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september

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1 sunday

midnight radio, jr. episode 2:mad science lab! | A nutty scientistschemes to take over the world in thissketch/variety show for kids ages 6–12 thatfeatures storytelling, music, comedy andsound effects.Bricolage Theater937 Liberty Ave. / 2 p.m. / Tickets start at $8

3 tuesday

disney’s the lion king | Experiencethe phenomenon and marvel at the breath-taking spectacle of animals brought to lifeby award-winning director Julie Taymor. Thrillto the rhythms of the African Pride Landsand an unforgettable score, including EltonJohn and Tim Rice’s Oscar®-winning song“Can You Feel The Love Tonight” and “CircleOf Life.”PNC Broadway Across America–PittsburghBenedum Center / Tickets start at $40Also Sept. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15,17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 & 29

7 saturday

open mic night | Future Tenant hostsemerging Pittsburgh artists performing stand-up comedy, music, improv theater and more.Future Tenant 819 Penn Ave. / 7 p.m. / Free & open to the public

9 monday

trespass residency and performance series | Artists reside atFuture Tenant for one week to plan, createand perform new works. This year featuresJohn Zobele, Andrew Huntley of Theatre SansSerif, and Meagan Reagle of 5th Wall Theatre.Future Tenant819 Penn Ave. / Through Sept. 29

11 wednesday

il volo | Il Volo’s 2011 self-titled debutrecording was ranked No. 10 on the BillboardTop 200 charts. Their second studio recording,“We Are Love,” was released last fall. Thetrio’s live performances have received criticalacclaim and standing ovations across the U.S. Heinz Hall / 7:30 p.m. / Tickets start at $69.50

14 saturday

black angels over tuskegee |This staged production explores the courageousjourney of six African American airmen during WWII and their collective struggle with Jim Crow laws.New Horizon Theater and The Tuskegee AirmenMemorial of Greater Pittsburgh RegionByham Theater / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $25

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pittsburgh internationalfestival of firsts Sept. 27–Oct. 26For four dizzying weeks this fall,Pittsburgh sets the stage for international companies and artistspremiering works never before seen in the U.S. — until now.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustTrustArts.org/First or 412-456-6666

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second saturday art workshops:story quilts | Tell your personal storythrough beautiful fiber collage with renownedfiber artist, Tina Brewer. Suitable for all skill levels. 10 a.m. / $40

twin herringbone bracelet |Learn how to weave the new twin beads(two holes) with instructor Olga Mihaylova to achieve a beautiful herringbone pattern.Suitable for all skill levels. 11 a.m. / $40

Pittsburgh Cultural TrustTrust Arts Education Center805–807 Liberty Ave.

19 thursday

spank! the fifty shades parody |This hilarious musical brings out all of thenaughty fun from the best-selling book, “FiftyShades of Gray.” In “SPANK! The Fifty ShadesParody,” the book characters come to lifethrough sharp-witted comedy, saucy musicalnumbers and a few surprises.Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents SeriesByham Theater / Tickets start at $35.50Also Sept. 20 & 21

20 friday

bill burr | This popular comedian is afrequent guest on “Late Show with DavidLetterman,” “Conan” and “Late Night withJimmy Fallon.” He appears in the new comedymovie, “The Heat,” and has a recurring roleon the hit AMC-TV show “Breaking Bad.”Heinz Hall / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $35

24 tuesday

pittsburgh jazz orchestra: on the road | Pittsburgh’s premier jazzorchestra, led by the masterful trumpeterSean Jones, makes its first stop in theCultural District for a great evening of live music.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustCabaret at Theater Square / 8 p.m. / $25

26 thursday

our town | Thornton Wilder’s PulitzerPrize winner is America’s most acclaimedplay, and its setting of Grover’s Corners hasbecome a cultural reference point. An iconicplay deserves an iconic star, so PittsburghPublic Theater is thrilled that Pittsburgh’sown Tom Atkins will perform the legendaryrole of the Stage Manager. Pittsburgh Public TheaterO’Reilly Theater / Tickets start at $29; $15.75 for ages 26 and younger Also Sept. 27, 28 & 29; Oct. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10,11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26 & 27

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midnight radio episode 1:shakesburgh | Mix Ye Olde Bard with Ye Olde Yinzer and you get “Shakesburgh,”where yinzer will be tamed, hauses will bedivided and a coward will die his last death.To go or not to go? That is the question. The answer lies Dahntahn at Bricolage.Bricolage Theater937 Liberty Ave. / 9 p.m. $25; $15 students, seniors, groupsAlso Sept. 27 & 28; Oct. 4 & 5

