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HOT METAL MUSICALS — A showcase of new musicaltheater works by area composers,lyricists and librettists. Visit

artful.ly/store/events/3925 to reserve free tickets.Pittsburgh CLO and Musical Theatre Artists of PittsburghCabaret at Theater Square / 7:15 p.m. FREE & open to the public

HOW I LEARNED WHAT ILEARNED — Two years beforehis death in 2005, August Wilsonwrote and performed this one-

man show about the power of art and thepower of possibility.Pittsburgh Public TheaterO’Reilly Theater / Tickets start at $23n Also March 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 31; April 1, 2,3, 4, 5

YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN — Mel Brooks’Broadway sensation is adapted from theelectrifyingly funny film into a brilliantstage creation. “Young Frankenstein”features a zany, hyper-energized cast thatdelivers the shtick in this spirit-raisingmusical comedy.Pittsburgh Musical TheaterByham Theater / Tickets start at $12.75n Also March 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15

BNY Mellon Grand Classics:STRAVINSKY’S FIREBIRD —Manfred Honeck, conductor.Mozart: Sinfonia Concertante in

E-flat major for Violin, Viola and Orchestra;Rautavaara: Cantus Arcticus, Opus 61(Pittsburgh Symphony premiere); Stravinsky: Suite from “The Firebird” (1919 revision).Concertmaster Noah Bendix-Balgley and principal violist Randolph Kellycollaborate on Mozart’s elegant SinfoniaConcertante.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $25.75n Also March 7, 8

PBT PREMIERES WITH THE PBTORCHESTRA — Pittsburgh Ballet Theatrepresents three imaginative masterworks byacclaimed choreographers Jiří Kylián, MarkMorris and Jerome Robbins. Enhanced bylive orchestra, the program contrasts theagility of Kylián’s striking “Petite Mort,” thehilarity of Robbins’ comedy “The Concert,”and the signature wit and musicality ofMorris’ “Sandpaper Ballet.”Pittsburgh Ballet TheatreBenedum Center / Tickets start at $27n Also March 7, 8

CELTIC WOMAN 10THANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR— The popular all-female Irishmusical ensemble performs

a special repertoire — ranging fromtraditional Celtic tunes to contemporarysongs — to celebrate its 10th anniversary.Trust Guest AttractionsBenedum Center / 7 p.m. / Tickets start at $44.25

SARAH MCLACHLAN — The multi-platinum singer/songwriter is recognized for herintimate vocals and relatable lyrics.

Trust Guest AttractionsBenedum Center / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $46

WINE IN THE WILDERNESS —Race riots in Harlem provide thesetting for playwright AliceChildress’ exploration of black

perceptions within the black community.demaskus Theater CollectiveTrust Arts Education Center805–807 Liberty Avenue / Tickets start at $20n Also March 13, 14, 15

PNC Pops: SINGIN’ IN THERAIN — Lawrence Loh, conductor.This film masterpiece comes tolife as the Pittsburgh Symphony

provides the live orchestral accompanimentto the award-winning, on-screen performancesby Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor andDebbie Reynolds.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $24.75n Also March 14, 15

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TRESPASS RESIDENCIES — Future Tenant’s annual residency seriesculminates with performances over threeweekends and features original, daringworks by emerging artists.Future Tenant 819 Penn Avenue / $10n Also March 14, 20, 21, 27, 28

BRIT FLOYD — SPACE & TIME WORLDTOUR 2015 — An amazing journeythrough five decades of Pink Floyd.Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents SeriesBenedum Center / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $37.25n Also March 14

Second Saturday Art Workshops:FABRIC STENCILING — Learn various techniques fordecorating fabric using silk

screening, stamping and stenciling usingpaint, ink and markers. For ages 10+ / 11 a.m. / $20Pittsburgh Cultural TrustTrust Arts Education Center / 805–807 Liberty Ave.Visit TrustArts.org/Education to register

NORM LEWIS — The Broadwaystar made history as the firstAfrican American “Phantom” in“The Phantom of the Opera.”

