GO! List 07-12-18
Peter Pan will come to the State Theatre Center for the Arts stage in Uniontown at 7:30 p.m. July 13 and 14, and 2 p.m. July 15. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under and can be reserved by visiting statetheatre.info or calling 724-439-1360.Clockwise from left, Breanna Deutsch as Peter Pan, Adam Drabish as John Darling, Ian Grodz as Michael Darling and Kayla Grimm as Wendy Darling.
The Art of the Brick: Lego art exhibition at the Carnegie Science Center now through Jan. 7, by artist Nathan Sawaya, which will include original artworks and versions of well-known masterpieces such as Vincent Van Gogh’s Starry Night, Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa and a 20-foot-long T. rex dinosaur skeleton. Due to the popularity of this exhibit, the science center is offering timed ticketing. Tickets can be reserved by visiting www.carnegiesciencecenter.org.
Lion’s Square in Connellsville
Thank Goodness It’s Summer, Westmoreland Cultural Trust’s annual free concert series returns this summer with 14 weeks of free music in the S&T Bank Courtyard at The Palace Theatre in Greensburg. This event runs 6-9:30 p.m. every Thursday through Aug. 30. The season will end Sept. 7 with a grand finale on The Palace Theatre stage featuring the top four bands of the summer and local artisans at the pop-up artist’s market. For more information, visit www.westmorelandculturaltrust.org. Upcoming performances: Aug. 16, Sky Pilot; Aug. 23, Jeff Perigo & Friends; Aug. 30, Neon Swing X-perience.
Wizard of Oz will come to the Palace Theatre, Greensburg, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. under the collaboration of Kelly Simon Event Management and Stage Right! The show is directed by Anthony Marino. Tickets are available by calling the Palace Theatre Box Office at 724-836-8000.
theater/film/literature
Wizard of Oz will come to the Palace Theatre, Greensburg, 7:30 p.m. July 13 and 14 and 2 p.m. July 15 under the collaboration of Kelly Simon Event Management and Stage Right! The show is directed by Anthony Marino. Tickets are available by calling the Palace Theatre Box Office at 724-836-8000.
Peter Pan, 7:30 p.m. July 13 and 14, and 2 p.m. July 15, at the State Theatre Center for the Arts, Uniontown. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under and can be reserved by visiting statetheatre.info or calling 724-439-1360.
Singing in the Rain, 7:30 p.m. July 19-21 and 2:30 p.m. July 22, at the Geyer Performing Arts Center, Scottdale. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased by visiting www.geyerpac.com or calling 724-887-0887.
The Music Man, 7:30 p.m. July 27 and 28, and 2 p.m. July 29, at the State Theatre Center for the Arts, Uniontown. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under and can be reserved by visiting statetheatre.info or calling 724-439-1360.
The Classic Film Series at the State Theatre Center for the Arts in Uniontown 2017-18 season presents: “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” (July 20); “Million Dollar Mermaid” (Aug. 10). Showtimes are 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Admission: $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and students.
”Ballet Under the Stars” will be performed for free by the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre when they kick off the 2018-2019 ballet season Aug 19, at the Middle Road Concert Area in Hartwood Acres park. Pre-show family fun – and a ticketed Picnic in the Park – start at 5 p.m. The free performance follows at 7:30 p.m.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre announces their 2018-19 season which includes: “Mozart in Motion” Oct. 26-28, 2018; “The Nutcracker” Nov. 30-Dec. 27; “The Great Gatsby” Feb. 8-17, 2019; “Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre + Dance Theatre of Harlem” March 15-24, 2019; “The Sleeping Beauty” May 10-12, 2019. Information and tickets: www.pbt.org or 412-454-9107.
art/exhibits
Fayette County Law Library features Diane Zeglen in July with her “Shades of Pink” exhibit. Her jewelry collection will be on display July 1-25. The library is located on the second floor of the courthouse. The public is invited, admission is free and the library is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Law Library is closed from 12-1 p.m. every day.