27 friday

gallery crawl in the culturaldistrict | The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust’sfree, festive showcase of arts and entertain-ment takes place at galleries and arts spacesthroughout the Cultural District.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustLocations throughout the Cultural District 5:30–10 p.m. Free & open to the public

the rubber duck project |u.s. premiere Studio Florentijn Hofman’sfriendly, floating, four-story-high Rubber Duckof the Netherlands launches the PittsburghInternational Festival of Firsts in the CulturalDistrict on the Allegheny River. Pittsburgh International Festival of Firsts Allegheny Riverfront / Free & open to the public

once upon a time | Manfred Honeck,conductor; Yo-Yo Ma, cello. Yo-Yo Ma performsTchaikovsky’s “Variations on a RococoTheme” for cello and orchestra for the PSO’s opening night gala. The eveningincludes Dvorák’s “Carnival Overture” andother musical works inspired by fairy tales.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 7:30 p.m. / Tickets start at $40

28 saturday

compagnie mariechouinard —gymnopédies and

henri michaux mouvements |Marie Chouinard creates dance conceivedfrom primeval dreams — earthy and strong,yet shaped by irrepressible secrets andunseen dimensions in time. The programincludes “MICHAUX MOUVEMENTS,” inspiredby a book of poetry and drawings by Belgianartist Henri Michaux, and “GYMNOPÉDIES” —a U.S. premiere — set to glorious solo pianoworks by Eric Satie. Contains nudity. Pittsburgh Dance Council and PittsburghInternational Festival of FirstsByham Theater / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $19

30 monday

terry mcmillan | Best-selling AfricanAmerican author Terry McMillan is widelyknown for her popular novels “Waiting toExhale,” “How Stella Got Her Groove Back”and “Disappearing Acts.” For tickets, call 412-622-8866.Cohen & Grigsby Trust Present Series andPittsburgh Arts & Lectures Byham Theater / 7:30 p.m. / Tickets start at $10

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5 saturday

jerry seinfeld | Legendary stand-upcomedian, actor, writer and television/filmproducer.Trust Guest AttractionsBenedum Center / 7 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.Tickets start at $50

6 sunday

celtic thunder mythology |The world-renowned super group takes liveperformance to the next level with spiritedtranslations of traditional Irish folk, adult contemporary, rock ‘n’ roll and classicalcrossover. In addition to an eclectic songrepertoire, Celtic Thunder’s live shows arerecognized for their dramatic, Celtic lore-influenced staging. Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents Series and WQEDBenedum Center / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $44.75

7 monday

marilyn maye | Legendary pop-songdiva Marilyn Maye holds the record for number of appearances on “The TonightShow Starring Johnny Carson” (76 times).She appeals to Broadway and cabaret audiences eager for dramatic, theatricalnumbers, as well to the jazz crowd, who want everything cool and understated. Trust Cabaret SeriesCabaret at Theater Square / 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $50

9 wednesday

robin frohardt, harp (here artistresidency program)the pigeoning | u.s. premiere

Meet Frank, an obsessive-compulsive consumedwith routines. Enter a flock of pigeons andexperience “The Pigeoning,” a darkly comedicwork that combines puppetry, music andvideo to examine mankind’s obsession withcleanliness, safety and control. Brimming withoriginality and humor, “The Pigeoning” is anentertaining exploration of the human condition.Pittsburgh International Festival of Firsts937 Liberty Ave. / 7 p.m. / $25Also Oct. 10 & 12

robert morris university presents the pittsburgh speakers seriesgeorge papandreou | The former PrimeMinister of Greece led his country during itsdeepest crisis in post-war history, and helpedto shape the European response. GeorgePapandreou also helped to engineer the Greek-Turkish rapprochement as foreign minister. Heinz Hall / 8 p.m. / Subscription only

perth theatre company it’s dark outside |u.s. premiere

Inspired by experiences of, and research into,Alzheimer’s and Sundowner’s Syndrome, “It’sDark Outside” is a heartfelt, fearless and inven-tive adventure. Puppetry, animation, theaterand an original, award-winning score areexpertly intertwined to create a grand, epicwestern about dementia and redemption.Pittsburgh International Festival of FirstsPeirce Studio, Trust Education Center805–807 Liberty Ave. / 9 p.m. / $25Also Oct. 10 & 12

10 thursday

off the record xiii: all theburgh’s a stage! | Something evil’s afootin the back rooms of Pittsburgh. Local musicalsatirists come together to make fun of Pittsburghnews and newsmakers. Proceeds benefitGreater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh and SAG-AFTRAByham Theater / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $25

october2 wednesday

nanodanses, michèle anne de mey & jaco van dormael kiss & cry | u.s. premiere

A woman nearing the end of her liferecounts her greatest loves in this sweeping,romantic work. Hands visually portray characters with a beautifully engaging sensual presence and absolute precision. A unique blend of film, dance and theater,“Kiss & Cry” is an unforgettable experience.Pittsburgh International Festival of FirstsNew Hazlett Theater / 8 p.m. / $25Also Oct. 3 & 4

