Go! List 3-28-24
Go List 3-28-24
THEATER/FILM/COMEDY
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’s upcoming performances include: “Spring Mix” from April 5-7; and “Cinderella” from May 17-19, all at the Benedum Center. For tickets, times and additional information, visit pbt.org.
“Mamma Mia!,” the musical based on the songs of ABBA, comes to the Benedum Center in Pittsburgh March 26-31. Tickets are available at trustarts.org.
Jersey Boys, a musical chronicling the journey of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, will be presented by Stage Right at The Palace Theatre in Greensburg on Friday, April 26 at 7:30 p.m. and on Saturday, April 27 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the musical are available at thepalacetheatre.org.
”Jesus Christ Superstar” will be performed at the Benedum Center in Pittsburgh April 30 and May 1. The musical is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Tickets for the show are available at trustarts.org.
“Jesus Christ Superstar” will be staged at The Palace Theatre in Greensburg on Friday and Saturday, March 29-30. The Andrew Lloyd Webber musical is a retelling of Jesus’ life and death. Tickets are available at thepalacetheatre.org.
Pittsburgh International Classic Theatre will bring the gala “What do I Wear, 2,500 Years of Theatre and Fashion” to Mon Valley YMCA in Monongahela on Saturday, April 13 at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at pictclassictheatre.ludus.com.
Stomp, an international percussion group, will perform at The Palace Theatre in Greensburg on Friday, April 12 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, April 13 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at thepalacetheatre.org.
“Company,” an Tony Award-winning musical comedy, will be performed at the Benedum Center April 16-21. Tickets are available at trustarts.org.
“Dog Man The Musical” will be presented at Byham Theater in Pittsburgh as part of his children’s theater program. The show is scheduled for April 13 at 6 p.m. Tickets are available at trustarts.org.
Naathan Phan and Hayden Allcorn return to Liberty Magic in Pittsburgh April 3 through May 12 with their show, “History of Magic Part 1.” Tickets are available at trustarts.org.
“Gone With The Wind” returns to theaters for a limited run on April 7, 8 and 10. For advance tickets and additional information, visit fathomevents.com.
“Death and Taxes” will kick off the season of performances at Long Branch Community Grange on April 27. Other shows scheduled for the year include “One Man, One Piano, One Night,” on June 1, “A Romantic Journey of Ballads by Gary Lane,” on July 27, and “Say Goodnight, Man in Tights,” on Sept. 21. Performances include dinner and the show and can be purchased by calling 724-938-2529 or 724-469-2736.
A number of classic films will be shown at the State Theater Center for the Arts in coming months: “Gone with the Wind” on April 6; “Footloose” on May 24; “Jaws” on June 14; and “Annie” on Aug. 9. Showtimes are 2 and 7 p.m., and movies start promptly at those times. For additional information, visit statetheatre.info.
The Price Is Right Live! lets audience members join in on the fun of the popular game show. While the April 2 show isn’t televised, audience members have a chance to win prizes at The Palace Theatre in Greensburg at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at thepalacetheatre.org.
Uniontown BPW is taking a charter bus trip to the Sights and Sounds Theatre in Lancaster to see “Daniel” on Saturday, June 22. Cost is $119.98 with the option to add on a meal for $27.49. Those who wish to sign up must do so by April 10. For more information, call Denise Stepanik at 443-668-8118 or email denise@adventureconnections.net.
Billy Kidd, the host of popular TV shows like “Breaking Magic” and “Wizard Wars” will return to Liberty Magic from March 20 to 31. Her show, “Bridging the Gap,” is a modern twist on traditional magic that includes audience participation. For tickets visit trustarts.org.
The film “Titanic” will be shown on select dates through April 15, 2024 at the Rangos Giant Cinema in Pittsburgh. Visit carnegiesciencecenter.org for tickets.
ART/EXHIBITS
“Mexican Masks: Symbols, Celebrations, Satire and Safety,” an exhibit at the Latin American Cultural Center in Oakland, will run from Sept. 26 through April 27, 2024. The exhibit uses photos, artworks, videos, and masks-both ancient and contemporary-from diverse regions of Mexico to highlight the many prominent roles of masks in the country’s culture. For tickets or additional details, visit http://lacc.lasaweb.org.
The 27th annual Art All Night will be from 4 p.m. April 27 to 2 p.m. April
28 at the Crucible Building in Lawrenceville. The event is free. For additional information, visit artallnight.org.
“The Science Behind Pixar” opens at the Carnegie Science Center in Pittsburgh May 25. The exhibit gives a behind-the-scenes look at how artists and computer scientists bring Pixar films to life. The display runs through Jan. 5, 2025. For tickets visit carnegiescience.org.
The Galleria is hosting a Spring Art Show Friday, April 5 through Sunday, April 14. The show is located at The Galleria Mt. Lebanon, 1500 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon throughout the first floor of the mall. Show hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays, noon to 5 p.m.