Other Broadway credits include “Porgyand Bess,” “Sondheim on Sondheim,”“The Little Mermaid,” “Les Misérables,”“Chicago,” “Miss Saigon” and The Who’s“Tommy,” among others.Trust Cabaret SeriesCabaret at Theater Square / 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $50

FIFTH WALL — Using performance art asa platform for dialogue around difficultissues, Fifth Wall creates a safe space forlistening, learning and encouragingunderstanding.Bricolage Theater937 Liberty Avenue / 7 p.m. / $10

Music 101: SCOTT BELL,MAKING THE OBOE SING —Music 101 is an informal seriesof educational lectures/

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BNY Mellon Grand Classics: BACH’S COFFEEHOUSE —Bach: Sinfonia from Cantata BWV 42; Bach: Suite No. 2 in

B minor for Orchestra; Vivaldi/arr. Sorrell: La Follia Concerto for 2 Violins (PittsburghSymphony premiere). Guest conductor/harpsichordist Jeannette Sorrell and thePittsburgh Symphony recreate “LeipzigCollegium Musicum” (Bach’s livelycoffeehouse orchestra). Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $25.75n Also March 22

SHE SAID: Celebrating Women’s HistoryMonth and National Poetry Month — A literary feast of words and vision. Womenwriters recite their work and engage in dialoguewith fellow writers and audience members.Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and Women and Girls FoundationTrust Arts Education Center / 805–807 Liberty Ave.8 p.m. / $20; $15 students

CONSERVATORY DANCE COMPANY ATTHE BYHAM THEATER — A showcase of Point Park dance students’ diverse,impressive talents, featuring an excitingarray of dance legends and styles. Visitpittsburghplayhouse.com or call 412-392-8000to purchase tickets.Point Park UniversityByham Theater / Tickets start at $18n Also March 21, 22

DINAH — A dazzling play about DinahWashington, legendary “Queen of theBlues,” and one of the most popularAfrican-American singers of the 1950s. Setduring the last year of her short, tragic life,“Dinah” features a riveting array of musicalnumbers and biographical vignettes. Visitpghplaywrights.com to purchase tickets.Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Company937 Liberty Avenue / Tickets start at $20n Also March 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29; April 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12

CARMEN — The charms ofCarmen, the woman, areobvious: wildly beautiful,passionate and elusive. The

charms of “Carmen,” the opera, are just as evident: a tuneful score from the youngGeorges Bizet, a heroine like no other,splashy arias and ensembles, and asensational ending. Pittsburgh OperaBenedum Center / Tickets start at $12.75n Also March 24, 27, 29

Robert Morris Speaker Series: DAVID MCCULLOUGH — The acclaimed author of“Truman,” “John Adams” and

“The Greater Journey,” among others,McCullough is a two-time Pulitzer Prizewinner and National Book Award winner.The gifted storyteller and Pittsburgh nativenarrated several PBS documentaries,including “The Civil War” and “Napoleon,”and the motion picture “Seabiscuit.”Heinz Hall / 8 p.m. / Subscription only

HUMANITIES FESTIVAL —With a focus on smart talk aboutstuff that matters, Pittsburgh’sfirst Humanities Festival presents

talks, interviews and performancescovering a broad range of interestingtopics, and features author Azar Nafisi,“Reading Lolita in Tehran.”Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and Carnegie Mellon UniversityLocations in the Cultural Districtn Also March 27, 28, 29

BNY Mellon Grand Classics: FOUR HORNS — Andres Orozco-Estrada, conductor. Bates: “The Rise of Exotic Computing”;

Schumann: “Konzertstück” in F for FourHorns and Orchestra, Opus 86; Brahms:Symphony No. 1 in C minor, Opus 68.Colombian conductor Andres Orozco-Estrada makes his Pittsburgh debut.Pittsburgh Symphony’s horn sectionperforms solos on Robert Schumann’s“Konzertstück,” a tour de force for fourFrench horns and orchestra.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $25.75n Also March 28, 29

Music SPACE: MAJEURE AND RIVKASPACE 812 Liberty Avenue / 8:30 p.m. / $5

SUPER SALSA WEEKEND KICK-OFF —The Cultural Trust celebrates “300 Nights of Salsa” in the Cultural District with LocalDJ Jeff Shirey, legendary emcee “Mr. Salsa”Izzy Sanabria and guest performances byWorld Salsa/Bachata Champions UrielGarcia and Vera Rowe. Pittsburgh Cultural TrustCabaret at Theater Square / 10:30 p.m. / $10