4 friday

bny mellon grand classics: carmina burana | Manfred Honeck,conductor; Lisette Oropesa, soprano; AndreyNemzer, tenor; Hugh Russell, baritone;Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh. The2013–14 season opens with the dynamic“Carmina Burana” and a premiere by David Stock, one of the PSO’s PittsburghComposers of the Year. Stock’s work is onethat he wrote especially for his hometownorchestra.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $21Also Oct. 5 & 6

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celtic thunder

the pigeoning

marilyn maye

manfred honeck

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11 friday

bny mellon grand classics: honeck, dvorák and mozart |Manfred Honeck, conductor; YuliannaAvdeeva, piano. Russian pianist YuliannaAvdeeva debuts at Heinz Hall with Mozart’sfamous Piano Concerto No. 21., nicknamed“Elvira Madigan.” Dvorák’s cheerfulSymphony No. 8 is inspired by the folk music of the composer’s native Bohemia.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $21Also Oct. 12 & 13

12 saturday

pittsburgh sketch crawl |The downtown Pittsburgh Cultural Districtprovides a visually stimulating landscape for this six-hour drawing marathon led byRick Antolic. Bring a sketch book, drawinginstruments and a bag lunch. Draw what you see on a journey through Pittsburgh’sscenic plazas. For all ages; children must be accompanied by an adult.Pittsburgh Cultural Trust 10 a.m.–4 p.m. / Free & open to the public

aida by giuseppe verdi | The grandestof all grand operas! Ethiopian princess Aida,enslaved in Egypt, secretly loves the Egyptiangeneral Radamés, the one man who candestroy her homeland. He loves Aida, but theruthless princess Amneris stands in their way.Whether the lovers betray their country ortheir love, there is no escape.Pittsburgh OperaBenedum Center / Tickets start at $12.75Also Oct. 15, 18 & 20

17 thursday

ina garten: barefoot contessa |The best-selling cookbook author and FoodNetwork star tells stories and shares tips live on stage. Trust Guest AttractionsBenedum Center / 7:30 p.m. / Tickets start at $45.75

pnc pops!: broadway and beyond withbrian stokes mitchell | Ted Sperling,conductor; Brian Stokes Mitchell, vocalist; All-Star College Chorus, Robert Page &Christine Hestwood, co-directors. TonyAward®-winner Brian Stokes Mitchell joinsyour PSO for a concert of favorite songsfrom classic Broadway musicals. Mitchelltakes you on a journey as he becomes thecharacters of each musical. Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / $21 / Also Oct. 18, 19, & 20

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18 friday

zimmermann & de perrothans was heiri | u.s. premiereThe Swiss dance duo has crafted

an original and mischievous marriage of theater, circus and dance, with choreographyoverflowing with cunning depth and humor. In “Hans was Heiri,” the stage design revolveson a horizontal axis, forcing the performersinto the most unlikely configurations. Pittsburgh Dance Council and PittsburghInternational Festival of FirstsByham Theater / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $19Also Oct. 19

future ten | In celebration of the 10thanniversary of this annual short play festival,Future Tenant presents a retrospective ofstandout works from the last 10 years.Future Tenant819 Penn Ave. / 8 p.m. / $10Also Oct. 19, 25 & 26

20 sunday

peter pan | Theatreworks USA. The time-less children’s tale has never been told likethis! The adventure of seven children living in England circa 1910 begins as they plan toput on a play using whatever can be found in the attic. “Peter Pan” will be performedOct. 21–27 at regional satellite locations.Pittsburgh International Children’s TheaterByham Theater / 2 p.m. / $9.50; $11 at door

22 tuesday

christopher mcelroen and t. ryder smithmeasure back | u.s. premiere

An immersive theatrical environment examines scenes of conflict ranging fromHomer’s “Iliad” to today’s headlines.“Measure Back” uses audience participationto probe how war is constructed and performed, from conception through consensus to action.Pittsburgh International Festival of FirstsBaum Building, Fifth Floor, 818 Liberty Ave. 8 p.m. / $25 / Also Oct. 23, 24, 25 & 26