Pittsburgh Society of Artists Guild (PSA) presents their 2018 Artist’s Choice Exhibition at the Brew House Association, 711 S. 21st St., Pittsburgh. This exhibition opened to the public earlier this month and is an unjuried show that gives PSA members the opportunity to exhibit works of their choice. This show will feature a variety of styles, subjects, and mediums rarely seen in a traditionally curated exhibition. Attendees can cast their vote for the People’s Choice Award, which will be presented at the closing reception 6-9 p.m. Aug. 3. Regular gallery hours are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., or by appointment. For additional information about the Artist’s Choice Exhibition or the Pittsburgh Society of Artists, please visit the PSA website www.pittsburghsocietyofartists.org.
The Art of the Brick: Lego art exhibition at the Carnegie Science Center now through Jan. 7, 2019, by artist Nathan Sawaya, which will include original artworks and versions of well-known masterpieces such as Vincent Van Gogh’s Starry Night, Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa and a 20-foot-long T. rex dinosaur skeleton. When you’re finished touring the exhibition, explore Science of the Brick, a hub for hands-on play, featuring 17 activity tables with brick building challenges and interactives, plus free-play and demonstration areas. Create your own brick masterpieces, build a maze out of LEGO bricks, compose a melody using a music box made from LEGO bricks, build cars and race them, and more. The purchase of a ticket to the exhibit is required for access to Science of the Brick. Due to the popularity of this exhibit, the science center is offering timed ticketing. Tickets can be reserved by visiting www.carnegiesciencecenter.org.
Touchstone Center for Crafts will be offering several workshops the week of July 16-20 and will include: “From Ideas to Art: How to Develop Your Style” with Yoko Sekino-Bové, where the participant will learn to discover and develop their voice and story through clay; “The Lost Art of Lost Wax” with Jim Bové where the participant will create unique works of their own design by creating a wax model and seeing it become a work of wearable art in metal; “Tools and Techniques for Intuitive Iron Design” with Abraham Pardee where participants will learn to make and use different tooling for texture and embellishment with hand, sledge and power hammer to forge projects of their own design in blacksmithing; “Leather Bag Design and Sewing” with Molly Grant, where participants will learn the beginning steps of sewing with leather to make three bags: a small zippered bag, a Molly bag, and a one-of-a-kind bag of their own design. Classes are $550 for the week for non-members and $580 for the week for members. To register for a class visit www.touchstonecrafts.org or call 724-329-1370.
Adman: Warhol Before Pop exhibit at the Andy Warhol Museum is now on display through Sept. 2. With the backdrop of 1950s New York and its burgeoning advertising industry, the exhibit focuses on the formative years of one of the 20th century’s most influential artists. The exhibit is free with museum admission.
”Art Blast” Nathanael Greene CDC is planning for the 13th annual Art Blast on the Mon to be held on Sept. 1 at the Ice Plant Pavilion in Greensboro. Vendors, crafters and interactive artists are needed to make this event a special art and music festival. For more information contact shine201027@yahoo.com or call 724-943-4462
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.
Unique Gifts at Art Gallery featuring the co-op works with the Uniontown Art Club. Doors are opened from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays, and 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturdays at 86 West Main Street in Uniontown. Information: www.uniontownartclub.org.
The Carnegie Museum of Natural History is working to transform their current Walton Hall into a new exhibit called “Egypt on the Nile” and they are looking for your feedback. Dr. Erin Peters, Carnegie’s joint assistant curator of science and research and lecturer at the University of Pittsburgh, will be hosting a series of five monthly meetings for those who are able to attend the entire series. Dinner consisting of sandwiches or salads and free parking will be available to anyone available to attend. The meetings will occur on the third Thursday of every month beginning in July, and the group will share ideas and discuss primary themes and major sections of the future exhibition. If you are available for and interested in the following schedule, visit the website to fill out a form: July 19, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Introduction to “Egypt on the Nile” through the Nile River and the Carnegie Boat; Aug. 16, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Theme 1: United human and natural history of ancient Egypt; Sept. 20, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Theme 2: Egyptians’ connections to the natural world formed their worldview; Oct. 18, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Theme 3: Human intervention in natural world allowed for sustained settlement; Nov. 15, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Theme 4: Human alteration of biodiversity of ancient Egypt.
music/comedy
The Lone Bellow and Erin Rae, presented by WYEP and Opus One, will take to the stage at Mr. Smalls Theatre in Millvale on Friday at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) as part of Independent Venue Week. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at www.ticketweb.com.
