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AN ACT OF GOD — Welcome to Heaven. It’s just as dazzling as you hoped it would be. Meet God (Broadway veteran and

Pittsburgh favorite Marcus Stevens) and his wingmen, Gabriel and Michael. Writtenby David Javerbaum, former writer of The Daily Show with Jon Stewart andwinner of 13 Emmy Awards, An Act of God isblessed with abundant social commentaryand irreverent comedy. Adult humor. Adult language. Adult laughs!Directed by Ted Pappas.Pittsburgh Public TheaterO’Reilly Theater / Tickets start at $25n Also June 2–4, 6–11, 13, 15–18, 20–25, 27–30;July 1–2

AN AMERICAN IN PARIS — An Americanin Paris is the new Tony Award®-winningmusical about an American soldier, amysterious French girl and an indomitableEuropean city, each yearning for a newbeginning in the aftermath of war.Acclaimed director/choreographer and2015 Tony Award-winner ChristopherWheeldon brings the magic and romanceof Paris into perfect harmony withunforgettable songs from George and Ira Gershwin.PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh CLOBenedum Center / Tickets start at $26n Also June 2–4, 6–11

CREATE FESTIVAL 2017 — Kick off thearts festival season at Create Festival 2017,a one-day creativity and innovation festivalheralding the Dollar Bank Three Rivers ArtsFestival opening weekend. Create is amashup of art, technology and ingenuity —with original art, interactive technologies,games, performances, maker workshops,inspiring talks and more!Pittsburgh Technology CouncilAugust Wilson Center / 12 p.m. General admission FREE, All Access Pass $50

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BNY Mellon Grand Classics:TCHAIKOVSKY’S FIRSTPIANO CONCERTO — Vasily Petrenko debuts

conducting the Pittsburgh Symphony in aprogram to honor the city of St. Petersburg,featuring Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 8and Tchaikovsky’s much-loved PianoConcerto No. 1, debuting rising starpianist Behzod Abduraimov.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $20n Also June 11

PLEIN AIR PAINTINGWORKSHOP — Join Plein Airartist William Pfahl in paintingour city’s urban landscape in

this 2-hour painting session during theThree Rivers Arts Festival. Pfahl willdemonstrate and explain the materialsused and facilitate as participants engagein the activity as well as the stepsnecessary to paint outdoors using oils oncanvas. For ages 12+.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustPoint State Park / 12 p.m. / FREERegistration required at TrustArts.org/Education

PRIDEFEST — Now a two-dayevent, this family-friendly

celebration of the local LGBT communityoffers more than 150 vendors, plus live entertainment, food booths,children’s activity area and more. VisitPittsburghpride.org or call 412-322-2800for more information. Delta Foundation of PittsburghLiberty Avenue, between 6th & 10th Streets FREE and open to the public / All agesn Also June 11

PRIDE IN THE STREET —Pittsburgh’s largest outdoor

dance party celebrating the local LGBTcommunity. Visit Pittsburghpride.org orcall 1-888-71-TICKETS to purchase ticketsand for more information.Delta Foundation of PittsburghLiberty Avenue, between 9th & 10th Streets7 p.m. / Tickets TBD / For ages 18 & older

WORDPLAY — With brazenhonesty and creativity, actors,comedy writers, and everydaypeople read their own stories

while our DJ spins a real-time soundtrackusing anything from Brahms to Beyoncé.You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and you’ll get anextremely intimate look into the life of atotal stranger.Bricolage Production Company 937 Liberty Avenue / 8 p.m. / $25n Also June 3

MS. LAURYN HILL — Ms. Lauryn Hill hasannounced additional dates for The MLHCaravan: A Diaspora Calling! ConcertSeries. Of this concert series, Ms. Hill says:“The MLH Caravan allows me to continuethe theme of unity and celebration of themany facets of cultural and artistic beautythroughout the African diaspora while ontour this summer and fall.”Trust Guest AttractionsByham Theater / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $65

