauss’s“Aus Italien” or “From Italy.”Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $20 / Also Jan. 19 & 20

23 wednesday

robert morris university presents the pittsburgh speakers series:erskine bowles | Erskine Bowles wasnamed by President Obama to co-chair thebi-partisan National Commission on Fiscal

Responsibility and Reform. Former posts have included president of the University ofNorth Carolina, White House chief of staff to President Clinton, and administrator of the Small Business Administration.Heinz Hall / 8 p.m. Subscription only

24 thursday

1776 | The founding of our nation comes tostar-spangled life in this grand Tony Award®-winning Best Musical. The stakes have never been higher as John Adams, ThomasJefferson and Benjamin Franklin wrangle toget everyone on the same page — namelythe Declaration of Independence.Pittsburgh Public TheaterO’Reilly Theater Tickets start at $29; 26 or younger $15.75Also Jan. 25–27, 29–31; Feb. 1–3, 5–10, 12–17 & 19–24

the sound of music | One of theworld’s best-loved musicals. The young, aspiring and quirky nun, Maria, fills the lives ofthe Von Trapp children with music, capturingthe heart of their stern and lonely father.Rodgers and Hammerstein’s award-winningmusical delights audiences with this upliftingstory and irresistible score.Pittsburgh Musical Theater Byham Theater / Tickets start at $12.75Also Jan. 25–27; Feb. 1–3

sean jones presents: duets – sean and the dj | The jazz trumpeter creates fresh grooves with a local DJ. August Wilson Center / 7 p.m. / $25 Cash bar & food available for purchase

25 friday

gallery crawl in the culturaldistrict | A free, festive showcase of arts and entertainment at various downtowngalleries and arts spaces.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustLocations throughout the Cultural District5:30–9 p.m. / Free & open to the public

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februarybny mellon grand classics: mozart’s symphony no. 40 |Michael Francis, conductor; Christian Tetzlaff,violin. British conductor Michael Francismakes his PSO debut. Mozart’s SymphonyNo. 40 is easily one of the most recognizableand popular pieces of classical music.Christian Tetzlaff debuts with the PSO inDvo �rák’s Violin Concerto. “Sárka” is one ofsix movements from Smetana’s “Má vlast.”Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $20Also Jan. 26 & 27

26 saturday

il matrimonio segreto (the secret marriage) | Everyone has a secret, but not like this. Carolina andPaolino want to be openly married, so theyplot to marry off Carolina’s older sisterElisetta to appease a strict father. As it turnsout, there’s more than one woman in lovewith Paolino and hilarious twists ensue. Pittsburgh OperaCAPA Theater / Tickets start at $50.75Also Jan. 29; Feb. 1 & 3

2 saturday

fiddlesticks family concert: celebrate pittsburgh | LawrenceLoh, conductor; Katy Williams, vocalist; CLOAcademy Tap Dancers; Joe Negri, guitar.Join Katy Williams and CLO Academy TapDancers as they commemorate one ofPittsburgh’s most iconic dancers, Gene Kelly,in “Singing in the Rain.” Joe Negri, frequentguest on “Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood,” performs in celebration of the City of Steel.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 11:15 a.m. / Tickets start at $12

7 thursday

pnc pops!: my funny valentine | MichaelKrajewski, conductor; Rebecca Luker, vocalist; Doug LaBrecque, vocalist; All-StarCollege Chorus. Broadway stars RebeccaLuker and Doug LaBrecque join the PSO for“I Could Have Danced All Night” from “MyFair Lady,” the theme from “Ice Castles,” and more.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $20Also Feb. 8–10

9 saturday

second saturday workshop:the handmade valentine | Create a variety of handmade valentines for yoursweetheart with help from artists from the ‘I Made It!’ Market. Trust Education & Community EngagementTrust Arts Education Center,805–807 Liberty Avenue11 a.m.–2 p.m. / $10 Register at trustarts.org/education

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stew & the negro problem:songs from passing strangeand others | Re-visit songs from theBroadway hit theater production that wenton to become a Tony Award® winner forBest Book of a Musical, as well as a SpikeLee film. Contains explicit language.Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents SeriesByham Theater / 8 p.m. / $40