”Old-Time Jam at the Library,” free event at the auditorium, Carnegie Free Library, 299 S. Pittsburgh St., Connellsville, Aug. 12, 1:30-4:30 pm. Monthly beginner-level circle led by teachers, performers, and other lovers of traditional music in a supportive and friendly learning environment. Participants should already know how to play their instruments and are ready to learn new tunes and play with others. Bring fiddle, mandolin, banjo, or guitar (nothing electric). Not a public performance, but those accompanying musicians are welcome. Future jams: Sept. 9, Oct. 14, Nov. 11, Dec. 9. Donations encouraged. Information: Fayette County Cultural Trust, 724-320-6392.
Rockin’ on the Mon! The Monongahela Aquatorium on the Riverfront at 200 Railroad St., has announced their summer concert series: July 14, Satisfaction – The International Rolling Stones Tribute; July 21, Draw the Line – A Tribute to Aerosmith; July 28, Blackfoot; Aug. 4, Doobie Others – Tribute to the Doobies; Aug. 11, Kick it Out – A Tribute to Heart; Aug. 18, Any Way You Want It – A Tribute to Journey; Aug. 25, 7 Bridges – The Ultimate Eagles Tribute Band. Gates open at 6 p.m. and concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $10 for each event and you can pay at the gate or order tickets ahead of time at www.monaquatorium.org.
Power of Music summer concert festival at downtown Brownsville Cast Iron Amphitheater is scheduled on Sundays from 3 to 6 p.m. during July and August. The schedule is as follows: July 15, Mark & the Wild Things; July 22, Jades; July 29, Belinda Nicholas & Soul Miners Band; Aug 5, Black Dog Hollow; Aug 12, Andy Gregg & Over Double; Aug 19, Knob Road and Aug 26, Classics.
Thank Goodness It’s Summer, Westmoreland Cultural Trust’s annual free concert series returns this summer with 14 weeks of free music in the S&T Bank Courtyard at The Palace Theatre. This free community event runs every Thursday evening 6-9:30 p.m. through Aug. 30. The season will end Sept. 7 with a grand finale on The Palace Theatre stage featuring the top four bands of the summer and local artisans at the pop-up artist’s market. For more information, visit www.westmorelandculturaltrust.org. The schedule is as follows: July 12, Bad Boy Blues Band; July 19, Gary Pratt & Dawn Noelle; July 26, East Coast Turnaround; Aug. 2, Kaelber; Aug. 9, The Abilene Band; Aug. 16, Sky Pilot; Aug. 23, Jeff Perigo & Friends; Aug. 30, Neon Swing X-perience.
Gin Blossoms with Tonic is slated to perform at 6:30 p.m. July 20 at Stage AE Outdoors in Pittsburgh. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 the day of the show. For tickets visit promowestlive.com.
Highly Suspect w/ DJ Redbees is slated to perform at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 4 at Stage AE in Pittsburgh. Tickets are $30 in advance or $35 the day of the show. For tickets visit promowestlive.com.
An Evening with Ween at 7 p.m., July 27, at Stage AE Outdoors – Pittsburgh. The cost is $42.50 in advance or $45 the day of the show. Tickets available at http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/16005482C7FF7FE9?brand=promowestns
Connellsville Lion’s Concert Series 2018 is scheduled for 7-9 p.m. each Sunday through Aug 26 at Lion’s Square in Connellsville. The schedule is as follows: July 15, The Back In Time Band; July 22, The Abilene Band; July 29, The Shelly McCombie Band; Aug. 5, Flying Blind; Aug. 12, The Wally Gingers Orchestra; Aug. 19, Scott Blasey of The Clarks; Aug. 26, Tane Lynne & Shadow Creek.