BNY Mellon Grand Classics: MAHLER’S RESURRECTION — Manfred Honeck leads the orchestra, along with the Mendelssohn Choir ofPittsburgh and outstanding soloistsChristina Landshamer and GerhildRomberger, in a performance of thismonumental symphony.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $20n Also June 4

Jumping Jack Theater presents THE LIGHT PRINCESS — A multisensory adventure foryoung audiences on the autism

spectrum. This sensory-friendly worldpremiere production features innovativepuppetry, lush settings, an original score,and interactive moments designed toengage ALL audiences.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustTrust Arts Education Center805-807 Liberty Avenue / FREERegistration required at TrustArts.org/Educationn Also June 4

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TWILIGHT SKETCH CRAWL — A two-hour drawing marathon! Draw what yousee on a journey through Point State Parkduring the Dollar Bank Three Rivers ArtsFestival. Rick Antolic, accomplished artistand illustrator, will be onhand to assistwith sketches as needed. Bring a sketchbook, drawing instruments and a coldbeverage. All ages; no experience required.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustPoint State Park / 5 p.m. / FREERegistration required at TrustArts.org/Education

TONY AWARDS VIEWINGPARTY — The Pittsburgh CulturalTrust presents this specialevening celebrating Broadway’s

biggest night. This event includes abroadcast viewing, drinks, appetizers,games, giveaways and more! Doors openat 7 p.m., broadcast begins at 8 p.m.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustCabaret at Theater Square / 7 p.m. $40 Members/$50 Non-Members

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FUSE@PSO: MASH-UP MIX DOWN,FEATURING TIME FOR THREE — A classically trained string trio known fortheir exploration of a variety of musicalgenres, Time for Three joins conductorSteve Hackman and the PittsburghSymphony for a concert that hits theshuffle button, offering the audience aplaylist of classical-pop mash-ups. You’llhear Chopin combined with The Beatles,Beethoven with Led Zeppelin, Dvořák with Dave Matthews and many more!Happy hour starts at 5 p.m.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 6:30 p.m. / $30

ELVIS COSTELLO & THEIMPOSTERS — GrammyAward®-winning singer-songwriter has been described

as a “pop encyclopedia” able to “reinventthe past in his own image.” In 2003,Costello and the Attractions were inductedinto The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and in 2004, Rolling Stone ranked CostelloNo. 80 on their list of the 100 GreatestArtists of All Time.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 7 p.m. / Tickets start at $65

DISNEY’S THE LITTLEMERMAID — Broadway’s Under-the-Sea Spectacular! In a magical kingdom beneath the

sea, Ariel longs to leave her ocean home tolive in the world above. Based on one ofHans Christian Andersen’s most belovedstories, it’s a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. Pittsburgh CLO Benedum Center / Tickets start at $25.75n Also June 15–18, 20–25

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DVE COMEDY FESTIVAL —Randy Baumann and the DVEMorning Show present a greatlineup of comedians, including

Colin Quinn, Robert Kelly, Kevin Brennan,Rachel Feinstein and Bill Crawford.Trust Guest AttractionsByham Theater / 8 p.m. / $56

BNY Mellon Grand Classics Season Finale!HONECK CONDUCTS BEETHOVEN — In a program sure to ignite and stimulatethe senses, this season finale joins ManfredHoneck and the Pittsburgh Symphonymusicians in a performance of Beethoven’sbeloved “Pastoral” Symphony. World-renowned German baritone MatthiasGoerne also joins the orchestra for hisdebut with Mahler’s “Twelve Songs” fromDes Knaben Wunderhorn.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $20n Also June 24 & 25

Multiple Choice Versus: KAIJU BIG BATTEL — In thislive monster-fighting spectacle,Planet Earth is under threat.

