PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh focuses on women’s voices, iconic musicals, and more
Every year, PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh offers a chance for local theater fans to see the best new touring musicals, revivals, and other sensational shows usually reserved for the Great White Way. The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has announced the 2022-2023 season of the series, offering audiences an impressive crop of big titles. The season kicks off…
The Alchemist of Sharpsburg combines gaming with theater to highlight “extraordinary ordinary” Pittsburgher
A new theater series kicks off this week with an interactive show that lets Pittsburgh audiences choose how it will progress. From April 7-17, City Theatre will provide the stage for The Alchemist of Sharpsburg, described in a press release as a “live, interactive exploration of Candra, a Hindu-practicing, black metal-listening game enthusiast with multigenerational…
Where to find Easter Sunday meals and sweets in Pittsburgh
Tabbara tabbarachocolates.com Nancy Tannir of the Pittsburgh-based candy company Tabbara Chocolates will have a ton of Easter chocolates from which to choose. There will be a 20-piece Easter assortment of chocolate eggs filled with citrus, mint, strawberry, classic praline, and gianduja, or a six-piece assortment with the same flavors. They will also have a Chocolate…
Covington and Abney elected to legislature in special elections
Voters in two Allegheny County districts elected Democrats in a pair of special elections to fill the former general assembly seats of Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey and his chief of staff Jake Wheatley. Democrat Martell Covington held a decisive win in the 24th Legislative District, beating Republican Todd Koger in the April 5 election left…
How to use newly released 1950 census data to find your relatives
Last week, the National Archives released close to seven million records from the 1950 census, including names, ages, incomes, and jobs of those surveyed. Here’s a quick run-down of how to search the newly released records for relatives, celebrities, or anyone at all. Excitingly, this is the first time Baby Boomers born before 1950 will…
Submissions open for Mattress Factory show focused on teen artists
Do you know a teen who uses painting, drawing, sculpture, or other artistic media to express themselves? The Mattress Factory is now accepting submissions for Mirrors of the Mind, an upcoming show curated by the museum’s Teen Art Cooperative. Mattress Factory launched an open call for artists in grades 8-12 living in the Pittsburgh area…
Inspired ice cream, Trinidadian treats, and more Pittsburgh food news
East End Brewing 147 Julius St., Larimer. eastendbrewing.com East End Brewing added a new year-round beer to its lineup. The Everyday Pilsner is a bright, crisp “beer-flavored” beer that is now available in draft and 12 oz cans. Additionally, on Thu., April 7, they are releasing the Shadyside Imperial Brown Ale with Coffee in keeping…
Lynn Cullen Live – 04/05/22
Lynn and Susan are talking about the Ken Burns film on PBS about Benjamin Franklin and the many inventions and businesses he had. Plus how technology has made many things available now in real time compared to the past. Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last 5 shows on the MP3 downloads page.
Lyft to offer Spin scooter rentals through its app in Pittsburgh
Love ’em or hate ’em, electric Spin scooters are here to stay in Pittsburgh, giving commuters a fun, possibly more eco-friendly way to traverse the city. Another transportation option, the rideshare app Lyft, announced that it has partnered with Spin as a way to give users in Pittsburgh and beyond more access to the scooter-share…
Quantum Theatre’s Plano offers bizarre time warp in the Lone Star state
It’s hard to say what happens (or happened) in Quantum Theatre’s new production of Will Arbery’s Plano, now playing through Sun., April 24 in the former TechShop storefront at Bakery Square, but it’s happening again and again, slightly weirder each time. Layers and loops of memories that could be nightmares, and nightmares that could be…
Pat Toomey says “no” on confirming Ketanji Brown Jackson to U.S. Supreme Court
U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey (R-Lehigh) said on April 3 that he will vote against confirming Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court, saying he’s concerned about what he described as her “history of judicial activism,” while serving as a federal judge. “While Judge Jackson undoubtedly has an impressive educational and professional background, her…
Concert Preview: Japanese Breakfast, Deftones, and other live music coming to Pittsburgh in May
Thu., May 5 Japanese Breakfast at Roxian Theatre 425 Chartiers Ave., McKees Rocks. roxiantheatre.com Japanese Breakfast, an experimental pop band headed by Korean-American musician, director, and author Michelle Zauner, recently garnered two Grammy nominations, one for Best New Artist and the other for Best Alternative Music Album, for the album Jubilee. See this indie darling at Roxian…
“A second life”: Scenes and stories from Vintage Pittsburgh
Colorful glassware, mountains of clothing, pins and patches — the Heinz History Center had it all on April 2 at Vintage Pittsburgh, an event that brought together antique collectors, curators, and artisans. Each vendor had a unique display of vintage items, handmade goods, or art, attracting hundreds of shoppers. I asked several vendors what they…
Lynn Cullen Live – 4/4/22
Lynn is discussing the 1950’s census, gun violence in America, and Vladimir Putin’s dictatorship. This and more today on Lynn Cullen Live. Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last 5 shows on the MP3 downloads page.