The Palace Theatre in Greensburg will be the site of the following performances: Wizard of Oz, 7:30 p.m. July 13 and 14 and 2 p.m. July 15, $25, $35, $45; Students $15, $20, $25; Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band and Beth Hart Band, 7:30 p.m. July 17, $44.75, $54.75, $75; The Crystal Blue Band, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 4, $29, $39, $44; Smokey Robinson, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 11, $88, $98, $128, $148, $168, $200; Little Anthony & The Imperials with Special Guests The Flamingos, 7 p.m. Sept. 15, $43, $48, $58, $63, $68; Vicki Lawrence & Mama – A Two Woman Show, 3 p.m. Sept. 30, $38, $48, $58, $75; The Fran Cosmo Band & Foreigners Journey, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 11, $25, $35, $45, $60; Dennis Deyoung – The Grand Illusion 40th Anniversary Album Tour, 8 p.m. Oct. 19, $48, $58, $68, $78, $98; The Temptations, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 25, $38, $38, $58, $68, $78; Mike Delguidice & Big Shot, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 8, $25, $35, $45, $60; Gino Vannelli & His Band, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19, $65, $75, $100. Latshaw Pops Spectacular Christmas Show, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 14, $25, $30, $35. Information: 724-836-8000.
The Old Time Fiddlers Jamboree, July 15, Old Time Fiddlers Building, Fayette County Fairgrounds, 120 Pechin Road, Dunbar. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. There is no admission charge. A $10 fee will be charged for those interested in becoming members of the group. Concession stand will be open during the performance, which will be followed by a picnic from 1-5 p.m. Future jamborees: Aug. 19, Sept. 16, Oct. 21, Nov. 18 and Dec. 16. Information: 724-277-0352.
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces 2017-18 Trust Cabaret Series featuring Kelli O’Hara, Sept. 25. The concert will be held at the Cabaret at Theater Square and will be performed at 7 and 9:30 p.m.
Meadows Casino announces their upcoming entertainment: My So Called 90s Band, July 13; Buck Wild, July 14; Darling Nikki ft. Jason Walker, July 14; Tone Loc & Color Me Bad, July 20; Sydney Hutchko, July 20; Joe Grushecky and the House Rockers, July 21; Starship featuring Mickey Thomas, July 21; Bon Journey, July 21; No Bad Juju, July 27; U.S. Kids, July 28; Nomad, July 28 at 6 p.m.; WFC Boxing, Aug. 4; Dancing Queen, Aug. 4; The Stickers, Aug. 11; Jukebox, Aug. 18; Corks & Kegs, Aug. 25 and 26; Bastard Bearded Irishmen, Sept. 1; Sugar Ray, Sept. 14; Morris Day & The Time, Sept. 15; Ratpack Is Back, Sept. 21; The Village People, Sept. 22.
TUSK: The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Experience will be hosted by Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus at 7 p.m. Aug. 25, on campus. The performance is part of the annual Concert On The Lawn event. A fireworks display will directly follow the show. Refreshments available, alcohol prohibited. An Alumni Barbecue will precede the performance, but registration is required. For more information, contact 724-430-4271 or visit fleetwoodmactribute.com.
Father John Misty with Bully, Aug. 3 at Stage AE. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com.
Playboi Carti, Aug. 8 at Stage AE. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $29.50 in advance or $35 the day of the show and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com.
The Avett Brothers, Aug. 16 at Stage AE. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and tickets are $47.50 in advance and the day of the show. Tickets: ticketmaster.com.
All Time Low and Dashboard Confessional, Aug. 21 at Stage AE. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $35 in advance and $37 the day of the show and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com.