South Arts Pittsburgh is hosting a two-day Art Show on Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It will be held at the Schoolhouse Arts & History Center, 2600 South Park Road, Bethel Park.
McMurray Art League will host four Sunday sessions discussing artists: Joni Mitchell, April 14 at 3p.m.; Norman Rockwell, May 19 at 4 p.m.; Jackson Pollock, June 23 at 3 p.m. Register at mcmurrayartleague.com. McMurray Art League is in the McDowell Shopping Center, 4031 Washington Road, Canonsburg.
Marie Watt: Land Stitches Water Sky, an exhibition at the Carnegie Museum of Art, opens April 13. It explores steel and glass‒materials deeply tied to Western Pennsylvania’s industrial history. The exhibit will run through Sept. 22. Tickets are available at carnegieart.org.
Associated Artists of Pittsburgh Exhibition Space, 100 43rd St., Pittsburgh, is holding its Featured Artists Exhibition March 9-May 17. For additional information, visit aapgh.org.
Manderino Gallery, on the third floor of Manderino Library on the California campus of Pennsylvania Western University, will host “Currents,” a collection of new works from Pittsburgh Print Group, from March 14-April 12. Admission is free. For library hours, visit https://pennwest.libcal.com/hours.
Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh is offering free weekday admission for all first responders during the month of March. Credentials and matching identification are required.
This is not a map, an exhibit from Carnegie Mellon University’s master of fine arts program, returns to Pittsburgh’s Space Gallery Feb. 2 to April 28. For additional information, visit trustarts.org.
Everlasting Plastics, an exhibition that investigates our relationship with plasticity, will be displayed in the Heinz Architectural Center at the Carnegie Museum of Art from March 9 through Aug. 11. For additional information, including hours, visit carnegieart.org.
“Titanic,” an artifact exhibit, will be displayed at the Carnegie Science Center through Monday, April 15, 2024. Visitors can explore room recreations and hear passenger stories while viewing 154 artifacts recovered from the wreckage.
“Imprinting in Their Time: Japanese Printmakers, 1912-2022” is now open at the Carnegie Museum of Art in Pittsburgh. The exhibition examines how the role of a printmaker has transformed through international encounters, new sources of inspiration, and artistic motivation.
Uniontown Art Club’s Gallery 86, located at 86 W. Main St., Uniontown, is open Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The art club has online sales Thursday evenings at 6:30 p.m. on the club’s Facebook page, facebook.com/uniontownartclub. For more information, visit uniontownartclub.org.
The Frick offers a variety of free virtual exhibitions, including fashion in the Gilded Age, a peek at 11 masterpieces in its collection and a detailed collection of early 20th century objects for refined dining and home entertainment. Check out the offerings online at www.thefrickpittsburgh.org.
The Carnegie Museum of Art’s lineup of exhibitions for 2023 will include What brings us here?, Scaife Gallery 2, June 24 and ongoing; and Imprinting in Their Time: Japanese Printmakers 1912-2022, Gallery One, June 24 to May 12, 2024. For more information, visit cmoa.org.
MUSIC
The Bell Family – featuring Poogie Bell and Winston Bell – come to Greer Cabaret Theater in Pittsburgh with performances at 7 and 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 13. Tickets are available at trustarts.org.
Jazz Live, a series of free concerts on Tuesdays at the Lounge at Greer Cabaret in Pittsburgh, announced its April and May shows, which run from 5 to 7 p.m. Included are Lynn Speakman Quartet featuring Roger Humphries, April 2; Cliff Barnes Trio, April 9; Paul Cosentino’s Boilermaker Jazz Band, April 16; JAM Special! Celebrating Pittsburgh Student Ensembles, April 23; Anton DeFade, April 30; Frank Cunimondo Trio, May 7; Theron Brown, May 14; Deanna Witkowski, May 21;Alton Merrell, May 28.
U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors Band will perform a free concert at The Palace Theatre in Greensburg on Sunday, April 14 at 3 p.m. The free tickets are now available at thepalacetheatre.org.
Blues rocker Coco Montoya will perform at Hard Rock Café in Pittsburgh on April 25 at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, visit druskyentertainment.com.
Upcoming performances at Live! Casino Pittsburgh in Hempfield Township include Casanova & The Divas, March 29 at 9:30 p.m.; Frank, Dean, and Friends, March 30 at 5:30 and 8 p.m.; Twisted Fate, April 30 at 9:30 p.m.; and Transit Authority: A Chicago Tribute, April 27 at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. For tickets, visit pittsburgh.livecasinohotel.com
Ying Quartet and Xavier Foley will perform April 8 at 7:30 p.m. as part of the MainStage Live programming organized by Chamber Music Pittsburgh. The concert will be held at PNC Theatre. Tickets can be purchased at chambermusicpittsburgh.org.