Progressive incumbent women snubbed by Allegheny County Dem Committee. But does it matter?
When the Allegheny County Democratic Committee made its endorsements for the May 17 primary last month, it snubbed three progressive, incumbent women — all of whom have been here before. The ACDC — whose endorsements are not binding but appear on a slate card sent to registered Democrats in the county — endorsed the primary…
Now Hiring: Artistic Director, Promotions Writer, and more Pittsburgh job openings
We searched the web to find some of Pittsburgh’s best job openings this week. If your company is hiring, send info on your job listing for consideration to jobs@pghcitypaper.com. Nonprofit Receiving Clerk. The Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank is hiring a full-time Receiving Clerk to provide clerical support to ensure accurate and timely receipt of its…
Let’s not! McCormick’s “Let’s Go, Brandon” Super Bowl appearance
Let’s play a game. Let’s say the game is fantasy football — actually, no, let’s get even more precise. It’s not just fantasy football, it’s the fantasy Super Bowl. Millions of viewers at home are all waiting in anticipation, but not just for the big game. They’re also poised for everything else that comes with…
Pitt discovers “bigfoot” found footage movie by George Romero
The University of Pittsburgh Library System has been hard at work sifting through the archives of late filmmaker George A. Romero, discovering plenty of surprises along the way. Now, the team behind the effort has unearthed yet another unknown bit of Romero’s work, and fans of the horror auteur will soon get to experience it.…
Local HIV advocates celebrate Biden’s move to expand PrEP access
Local HIV advocates are cheering the Biden-Harris administration’s proposed funding increase for federal HIV-eradication efforts and expanded access to PrEP, or pre-exposure prophylaxis, which refers to pills and injections that prevent HIV. “We applaud President Biden’s move to increase PrEP access as a critical tool to help end the HIV/AIDS epidemic,” says Julia Och, AIDS…
5 questions with Joy Oladokun
Joy Oladokun, a singer-songwriter from Arizona, knows the power of words. Her music is moving and stirring and is imbued with a power that inspires listeners to want to create, too. Born to Nigerian immigrant parents, she was the first in her family to be born in the United States. Her parents’ love of all…
EQT Children’s Theater Festival returns with oodles of family-friendly entertainment
Family-friendly arts, culture, and music are in store for guests at the EQT Children’s Theater Festival, which is back in person for the first time in three years after taking an online hiatus due to COVID-19. The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announced that the Festival will take place from May 14-15, and satisfies its mission of connecting…
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What To Know Before Betting On The Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby is one of the most popular horse racing events in the calendar that attracts millions of people worldwide. The world’s most prestigious horse race is also one of the most popular when it comes to betting. The wagers for this incredible event continue to rise every year. In 2019, the Kentucky Derby…
Man suing Allegheny County Jail for loss of leg starts GoFundMe
Clayton McCray, who this week filed a lawsuit against Allegheny County Jail claiming the jail’s failure to treat a wound on his heel led to the amputation of his right leg below the knee, has started a GoFundMe to cover bills from a recent hospitalization related to what the fundraiser describes as his “long-term lack…
Experience “ballet beyond the rules” when Texture presents Reimagine
Ballet is returning to Pittsburgh stages and with it some inventive new productions. One such show is Reimagine by Texture Contemporary Ballet, described by the company’s artistic and executive director Alan Obuzor as featuring “three dynamically different works.” Taking place from Fri., April 1-Sun., April 3 at the New Hazlett Theater, Reimagine will continue Texture’s…
“We need your help”: What Trans Day of Visibility means to Pittsburghers