UNION TANGUERA — ThisFrench Argentinean ensemblebrings the uninhibited sensualityand art of tango to life. Featuring

live music performed by one of BuenosAires’ finest quartets, Union Tangueradelivers sultry, stylized dance theater withdramatic flair. Pittsburgh Dance CouncilByham Theater / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $19

JOSE FAJARDO JR. Y SU ORQUESTA —In celebration of Super Salsa Weekend andthe Cultural Trust’s 300th “Salsa Fridays,” a special performance by Jose Fajardo Jr. y Su Orquesta emceed by Salsa scenelegend “Mr. Salsa” Izzy Sanabria. Pittsburgh Cultural TrustCabaret at Theater Square / 11 p.m. Tickets start at $25

DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THEBEAST — The most beautifullove story ever told comes tolife! A romantic Broadway

musical for all generations, “BEAUTY ANDTHE BEAST” is based on the AcademyAward-winning animated feature film.This production is filled with unforgettablecharacters, lavish sets and costumes, anda dazzling musical score.PNC Broadway Across America–PittsburghHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $21n Also April 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

THE DECEMBERISTS — The indie folkrock band is revered for its musical scope,and daring and captivating live shows.“What a Terrible World, What a BeautifulWorld,” is the band’s most varied anddynamic work to date.91.3fm WYEP and Pittsburgh Cultural TrustBenedum Center / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $38.75

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THE PEKING ACROBATS —Defying gravity with amazingdisplays of contortion, flexibilityand control, The Peking Acrobats

push the envelope of human possibilitywith astonishing dexterity, skill and daring.Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents SeriesByham Theater / 7:30 p.m. / Tickets start at $20

ALT-J — The popular, experimental Britishrock sensation has a growing fan base fromthe music festival circuit.Trust Guest AttractionsBenedum Center / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $35

PITTSBURGH ROCKIN’REUNION — Appearing togetheron stage for the first and last time:Lou Christie, Jimmy Beaumont

& The Skyliners, Donnie Iris, The Marcels,Chuck Blasco’s Vogues and Jimmy Ross &The Jaggerz.Trust Guest AttractionsBenedum Center / 4 & 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $39

BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVALWORLD TOUR — Ignite your passion foradventure with inspiring independentaction, environmental and outdooradventure films through this exhilaratingand provocative exploration of themountain world.Venture OutdoorsByham Theater / Tickets start at $15n Also April 5

DIRTY DANCING — Have thetime of your life! Experience theclassic story of Baby and Johnnyin an unprecedented live theater

experience, exploding with heart-poundingmusic, passionate romance and sensationaldancing. “Dirty Dancing” features the hitsongs “Hungry Eyes,” “Hey Baby,” “Do You Love Me?” and “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life.” PNC Broadway Across America–PittsburghBenedum Center / Tickets start at $23n Also April 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

BNY Mellon Jazz Presents: TIA FULLERQUARTET — The dynamic saxophonist,composer and educator toured with R&Bstar Beyoncé’s all-female band. Tia Fuller has performed with Nancy Wilson, RalphPeterson, T.S. Monk Septet, Jon Faddis JazzOrchestra and Sean Jones, among others.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustCabaret at Theater Square / 8 p.m. / $30

ROSANNE CASH WITH JOHN LEVENTHAL — Theeldest daughter of Johnny Cashis one of the most compelling

figures in popular music today. Singer/songwriter Rosanne Cash possesses aremarkable body of work noted for itsemotional acuity, rich and resonantimagery, and unsparing honesty.91.3fm WYEP and Pittsburgh Cultural TrustByham Theater / 7:30 p.m. / Tickets start at $35

THE MUSICAL ADVENTURESOF FLAT STANLEY, DallasChildren’s Theater — StanleyLambchop wakes up flat after

being squished by his bulletin board! This whirlwind musical based on Jeff

Brown’s book follows Stanley’s traveloguearound the globe.