24 thursday

miss saigon student edition |Based upon “Madama Butterfly,” “MissSaigon” is set during the Vietnam War andtells the tragic tale of a doomed romancebetween an American GI and a Vietnamesebar girl.Pittsburgh Musical TheaterByham Theater / Tickets start at $25Oct. 25, 26 & 27

midnight radio episode 2:war of the worlds |Bricolage celebrates the 75th anniversary of the classic end-of-the-world radio play,“War of the Worlds,” with a Pittsburgh spin.In signature “Midnight Radio” style, Bricolageperforms the story live, complete with vintage sound effects, musical guests, commercial spoofs and more.Bricolage Theater937 Liberty Ave. / 9 p.m. $25; $15 students/seniors/groupsAlso Oct. 25, 26 & 31; Nov. 1, 2, 8 & 9

2b theatre company the god that comes |u.s. premiere Sex, wine, and

rock ‘n’ roll! Hawksley Workman’s intoxicatingone-man cabaret-pop and glam-rock hybridrecreates the story of Bacchus, the Greco-Roman god of wine, following Euripides’ “The Bacchae.” In a world ruled by a tyrant,the lesser classes unleash a hedonistic spiritual revolution fueled by wine, ritualmadness and ecstasy. Contains strong language.Pittsburgh International Festival of FirstsCabaret at Theater Square 10 p.m. / $25 / Also Oct. 25 & 26

25 friday

bny mellon grand classics: noah bendix-balgley plays bruch |Nikolaj Znaider, conductor; Noah Bendix-Balgley, violin. Nikolaj Znaider returns to the Heinz Hall stage, joined by PSOConcertmaster Noah Bendix-Balgley, performing Bruch’s virtuosic “ScottishFantasy,” a bravura treatment of Scottish folk melodies. The concert closes withSchumann’s Symphony No. 4. Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $21 / Also Oct. 27

an evening of twyla tharp |Set to the hits of Frank Sinatra and rivetingworks by Philip Glass, PBT presents works by iconic choreographer Twyla Tharp. “NineSinatra Songs” blends ballet and ballroommovement, elevating its glamour and finesseto a dance theatre quality. Philip Glass’srhythmic score drives a powerful tour deforce in Tharp’s “In the Upper Room.”Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Benedum Center / Tickets start at $25.75 Also Oct. 26 & 27

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noah bendix-balgley

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26 saturday

fiddlesticks family concert: halloween spooktacularLawrence Loh, conductor. Join conductorLawrence Loh, your PSO and “scared-y cat”Fiddlesticks for a spooktacular concert. Thrill to kid-friendly, spooky music from film favorites, including “The Sorcerer’sApprentice,” “Pirates of the Caribbean,” and the “Harry Potter” series.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 11:15 a.m. / $12

29 tuesday

we will rock youthe musical by queen and ben elton | Showcasing the greatest hitsof the legendary rock group, Queen, WE WILL ROCK YOU includes “BohemianRhapsody,” “Another One Bites The Dust,”“Crazy Little Thing Called Love,” “We WillRock You” and “We Are The Champions,”among others. It’s the world champion ofmusicals and rocks harder than any other.PNC Broadway Across America–PittsburghBenedum Center / Tickets start at $20Also Oct. 30 & 31; Nov. 1, 2 & 3

30 wednesday

robert morris university presents the pittsburgh speakers seriesbill bryson | For nearly three decades,Bryson has chronicled his extensive worldtravels, including Great Britain, Australia andthroughout the U.S. Recently, Bryson releasedtwo huge international best sellers, “A ShortHistory of Nearly Everything” and “At Home.”Heinz Hall / 8 p.m.Subscription only

1 friday

bny mellon grand classics: russian masterpieces | Yan PascalTortelier, conductor; Daniil Trifonov, piano.Guest conductor Yan Pascal Tortelier andRussian piano virtuoso Daniil Trifonov perform Prokofiev’s tumultuous PianoConcerto No. 2, which is known for its technical demands. Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $21Also Nov. 2 & 3

4 monday

maureen mcgovern | Best known for the pop hits “The Morning After” from“The Poseidon Adventure,” and “We MayNever Love Like This Again” from “TheTowering Inferno,” Maureen McGovern madeher Broadway debut in “The Pirates ofPenzance,” and subsequently starred in“Nine,” “3 Penny Opera” and “Little Women,The Musical.”Trust Cabaret SeriesCabaret at Theater Square / 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $50

7 thursday

true west | Two estranged brothers findthemselves together in a house near thedesert. One is a writer and a family man, the other is a drifter and a thief. Their epicrivalry has made this grand and mythic storySam Shepard’s most famous play. Pittsburgh Public Theater O’Reilly Theater / Tickets start at $23; $15.75 for ages 26 and youngerAlso Nov. 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20,21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 29, 30; Dec. 1

8 friday

bny mellon grand classics: scheherazade | Rafael Frühbeck deBurgos, conductor; Arabella Steinbacher, violin. Experience “Symphony of Sorrows,”written by Leonardo Balada, a PSO PittsburghComposer of the Year. Violinist ArabellaSteinbacher returns with Prokofiev’s delicateand airy first violin concerto. “Scheherazade”is the musical portrayal of a story from “One Thousand and One Nights.” Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $21Also Nov. 9 & 10

9 saturday

second saturday art workshops:the impressionist landscape |Learn to create vivid landscapes using watercolor and pastels in the style of theImpressionists with Michael Bestwick.Suitable for beginners. 11 a.m. / $40

felted animals | Learn the art of needlefelting to create beautiful animals of soft felted wool with Erin Carlson.Suitable for ages 12+ 11 a.m. / $40

Pittsburgh Cultural TrustTrust Arts Education Center 805–807 Liberty Ave.


