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The Chainsmokers light up PPG Paints Arena with flames, giant ‘Globe of Death’Video
The Chainsmokers lit up Pittsburgh with a high-octane show Friday night that included actual flames, daredevil stunts and a so-called “Globe of Death” that descended onto the stage at PPG Paints Arena amid throngs of fans jumping to the Grammy-winning EDM pair’s beats. View this post on Instagram Ah so...
Shepard Smith leaves Fox News Channel
NEW YORK — Shepard Smith, whose newscast on Fox News Channel seemed increasingly an outlier on an outlet dominated by supporters of President Trump, abruptly quit after signing off his final newscast on Friday. Smith, who had signed a contract extension last spring, said that he had asked the network...
Allegheny County schools offered chance to produce a Disney musical
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has been awarded a grant to bring the Disney Musicals in Schools program to Allegheny County. The program, developed by Disney Theatrical Group to create theater programs in elementary schools with limited resources to do so, will be spearheaded by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust’s arts education...
Jeff Dunham’s irreverent puppet troupe coming to PittsburghVideo
Comedian-ventriloquist Jeff Dunham and his merry band of irreverent cohorts, Peanut, Walter, José Jalapeño, Bubba J. and Achmed the Dead Terrorist, will make a Dec. 31 stop at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, as part of the “Jeff Dunham: Seriously!?” tour. Tickets are on sale at jeffdunham.com. The tour, which...
Franklin Regional students balance gore, goofiness with production of ‘Dracula’Video
Franklin Regional Thespians Club students are working to strike a fine balance between the hard-R frights of Francis Ford Coppola’s vision of Dracula and the occasional unintentional camp of the original Bela Lugosi film. It’s not always possible, according to director Richard Sunny. “There are some parts of the script...
Sweater sleeves transform into colorful, autumn gourds
Crafters can make use of sweaters’ empty arms and create colorful, seasonal pumpkins at an upcoming workshop at the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art Ligonier Valley. Mary Clark of Southwest Greensburg, a museum auxiliary member, will host “Pumpkin Palooza” from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 26 at the museum, 1...
Iconic and timeless: Katharine Hepburn fashions at The Frick PittsburghVideo
How is Katharine Hepburn — an actress born more than 100 years ago, whose film heyday was in the mid-20th century — still relevant? “Katharine Hepburn: Dressed for Stage and Screen,” opening Oct. 19 at The Frick Pittsburgh, will include 37 designer creations from Hepburn’s iconic career, while also revealing...
5 things to do in and around Westmoreland this weekend: Oct. 11-13
Hang in there, weekend warriors. Your time is nigh, and the options for cramming fun into the next couple of days are numerous. Throughout Westmoreland County (and slightly beyond), join the throngs to watch parades, wander through a pumpkin patch, shop for antiques and collectibles and check out a cabaret....
Carnegie Science Center to host ‘Sensory-Sensitive Day’ for people with autism
The Carnegie Science Center later this month will host a “Sensory-Sensitive Day” for children and adults who have autism. The event take place Oct. 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Several science center exhibits will be modified to make it easier for people with sensory sensitivities to enjoy them,...
Plenty of art shows coming to Murrysville this fall
Art enthusiasts will have more than enough places to go in Murrysville during the next month, with art shows and standing exhibits all over the municipality. On Oct. 18 and 19, the Murrysville Woman’s Club will sponsor its annual art show at Redstone Highlands. It will run from 10 a.m....
Cuba Gooding Jr. faces new charge in NYC sex misconduct case
Cuba Gooding Jr. learned on Thursday that he’s facing a new undisclosed charge in his sexual misconduct case, a development that came as jury selection was set to begin for his trial. At a court hearing in Manhattan, Assistant District Attorney Jenna Long revealed the charge is contained in a...
Aaron Paul: ‘El Camino’ answers ‘What happened to Jesse?’Video
Aaron Paul’s character in the popular series “Breaking Bad” was supposed to get killed off at the end of the first season. But producers had a change of heart after witnessing the strong chemistry between his Jesse Pinkman character and Bryan Cranston’s Walter White in a pilot. The decision to...
Another crash slows traffic on I-83 in Dauphin County
A multiple-vehicle crash on Interstate 83 in Dauphin County has brought traffic to a crawl. The crash happened in the northbound lanes near Exit 51A (I-81 SOUTH / US 322 WEST - CARLISLE / LEWISTOWN), according to 511PA. Heavy and stop-and-go traffic is reported along the northbound lanes. Another crash...