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Byham Theater / $9.50; $11 at doorn Also April 11, 12

BNY Mellon Grand Classics: THE ROMANCE OF SCHUMANN —Manfred Honeck, conductor. Schumann:Concerto in A minor for Piano and Orchestra,Opus 54; Bruckner: Symphony No. 7 in E major. Touted as “superb, tightlycontrolled and forcefully articulated,”pianist Hélène Grimaud returns to performalongside the Pittsburgh Symphony. Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $25.75n Also April 11, 12

Second Saturday Art Workshops: MOSAICS — Discover a varietyof techniques to create beautifulmosaics. Students should bring

a hammer, work gloves and a snack.Suitable for ages 14+ / 11 a.m. $40 (includes materials)Pittsburgh Cultural TrustTrust Arts Education Center 805–807 Liberty Ave.Visit TrustArts.org/Education to register

ANN HAMPTON CALLAWAY —The award-winning singer,pianist, composer, actress andproducer is a mainstay in concert

halls, theaters and jazz clubs. Ann HamptonCallaway is known for her masterful blendsof jazz and traditional pop.Trust Cabaret SeriesCabaret at Theater Square / 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $50

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BNY Mellon Jazz Presents: PAT MARTINO ORGAN TRIO —One of the greatest jazz guitarists,Pat Martino got his start on the

“Chitlin’ Circuit” in the 1960s. Today, Pat’splaying is as fiery and technically brilliantas ever.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustCabaret at Theater Square / 8 p.m. / $35

AN EVENING WITH AUDRAMCDONALD — A special one-night performance by thesix-time Tony Award® winner.

The evening includes a VIP reception at theRenaissance Hotel at 6 p.m.Hill House AssociationByham Theater / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $62.75

OTHELLO — With its rapidaction, crystal-clear languageand thrilling emotional scenes,“Othello” is often described as

William Shakespeare’s most perfect play.Pittsburgh Public TheaterO’Reilly Theater / Tickets start at $23n Also April 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 28, 30;May 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17

RAISIN’ CANE: A HARLEMRENAISSANCE ODYSSEY — Film,television and stage star Jasmine Guy andjazz artist Avery Sharpe pay homage to the Harlem Renaissance. “Raisin’ Cane”beautifully recreates poignant voices froman extraordinary period of artistry andactivism in Harlem, as revealed throughtext, music, movement and imagery.Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents SeriesByham Theater / 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $30

BNY Mellon Grand Classics: THE BROTHERS HONECK —Manfred Honeck, conductor.Dvorak/arr. Honeck/Ille: Rusalka

Suite; Britten: Concerto for Violin andOrchestra, Opus 15; Tchaikovsky: SymphonyNo. 6 in B minor, Opus 74, “Pathétique.”Manfred Honeck is joined by his brotherRainer Honeck, soloist and concertmaster,Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. Thisstunning program features Opus 15 ofBritten’s Concerto for Violin and Orchestra,alongside the Maestro’s arrangement of an operatic score.Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Heinz Hall / Tickets start at $25.75n Also April 18, 19

LA BAYADÈRE WITH THE PBTORCHESTRA — Set in imperial India, “La Bayadère” has entranced audiences formore than a century with its epic storyline,pure classicism and sensational scale.When a love triangle entangles a templedancer and her lover, power and conspiracytrigger unearthly consequences in thismesmerizing story. Pittsburgh Ballet TheatreBenedum Center / Tickets start at $27n Also April 18, 19

PONTUS LIDBERG DANCE —Rising Swedish choreographerPontus Lidberg has createdmore than 35 works for dance

companies worldwide. His newest work“Snow” is a turbulent choreographiccomposition set in a ceaseless storm.“Snow” offers a glimpse into human frailtyagainst the relentless power of nature. Pittsburgh Dance CouncilByham Theater / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $19

BNY Mellon Jazz Presents:100 YEARS OF STRAYHORN:A LUSH LIFE CELEBRATIONWITH ALLAN HARRIS &

FRIENDS — Jazz, blues and ballads singerAllan Harris and jazz pianist Eric Reed payhomage to the prolific composer, pianist,lyricist and arranger Billy Strayhorn incelebration of his centennial. Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and Billy Strayhorn FoundationCabaret at Theater Square / 8 p.m. / $30

Music 101: ANDREW REAMER,PRINCIPAL PERCUSSION“SCRAPING (SHAKING ANDSTRIKING) OUT A LIVING” —

Music 101 is an informal series ofeducational lectures/performancespresented by Pittsburgh Symphonymusicians, conductors, composers and key staff. Pittsburgh Symphony AssociationHeinz Hall / 12:30 p.m. $2; FREE for students, children