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romeo & juliet | The PYSO, with MusicDirector Lawrence Loh, launches its seasonof free Heinz Hall concerts with Prokofiev’s“Romeo & Juliet.” Fawzi Haimor guest conducts Ginastera’s “Estancia.”Pittsburgh Youth Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 2 p.m. / Free & open to the public;tickets required through pyso.org or 412-392-4872

the magic flute by wolfgangmozart | Sung in English! Charming, fantastic and truly unique, Mozart’s finalopera is a profound yet lighthearted tale of romantic love, spirituality and the art ofbird-catching. Valiant Tamino endures trialsand mysteries to rescue Princess Pamina,aided by his funny feathered friend, Papageno,who happily finds his own princess. Pittsburgh OperaBenedum Center / Tickets start at $12.75Also Nov. 12, 15 & 17

sweet honey in the rock® | Rootedin African American traditions, the legendarya cappella ensemble SWEET HONEY IN THEROCK® beautifully captures elements ofblues, spirituals, traditional gospel hymns, rap, reggae, African chants, hip hop, ancientlullabies and jazz improvisation. Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents SeriesByham Theater / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $25

13 wednesday

the musical box selling englandby the pound | The Musical Box, theonly band officially licensed by Genesis and Peter Gabriel, meticulously recreatesGenesis’s 1973 art rock masterpiece, “Selling England By The Pound,” live onstage, with brilliant costuming, staging andspecial effects.Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents SeriesByham Theater /8 p.m.Tickets start at $36.50

14 thursday

pnc pops!: ann hampton callaway presentsthe streisand songbook | FawziHaimor, conductor; Ann Hampton Callaway,vocalist. The platinum award-winning singer-songwriter celebrates the music of BarbraStreisand, one of America’s most powerfuland enduring musical artists.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / $21 Also Nov. 15, 16 & 17

15 friday

la roche college presents bodiography's multiplicity |The evening features works performed by La Roche College dance majors andBodiography, and includes choreographerMaria Caruso’s “Led by Light,” plus her soloperformance of “Ave Maria” with vocalaccompanist Thomas Octave.Byham Theater / 8 p.m. Tickets start at $20.75Also Nov. 16

17 sunday

time for fun | handmade theatre (russia)Performers from St. Petersburg, Russia, rollup their sleeves and present a captivatingand unique magical world. Wonderfully choreographed hands and arms interlock and entwine to create trains, boats, tickingclocks, flocks of birds and more. “Time forFun” will be performed Nov. 18–24 at regional satellite locations.Pittsburgh International Children’s TheaterByham Theater / 2 p.m. $9.50; $11 at door

20 wednesday

potted potter: the unauthorizedharry experiencea parody by dan and jeff | Playing tosold-out theaters all over the world, “PottedPotter – The Unauthorized Harry Experience– A Parody by Dan and Jeff” takes on theultimate challenge of condensing all sevenHarry Potter books (and a real life game ofQuidditch) into 70 hilarious minutes. Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents SeriesByham Theater Tickets start at $35Also Nov. 21, 22, 23 & 24

robert morris university presents the pittsburgh speakers seriesrobert gates | Appointed Secretary ofDefense by President Bush in 2006, RobertGates continued in that capacity underPresident Obama until 2011. He served for26 years in the CIA and the NationalSecurity Council, and is currently Chancellorof the College of William and Mary.Heinz Hall / 8 p.m. / Subscription only

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harris theater809 Liberty Ave. 412-682-4111 / pghfilmmakers.orgPittsburgh Filmmakers screens independent,foreign and classic films.

three rivers film festival November 8–23 / 3rff.comThe festival features more than 50 films,including new documentaries, indieAmerican and international, plus sneakpeeks, a competitive shorts programand special events.

