For the third year in a row, Sweetwater Center for the Arts is presenting our highly anticipated Folk February concert series. This series brings the community together for an evening of live Folk and Americana music. Buffalo Rose Friday, February 7th Doors open: 6:30 PM Music 7:30 PM - 9 PM Sweetwater Center for the […]
Chatham Baroque: A Garden of Harmony - Austrian & German Music for Strings Friday-Sunday, September 27-29, 2024 -Friday Sept 27, 7:30 p.m., Calvary Episcopal Church -Saturday Sept 28, 7:30 p.m., Teutonia Männerchor -Sunday Sept 29, 4:00 p.m., Calvary Episcopal Church The virtuosic compositions for string band from late 17th-century Austria and Germany sit squarely in […]
Carnegie Mellon Wind Ensemble George Vosburgh, Director Stephen Story, Associate Director Ethan Carter, conductor The Carnegie Mellon Wind Ensemble utilizes a flexible instrumentation of winds, brass, and percussion to perform repertoire from standard concert band works to contemporary compositions of various instrumental combinations. Program: Ralph Vaughan Williams Toccata Marziale John Williams Sinfonietta Ulysses S. Kay […]
We open our 12th season with the launch of Reson8, our new vocal octet! Featuring some of the finest professional singers from our region, the members of Reson8 are all accomplished solo artists who together make a magical ensemble! Featuring music from J.S. Bach to Leonard Bernstein and Aaron Copland to contemporary composers like Reena […]
Let's get spooky! Aria412 opera group is kicking off October with its Prima Donna of the Dead show on Tuesday, October 1 at 7 p.m. at Hop Farm Brewing in Lawrenceville! Featured singers include: Brady Collins, Emma Hils, Eric Kochanowski, Jennifer LaRocco, Logan Newman, Glenna Smiesko, Desiree Soteres, Louise van Mook, and Logan Williams, with […]
Ellis Paul doesn’t just write songs; he’s a guitar-carrying reporter who covers the human condition and details the hopes, loves, and losses of those he observes, turning their stories into luminous pieces of music that get under your skin and into your bloodstream. And much like the artists who have influenced him, everyone from Joni […]
Join us for a captivating evening at the Museum featuring the Pittsburgh Chamber Brass! This concert is tied to the WMAA's exhibition "All the Right Notes," featuring a dynamic range of artworks and objects inspired by the ethereal nature of music. Concert begins at 7 p.m. Arrive at 6 p.m. to peruse the Museum's galleries. […]
October 4 at the Thunderbird Café and Music Hall, join in on Pittsburgh’s most colorful fundraiser, where donations buy you the chance to splatter iconic Yinzers with paint – plus enjoy a cash bar, desserts, spin art, face painting, craft vendors, and more. Proceeds benefit the Magic Yarn Project, UPMC Magee Women’s Research Institute, and […]
Barbershop Talk transports the audience into the heart of Black barbershop culture. Artist Yusef Shelton (Ys1) brings to life the shared experiences that give these spaces their transformative impact.
Join us for our new Saturday Soirées! These quarterly performances transform our Studio space into an intimate nightclub. Your ticket includes food, drink, and memorable music while benefitting the ACFL&MH. Resonance Works is a Pittsburgh-based performing arts non-profit that empowers musicians and inspires audiences with intimate, genre-defying productions featuring everything from opera and musical theatre […]
We open our concert season with the power of Beethoven’s Egmont Overture and Mozart’s sublime Sinfonia Concertante, featuring the artistry of Monique Mead and Warren Davidson. Mendelssohn’s evocative “Scottish” Symphony closes this joyful program.
Steinway Piano Artist Yeeha Chiu joins the Academy String Quartet in concert at 2:00 PM on Sunday, October 6th at Central Presbyterian Church, 305 Allegheny Street in Tarentum. This concert marks the beginning of Academy Concert's 10th season at Central Church, and the inaugural concert for Central's newly acquired Yamaha Baby Grand Piano. A Goodwill […]
Join us at Mt. Hope Presbyterian Church for this free RADical Days preview of CrosSING Bridges, a concert featuring three culturally distinct choruses — the Heritage Gospel Chorale, Coro Latinoamericano, and MCP — coming together to perform a tapestry of diverse musical traditions. Hear these three great choruses perform and you’ll even be able to […]
Stephen Schultz, director Program: Johann Sebastian Bach,Brandenburg Concerto #4 Georg Philipp Telemann, Concerto for 4 Violins Wilhelm Friedemann Bach, Duets for Flute Tomaso Albinoni, Trio Sonatas, Opus 3 Arcangelo Corelli and George Frideric Handel, Concerti Grossi Cost: Free and open to the public; Tickets required.