PETER PAN — It’s off to Neverland for thislively reboot of the J.M. Barrie classic. JoinPeter Pan, Wendy, Michael and John in thehigh-flying Broadway musical that will

whisk you away to aplace where dreamsare born and no oneever grows up.Pittsburgh MusicalTheaterByham Theater Tickets start at $12.75n Also April 24, 25, 26;May 1, 2, 3

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GALLERY CRAWL IN THECULTURAL DISTRICT — A freeand festive showcase of arts andentertainment at galleries and

art spaces throughout the Cultural District.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustLocations throughout the Cultural District5:30–9 p.m. / FREE & open to the public

PNC Pops: THE TEXAS TENORS —Lawrence Loh, conductor. This trio ofclassically trained singers performs a mix of Broadway, classical, country andgospel music. Having appeared onAmerica’s Got Talent and PBS, they bringtheir breathtaking vocals, humor andcowboy charm to Pittsburgh.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $24.75n Also April 25, 26

Music SPACE: THE EARLY MAYS AND BEN SHANNONSPACE 812 Liberty Avenue / 8:30 p.m. / $5

SHEN YUN PERFORMINGARTS — Inspired by the spirit of an ancient culture, Shen Yunbrings to life classical Chinese

dance and music in a gloriously colorfuland exhilarating showcase.Trust Guest AttractionsBenedum Center / Tickets start at $54.25n Also April 26

BNY Mellon Jazz Presents: ROY AYERS UBIQUITY — The pioneering jazz-funk vibra-phonist and vocalist lays down

the funk for one electrifying performance.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustCabaret at Theater Square / 8 p.m. / $35

JACQUES BREL IS ALIVE ANDWELL AND LIVING IN PARIS— The poignant, passionate and profound songs of Belgian

songwriter Jacques Brel are vividly broughtto life in this staged performance.PICT Classic TheatreTrust Arts Education Center 805–807 Liberty Avenue Tickets start at $35.75n Also April 30; May 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Robert Morris Speaker Series: MICHIO KAKU — Futurist and popularizerof science, Kaku has written many booksabout physics and makes regularappearances on radio, television and film.A frequent host for BBC, Discovery Channel,History Channel and Science Channelshows, Kaku hosts the weekly syndicatedradio program “Explorations.”Heinz Hall / 8 p.m. / Subscription only

INDIGO GIRLS WITH THEPITTSBURGH SYMPHONY —The prolific folk-pop duoperforms symphonic selections

from their extensive song catalog.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $37

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FENCES — August Wilson’sPulitzer Prize masterpiece evokesearly rumblings of the civil rightsmovement. Set in the 1950s, Troy

Maxson, a middle-aged, Pittsburgh HillDistrict resident, cannot shed the legacy of his failure as a young baseball player.“Fences” follows Troy’s struggle to acceptthe generational changes that allow hisson to succeed in ways Troy never could.Visit pghplaywrights.com to purchase tickets.Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Company937 Liberty Avenue / Tickets start at $20n Also May 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22,23, 24, 28, 29, 30, 31

DAUGHTER OF THE REGIMENT— When fun-loving, tomboyishMarie meets Tonio, it’s thebeginning of a madcap romance.

The discovery of Marie’s real parents andshow-stopping arias for both lead singersare highlights of Donizetti’s frothy romanticcomedy.Pittsburgh OperaBenedum Center / Tickets start at $12.75n Also May 5, 8, 10

BROADWAY SHOWSTOPPERS— A special performancecelebrating memorable musicalmoments from Broadway

blockbusters.Trust Cabaret SeriesCabaret at Theater Square 7:30 p.m. / Tickets start at $50

POTTED POTTER, THEUNAUTHORIZED HARRYEXPERIENCE—A Parody by Dan and Jeff — “Potted Potter”

takes on the ultimate challenge ofcondensing all seven Harry Potter books(and a real-life game of Quidditch) into one hilarious performance.Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents SeriesByham Theater / 7:30 p.m. / Tickets start at $35n Also May 6, 7

NEIL DEGRASSE TYSON — American astrophysicist, authorand science communicator.Trust Guest Attractions