how to order ticketsarcade comedy theaterDowntown’s newest destination for all things comedy features improv,stand-up, sketch, music and variety acts every weekend. Call 412-339-0608or visit arcadecomedytheater.com formore information.811 Liberty Ave. Tickets start at $10; $5 for students

the three sleuths: dr. cyril wecht,dr. henry lee and attorney markgeragos — the real csi | Forensicpathologist Dr. Cyril Wecht, criminal defenseattorney Mark Geragos, and foremost forensicscientist Dr. Henry C. Lee share the stage ona panel discussing the assassination of JFK,as well as the sensational trials of O.J. Simpson,Michael Jackson and Jodi Arias, among others.Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents SeriesBenedum Center / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $52.25

21 thursday

the fresh beat band live in concert | The popular Nickelodeon preschool TV series musical group returns by popular demand. Kiki, Shout, Marina andTwist perform hits from the series that teachpreschoolers about music appreciation andhow to express feelings through movement,song and instrumental music.Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents SeriesBenedum Center / 6 p.m. / Tickets start at $39.75

26 tuesday

elf | The beloved Hollywood holiday hit ofthe past decade is born again — live on stage!ELF is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a youngorphan who mistakenly crawls into Santa’sbag of gifts and is transported to the NorthPole. This modern-day Christmas classic willmake everyone embrace their inner ELF.PNC Broadway Across America–PittsburghBenedum Center / Tickets start at $20Also Nov. 27, 28, 29 & 30; Dec. 1

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bny mellon grand classics: honeck, beethoven & a waltztradition | Manfred Honeck, conductor;Till Fellner, piano. Celebrate ManfredHoneck’s fifth annual Thanksgiving traditionat Heinz Hall with Viennese pianist Till Fellnerand Beethoven’s beautiful Piano ConcertoNo. 4. Then, enjoy your favorite Strausswaltzes and polkas, plus a few surprises. Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $21 / Also Dec. 1

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wednesday wine flights6:15 p.m. / $35.75 includes presentation, wine samplings & light fare

Sept.4 australia and newzealand Delightful wine selections fromDown Under.

Oct. 2 the south of france Sample wines from Languedoc, Roussillon andProvence and discover why wine lovers raveabout France.

Nov. 0 blinded by the whitesGuests and panelists will sample four unidentified white wines and test their ability to identify the grape variety.

craft beer school6:15 p.m. / $25.75 includes presentation, beer samplings & light fare

Sept.0north country brewingHandcrafted selections from the neighboringSlippery Rock brewer.

Oct.0 european beersA sampling of fine ales and lagers from across the pond.

Nov.0 beers with bob Bob Batz Jr., Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s FoodEditor and Beer Writer, shares his top picks.

backstage bar at theater squareLive Music / No Cover / Smoke-Free Tues.–Thur. 5 p.m.–midnight; Fri. 5 p.m.–1 a.m.; Sat. 5 p.m.–2 a.m.; Sun. noon–6 p.m. 412-325-6769 / backstagebar.com

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defending the caveman |“Caveman” will have both sexes roaring with laughter and nudging each other affectionately as they recognize themselvesin the stories being told on stage. No topic is untouched as this one-man tour-de-forcetackles contemporary feminism, masculinesensitivity and the erogenous zone.Pittsburgh CLOCabaret at Theater SquareThrough Oct. 20Wed.–Sat. 7:30 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. 2 p.m.; Select Thurs. at 1 p.m.Tickets start at $34.75

plaid tidings | The best of “ForeverPlaid,” tied up in a present with a big redbow! Filled with Christmas standards thathave all been “Plaid-erized,” the boys areback from the beyond for a ChristmasSpecial. A phone call from Rosemary Clooneytells them they’re needed to put a little harmony into a discordant world.Pittsburgh CLOCabaret at Theater SquareNov. 7–Jan. 12 Wed.–Sat. 7:30 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. 2 p.m.; Select Thur. at 1 p.m.Tickets start at $34.75

improv comedy jam | 21+ thursdays / 10 p.m. $3 or free with ticket stub *

salsa fridays | 21+ Fridays / 10 p.m. / $5 or free with ticket stub *10–10:30 p.m. Beginner’s Salsa Dance Lessons

late night cabaret | 21+ Saturdays / 10:30 p.m. $5 or free with ticket stub *visit trustarts.org for information on current Late Night Cabaret shows.

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* free admission (based on seating availability) with ticket stub from any earlier downtown show

bny mellon jazz presents jazzlive | Every Tuesday evening at Backstage Bar atTheater Square, from 5–9 p.m., hear the region’s finest jazz talent perform live in the CulturalDistrict. Free and open to the public, except where noted.