Scattered throughout the galaxy lies amonstrous mob of maniacal villains,menacing alien beasts and giant, city-crushing monsters. Or, join us at 9 p.m. for Monster Trike Night— attendees areinvited to test their skills on an indoor flattrack with head-to-head races. Food truckentry is free. All ages.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustAugust Wilson Center / 8 p.m. / Show & party$25; Party only $5 in advance, $10 at the door

SHOW TUNE SATURDAY NIGHT — JoinPittsburgh CLO for a FREE open mike nightdesigned for those who love musicals! Ages 21+.Pittsburgh CLOCabaret at Theater Square / 10 p.m. / FREE

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PNC Pops: ELLA & LOUIS — ALL THAT JAZZ! — Louis Armstrong. He gave jazz itsswing. Ella Fitzgerald. She gave

jazz its greatest voice. Be there for thistribute to Ella and Satchmo. Featuring thesultry voice of Marva Hicks and the blazingbrass of Byron Stripling. It don’t mean athing if you ain’t there to swing!Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $24n Also June 17 & 18

ANGÉLIQUE KIDJO —Angélique Kidjo is a BenineseGrammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and activist, noted for

her diverse musical influences and creativemusic videos. Time Magazine has calledher “Africa’s premier diva.”Pittsburgh Cultural TrustAugust Wilson Center / 9 p.m. / $41.25

MUSIC OF FLIGHT AND FANTASY: A Sensory-Friendly Performance —Lawrence Loh, conductor. Everyone isinvited to join the Pittsburgh Symphony for a musical celebration of flight andfantasy featuring the music of JohnWilliams. This family-friendly concertincludes a welcoming, inclusive andrelaxed environment designed especiallyfor patrons of all ages, and especially those individuals with autism spectrumdisorders, sensory sensitivities and otherdisabilities. Pre-concert activities start at 1:15 p.m.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 2:30 p.m. / Tickets start at $15

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CEEMI MUSIC PRODUCTIONCAMP — CollaborativeExperiential Electronic MusicalInstrument (CEEMI). This week-

long camp will explore the intersectionbetween music and technology. Activitieswill include sound recording andengineering, collaborative music creation,and “found sound” compositions. Ages8–12. Artist educator: Gil Teixeira.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustTrust Arts Education Center, 805–807 Liberty Avenue9 a.m. / $150; $125 sibling discountCamp runs June 26–30Registration required at TrustArts.org/Education

Cohen & Grigsby TrustPresents Series: DIANA KRALL — Jazz pianistand world-renowned singer,

Diana Krall is the only jazz singer to haveeight albums debut at the top of theBillboard Jazz Albums chart. To date, she has earned five Grammy Awards,eight Juno Awards and has also garnerednine gold, three platinum and seven multiplatinum albums. Pittsburgh Cultural TrustBenedum Center / 8 p.m. Tickets start at $57.50

JILL SCOTT — Three-timeGrammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, New York Timesbest-selling poet, and critically

acclaimed actress Jill Scott stops inPittsburgh on her highly anticipatedSummer Tour 2017. Community Empowerment AssociationBenedum Center / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $49

THE O’JAYS WITH THEPITTSBURGH SYMPHONY —People all over the world —join hands! R&B superstars The

O’Jays take the Heinz Hall stage thissummer with the Pittsburgh Symphonyperforming their hits “Love Train,” “PutYour Hands Together,” “I Love Music” andmany more!Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 7:30 p.m. / Tickets start at $39

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IN THE HEIGHTS — TonyAward-winner for Best Musical!From the writer of Hamilton, Lin-Manuel Miranda’s In the

Heights introduces audiences to a vibrantneighborhood on the brink of change. This revolutionary musical weaves Latinrhythms, hip-hop and pop to tell acaptivating story about chasing theAmerican dream as you cling to your roots and those you love.Pittsburgh CLOBenedum Center / Tickets start at $25.75n Also July 8–9, 11–16

GALLERY CRAWL IN THE CULTURALDISTRICT — A free, festive showcase ofarts and entertainment.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustLocations throughout the Cultural District5:30–10 p.m. / FREE and open to the public