Benedum Center / 7:30 p.m. / Tickets start at $34.25

BNY Mellon Grand Classics:DISNEY FANTASIA — WardStare, conductor. A spectacularevening of color, magic, innocence,

drama, creativity and Mickey Mouse. Watchscenes from Walt Disney’s original “Fantasia”(1940) and “Fantasia 2000” and hear thePittsburgh Symphony perform excerptsfrom Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 andSymphony No. 6 and Tchaikovsky’s“Nutcracker Suite,” among others.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $25.75n Also May 9, 10

Second Saturday Art Workshops:PITTSBURGH SKETCHCRAWL — Bring a sketch book,drawing instruments, lunch and

a chair for this four-hour drawing marathon.Draw what you see in downtown’s scenicplazas. Artist/illustrator Rick Antolic willassist with sketches. For all ages; children 16and under must be accompanied by an adult.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustTrust Arts Education Center 805–807 Liberty Avenue / 10 a.m.–2 p.m.Visit TrustArts.org/Education to register

JOHN MELLENCAMP — The legendary GRAMMY®-winningmusician has touched the heartsand souls of music listeners and

influenced American culture with enduringsongs throughout his 30+ year career.Trust Guest AttractionsBenedum Center / 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $44.25

EQT CHILDREN’S THEATERFESTIVAL — For four days,Pittsburgh’s downtown CulturalDistrict hosts unique arts

experiences for young people and their families, including live theatricalperformances that engage differentcultures and perspectives from around the world. The festival also features freehands-on activities, gallery installationsand outdoor stage performances.Pittsburgh International Children’s FestivalLocations throughout the Cultural District /Festival grounds FREE; ticketed performancesstart at $8n Also May 15, 16, 17

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BNY Mellon Grand Classics:THE SOUND OF A MODERNSYMPHONY — Michael Francis,conductor; Anne Martindale

Williams, cello. Bates: Alternative Energy(Pittsburgh Symphony premiere); Heggie:The Work at Hand: Symphonic Songs forCello & Mezzo-Soprano (PittsburghSymphony co-commission); Bartók: Concertofor Orchestra. Bartók’s work reveals themodern orchestra’s expressive power andversatility, showcasing each section as acollective of virtuosic concerto soloists. Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $25.75n Also May 17

RAIN — A TRIBUTE TO THEBEATLES — A live multimediaspectacular that takes audienceson a musical journey through

the life and times of the world’s mostcelebrated band. Rain is a note-for-notetheatrical event that is the next best thingto the Beatles.Trust Guest AttractionsBenedum Center / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $32.25

SPRING CONCERT — ThePittsburgh Youth SymphonyOrchestra finishes the seasonwith Elgar’s “Enigma Variation.”

PYSO alumni join the PYSO to performSaint-Saëns “Bacchanale” and Tchaikovsky’s“Romeo & Juliet.” To reserve free tickets,visit pyso.org or call 412-392-4872.Pittsburgh Youth Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 7:30 p.m. / FREE

Scottish Ballet Presents A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE— Dance meets drama asScotland’s national dance

company boldly interprets TennesseeWilliams’ masterpiece. The iconic,

heartbreaking tale of human frailty is set to a saucy, jazz-inspired scoreand aptly dressed in strikingvintage-styled costumes. “Streetcar”is exemplary of Scottish Ballet’sniche for reimagining classicstories with fresh relevance forcontemporary audiences.

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BNY Mellon Grand Classics:DANCE AND FLIGHT — Juanjo Mena, conductor; Nancy E. Goeres, bassoon.

Debussy: “Ibéria,” No. 2 from “Images”;Ludwig: “Pictures from the Floating World”for Bassoon and Orchestra; Ginastera: Suitefrom “Panambi” and Four Dances from“Estancia”; Falla: Interlude and Dance fromLa Vida Breve. Spanish and Argentineandance rhythms ignite Ginastera’s Panambiand Estancia ballet suites, plus thePittsburgh debut of Ludwig’s “Pictures from the Floating World.”Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $25.75n Also May 31

Music SPACE: THE GARMENT DISTRICTAND BUTTERBIRDSSPACE 812 Liberty Avenue / 8:30 p.m. / $5

Fiddlesticks Family Concerts:SUMMER ESCAPE — FawziHaimor, conductor. Summer is for family fun in new places.