10 sunday

martha speaks | Theatreworks USA.When Martha the family dog eats a bowl ofalphabet soup, she becomes outspoken!Martha answers a trivia question on a radiocall-in show and wins an all-expenses-paidfamily vacation. Will be performed Feb. 11–17at regional satellite locations.Pittsburgh International Children’s TheaterByham Theater / 2 p.m. / $9.50; $11 at door

12 tuesday

love 3 ways | In the spirit of Valentine’sDay, the Sean Jones Quintet celebrates lovemusically with two distinctive vocalists,Gregory Porter and Carolyn Perteete. “Love 3 Ways” promises a perfect Valentine’s datefilled with classic love songs, rare treasuresand beautiful duets.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustCabaret at Theater Square / 8 p.m. Tickets start at $35

13 wednesday

robert morris university presents the pittsburgh speakers series:jeannette walls | In her New YorkTimes best-selling memoir, “The GlassCastle,” award-winning author JeannetteWalls describes her nomadic, dysfunctionaland colorful childhood. After leaving herfamily and attending Barnard College, sheworked as a journalist in New York for 20years, writing for New York magazine, USAToday and MSNBC.com.Heinz Hall / 8 p.m. / Subscription only

14 thursday

moulin rouge® – the ballet |In turn-of-the-century Paris, the heady elixirof personal freedom bred lifestyles both reckless and addictive. Tempt fate as youseek love and destiny at the famed cabaret,The Moulin Rouge®. In the spirit of the MoulinRouge of Paris, Moulin Rouge® is a registeredtrademark of Moulin Rouge S.A. Pittsburgh Ballet TheatreBenedum Center Tickets start at $25.75Also Feb. 15–17

15 friday

bny mellon grand classics: beethoven & rachmaninoff |Manfred Honeck, conductor; Denis Matsuev,piano. Mussorgsky’s well-known tone poemtells the story of a Witches’ Sabbath nearKiev. Russian powerhouse Denis Matsuevreturns to showcase a Russian masterpiecewith Rachmaninoff’s well-known PianoConcerto No. 2. Beethoven’s exciting SeventhSymphony is even more electrifying whenguided by the baton of Manfred Honeck.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $20Also Feb. 17

joe turner’s come and gone |In this classic August Wilson play, HeraldLoomis arrives at a black boardinghouseafter seven years’ labor on Joe Turner’schain gang. The tormented Loomis searchesfor his estranged wife, believing she can help him reclaim his old identity, only to realize he is seeking his rightful place in a new world.August Wilson Center8 p.m. / $15 / Also Feb. 16, 22 & 23

16 saturday

kyle abraham/abraham.in.motion: pavement |Like August Wilson, Kyle Abraham drawsheavily from his experiences growing upAfrican American in Pittsburgh to create personal, culturally referenced works. Thisfull-length performance pairs classic essaysfrom W.E.B. DuBois’s “Souls of Black Folk”and John Singleton’s 1991 film, “Boyz n theHood,” with an operatic score layered with a brash urban landscape.Pittsburgh Dance CouncilByham Theater / 8 p.m. Tickets start at $19

18 monday

486 club | Artistic Director of TheaterInitiatives Mark Clayton Southers presentsone-person shows from around the country.Themes include the Harlem Renaissance andgreat African American women. August Wilson Center / 7 p.m. / $25 Also April 29

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american idiot | The smash-hitBroadway musical AMERICAN IDIOT tells the story of three lifelong friends, forced tochoose between their dreams and the safetyof suburbia. Based on Green Day’s GrammyAward®-winning multiplatinum album, AMERICAN IDIOT boldly takes the Americanmusical where it’s never gone before. PNC Broadway Across America-PittsburghHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $20Also Feb. 20, 21, 22, 23 & 24

22 friday

whispers of light: from thevoices of children | This full eveningballet focuses on the experiences of childrenfacing the loss of a loved one and is supportedby and developed in collaboration withHighmark’s Caring Place.Bodiography Contemporary Ballet Byham Theater / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $30Also Feb. 23

23 saturday

roots of rock and roll xxxix |A great evening of live music performed by an all-star cast.Trust Guest AttractionsBenedum Center / $30.75 & $45.75