JANE LYNCH SINGS THE GREATAMERICAN SONGBOOK (plus oneGuatemalan love song) with thePittsburgh Symphony Orchestra — TV superstar Jane Lynch joins thePittsburgh Symphony for a fun-filledevening, performing the classics from the American Songbook (plus oneGuatemalan love song).Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $35

STARMAKERS DANCEINTENSIVE — StarMakers is atwo-week intensive structured tobe artistically challenging while

fostering the greatest level of individualartistic development. Participants areimmersed in a curriculum designed toprovide a rigorous course of study withdynamic teaching artists to guide andnurture their abilities. Performance onSaturday, July 22 at 1 p.m. No auditionrequired. Ages 8–12. Artist educator: Greer Reed.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustTrust Arts Education Center, 805–807 Liberty Ave.9 a.m. / $150; $125 sibling discountCamp runs July 10–22Registration required at TrustArts.org/Education

IDINA MENZEL — Tony Award-winning icon Idina Menzel has a diverse career that traversesstage, film, television and

music, from Elsa in Disney’s global boxoffice smash Frozen to Broadway with her Tony Award-winning performance as Elphaba in Wicked, and her Tony-nominated role as Maureen in the PulitzerPrize-winning Rent. Live NationHeinz Hall / 8 p.m. Tickets start at $65

#IMOMSOHARD — There’s no one making moms feel asuncomfortably normal asKristin Hensley and Jen

Smedley, the hilarious oh-so-real womenbehind #IMOMSOHARD. With more than675,000 Facebook fans, and more than 55 million views of their web series, Jenand Kristin’s blend of honesty and humoris sure to deliver the kind of straight talkyou can only get from discussing bodyhair in the kids’ playroom while sippingmimosas.Mills EntertainmentByham Theater / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $39.75

PNC Pops: THE MUSIC OF JOHN WILLIAMS —Lawrence Loh, conductor. The music of John Williams has

transported us beyond our imagination.To new worlds. Through heart-poundingadventures. Be there as the PittsburghSymphony Orchestra performs all of your John Williams favorites: Superman,Raiders of the Lost Ark, Harry Potter,Star Wars, and including music from theblockbuster The Force Awakens.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / Tickets start at $24n Also July 15 & 16

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CLO HOT METAL MUSICALS(SONGWRITERS SHOWCASE)— Featuring songs by memberwriters, composers and lyricists

developing full musical theater works,along with a spattering of stand-alonesongs and work by guest artists with ties toPittsburgh. Meet-and-greet reception withartists and performers will follow theshowcase. Pittsburgh CLO in association with Musical Theatre Artists of Pittsburgh (MTAP)Cabaret at Theater Square / 7:15 p.m. FREE and open to the public

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DISNEY’S NEWSIES — Extra, extra— it’s a Pittsburgh CLO premierehot off the press! They delivered the papers, until they made the

headlines! Based on the real-life NewsboyStrike of 1899, Newsies is the story ofrebellious newsboys across NYC who strike for what’s right. Winning Tony Awards forbest score and best choreography, Newsiesis a high-energy eruption of song and dance. Pittsburgh CLOBenedum Center / Tickets start at $25.75n Also July 19–23

A NIGHT OF SYMPHONIC HIP HOP FEATURING COMMON and the Pittsburgh SymphonyOrchestra — Grammy, Oscar and

Golden Globe-winning Chicago rapper, actor,film producer, activist and poet, Commonjoins the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra forone night only!Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $45

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GREEN ARTISTS & WRITERSCAMP — In this exciting week ofinterdisciplinary learning, artmaking and writing, we will be

doing our little part to save the Earth. Inthe mornings, students will try their handat fiction and poetry and find new storiesand inspirations. In the afternoons, we will sculpt, weave, paint and print usingrecyclables from everyday life incombination with traditional art materials.Ages 8–12. Artist educators: Julie Albrightand Alison K. Babusci.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustTrust Arts Education Center, 805–807 Liberty Avenue9 a.m. / $150; $125 Sibling DiscountCamp runs July 24–28SOLD OUT