5–9 p.m. Sept. 0 Michele Bensen

0 Alton Merrell Pittsburgh Jazz Orchestra: On the Road Cabaret at Theater Square / 8 p.m. / $25

Oct. 1 Roby Edwards

8 Mark Lucas

0 Jeff Bush

0 New View Trio

0 Erik Lawrence

Nov. 5 Max Leake

0 Roger Humphries

0 Eric DeFade

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all visual arts exhibits are free and open to the public (except where noted)

Wood Street Galleries601 Wood Street (above t-station)Wed. & Thur. 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

ryoji ikeda: data.tron | An audiovisualinstallation in which each pixel is calculatedby mathematical principles and composedfrom a combination of mathematics and thevast sea of data present in the world.Through Sept. 8

kurt hentschlager: hive |“Hive” is a 3D-animated audio-visual installation in which

gallery visitors confront a swirling mass ofamorphous figures, appearing as collectivematter (as opposed to individual beings) indeep space. Sept. 27–Dec. 31

SPACE812 Liberty Ave. / Wed. & Thur. 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

crowdsourced | Guest curator RobertRaczka. Participating artists: Renee Ickes,Tom Sarver, Barbara Weissberger, GabeFelice, William Kofmehl III, Lori Hepner, Shaun Slifer, Maritza Mosquera, CoreyEscoto, Casey Droege, Paul Zelevansky and Kim Beck. Artists each create a largedrawing directly on the walls of the gallery. Through Sept. 12

granular synthesis:model 5 and pol |In “Model 5,” heightened

mechanical rhythms manipulate an image to create a sense of schizophrenia, with thebody being pulled apart and dissolving inelectronic space. Emanating a feelingdescribed as “visual radiation,” “POL” engulfsthe audience by erasing all sensual barriers. Sept. 27–Oct. 20

behind our scenes | Guest curator Jen Saffron. Participating Artists: Annie O’Neill,Barbara Weissberger, Dennis Marsico and Leo Hsu. Photographers explore the relationship between two-dimensional formand space through photographic installationsand constructions.Nov. 8–Jan. 26 707 Penn Gallery

707 Penn Ave./ Wed. & Thur. 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

holdup in the hoodfrancis crisafrio | A series of photo-graphic images that incorporate drawings,recycled photographs and print media toaddress issues of self-identity, race, class and gender that come with the realization of making one’s mark. Sept. 13–Nov. 3

a list of colorsnicole czapinski Nov. 15–Dec. 31

kurt hentschlager: hive

granular synthesis: pol

granular synthesis: model 5

kurt hentschlager: zee

943 Liberty AvenueSat. 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

kurt hentschlager: zee |Exhilarating as well as meditative, the pulsing,stroboscopic audiovisual journey that is“ZEE” pushes the boundaries of human perception. Sept. 26–Oct. 27

Tito WayLiberty Ave. at Wood St. (behind crazy mocha)

cell phone disco | Visualizes the electromagnetic field of an active mobilephone. Ongoing

mary mazziotti: memento mori |A set of billboards reminding the viewer thatlife can be short and its end unpredictable.The five “obituary” pieces show that thebanalities of life continue after death. Ongoing

Future Tenant819 Penn AvenueThur.–Sun. Noon–4 p.m. / futuretenant.org

arbor aid 2013 | A juried visual artsexhibition in partnership with Tree Pittsburghthat features works on reclaimed wood. Nov. 2–Dec. 2

August Wilson Center980 Liberty Ave. / Tues.–Sat. 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Free and open to the public. Fee for special exhibits.

the art of elizabeth catlettfrom the collection of samella lewis | One of the most important African American artists of the20th century, this exhibit of Catlett’s workincludes more than 30 sculptures, drawingsand prints.Through Sept. 13

ToonSeum945 Liberty Ave. / Fri. & Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.;Mon., Wed., Thur. & Sun. 10 a.m.–3 p.m.$6 for adults, $3 for children 6–12, Free for children 5 and undertoonseum.org / 412-232-0199

kablam! Oct. 5 / 7 p.m.

all that and a bag of chips: the ’90s animation renaissance,from “tiny toons” to “beavisand butthead” Sept. 1–Nov. 30

comictanium Nov. 23–Jan. 26

continued...visual arts709 Penn Gallery709 Penn Ave. / Wed. & Thur. 11 a.m.–6 p.m.Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

proud to be an american? bea chiappelli | A photographic seriesthat challenges the meaning of patriotismfrom diverse perspectives.Sept. 13–Nov. 3

the craftsmen’s guild of pittsburgh’s holiday artistsmarket | One-of-a-kind handmade worksof art for sale.Nov. 15–Jan. 5

proud to be an american? bea chiappelli

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Disney’s The Lion KingDefending the Caveman

Il VoloDisney’s The Lion King

Defending the Caveman

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Spank! The Fifty Shades Parody



Bill Burr Spank! The Fifty Shades Parody



Our Town Midnight Radio Epsiode 1:Shakesburgh





Pittsburgh JazzOrchestra:On the Road


JazzLive



Craft Beer School: NorthCountryBrewing


JazzLive




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Open Mic NightDisney’s The Lion KingDefending the Caveman

Midnight Radio, Jr. Episode 2: Mad Science Lab!



