GO! List 12-01-16
Steep Canyon Rangers will make a tour stop at the Rex Theater in Pittsburgh Dec. 2. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets for the 21 and over show are $18 in advance and $23 at the door. Tickets: ticketfly.com.com (Photo courtesy of steepcanyon.com.)
Straight No Chaser “I’ll Have Another...World Tour” will perform 8-11 p.m. Dec. 6 at the Benedum Center, Pittsburgh. Tickets start at $49.25 and are available through trustarts.org or by calling 412-456-6666. (Photo courtesy of the group’s Facebook.)
The Wizards of Winter, Dec. 9, Carnegie Music Hall of Homestead. Doors open at 7 p.m. and show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $27-$47 through ticketfly.com.
The disco group Dancing Queen will perform at the Meadows Casino in Washington, Pennsylvania 8 p.m. Dec. 10. Tickets are free. Information: meadowsgaming.com
theater/film
”The North Pole Express–Befana Saves Christmas” presented by Stage Right, 7 p.m. Dec. 2, 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dec. 3, Greensburg Garden and Civic Center. The show tells the story of the North Pole Express, headed to the North Pole with some lucky kids to meet Santa. Can the conductor, the kids and Befana get there in time? Will Christmas be saved? Kids receive a special Christmas bell and golden ticket at each performance and are invited to have cookies and milk with Santa before every show. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for children and can be purchased by calling 724-832-7464.
The Classic Film Series at the State Theatre Center for the Arts in Uniontown 2016-17 season presents “A Christmas Story” (Dec. 16); “The Wild Bunch” (Jan. 27); “Barefoot in the Park” (Feb. 17); “Clue” (March 10); “Coal Miner’s Daughter” (April 7); “A Hard Day’s Night” (May 12); “Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House” (June 23); “Ghostbusters” (July 21); and “Taxi Driver” (Aug. 18). Showtimes are 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Admission: $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and students.
Pittsburgh Public Theater’s “Between Riverside and Crazy,” Nov. 10-Dec. 11 at the O’Reilly Theater, Pittsburgh. This winner of the 2015 Pulitzer Prize tells the story of a retired police officer and the family that makes up his chaotic home. Tickets are $25-$62 for adults, and $15.75 for students and age 26 and younger by calling 412-316-1600, ppt.org or the O’Reilly Theater box office.
”The Happy Elf” will be presented by California University of Pennsylvania students and community members Dec. 8-11 in Steele Hall Mainstage Theatre. The production, based on a song by Harry Connick Jr., will tell the story of Eubie the Elf, whose rose-colored view of the holiday season is put to the test when he starts to bring Christmas Joy to the town of Bluesville. Performances are 7 p.m. Dec. 8, 9 and 10 and 2 p.m. Dec. 10 and 11. Tickets are $12 for all patrons. Students with valid CalCards are admitted for 50 cents. A $5 deposit will be returned when the student attends a performance. Information and tickets: 724-938-5943.
”Hedwig and the Angry Inch” Jan. 24 and 25, Benedum Center, Pittsburgh. Tickets are $26-27 and are available online at trustarts.org, by calling 412-456-4800 or in person at the box office at 655 Penn Ave.
Travis Wall and Break the Floor Productions National Tour of “After the Curtain,” Shaping Sound’s groundbreaking, new show 7:30 p.m. March 8 at the Benedum Center, Pittsburgh. Tickets are $35.75-$75.75 and can be purchased at trustarts.org, by calling 412-456-6666 or at the box office at 655 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh.
auditions
Greensburg Civic Theater to hold auditions for the musical comedy, “The Wedding Singer” 6-9 p.m. Dec. 2 at the Greensburg Garden & Civic Center, 951 Old Salem Road, Greensburg. The cast of eight plus ensemble has parts for men and women ages 20-80. Those auditioning must prepare a one minute monologue of their choice and 16-32 bars of an up-tempo pop rock musical song. An accompanist will be provided. Performances will be Feb. 10, 11 and 12. To reserve an audition spot go to gctheatre.org/auditions.html. Information: info@gctheatre.org.