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MAMMA MIA! — “ABBA-solutely fabulous!” —Daily Mail. On the eve of herwedding, a daughter’s quest to

discover the identity of her father bringsthree men back from her mother’s past.ABBA’s timeless songs infuse thisenchanting tale of family, friendship andlove, with nonstop laughs and high-energy dance numbers that makeMamma Mia! a smash hit. Pittsburgh CLOBenedum Center / Tickets start at $25.75n Also July 29–30; Aug. 1–6

SHOW TUNE SATURDAYNIGHT — Join Pittsburgh CLOfor a FREE open mike nightdesigned for those who love

musicals! Ages 21+.Pittsburgh CLOCabaret at Theater Square / 10 p.m. / FREE

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CLASSICAL MYSTERY TOURWITH THE PITTSBURGHSYMPHONY ORCHESTRA —Martin Herman, conductor.

Experience the classic songs of John, Paul,George and Ringo LIVE, backed by thePittsburgh Symphony Orchestra! The firsthalf of the concert celebrates the 50thanniversary of the “Sgt. Pepper’s LonelyHearts Club Band” album by performing itin its entirety, and the second half willshowcase The Beatles’ greatest hits!Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $29

JOHNNY MATHIS WITH THEPITTSBURGH SYMPHONYORCHESTRA — A sublimevocalist, Johnny Mathis has

performed songs in a variety of styles —from stage and film to golden era jazzstandards, and contemporary pop hits, all of which has assured his reputation as one of the most enduring vocalists inmusic history.Pittsburgh Symphony OrchestraHeinz Hall / 8 p.m. / Tickets start at $39

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BRING IT! LIVE — The 2016tour left audiences breathless,and now the Dolls are back inaction for summer 2017 with

Bring It! LIVE. From Jackson, Miss., thelegendary Coach D and her team ofDancing Dolls will once again giveaudiences an unforgettable experiencejam-packed with new high-energy danceroutines, audience interaction and moreexclusive “behind the scenes” insights on their favorite show.Mills EntertainmentHeinz Hall / 7:30 p.m. / Tickets start at $37

CLO LATE NIGHT MAMMAMIA KARAOKE — “Does YourMother Know” what you’re upto post show? Great news —

we won’t tell! Break out your disco shoesand release your inner Dancing Queen atthe CLO Cabaret! We’ll be hosting akaraoke night where you can show offyour ABBA-solutely fabulous voice!The “Winner Takes It All!”Pittsburgh CLOCabaret at Theater Square / 10:30 p.m. FREE to enter after the show / For Group tickets, please contactPittsburgh CLO’s Group Salesdepartment at 412-325-1582 [email protected]

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET— A twist of fate brought theworld one of the greatest jamsessions ever! On Dec. 4, 1956,

rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley, JohnnyCash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkinsconverged for an unexpected recordingsession in Memphis, Tenn. Million DollarQuartet takes you behind the music ofthis monumental night with an explosivecelebration of legendary rock ‘n’ roll hits. Pittsburgh CLOBenedum Center / Tickets start at $25.75n Also Aug. 9–13

Multiple ChoiceAudio/Visual: KAKI KING —Composer and guitarist Kaki King has been hailed by

Rolling Stone as “a genre unto herself.”Over the past 13 years, the Brooklyn-based artist has released eightextraordinarily diverse and distinctivealbums. King’s groundbreaking newmultimedia performance usesprojection mapping to present theguitar as an ontological tabula rasa in a creation myth unlike any other. Or, join us a 9 p.m. for an A/V partyfeaturing an installation by Ian Brill.All ages.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustAugust Wilson Center / 8 p.m. / Show &party $25; Party only $5 in advance, $10 atthe door

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CRAFT BEER SCHOOL6:15 p.m. / $29.75 includes presentation, beer samplings and light farePittsburgh Cultural Trust

n June 20: Summer Refresher Course 17 — Your ticket includes a sampling of refreshing summerbeers chosen by presenter Tony Knipling of VecenieDistributing, light appetizer fare, Q&A session andgreat door prizes. Specifically designed for those craftbeer lovers who have not had an opportunity toattend a Craft Beer School class due to ticket demand.