Georgia mall featured in ‘Stranger Things’ to go up for saleVideo
DULUTH, Ga. — Most of the Georgia mall heavily featured in the latest season of Netflix’s “Stranger Things” is going up for sale. News outlets report Moonbeam Capital Partners is ready to sell its portion of the long-struggling Gwinnett Place Mall, which has been so empty that a body went...
Good Grief: Owners of Charlie Brown song sue DollywoodVideo
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The copyright owners of the “Charlie Brown Christmas” theme song have sued Dollywood in federal court for copyright infringement. News outlets report the complaint says the East Tennessee theme park named for country star Dolly Parton has used the song without permission in live Christmas performances since...
Review: Even two Will Smiths can’t save lifeless ‘Gemini Man’Video
Will Smith is usually an asset for a movie. He’s the kind of true movie star whose charisma can elevate even the most mediocre material. You’d think then that it would be a good thing to have not just one, but two, Will Smiths in a movie if you can....
Olga Tokarczuk, Peter Handke win Nobel literature prizes
STOCKHOLM — Polish novelist Olga Tokarczuk and Austrian writer Peter Handke won the 2018 and 2019 Nobel Prizes for literature on Thursday, a rare double announcement that came after no prize was announced last year due to sex abuse allegations that tarnished the group awarding the prizes. The Swedish Academy...
Jason Momoa to film Netflix thriller in Pittsburgh this fall
Jason Momoa will be in Pittsburgh this fall to film the Netflix thriller, “Sweet Girl,” with filming reported to begin in November. “We are thrilled to welcome Netflix back to southwestern Pennsylvania, and we can’t wait for them to get started,” said Dawn Keezer, director of the Pittsburgh Film Office....
Why Netflix’s ‘Rhythm + Flow’ is huge for hip-hop, and Cardi B is the new Simon Cowell
Like many viewers during the height of “American Idol” fever over a decade ago, Cardi B was glued to the TV, imagining what kind of judge she would be if tasked with critiquing aspiring performers. “Everybody always wanted to be a judge on one of those judgey shows. You see...
Rape accusations against Lauer ensnares NBC managementVideo
NEW YORK — Two years after Matt Lauer was abruptly fired by NBC News for sexual misconduct, more questions are emerging about the former “Today” show host’s behavior and whether bosses looked the other way at problems involving one of the network’s biggest stars. A new book by Ronan Farrow,...
Entertainment planner: Oct. 10-23
Thursday Oct. 10 “Catapult: The Amazing Magic of Shadow and Dance,” Byham Theater, Pittsburgh. 412-456-6666 or trustarts.org Friday Oct. 11 Fort Ligonier Days, Fort Ligonier and various borough sites. Through Oct. 13. 724-238-4200 or fortligonierdays.com Meeting of the Marked — Tattoo, History & Arts Expo, Monroeville Convention Center and DoubleTree...
Pittsburgh Opera’s ‘Don Giovanni’ still relevant today
Even timeless stories can be extra-relevant sometimes, and now is one of those times for the great opera “Don Giovanni.” It was written in 1787 but its story could have been ripped from today’s headlines. It is about a sexual predator brought to justice by his victims, a plot created...
‘Sesame Street’ reveals new muppet’s mom has opioid addiction
NEW YORK — “Sesame Street” is taking a new step to try to help kids navigate life in America — it’s tackling the opioid crisis. Sesame Workshop is exploring the backstory of Karli, a bright green, yellow-haired friend of Elmo’s whose mother is battling addiction. The initiative is part of...
In new book, woman accuses former ‘Today’ show anchor Matt Lauer of rape
A woman who worked with NBC at the Sochi Olympics claims she was raped by former anchor Matt Lauer at a hotel there, an encounter the former “Today” show host says was consensual. Brooke Nevils makes her claim in Ronan Farrow’s book, “Catch and Kill,” a copy of which was...
Andrew Ridgeley looks back with fondness at George MichaelVideo
Long before he was a music icon in skintight jeans, leather jacket and designer stubble, George Michael was something else — awkward, chubby and insecure. He even went by the very unhip nickname Yog. A loving portrait of a young, striving Michael is offered in a new book by his...