Stone Sour with From Ashes to New, Sept. 3 at Stage AE. Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets are $29.50 in advance or $32 the day of the show and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com.
Pitt versus Penn State Tailgate Party, Sept. 8 at Stage AE. Admission is free and gates open at noon. The event is hosted by Bubba from 100.7 Star and live music will be provided by My Hero Zero. For more information visit www.stageae.com or call 412-229-5483.
Kip Moore with special guests The Wild Feathers and Jameson Rodgers have been announced as the entertainment for this year’s Steelers Kickoff Concert scheduled for Sept. 14, at Stage AE Outdoors. Tickets start at $37.50 ($40 at the door) and can be purchased at ticketmaster.com. On show day, gates at Stage AE will open at 6 p.m.
An Evening With Dawes, Sept. 12, at Stage AE. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $28.50 in advance or $30 the day of the show and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com.
Waxahatchee with special guest Anna St. Louis and Night Shop, is the next performance in the Andy Warhol Museum’s Sound Series. The event is scheduled for 8 p.m., Wed., Sept., 12, at The Warhol entrance space. Tickets can be purchased at www.warhol.org.
Rob Mazurek’s Farnsworth Scores is the next event in the Andy Warhol Museum’s Sound Series. The evening of experimental sound composition inspired by mid-century modern architecture is scheduled for 7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 20, at the Carnegie Museum of Art Theater in Oakland. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for adult members and students and can be purchased at www.warhol.org.
Parkway Drive with August Burns Red, The Devil Wears Prada and Polaris, Sept. 13 at Stage AE. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $28.50 in advance or $33 the day of the show. Tickets: ticketmaster.com.
Mat Kearney w/ Atlas Genius, Sept. 20 at Stage AE. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $27.50 in advance and $30 the day of show and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com.
Shakey Graves with The Wild Reeds, Sept. 24 at Stage AE. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com
Wheeler Walker Jr., Sept. 27 at Stage AE. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance and $23 the day of the show. Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com.
lovelytheband, Oct. 17 at Stage AE. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance and $17 the day of the show and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com.
Courtney Barnett, Oct. 19 at Stage AE. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $27.50 in advance and $30 the day of the show. Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com.
Clutch w/ Sevendust and Tyler Bryant and the Shakedown, Oct. 21 at Stage AE. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and tickets are $36 in advance or $40 the day of the show. Tickets can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com.
Eden with Sasha Sloan, Nov. 2 at Stage AE. Doors open at 7 p.m. and tickets are $20 in advance or $25 the day of the show. Tickets: ticketmaster.com.
AJR w/ Robert Delong, Nov. 4 at Stage AE. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com.
Seven Lions, Nov. 15 at Stage AE. Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25, $30 or $35 in advance or $38 the day of the show and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com.
Tash Sultana w/ Ocean Alley, Nov. 20, at Stage AE. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $39.50 and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com.
Counting Crows and their “25 Years and Counting” tour will make their way to the Keybank Pavilion in Burgettstown on Thursday, Aug. 30. Visit www.livenation.com for ticket information.
Bush, The Cult, Stone Temple Pilots and their “Revolution 3” tour will make their way to Keybank Pavilion in Burgettstown on July 21. Visit www.livenation.com for ticket information.
Chris Brown is returning to the stage with his “Heartbreak On A Full Moon” tour and will be joined by hip-hop and R&B rising stars, 6lack, and including H.E.R. and Rich the Kid. They are slated to perform at the Keybank Pavilion in Burgettstown on July 22. Visit www.livenation.com for ticket information.
Wiz Khalifa and Rae Sremmurd (Slim Jxmmi and Swae Lee) are slated to perform at the Keybank Pavilion in Burgettstown on July 26 as part of the “Dazed & Blazed Summer 2018 Amphitheater Tour.” The two rap and hip hop superstars will be joined by Lil Skies and OT Genasis as support on various dates of the outing. Visit www.livenation.com for ticket information.
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