26 tuesday

drumline live | This versatile group ofmusicians and dancers brings an explosiveenergy and athleticism to the stage. Equallyat home with the hottest contemporary hiphop, R&B, classic Motown tunes and therousing sounds of the great brass tradition,Drumline Live is an unforgettable Americanmarching band experience.Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents SeriesBenedum Center / 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $28

27 wednesday

america’s got talent live! allstars tour | Stars from the popular television talent competition perform as part of the show’s live tour.Trust Guest AttractionsBenedum Center / 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $28

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a grand night for singing |This Tony®-nominatedBest Musical show-cases RichardRodgers’s timelessmusic and theincomparable lyrics ofOscar Hammerstein. “A Grand Night forSinging” featuresover 30 greatest hitsfrom shows such as“Carousel,” “Oklahoma!,”“The King and I,” “SouthPacific” and more.Something wonderfulindeed for all lovers of musical theater.Pittsburgh CLOCabaret at Theater SquareThrough Jan. 20 Tickets start at $34.75Wed.–Sat. 7:30 p.m.;Sat. & Sun. 2 p.m.; Select Thurs. at 1 p.m.

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Wood Street Galleries601 Wood Street (above t-station)Wed. & Thurs. 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

the city & the city: artwork by london writers |Guest Curator: Justin Hopper.Participating artists: Caroline Bergvall, RachelLichtenstein, Tom McCarthy & Rod Dickinson,Iain Sinclair, Chris Petit and Sukhdev Sandhu.London is the hometown and inspiration for this exhibit, which brings together visual artworkby renowned authors of experimental poetry,fiction, history and geography and explores new ways to combine literature and art.Through Dec. 31

miguel chevalier: live | Two new, self-generative video installations. Includes theworld premiere of Miguel Chevalier’s latestwork, “Digital-Archi” (“Meta Cities”).Jan. 25–Apr. 7

Tito WayLiberty Avenue at Wood St. (behind crazy mocha)

cell phone disco | Visualizes the electromagnetic field of an active mobile phone. Ongoing

SPACE812 Liberty Avenue / Wed. & Thurs. 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

romper room |Guest curator: Ladyboy.Participating artists: Jen Cooney, Jae Ruberto,Jacob Ciocci, Matt Barton, Thad Kellstadt, Jim Lingo and Ladyboy. “Romper Room” is blanket forts, cubbyholes, night lights, clubhouses, burnouts, hippies, hangouts in the woods, glow sticks, sweet jams, jam jigglers, schralping, cosmic cats, impossibles,glitches, munchies, diamonds, sasquatch, joy rides and cocoons, etc.Dec. 7–Feb. 3

mean girls: jill larson | Examinesthe epidemic reality of bullying among U.S.schoolgirls, creating a springboard from whichto build awareness, encourage dialogue andpromote social change. “Mean Girls” featuresworks by nationally known artists, includingBrooklyn-based artist/activist Traci Molloy. Thistraveling exhibition is partnered with StrongWomen, Strong Girls and debuts in Pittsburgh.Feb. 22–Apr. 28

707 Penn Gallery707 Penn Avenue / Wed. & Thurs. 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

carolina loyola-garcia andcolter harper: after dark |This exhibit features a series of mysterious and evocative images by renowned Pittsburghartists using digital photography and the oldtechnique of “painting with light.” Through Jan. 6

craig freeman: cartoon nihilism |Explores themes of nihilism, depression andsuicide through the cartoon world.Jan. 18–Feb. 17

john burt sanders: indivisibler |Textures and materials forge a tangled field ofassociations between viewers’ bodies and theart installation. “Indivisibler” traces connectionsbetween body, architecture and landscape inorder to merge them into an increasingly undifferentiated mass. Feb. 22–Mar. 31