Magical Mystery Doors, a Beatles, Led Zeppelin, and Doors tribute act, will perform at Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus on Saturday, May 18 inside the community center. Attendees can opt for a dinner/concert that begins at 6 p.m., or the concert only at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at engage.tassl.com/event/11093/.
Benise, “The Prince of Spanish Guitar,” and his Emmy Award winning production come to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg as part of his global tour on Friday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available thepalacetheatre.org.
Tango Latino!, a program by River City Brass, celebrates the music of Latin America and the Caribbean during a show on Saturday, May 4 at 7:30 p.m. The show will be held at The Palace Theatre in Greensburg, and tickets are available at rivercitybrass.org or by calling 412-434-7222.
John Oates, co-founder of Hall & Oates, presents An Evening Of Songs And Stories on Friday, April 5 at 8 p.m. at The Palace Theatre in Greensburg. For tickets, visit thepalacetheatre.org.
River City Brass will bring art to life during Pictures At An Exhibition on Saturday, April 6 at 7:30 p.m. The concert includes pieces inspired by famous paintings, including “Mona Lisa,” “Night on Bald Mountain,” “Vincent,” “Viva La Vida,” “Baba Yaga” and “The Great Gate of Kyiv.” For tickets visit rivercitybrass.org or call
Buddy Guy, a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, will perform at The Palace Theatre in Greensburg on Sunday, April 7 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at thepalacetheatre.org.
Yachtley Crew, featuring soft rock hits of the late 70’s and early 80’s, will be at The Palace Theatre on Wednesday April 10 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available thepalacetheatre.org.
Stomp, featuring an eight-member troupe of percussionists, beats its way into The Palace Theatre for three performances: Friday, April 12 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, April 13 at 2 and 8 p.m. Tickets are available thepalacetheatre.org.
RAIN: A Tribute to the Beatles features the timeless music of the fab four in a concert full of nostalgia on Tuesday, April 16 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available thepalacetheatre.org.
Verdi’s Requiem, presented by the Westmoreland Symphony Orchestra, will feature the full WSO Chamber Singers choir and soloists from the Pittsburgh Opera at The Palace Theatre on Saturday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, visit westmorelandsymphony.org or call 724-837-1850.
Pittsburgh Oldies All Stars, starring The Jaggerz, Chuck Blasko’s Vogues, The Skyliners, The Marcels and Pure Gold, takes the audience on a trip down memory lane of doo-wop, oldies and rock on Sunday, April 21 at 3 p.m. Tickets are available thepalacetheatre.org.
The Temptations and The Four Tops will close out the season at the West Virginia University Canady Creative Arts Center on Thursday, May 2 at 7:30 p.m. For tickets and additional information, visit events.wvu.edu.
The nonprofit Mon Valley Academy for the Arts is offering music lessons for students of all ages and skill levels at its Charleroi and Brownsville locations. Lessons are taught by experienced and qualified instructors, and tailored to the individual student’s needs and goals. For more information, visit monvalleyacademyforthearts.org/music-lessons, or call 724-565-1687.
MISC.
The Friends of the Uniontown Public Library invite you to take some chances on their Spring Raffle. You can win $550 in gift cards. The winning raffle ticket will be drawn on Friday, May 24 at 4:30 p.m. One ticket for $2, or three for $5. Tickets are available at the main desk or from any Friend of the Library.
Pittsburgh Opera’s annual fashion show will be the evening of Monday, April 8th at the Bitz Opera Factory at 2425 Liberty Ave. in the Strip District. For tickets, visit pittsburghopera.org.
Exploring the Taste, Perceptions and Histories of Soul Food, featuring James Beard Award-winning chef Adrian Miller, comes to Greer Cabaret Theater in Pittsburgh on April 5 at 7:30 p.m. The event will be catered by Pittsburgh restaurant Carmi Express, and admission includes both the presentation and a meal. Tickets are available at trustarts.org.
Powdermill Nature Reserve is offering Family Nature Walks on April 6 from 2 to 3 p.m.; Timerberdoodle Night Hike on March 29 from 7 to 9 p.m.; Powdermill Avian Research Center open House on April 20 from 8 to 11 a.m.; and an Avian Research Center guided tour on April 26 from 8 to 9:30 a.m. For information visit carnegiemnh.org/powdermill.
Bradford House Historical Association in Washington will host Homeschoolers’ Day on Tuesday, April 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Students can tour the landmark, watch cooking demonstrations, tour the Whiskey Rebellion center, take part in hands-on activities and learn about 18th century games. For additional information, visit bradfordhouse.org.
The Monongahela River, Railroad & Transportation Museum, 412 Church St., Brownsville, is now open the first Saturday of every month in addition to each Wednesday, from 9 a.m. to noon. Other visitations are possible through appointment. Call 724-880-5960 or send an email to MRRandTM@gmail.com.