Fiddlesticks launches summer with musicthat transports us to faraway destinations.Enjoy John Williams’ rousing “CowboyOverture,” selections from Ferde Grofé’smajestic “Grand Canyon Suite,” and musicfrom “Pirates of the Caribbean.”Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Heinz Hall / 11:15 a.m. Tickets start at $12

SPRING DANCEPERFORMANCE — Classicaland contemporary dance worksare performed by 200 students

from Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School’sStudent and Pre-Professional Divisions.Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre SchoolByham Theater / 7 p.m. / Tickets start at $22

IN THE MOOD — Jazzy, brassy,sentimental and patriotic musicof the World War II era isperformed by a 13-piece big

band and six singer-dancers in this fullystaged tribute to 1940s boogie woogie and swing music.Trust Guest AttractionsByham Theater / 2 & 7 p.m. Tickets start at $35.50

BUYER & CELLAR — Barbra Streisand’scoffee table book, “My Passion for Design,”inspired this hilarious fictional account ofthe fabulous collected items housed in thebasement of the superstar’s Malibu estate.Pittsburgh Public TheaterO’Reilly Theater / Tickets start at $23nAlso May 29, 30, 31; June 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 11, 12,13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28

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ARCADE COMEDY THEATER — Downtown Pittsburgh’sdestination for all things comedy features an intimate 75-seat space for stand-up, improv, sketch comedy, varietyacts and more. With a BYOB policy and a pinball machinein the lobby, the Arcade is a fun, affordable destination.For showtimes, visit arcadecomedytheater.com or call 412-339-0608.811 Liberty Avenue / Tickets start at $10; $5 for students

HARRIS THEATER — Pittsburgh Filmmakers screensindependent, foreign and classic films. For showtimes, visitpghfilmmakers.org or call 412-682-4111. 809 Liberty Avenue

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Wood Street Galleries601 Wood St. (above T station)WED, THU: 11 a.m.–6 p.m. / FRI, SAT: 11 a.m.–8 p.m.

SUN: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

ABSENCE OF SELF — ParticipatingArtists: Ivana Franke, Lauri Astala, MirjanaVodopija, Bryndís Hrönn Ragnarsdóttir.Artists explore and redefine relationshipsbetween the visible and invisible, the finiteand infinite, and the absence or presenceof the self or the other.Through April 5

HC Gilje: THE WORLD REVOLVESAROUND YOU — The Norwegian artistreturns with two new versions of thevideo installations “Revolver” and “Spin.”April 24–June 21

SPACE812 Liberty Ave. // WED, THU: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.

FRI, SAT: 11 a.m.–8 p.m. / SUN: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

UNLOADED — Guest curator: SusanneSlavick. This large group show brings to lightthe historical and social issues surroundingthe availability, use and impact of guns inour culture.Through April 26

REPETITION, RHYTHM AND PATTERN— Guest curator: Lindsey Landfried.Participating Artists: Tatiana Berg, MeganCott, Brian Giniewski, Lindsey Landfried,Alex Paik, Lilly Zuckerman. Elements foundin repetition, rhythm and pattern investigatevaried possibilities of reductive abstractions.May 15–June 28

Window SPACE: SIDEWAYS MUSEUM:ORGANIZED BY TOM SARVER — A collection of works by Pittsburgh artistsexploring folk and visionary art traditions.This is the first of an ongoing series of“window exhibitions” — looking from the

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707 Penn Gallery707 Penn Ave. // WED, THU: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.

FRI, SAT: 11 a.m.–8 p.m. / SUN: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

Rebecca Lessner: HUNTER GATHERER —For those living off of the land, the processof survival begins with observation and endswhen darkness overpowers observation.March 6–April 12

Gianna Paniagua: VASCULAR CAVERNS —An interactive paper installation depictingabstracted, anatomical imagery featuringworks entirely cut by hand. April 24–June 21

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709 Penn Gallery709 Penn Ave. // WED, THU: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.

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JOEY KENNEDY — An exhibit offine art photography.March 6–April 12

Tamara Natalie Madden: OUT OF MANY, ONE PEOPLE —

A series of new paintings celebratingthe vast cultural heritage of the artist’s

Jamaican homeland.April 24–June 21

Future Tenant819 Penn Ave. // futuretenant.orgTHU, FRI: 4–8 p.m. / SAT: 12–8 p.m. / SUN: 1–6 p.m.