709 Penn Gallery709 Penn Avenue / Wed. & Thurs. 11 a.m.–6 p.m.Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

the craftsmen’s guild of pittsburgh’s holiday co-op |Showcase of unique, handmade works of art that are available for sale. Through Jan. 6

fabrizio gerbino | New works by theItalian-born artist known for his paintings,drawings and installations inspired by thepost-industrial landscape of Pittsburgh. Jan. 18–Feb. 7

feminine aesthetics | An exhibit honoring Women’s History Month. Feb. 22–Mar. 31

Future Tenant819 Penn AvenueThurs.–Sun. Noon–4 p.m. / futuretenant.org

guns v. butter | Justseeds andInterference Archive co-present an exhibitionof printed posters detailing global, grassrootsstruggles against war and military aggression.Dec. 7–Jan. 6

best of arbor aid with treepittsburgh | A best-of collection ofworks created from reclaimed and urbanwood that focuses on the theme ofStory/Legacy. Jan. 18–Feb. 3

trespass residency series |Visit futuretenant.org for more information. Feb. 15 & 22; Mar. 1 / 6–9 p.m. / $5

August Wilson Center980 Liberty Avenue / Tues.–Sat. 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Free and open to the public. Fee for special exhibits.

glamazonia! | Focuses on African-descended peoples working in the fashionindustry. Dec. 8–Mar. 30

the nazi olympics: berlin 1936 |Explores issues surrounding the use of propaganda, the boycott debate, the historyof the torch run, the performance of Jesse Owens and more.Through Feb. 28

miguel chevalier: live

the city & the city

mean girls: jill larson


visual arts continued...

reading round table | This readingseries features plays by August Wilson andup-and-coming playwrights. Readers includelocal actors and celebrities, and the occa-sional nationally renowned actor. 5:30 p.m. / Free & open to the public

12/3: Sold: Renn Woods in Concert1/7: Hubert & Charlie2/4: Far From a Distant Shore

dance academy: spring session |Dance education program suitable for pre-professionals, as well as dance enthusiasts. Held on Saturdays, Jan. 12–April 13 $150 for 12 sessions

dance academy: two-week intensive |Salsa DancingWeeknights, Jan. 7–17 / $250 for 8 sessions /Suitable for ages 13+

West African DanceWeeknights, Feb. 11–21 / $250 for 8 sessions /Suitable for ages 13+

ToonSeum945 Liberty Avenue / Fri. & Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.;Mon., Wed., Thurs. & Sun. 10 a.m.–3 p.m.Adults/Children 13 & up $5; Children 6–12 $1;Children 5 & Under Free toonseum.org / 412-232-0199

geek post prom party Dec. 21

david leblanc: action abstraction Through Jan. 27

atila ozer: world cartoons:turkey | The first U.S. exhibition of theinternationally renowned, award-winningTurkish cartoonist who promoted peacethrough his cartoon works. Deniz Cil, AtilaOzer House Museum, will speak about Ozer’swork on Sat., Jan. 6 at 7 p.m.Jan. 11–Feb. 3

offcenter | Relax after work with diverse,spirited, local and national artistic talent. 5:30 p.m. / Free & open to the public

12/6: Visual Arts 1/10: Theater 2/14: Just Us Dance Series Hip Hop Extravaganza2/21: Theater

martin luther king jr. day community day | Live theater and dance, visual arts, arts and crafts, film screeningsand more.Jan. 21 / 11 a.m.–6 p.m. / Free & open to the public

ongoing at the august wilson center

august wilson center

for more information:AugustWilsonCenter.org / 412-338-8742

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Tchaikovsky’s FourthSymphonic DancesGood PeopleA Grand Night for

Singing

Wednesday Wine Flights: Carol“Dear Heart”Pascuzzi’sHoliday Cheeseand WineSampler

Good People

Music 101Highmark First Night®Puppet-making Happy HouroffCENTER: Visual ArtsGood PeopleMidnight RadioA Grand Night for

Singing

The NutcrackerHaydn & Saint-Saëns’s Organ SymphonyA Musical Christmas Carol

Good PeopleMidnight RadioA Grand Night for

Singing

Highmark First Night®Puppet MakingPortrait Drawing WorkshopOlivia Newton-JohnThe NutcrackerA Musical Christmas