IMPROV COMEDY JAMSelect Thursdays / 10 p.m. One-night-only teams of the city’s bestimprovisers create comedy based onaudience suggestions.$3 admission or FREE with ticket stub.*

SALSA FRIDAYSFridays / 10 p.m. / 21+Dancing to local DJs 10 p.m.–1:30 a.m. $5–$10 admission or FREE with ticket stub.*

LATE NIGHT CABARET21+ / Select Saturdays / 10 p.m.$5–$10 admission or FREE with ticket stub.*Visit TrustArts.org for current information.

BACKSTAGE BARLive music / No Cover / Smoke-free Doors open: Tue.–Fri. 5 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. 12 p.m.412-325-6769 / backstagebar.com

BNY MELLON JAZZ PRESENTS JAZZLIVE — Enjoy FREE live music performed by the region’sfinest jazz talent outdoors every Tuesday evening atAgnes R. Katz Plaza during the summer months. In theevent of rain, performances are held inside at theBackstage Bar at Theater Square.Pittsburgh Cultural Trust5–7 p.m. / FREE and open to the public

MISS ABIGAIL’S GUIDE TO DATING, MATING,& MARRIAGE — Dr. Ruth meets Emily Post inthis raucous comedy! Join a live session with MissAbigail, the most sought-after relationship expertto the stars, and her sexy sidekick Paco! They’llanswer your relationship questions, including:how to perfect your kiss, what you should andshould not talk about on a date and much more. Pittsburgh CLOCabaret at Theater SquareThrough Aug. 13Wed.–Sat. 7:30 p.m.; Sat., Sun. 2 p.m.; select Thu. 1 p.m.Tickets start at $38.75

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n August 1: Stevie Wellonsn August 8: Cliff Barnesn August 15: George Heid IIIn August 22: Jevon Rushton n August 29: Kevin Howard

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HARRIS THEATER —Pittsburgh Filmmakersscreens independent,foreign and classic films.For showtimes, visit theaters.pittsburgharts.orgor call 412-682-4111.809 Liberty Avenue

ARCADE COMEDY THEATER —Downtown’s destination for all thingscomedy features six shows everyweekend — stand-up, improv, sketchcomedy and variety acts — in anintimate, 75-seat space. With a BYOBpolicy and pinball machine in the lobby,Arcade is affordable fun. Get in on theaction — improv, sketch and stand-upclasses offered every eight weeks. For showtimes, visit arcadecomedytheater.comor call 412-339-0608.811 Liberty Avenue / Tickets start at $7

ONGOINGAugust 4–26(IE) IMMERSIVE ENCOUNTERThese intimate, personal, sensory-based theatrical experiences arepresented in bite-sized portions —designed to awaken, challengeand place the audience at thecenter of the performance. Bricolage Production Company 937 Liberty Avenue / $15


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

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ROBOTLAB — Starting with the OldTestament and the books of Moses, “bios [bible]” produces within nine monthscontinuously the whole book. All 66 booksof the Bible are written on rolls and thenretained and presented in the library of theinstallation. In “the big picture,” an industryrobot draws a Martian landscape—with buta single line, taking months.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustThrough Sept. 3