Wednesday WIne Flights: Australiaand New Zealand



Defending theCaveman


Gallery Crawl in the Cultural District

The Rubber Duck ProjectOnce Upon a TimeOur TownMidnight Radio Episode 1: Shakesburgh


Compagnie Marie Chouinard

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Spank! The Fifty Shades Parody


Fall Season at-a-glance

TerryMcMillan

it’s dark outside

yo-yo ma

terry mcmillan

gallery crawl in the cultural district

the fresh beat band

spank! thefifty shadesparody


Russian MasterpiecesWe Will Rock YouMidnight Radio Episode 2: War of the Worlds

Russian MasterpiecesWe Will Rock YouMidnight Radio Episode 2: War of the Worlds

JazzLive

Maureen McGovern

Three Rivers Film Festival

The Magic Flute byWolfgangMozart

JazzLiveTrue West


True WestJazzLive

The Fresh Beat BandThree Rivers Film Festival

Potted Potter: The Unauthorized HarryExperience

True WestPlaid Tidings

Three Rivers Film FestivalPotted Potter: The Unauthorized HarryExperience


Three Rivers Film FestivalPotted Potter: TheUnauthorized HarryExperienceTrue WestPlaid Tidings

ElfTrue WestJazzLive

Wednesday WIne Flights:Blinded bythe Whites

The Musical Box SellingEngland bythe Pound

Three RiversFilm FestivalTrue WestPlaid Tidings

Robert GatesThe Three SleuthsPotted Potter: The UnauthorizedHarry Experience


Plaid TidingsTrue West

ElfPlaid Tidings

Honeck, Beethoven &a Waltz traditionElfTrue WestPlaid Tidings

ElfTrue WestPlaid Tidings

ScheherazadeThree Rivers Film FestivalTrue WestMidnight Radio Episode 2: War of the Worlds

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Romeo & JulietThe Magic Flute by Wolfgang Mozart

Sweet Honey in the RockThree Rivers Film FestivalSecond Saturday Art WorkshopsScheherazadeTrue WestMidnight Radio Episode 2: War of the Worlds

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Ann Hampton Callaway PresentsThe StreisandSongbook



Bodiography’s Multiplicity

Three Rivers Film FestivalAnn Hampton Callaway Presents The StreisandSongbook

The Magic Flute by Wolfgang Mozart


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Three Rivers Film FestivalBodiography’s MultiplicityAnn Hampton CallawayPresents The StreisandSongbookTrue WestPlaid Tidings


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Time for FunThree Rivers Film FestivalAnn Hampton Callaway Presents The StreisandSongbook

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Pittsburgh Sketch CrawlAida by Giuseppe VerdiHoneck, Dvorák and MozartThe PigeoningIt’s Dark OutsideOur TownDefending the Caveman

Honeck, Dvorák and Mozart


Craft Beer School: European Beers

Aida by Giuseppe Verdi

Our TownJazzLive

Our TownDefendingthe Caveman

Ina Garten: Barefoot ContessaBroadway and Beyond with BrianStokes Mitchell


Hans was Heiri Future TenBroadway and Beyond with Brian Stokes Mitchell

Aida by Giuseppe VerdiOur TownDefending the Caveman

Noah Bendix-Balgley Plays Bruch

An Evening of Twyla Tharp

Miss Saigon Student Edition

Our Town

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Celtic ThunderCarmina BuranaOur TownDefending the Caveman

Peter PanBroadway and Beyond with Brian StokesMitchell

Aida by Giuseppe VerdiOur TownDefending the Caveman

The PigeoningGeorge PapandreouIt’s Dark OutsideDefending the Caveman

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Off the Record XIIIThe PigeoningIt’s Dark OutsideOur TownDefending the Caveman

Measure Back

Our TownJazzLive

Measure BackOur Town

Miss Saigon Student EditionMidnight Radio Episode 2: Warof the WorldsThe God That Comes

Measure BackOur Town

Noah Bendix-Balgley Plays Bruch

An Evening of Twyla Tharp Miss Saigon Student EditionMidnight Radio Episode 2: War of the Worlds

The God That ComesMeasure BackOur TownFuture Ten

Halloween SpooktacularAn Evening of Twyla TharpMiss Saigon Student EditionMidnight Radio Episode 2: War of the Worlds

The God That ComesMeasure BackOur TownFuture Ten

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Jerry Seinfeld Carmina BuranaMidnight Radio Episode 1: Shakesburgh


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Craft Beer School:Beerswith Bob

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