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Pittsburgh Arts and Theater News

For readers in Pittsburgh, this page covers live theater, opera, dance and visual arts exhibitions. It follows performances, venue programming and the cultural events that define the local stage.

Akea Brionne Opens Installation at Mattress Factory

Akea Brionne Opens Installation at Mattress Factory

The Mattress Factory in Pittsburgh unveils a new architectural-scale installation by artist Akea Brionne.

Live Poll

Do you believe local art installations and exhibitions improve the quality of life in your area?


Classical

Live Poll

Do you make an effort to attend live classical music performances in your community?

Classical

Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Performs Russian Masterworks

Juraj Valčuha leads the orchestra through Prokofiev and Rachmaninov at Heinz Hall.

Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Performs Russian Masterworks

Fine Art

Fine Art

Carnegie Museum Commissions Redesign for Heinz Center

The architecture firm AD-WO will renovate the museum space to increase natural light and improve visitor connectivity.


Dance

Live Poll

Should local businesses be held responsible for offensive content performed by independent entertainers on their stages?

Dance

Blue Moon Bar Apologized for Blackface Performance

The Pittsburgh establishment implemented a new policy banning racially offensive performances after a September incident.

Blue Moon Bar Apologized for Blackface Performance

Children’s Theater

Live Poll

Do you plan to attend live theater performances in your area this season?

Children’s Theater

City Theatre Company Opened Season With In Clay

The musical In Clay, featuring a 100-minute runtime, has launched at the Pittsburgh theater.

City Theatre Company Opened Season With In Clay

Performance Art

Live Poll

Should businesses be held responsible for offensive acts performed by guests on their stage?

Performance Art

Pittsburgh Bar Canceled Shows After Drag Performance

Management apologized following a controversial performance that triggered death threats.

Pittsburgh Bar Canceled Shows After Drag Performance

More in Arts and Theater

Reporting here centers on seasonal performance schedules, exhibition openings, administrative changes at cultural institutions and the financing of public arts. It reaches across the city and the communities around it. Seasonal programming cycles dictate the rhythm of coverage, with fall and spring months bringing the highest volume of news. Venue maintenance and renovation projects frequently run parallel to shifts in artistic leadership.