FLASH: A CFA SCHOOL OF ART GROUPEXHIBITION — New works by CarnegieMellon University undergraduate art students.April 3–25

Dave Calfo: DAYDREAMING THROUGH A CHILD’S EYES — Whimsical, interactivetoys paying homage to youthful imaginingsmade from vintage and found objects. May 8–31

ToonSeum945 Liberty Ave. // toonseum.orgWED, THU, SUN: 10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

FRI, SAT: 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Adults: $6; Ages 6–12: $3; Ages 5 and under: FREE412-232-0199

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BOEING BOEING — This Tony Award®-winning swingin’ ’60s farce featuresBernard, a wannabe-Casanova, with Italian, German and American fiancées —each a beautiful airline hostess with frequent “layovers.” A riotous hit comedythat recently enjoyed revivals in London and New York, “BOEING BOEING” isnow in Pittsburgh. Fasten your seatbelts!Pittsburgh CLO / Cabaret at Theater Square / Through April 26Wed.–Sat. 7:30 p.m.; Sat., Sun. 2 p.m.; select Thu. 1 p.m. / Tickets start at $34.75

GIRLS ONLY — THE SECRET COMEDY OF WOMEN — The hilariousnew hit about two women discovering their childhood diaries and the sweet,awkward, embarrassing and heartwarming stories they inspire. A combinationof sketch comedy, improvisation and musical numbers — with a little audienceparticipation thrown in — “Girls Only” is the perfect way to celebrate all things girly.Pittsburgh CLO / Cabaret at Theater Square / May 27–Aug. 16Wed.–Sat. 7:30 p.m.; Sat., Sun. 2 p.m.; select Thu. 1 p.m. / Tickets start at $34.75

THEATER655 Penn Avenue(between 6th & 7th Streets) SQUARE

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Enjoy the music of the region’s finest jazztalent every Tuesday evening at Backstage Bar. 5–9 p.m. (unless otherwise listed)FREE and open to the public (except where noted)* Performances listed in bold take place in theCabaret Theater.

n March 3: Erik Lawrencen March 10: Mark Lucasn March 17: Jeff Bush

n March 24: Don Aliquon March 31: Eric Johnson

n May 19: Kenian May 26: Mark Strickland

n May 5: Yoko Suzukin May 12: Dan Wasson

WEDNESDAY WINE FLIGHTS — 6:15 p.m./ticketed event / includes presentation, winesamplings and light fare

n March 4: Wines of Washington State —Discover why Washington is the second

largest U.S. wine producer behind California.n April 1: Fool Me Once — A panel of wine

experts try to fool attendees with secret, favorite picks.n May 6: The National Grape — Explore the nationalgrapes of New Zealand, Argentina and Australia.

CRAFT BEER SCHOOL — 6:15 p.m. / ticketed event /includes presentation, beer samplings and light fare

n March 17: When Green Beer Is Good Beer — CelebrateSt. Patrick’s Day and sustainability in the craft beerindustry. n April 21: Pittsburgh Beer Week — Sip andsocialize with movers and shakers from Pittsburgh’srobust beer scene, including Tony “The Beerman”Knipling. n May 19: Rooney’s Beer — The Pittsburgh clan is famous for its Irish roots, football — and now —craft beers.

Wine Flights & Beer School BNY Mellon Jazz Presents

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SALSA FRIDAYS21+ / Every FridayBeginner Lesson: 10 p.m.;Dance: 10:30 p.m.$5–$10 admission or FREE with ticket stub*

LATE NIGHT CABARET21+ / Every Saturday 10:30 p.m. / $5–$10 admissionor FREE with ticket stub*Visit trustarts.org for currentLate Night Cabaret information.

IMPROV COMEDY JAMThursdays / 10 p.m. / $3One-night-only teams ofthe city’s best improviserscreate comedy based onaudience suggestions.

BACKSTAGE BARLive music / No cover / Smoke-free Tue.–Thu. 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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n April 7: Jevon Rushton / 5 p.m.; Tia Fuller Quartet* / 8 p.m. / $30n April 14: Tom Wendt / 5 p.m.; Pat Martino Organ Trio* / 8 p.m. / $35n April 21: Erik Lawrence / 5 p.m.; 100 Years of Strayhorn: A Lush

Life Celebration with Allan Harris & Friends* / 8 p.m. / $30n April 28: Poogie Bell / 5 p.m.; Roy Ayers Ubiquity* / 8 p.m. / $35

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