Geyer Performing Arts Center auditions for “Hair” 6-9 p.m. Dec. 9 and 2-5 p.m. Dec. 10. Callbacks will be held Dec. 11. Those wishing to audition should come prepared with 16-32 bars of rock, pop or soul songs. Songs from the show are not required but are encouraged. A cold reading might also be needed. There will be a light-dance portion to call-backs. Auditions are open to only those 16 or older and parents of actors under 18 must have a meeting with the directors before casting is announced.
art/exhibits
The Phoenix Arts Center in Uniontown is accepting registrations for classes in visual and performing arts. Costs for classes vary and most classes are held at Laurel Business Institute. For a complete list of classes and workshops and to register: thephoenixartscenter.org.
Jozart Center for the Arts in California will continue the Wine & Line program 6:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. Those attending can bring wine and snacks and create an original piece of art from start to finish under the guidance of a teaching artist. Cost is $22 and includes all materials. Reservations: cher@zoominternet.net.
The Gallery @ James Photographic, 86 West Main St., Uniontown, a gallery featuring a variety of local artists and artisans’ works — fabrics, sculpture, paintings, photography. Free Admission. The Gallery is open noon to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday or by appointment for private or group showings. New artists works are accepted weekly. Details: 724-438-9096.
”Off-Road,” a multidisciplinary exhibit by Sarah Keeling and hosted by The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, will be on view Nov. 18-Jan.22 at 707 Penn Gallery, at 707 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh. Keeling uses images and hand-made objects to explore subtext within the representation of landscape scenes. An opening reception will be held 5:30-8 p.m. Nov. 18. The exhibit is free and open to the public.
The Domesticity of Abandonment: A Multimedia Exhibition will run Dec. 9-Jan. 29 at SPACE in Pittsburgh. The exhibit looks at the idea of abandonment from a variety of angles and how it impact people around the globe. A special opening reception will be held 5:30 p.m. Dec.9 and will also be on view during Highmark First Night Pittsburgh and the Cultural District Gallery Crawl on Jan. 20.
music/comedy
The Palace Theatre in Greensburg will be the site of the following performances: Cornell Gunter’s Coasters, The Drifters and The Platters Holiday Hop, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1, tickets: $38-$58; River City Brass Christmas Brasstacular, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 3, (1-800-292-7222); The Four Preps and The New Chordettes Hollywood Holiday Christmas Show, 2 p.m. Dec. 6, tickets: $35; The Nutcracker Ballet, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dec. 10 and 2 p.m. Dec. 11, tickets: $12-$36; Kenny Rogers Christmas and Hits, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 14, tickets $75-$150; Christmas Memories featuring The Latshaw Pops Orchestra, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 16, tickets: $25-$35; Westmoreland Symphony Home for the Holidays, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 17, tickets: $12-$55; The Wall Theatrical Extravaganza, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 19, Tickets: $35-$45; Get the Led Out, 8 p.m. Jan. 20-21, Tickets: $25, $28 and $34; Kris Kristofferson, 8 p.m. Jan. 27, Tickets: $50, $60 and $70; London Calling, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 28. Call Palace Theatre for information: 724-836-8000.
Steep Canyon Rangers will make a tour stop at the Rex Theater in Pittsburgh Dec. 2. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets for the 21 and over show are $18 in advance or $23 at the door. Tickets: ticketfly.com.
The Meadows Casino in Washington, Pennsylvania will host the following performances this month: 8 p.m. Dec. 2, Jukebox; 8 p.m. Dec. 3, Ferris Bueller’s Revenge; 8 p.m. Dec. 9, The Clintones; 8 p.m. Dec. 10, Dancing Queen; 8 p.m. Dec. 16, The Joseph Sisters; 9 p.m. Dec. 17, Bon Journey; 8 p.m. Dec. 23, Radio Tokyo; 8 p.m. Dec. 30, Ryan Cain & The Ables; and 9 p.m. Dec. 31 House of Soul. Admission is free for all of the shows. More information: meadowsgaming.com
The Bullskin Opry at The Bullskin Grange Hall, Rt. 982 Bullskin Twp. 938 Pleasant Valley Road, Mt. Pleasant, will be held 6-10 p.m. Dec. 3. Doors open at 5 pm. Free admission. Donations accepted. Local and regional bluegrass bands will be performing upstairs on the Shallenberger Stage. Baked goods and food also available. Beginner musicians are always welcome. Information: 724-455-3919. Future dates: No date in Jan; Feb. 4; March 4, and April 1.