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

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NON-PUNK PITTSBURGH — Curators: Dennis Childers and Larry Rippel.Photography, film, art, music and words by:Kevin Brunelle, Stephanie Beroes, DennisChilders, Tom Jefferson, Janet (Jan)McGough, Scott Mervis, Karl Mullen, MarthaRial, Larry Rippel, Stacy Weiss, Harriet Stein,Steve Sciulli, Bruce Tovsky, Lorraine Vullo,Bill Wade, Tracy Wuischpard, A.T.S., ActualSize, The Five, Cardboards, Carsickness,DaShunts, Dress Up As Natives, Gates ofWrath, No Shelter, Moist. An exhibition ofphotographs, music, video andmemorabilia from the music scene in thelate ’70s and early ’80s. A retrospective ofthe music and arts during the fall of theindustrial revolution opening the door forthe vibrant arts community Pittsburgh hastoday. Happy Hour Jam Sessions will beheld from 6–9 p.m. every Friday of theexhibition; June 2 special late night sessionfrom 10 p.m.–midnight. Open jam sessionsduring the exhibition to be announced onthe Non-Punk Pittsburgh Facebook page.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustThrough June 18

WALL PAINTINGS — Guest curator: Robert Raczka. Twelve artists will eachcreate a large painting directly on the wallsof the gallery using standard house paint.This will be a live art event with the artistsworking in the gallery throughout the dayof the Gallery Crawl. The gallery will beopen to the public during the day,culminating in an evening receptionduring which the artists will completetheir paintings.Pittsburgh Cultural TrustJuly 7–Sept. 3

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707 & 709 PennGalleries707 & 709 Penn Ave. // WED, THU: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.


Steve Prince: COMMUNALRESURRECTION: THE SOUL OF ACOMMUNITY — The CommunalResurrection exhibit chronicles theprogression of black music from the fields tohip-hop. The series reveals how the musicmade from the wealth that they had, becamea balm for people whose names, culture andGods were under siege through the stultifyingsystem of American capitalism. Each imageis laden with symbolism to craft a narrativeof resistance, survival and creativity in theface of hegemony. Communal Resurrectionis America’s story of how a people made a way out of no way and transformed the world with a sound that could not be silenced! Pittsburgh Cultural TrustThrough June 18 (shows at both 707 and 709)

BODY IN THE LANDSCAPE OF THE MIND: Angela Biederman — Ceramic, clay and mixed-media sculpturesreferencing the body and mind depictpersonal and natural landscapes, and the internal and external self. Pittsburgh Cultural TrustJuly 7–Aug. 27 (707 only)Artist talk: July 28, 6 p.m.

THIS ISN’T ABOUT YOU: Natasha Neira— An immersive bedroom scene with talkingfurniture and a ringing phone that turnspatrons into voyeurs as they sift throughbelongings during a period of heartbreakand uncertainty. Pittsburgh Cultural TrustJuly 7–Aug. 27 (709 only)Artist talk: July 21, 6 p.m.

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Future Tenant 819 Penn Ave. // futuretenant.orgTHU, FRI: 4–8 p.m. / SAT: 12–8 p.m. / SUN: 1–6 p.m.

CROSS-EYED AND PAINLESS:EXPLORING MYTH IN THE DIGITALCOLOR FIELD — Artist and Curator: Patrick Schmidt. Paintings and installationsmanipulate patterns, shapes, lines andvibrant colors, creating an interactiveexploration of identity within the digital age.Through June 18

NIGHT FEVER — Curator: Emily Colucci July 7–Aug. 20

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The Lantern600 Liberty Ave. // WED, THU: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.


COSMIC DESIGN: Shanthi Chandrasekar— Cosmic Design is an outcome offascination for the unknown, be it thejourneys of the subatomic particles or themapping of black holes. This multimedia artexplores various scientific conceptsalongside imaginative spinoffs.June 2–July 2

SOMETIMES I JUST DON’T KNOW HOWTO BE IN THE WORLD: John Pena —Through a series of three-dimensional wordballoons, audiences will be encouraged tophysically navigate the space of the galleryin order to investigate the individualsentiments written on each object. For moreinformation, visit www.johnpena.net andwww.dailygeology.com. July 7–Aug. 31

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