CarolGood PeopleMidnight RadioA Grand Night for Singing

Highmark First Night®Bike Parade Workshop

The NutcrackerHaydn & Saint-Saëns’s

Organ SymphonyA Musical Christmas

CarolGood PeopleA Grand Night for

Singing

Martina McBrideA Musical Christmas

CarolA Grand Night for

Singing

Tchaikovsky’s Winter Dreams

The NutcrackerA Musical Christmas


Singing

Highmark Holiday Pops



Singing




Singing

A Musical Christmas Carol

JazzLive


A Grand Night for Singing

Mannheim SteamrollerChristmasby ChipDavis

B.E. TaylorA Musical

Christmas Carol

JazzLive

Celtic WomanGood PeopleJazzLive

CelticWoman

B.E.Taylor

Mannheim SteamrollerChristmas byChip Davis





CarolA Grand Night for Singing

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DECEMBER Eileen Ivers & Immigrant SoulLisa LampanelliMidnight RadioGood PeopleA Grand Night for Singing

Highmark Holiday PopsThe NutcrackerA Musical Christmas


Singing

Highmark Holiday PopsThe NutcrackerA Musical Christmas CarolA Grand Night for Singing

Catch Me If You Can


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Highmark Holiday PopsThe NutcrackerA Musical Christmas


Singing

30 31Catch Me If You CanThe NutcrackerA Grand Night forSinging

Highmark First Night®Pittsburgh

Jim Brickman on a Winter’s Night

Catch Me If You CanThe NutcrackerA Grand Night for

Singing

Catch Me If You CanA Grand Night for

Singing


WinterSeason at-a-glance-

pandora’s unforgettable momentspresents mannheim steamroller

christmas by chip davis

highmark holiday pops

sean jones

fiddlesticks

1776The Sound of MusicIl Matrimonio Segreto

(The Secret Marriage)

Fiddlesticks Family Concert1776The Sound of Music

1776JazzLive

Love 3 Ways1776JazzLive

American IdiotCraft Beer School:Theme TBD

1776JazzLive

486Club

Drumline Live

JazzLive

Jeannette Walls

1776

1776American Idiot

My Funny Valentine1776

The Handmade ValentineStew & The Negro ProblemMy Funny Valentine1776

Moulin Rouge®–The BalletoffCENTER: Just Us Dance Series HipHop Extravaganza

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offCENTER: Theater1776American Idiot

Beethoven & RachmaninoffJoe Turner’s Come and GoneTrespass Residency Series

Moulin Rouge®–The Ballet1776

Roots of Rock and Roll XXXIXWhispers of Light: From the

Voices of ChildrenJoe Turner’s Come and Gone1776American Idiot

FEBRUARY

My Funny Valentine1776

Wednesday Wine Flights:Theme TBD

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Kyle Abraham/Abraham.In.Motion: Pavement

Joe Turner’s Come and GoneMoulin Rouge®– The Ballet1776


Martha SpeaksMy Funny Valentine1776

Beethoven & RachmaninoffMoulin Rouge®– The Ballet1776

1776American Idiot

1776The Sound of MusicIl Matrimonio Segreto

(The Secret Marriage)

America’s Got Talent Live!All Stars Tour

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Whispers of Light: From the Voices of Children

Joe Turner’s Come and Gone

Trespass Residency Series1776American Idiot


Dvorák’s SeventhYo Gabba GabbaThe ChiefA Grand Night for

Singing

The Beaded PendantThe ChiefA Grand Night for

Singing

Dvorák’s SeventhA Grand Night for

Singing

Les MisérablesJazzLive

Les MisérablesA Grand Night for

Singing


Singing

Noseda & Concert Italia


Singing

Mozart’s Symphony No. 40

1776The Sound of MusicLes Misérables

Il Matrimonio Segreto (The SecretMarriage)

1776JazzLive

The ChiefJazzLive

We’re Going on a Bear Hunt

The ChiefFlashdanceA Grand Night for

Singing

Noseda & Concert ItaliaLes MisérablesA Grand Night for

Singing

Music 101The ChiefA Grand Night for

Singing

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offCENTER: Theater

The ChiefA Grand Night for

Singing

Les MisérablesJazzLive

Erskine BowlesLes Misérables

1776The Sound of MusicSean Jones Presents Duets –Sean and the DJ

Les Misérables

Gallery Crawl in the Cultural DistrictMozart’s Symphony No. 40


Il Matrimonio Segreto (The Secret Marriage)

Mozart’s Symphony No. 40


Noseda & Concert ItaliaLes MisérablesA Grand Night for

Singing

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Singing


Singing

Flashdance FlashdanceA Grand Night for

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