All Events | Starting Thursday, February 21, 2013

Chess
In the midst of the Cold War, Freddie Trumper of the USA and Anatoly Sergievsky of the Soviet Union face off in a world championship chess tournament. The two men, with the reputation of their countries at stake, prove weak in the face of love and loyalty. Released first as a concept album in 1984, Chess has a critically acclaimed score by ABBA's Bjorn Ulvaeus and Benny Anderson. Directed by Scott Wise.
02/21/2013

Spring Awakening
Directed by Tomé Cousin with Musical Direction by Thomas Douglas, Spring Awakening fuses the 19th century German expressionist ideas of Frank Wedekind with the modern angst and energy of the pop-music scene. This Tony award-winning musical follows a group of adolescent students as they struggle with sexual repression and double standards from teachers and parents, leading to more confusion and pain. (Contains adult themes and profanity.)
02/21/2013

Dialogues of the Carmelites
Duquesne's Opera Workshop (Guenko Guechev, director) presents Poulenc's "Dialogues of the Carmelites."
02/22/2013

Whispers of Light: A Story of Hope
A world-premiere ballet by Maria Caruso in two acts, in tribute to The Highmark Caring Place. With an original score by Nancy Galbraith, the ballet is based on stories of the children themselves, examining the grieving process of children who are experiencing the loss of a parent or loved one.
02/22/2013

Cabaret 2013
This restyled event showcases the versatile Pittsburgh Opera Resident Artists in Broadway numbers, novelty songs, show tunes, and hilarious surprises. The Opera's George R. White Studio becomes an intimate New York City-style cabaret, and emcee and pianist Mark Trawka brings his devilish sense of humor to each performance.
02/22/2013

Asteria - Renaissance Love Songs
Asteria burst on the national scene in 2004, winning Early Music America's Unicorn Prize and praise from the New York Times. The duo of Eric Redlinger (tenor and lute) and Sylvia Rhyne (soprano) brings out the passion and emotional impact of late medieval and Renaissance songs.
02/23/2013

A Kind of Alchemy: Medieval Persian Ceramics
This exhibition provides a beautiful and fascinating look at the diversity of ceramics made in ancient Persia (what is now present-day Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan). Produced for both the luxury and middle-class markets, these vessels, bowls, pitchers, and bottles reflect numerous cultural and artistic influences and an aesthetic sensibility that seems startling modern.
02/23/2013

Love Songs
Free concert in a cabaret setting, featuring vocalists from the Bach Choir.
02/24/2013

Special Anniversary Concert: Chanticleer
The 20th anniversary season of Music in a Great Space culminates with the return of the ever-popular, Grammy-winning Chanticleer, known the world over as "an orchestra of voices." "The world's reigning male chorus," praised by the San Francisco Chronicle for its "tonal luxuriance and crisply etched clarity," returns with choral music from around the world, of the highest quality.
02/24/2013

BYOB - Shakespeare's Ghosts
Bring Your Own Bard is PSIP’s informal scene night. Professional actors and non-actors read favorite Shakespeare. Feb. 25th will feature pieces about ghosts, goblins, witches, and other creatures of the night: the ghost of a murdered father, a spirit who invites himself to dinner, goblins wreaking mischief and witches chanting obscure prophecy.
02/25/2013

Academy Chamber Ensemble - All-Mozart Concert
The Academy Chamber Ensemble, directed by Warren Davidson, will perform a duo for violin and viola, two charming works for flute and strings, and the sublime String Quintet in C major. The informal evening will include interesting tales of Mozart's life and the particular origins of these compositions.
02/25/2013

Celtic Woman in Concert
When: Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Venue: Heinz Hall Time: 7:30pm Regular Tickets $110 Single ticket $220 Pair tickets Orchestra/Grand Tier Credit Card Only, Non-Refundable
03/26/2013

QED Cooks Big Night 6-Course Dinner
When: Monday, May 6, 2013 Venue: D'Imperio's Restaurant, Monroeville Time: 6pm $150 Single ticket Credit Card Only.  Non-refundable.  Big Night Menu: Bruschetta Crespelle 'Mbusse (Wet Crepes) Risotto Tricolore Timbale Porchetta Roast Tiramisu
05/06/2013

The Tenors in Concert
**SOLD OUT** When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 Venue: Byham Theater Time: 8pm Regular $75 Single ticket $150 Pair tickets Ochestra/Director’s Circle Credit Card Only, Non-Refundable
06/19/2013

Chautauqua: Straight No Chaser in Concert – Overnight Bus Trip
Chautauqua: Straight No Chaser in Concert – overnight bus trip Date: Saturday, June 22, 2013- Sunday, June 23, 2013 Location: Chautauqua Time:  8:15pm *Depart Saturday morning, June 22; arrive for lunch.  Check into hotel and enjoy the grounds.  Have dinner and see SNC in concert.  On Sunday, have breakfast then leave to return to Pittsburgh. Regular $400 Single (single occupancy) $750 Pair (double occupancy) General Admission Seating Credit Card Only, Non-Refundable
06/22/2013

The Divinas
The Divinas in Concert Date: Thursday, September 26, 2013 Venue: QED Theater Time:  8pm Meet & Greet $90 Single ticket $180 Pair tickets General Admission Seating Credit Card Only, Non-Refundable   Regular $60 Single ticket $120 Pair tickets General Admission Seating Credit Card Only, Non-Refundable Presents Deadline:  Friday, June 7, 2013
09/26/2013

Celtic Thunder Mythology
Celtic Thunder in Concert Date: Sunday, October 6, 2013  Venue: Benedum Center Time: 8pm Meet & Greet -SOLD OUT- Regular $130  Single ticket $260  Pair tickets Orchestra/Director’s Circle Seating Credit Card Only, Non-Refundable Presents Deadline:  Friday, June 14, 2013 
10/06/2013

The Piano Guys
The Piano Guys in Concert Date: Saturday, October 26, 2013 Venue: QED Theater Time:  8pm Meet & Greet $110 Single ticket $220 Pair tickets General Admission Seating Credit Card Only, Non-Refundable Regular $90 Single ticket $180 Pair tickets General Admission Seating Credit Card Only, Non-Refundable Presents Deadline:  Friday, June 21, 2013
10/26/2013