Pittsburgh City Paper joins the city in celebrating Trans Day of Visibility, a national event designated by the White House as calling on Americans to “join in the fight for full equality for all transgender people.” What does this day mean to Pittsburgh’s trans community? City Paper asked some of our trans friends and neighbors…
On the Tahn: Dance parties and live music at Brillobox, The Yard, and more (March 31-April 3)
Thu., March 31 Live! at Kingfly Kingfly Spirits 7-10 p.m. This Thursday’s Live! at Kingfly will feature the music of Reggie Watkins, a West Virginia-born trombonist, pianist, arranger, and composer. 2613 Smallman St., Strip District. $10 suggested. 21 and over. kingflyspirits.com hyperBOP! Spirit 10 p.m.-2 a.m. This hyperpop, synth, and experimental dance night will bring…
Fern Hollow Bridge disaster declaration granted extension
The disaster declaration that Gov. Tom Wolf proclaimed in response to the Fern Hollow Bridge collapse in Pittsburgh was renewed for six months on March 30 by the Republican-controlled Legislature. The Pennsylvania Senate voted 48-0 to approve the extension, which authorizes state agencies to use available resources to manage the emergency and waives bidding and…
Help Pittsburgh collect data on urban wildlife encounters
The city of Pittsburgh would like to know, on a scale of one to five, how much you enjoy seeing skunks within city limits. Do you “intensely dislike” encountering Pittsburgh’s city skunks or do you enjoy seeing them “very much”? Has a skunk ever sprayed you within city limits? City residents are invited to complete…
Lynn Cullen Live – 03/30/22
Lynn is talking about the life of Joan Joyce. Joyce was a dominant softball pitcher and one of the greatest athletes of all time and she struck out Ted Williams several times. Plus Kareem Abdul-Jabbars comments on Will Smith. Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last 5 shows on the MP3 downloads page.
Pittsburgh Tattoo Art Museum showcases rare artifacts alongside live tattooing
When you enter the Pittsburgh Tattoo Art Museum, in the first case to the left, there is a display of personal sketches by Lew Alberts, one of the most important figures in the history of American tattooing. Better known as “Lew the Jew,” Alberts (born Kurzman), who tattooed in New York City in the early…
62 portraits by two Pittsburgh women reveal beauty, joy in aging
It’s been said that once women reach a certain age, they become invisible. Not just to the male gaze, but to peers, to bosses, to people walking down the street. Middle-aged women are stereotypically the mothers, the caretakers, the people behind the lens, not the ones in front of it. But a new art exhibition…
Certain and Impossible Events turns adolescent tragedy into thoughtful exploration of suicide
Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. What drives someone to tattoo on their body the name of a boy they barely knew? For author Candace Jane Opper, it could be boiled down to unresolved grief, and the trauma left from the death of a classmate in her adolescence, one that would stick with…
The top events in Pittsburgh for March 31-April 6
Thu., March 31 ART • IRL Head to the opening reception for GLARE, a new group exhibition at the Brew House Association. The show features work by seven artists from the gallery’s latest Distillery Artists-in-Residence program, a year-long studio residency designed to help with professional development. The Brew House says that, for GLARE, the artists…
Pittsburgh Opera brings “fashion theater” to the runway
In recent years, Pittsburgh has become a more fashion-forward city. Many designers across the region are providing Pittsburghers with unique hand-sewn or hand-painted wares. Shops and boutiques are bringing in big-name designers. A city that was once ridiculed for its fashion is having a moment. One of the shop owners who has been bringing eclectic…
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY: March 31-April 6
ARIES (March 21-April 19): In 1904, it wasn’t illegal to use performance-enhancing drugs during Olympic competitions. Runner Thomas Hicks took advantage of this in the marathon race. The poison strychnine, which in small doses serves as a stimulant, was one of his boosters. Another was brandy. By the time he approached the finish line, he…