The Greater Scottdale Area Choral Society concerts 7 p.m. Dec. 4 at St. Pius R.C. Church, Mount Pleasant and 7 p.m. Dec. 5 Philip G. Cochran Memorial United Methodist Church, Dawson. This year the choir will be joined by instrumentalists from Southmoreland Senior High School. Admission is free, though a free will offering is gathered to benefit the choral society and its scholarship program.
A Christmas Holiday Concert V presented by the 60 member PA State V.F.W. Post 8543 Band of Uniontown, 3-5 p.m. Dec. 4, State Theatre Center for the Arts in Uniontown. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. Donations for the concert can include non-perishable food items for the Fayette County Food Bank, New, unwrapped children’s toys for the U.S. Marines’ “Toys for Tots” program or monetary gifts to support the musical activities of the band.
Straight No Chaser “I’ll Have Another…World Tour” will perform 8-11 p.m. Dec. 6 at the Benedum Center, Pittsburgh. Tickets start at $49.25 and are available through trustarts.org or by calling 412-456-6666.
The Wizards of Winter, Dec. 9, Carnegie Music Hall of Homestead. Doors open at 7 p.m. and show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $27-$47 through ticketfly.com.
The X’s Kickass Christmas, featuring Third Eye Blind, The Struts, Holy White Hounds and Daily Grind, Dec. 11, Stage AE, Pittsburgh. Doors open 6 p.m. Tickets: $39.50 in advance or $45 day of the show at ticketmaster.com.
A Diamond Rio Christmas at the State Theatre Center for the Arts, Uniontown, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 20. Admission $35-$75. Tickets: statetheatre.info or 724-439-1360.
Reel Big Fish and Anti-Flag with special guests Ballyhoo and Direct Hit, Jan. 11, Stage AE, Pittsburgh. Doors open 6 p.m. Tickets $25 in advance or $27 day of the show, ticketmaster.com.
Run the Jewels with very special guest The Gaslamp Killer and guests Spark, Master Tape and Cuz 8 p.m. Jan. 13, Stage AE. Tickets are $30 in advance and day of the show. Tickets: ticketmaster.com.
Less Than Jake & Pepper Feb. 10, Stage AE. Doors open 6:30 p.m. and tickets are $25 available through ticketmaster.com.
Mardi Gras Madness with George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic Feb. 16, Stage AE. Doors open at 7 p.m. and tickets are $29.50 in advance or $32 day of the show and are available through ticketmaster.com.
Panic! At the Disco will perform at the Petersen Events Center, Pittsburgh, Feb. 28. Admission: $47.50. Tickets: ticketmaster.com.
The Ten Tenors present Power of Ten 7:30 p.m. March 14 at the Benedum Center, Pittsburgh. Tickets are $31.75-$76.75 and are available at trustarts.org, by calling 412-456-6666 or at the box office at 655 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh.
Green Day in concert at the Petersen Events Center, Pittsburgh, March 25. Admission: $33-$67.50. Tickets: ticketmaster.com.
The Staves, March 8, The Club at Stage AE, Pittsburgh. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets $15 through ticketmaster.com.
Daya will bring her tour home to Pittsburgh, March 30, at Stage AE. Admission: $20. Tickets: ticketmaster.com.
Andrew McMahon in The Wilderness with Atlas Genius and Night Riots April 1, State AE. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Tickets $26 in advance or $28 day of the show. Tickets: ticketmaster.com.
Roger Waters in concert PPG Paints Arena on Sept. 19, 2017. The former Pink Floyd singer and bassist will be on his “Us + Them” tour, featuring classic Pink Floyd, some new songs and solo work. Admission: $52.59-$190. Tickets: ticketmaster.com.
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