NEW SEASON!! NEW SOLOISTS!! Tuesday, October 8, 2024, 1:00 PM Levy Hall, Congregation Rodef Shalom 4905 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Program “Frühlingstraum” from Die Winterreise Franz Schubert(1797-1828) Four Serious Songs Johannes Brahms (1833-1897) “Wenn ich mit Menschen und mit Engelszungen” John Barrett, baritone / Joshua Malavé, piano La Cygne Camille Saint-Saëns (1835-1921) Entr’acte Jacques […]
Welcome to an exciting 2024-2025 academic year with three exciting opera productions in store. We will begin in October with performances of TRANSFORMATIONS, by Carnegie Mellon University alumnus Conrad Sousa. A gritty and psychologically challenging telling of the tales of the Brothers Grimm, this opera is popular among American opera companies and known for its […]
Free monthly meetup and networking event for artists, creatives, art educators, culture bearers, and arts administrators. Are you a maker looking for a space to create your artwork? This month, guests will have the opportunity to tour Protohaven and learn more about their community makerspace and workshop. Plus, free snacks and drinks, courtesy of Lolev […]
Music at Third is proud to present a recital by organist Michael Hammer. Michael is the choir director and organist at Sewickley Presbyterian Church; he was formerly the organist at Third Presbyterian Church and we are happy to welcome his artistry back to our historic sanctuary with its unique "double organ" console. Music is by […]
🎉Bring the whole family for our FREE, fun, and creative Community Day on October 12 from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m.! Meet our resident companies, Front Porch Theatricals, Kente Arts Alliance, Prime Stage Theatre, and Texture Contemporary Ballet, and take part in free, hands-on activities led by the talented artists of our Community Supported Arts (CSA) […]
She lived for art. Would she die for love? When painter Cavaradossi—the lover of Rome’s enchanting diva Floria Tosca—decides to harbor a fugitive of the law, he makes himself and his beloved Tosca a target of the corrupt Chief of Police, Baron Scarpia. Now it is up to Tosca to free both her lover and […]
We are thrilled to welcome Terrance Hayes, National Book Award winner and International Poetry Forum alum, in his long awaited return to Pittsburgh. This event marks the relaunch of the International Poetry Forum, a nonprofit organization that originally hosted over 800 poets, actors, and artists in Pittsburgh from 1966 to 2009. The 501(c)(3) was founded […]
The highest-ranking Republican woman in the history of the House, Liz Cheney was on the Armed Services Committee and was Vice Chair of the January 6th Committee.
