GO! List 11-24-16
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.)
”A Christmas Story,” the timeless comedic tale of a boy and his quest for a Red Ryder BB Gun will be presented Nov. 22-27 at the Benedum Center. in Pittsburgh. Tickets start at $26 and are available at trustarts.org.
“Fancy Nancy: Splendiferous Christmas” 11 a.m. Nov. 25, The Palace Theatre, Greensburg. This year, Nancy is really excited for Christmas, but when things don’t turn out the way she planned, will Christmas still be splendiferous? Tickets: $12, $10 and $45 for a special VIP meet and greet. Tickets: thepalacetheatre.org or 724-836-8000.
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.)
Mark Milovats in Concert “Christmas in America” 7 p.m. Nov. 27, Byham Theater, Pittsburgh. The concert will feature a variety of Christmas songs and selections from his “I Gotta Be Me” CD; his Santa Belle Dancers; 16 piece orchestra; a classic holiday choir; the Central Catholic High School Choir and special guests. Tickets $38-$43 at the Byham Theater Box Office or 412-456-6666.
theater/film
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.
”A Christmas Story,” the timeless comedic tale of a boy and his quest for a Red Ryder BB Gun will be presented Nov. 22-27 at the Benedum Center. in Pittsburgh. Tickets start at $26 and are available at trustarts.org.
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.
art/exhibits
The world premiere of “The Costumes of THE WIZ Live” exhibit at the August Wilson Center, Pittsburgh, through Nov. 30 presented by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust. Admission is free.
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.
music/comedy
The Palace Theatre in Greensburg will be the site of the following performances: “Fancy Nancy Splendiferous Christmas,” 11 a.m. Nov. 25, tickets: $10-$12; Wayne Newton, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 26, tickets: $50-$70; 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; Call Palace Theatre for information: 724-836-8000.
The Meadows Casino in Washington will be the site of the following performances: Nov. 25 No Bad Ju Ju and Nov. 26 Joe Grushecky. All performances are at 8 p.m.
Mark Milovats in Concert “Christmas in America” 7 p.m. Nov. 27, Byham Theater, Pittsburgh. The concert will feature a variety of Christmas songs and selections from his “I Gotta Be Me” CD; his Santa Belle Dancers; 16 piece orchestra; a classic holiday choir; the Central Catholic High School Choir and special guests. Tickets $38-$43 at the Byham Theater Box Office or 412-456-6666.
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 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.
Barb Wire Dolls, Nov. 27 at Howlers, Pittsburgh. Doors open at 9 p.m. and show starts at 9:30 p.m. Tickets $10.
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.
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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