Bringing Bach’s Markus Passion to Life
A World Premiere in Pittsburgh

For centuries, Johann Sebastian Bach’s Markus Passion remained a lost masterpiece. Witness its historic world premiere in Pittsburgh on April 11, 2025, thanks to Chatham Baroque, The Sebastians, and Concert Theatre Works! WQED offers a behind-the-scenes look into the creation of this unique staged performance starring Joseph Marcell (The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air).

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Dragonfly Dawn Takes Flight at New Hazlett

Preview “Dragonfly Dawn,” the final show of New Hazlett Theater’s CSA season (April 24-25). Hear from Lead Artist Joanna Abel, dancer Christine Andrews, and musician Aidana Yntykbayeva about this magical production featuring belly dance, aerial arts, puppetry, and live music from the Kazakh kobyz, telling a story of good vs. evil.

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Chamber Music of Pittsburgh Presents The Dover Quartet

Hear from cellist Camden Shaw of the acclaimed Dover Quartet and composer Jerod Impichchaachaahaaha Tate. They discuss the quartet’s upcoming Pittsburgh concert (April 21, 7:30 pm, PNC Theater), featuring a program including Dvorak’s “American Quartet,” Jessie Montgomery’s “Strum,” and Tate’s own Chickasaw-influenced compositions.

American Guild of Organists Honoring Ann Labounsky

Longtime Duquesne University Professor of Organ Studies, Ann Labounsky, discusses receiving a prestigious award from the American Guild of Organists. Hear about her upcoming award recital (April 25th, 7:30 pm, Duquesne Chapel), her 56-year career, studies with mentors like Jean Langlais, and advice for young musicians.

On the Edge Of with Brew House Arts

Discover “On the Edge Of…” at Brew House Arts (April 17-June 7), showcasing their Distillery Resident Artists. Hear insights from coordinator Brent Nakamoto and artist Alli Lemon. Don’t miss the Opening Reception (April 17, 6-8:30 pm) with edible cake art, or the Artists Panel (May 15, 7-9 pm).

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04.23.25

Pittsburgh Glass Center SiO2 Artwork Exhibition

A special free reception and exhibition of glass art created by PGC high school and middle school students including blown, fused, flameworked art, and more.

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04.25.25

Dragonfly Dawn

About the Performance In Dragonfly Dawn, a cricket’s violin lures a swan to a mystical forest lake, where they dance with dragonfly friends. The peace shatters when an evil harpy […]

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Organ Artists Series of Pittsburgh: Ann Labounsky

This concert is co-sponsored by the American Guild of Organists and Duquesne University in honor of Dr. Labounsky being awarded the 2025 AGO Endowment Fund Distinguished Artist Award. More details […]

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