Dr. Yoko Suzuki, an ethnomusicologist and excellent saxophonist, returns to City of Asylum to pay homage to female musicians who were unappreciated in their time. Artists featured in past renditions of Dr. Yoko’s concerts include pianists Geri Allen and Marian McPartland as well as harpists Dorothy Ashby and Alice Coltrane. With incredible setlists—often featuring original […]
Join us at Chatham University’s James Laughlin Music Center this Friday, October 18th, at 4:00 PM for pianist James Iman's performance of works by Aleksandra Vrebalov, Donald Martino, and Claude Debussy's Images, Book 1
Koresh Dance Company, one of Philadelphia’s premier contemporary dance companies, recognized nationally and internationally for superb technique and emotionally compelling appeal presents Hollow Apple (2024). This evening-length work is inspired by the endless desire to be liked, and loved by strangers, only to reveal our fears of unworthiness. Choreographed by Artistic Director, Roni Koresh, with […]
Josef Suk - Meditation on an Old Bohemian Hymn: in 1914, Suk wrote this piece in an attempt to rally the Bohemian/Czech people to press for independence from the Austrian Empire. Thomas Roncevic - Bulgarian Suite (part 1): Bulgaria was under Turkish Domination for 500 years, but maintained their folk music traditions with seemingly little […]
THR STEINWAY SOCIETY OF WESTERN PA PRESENTS PIANIST SEAN CHEN IN RECITAL AT KRESGE THEATER, COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS, CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY. THE RECITAL IS ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20th , 2024 AT 3PM AND FEATURES THE 4 BALLADES BY CHOPIN; SONATA TALE, Op. 25 by Meitner; 4 etudes by Ligeti AND THE SORCER'S APPRENTICE BY […]
City of Asylum welcomes Sandra Cisneros to Pittsburgh to celebrate the 40th anniversary of her contemporary classic, The House on Mango Street. “Visiting the Pilsen section of Chicago recently, I thought of Sandra Cisneros’s The House on Mango Street—how it was born on these streets, grew wings, and is now being celebrated in a 40th-anniversary […]
This month's program will feature Dr. Edward Kocher, professor at the Duquesne University Mary Pappert School of Music, describing the education program at the school. Following this will be performances […]
Story Club Pittsburgh (created by the former producers of The Moth Pittsburgh) organizes and hosts Story Slam, a monthly nonfiction storytelling series at City of Asylum. A charming mix of […]
As The Art of Democracy probes how we can actively participate in and impact our communities, it is important to find intentional time to reflect on how we are prepared […]
Thomas Wendt’s Off Minor Series returns this fall to celebrate and honor jazz legend Barry Harris. The performance will include an iconic trio of jazz musicians, featuring local artists Paul […]
RealTime Arts presents Angelmakers, a true-crime concert musical that explores the moments and motives of female serial killers through history. With music ranging from post-punk to indie rock to country and beyond, this concert-play is a howl full of bad luck, pathos, and feminine rage. Sung by blistering R&B singer Jacquea Mae and music-theater favorites […]
Pittsburgh’s biggest Halloween party celebrates and supports an often-overlooked community of cancer survivors. Attendees are encouraged to wear wigs and costumes at this festive event, which will take place at […]
Banjo player Tray Wellington’s approach to the quintessential American instrument is all about looking forward. An International Bluegrass Music Association Award winner, Wellington is critically acclaimed not only for his […]
The 56th season opens with a vibrant celebration of American music, featuring selections from Leonard Bernstein’s beloved “West Side Story,” and Aaron Copland’s Clarinet Concerto performed by Michael Rusinek, principal […]
Experience a vibrant celebration of American music during Opening Night, featuring selections from Leonard Bernstein’s beloved “West Side Story," and Aaron Copland’s Clarinet Concerto performed by Michael Rusinek, Pittsburgh Symphony […]
Macbeth Presented by The Heritage Players Oct 18 - 27, 2024 Fri & Sat at 7:30 pm; Sun at 2:30 pm Presented by The Heritage Players "Brutal actions have brutal consequences. The political and natural world is broken and the Macbeths seize this opportunity to rise through the ranks and control their destiny. But their […]
Music strengthens, unites and uplifts our voices in celebration of our shared journey. Belle Voci is thrilled to host the 13th annual Treble Choir Festival of Western Pennsylvania at First […]
The Pittsburgh Compline Choir sings Compline (the service of Night Prayer from the monastic tradition) each Sunday evening at 8:00 pm in Heinz Memorial Chapel in Oakland, under the direction […]
Join us this Halloween for a horrifically sickening evening of Drag, Music, and Circus! Get ready to scream and be entertained as our spine-chilling lineup will leave you breathless! Don't forget to bring your A-game for our Costume Contest. Killer looks are a must and will win a very special prize! 🌙✨ Let’s make it […]
Heavy Is The Crown is a celebration of African American culture and the beauty of the Black diaspora by Freshworks artist Arnita Simone. This contemporary dance performance in progress explores the interconnected, sacred histories of Black hair traditions, honoring them while educating audiences about the fascinating origins and revolutionary applications of these styles. Heavy Is […]
We’re thrilled to have Mo’Ney Thomas be our second exhibiting artist for the ‘24-’25 season of Art All Over. Mo’Ney Thomas aka Majestic Mo is a Pittsburgh-born and raised professional photographer, artist, creative director, and founder of Majestic Moments. After being introduced to photography at the young age of 5 years old, Mo’Ney has used […]