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Greensburg Art Center plans library exhibition, tropical wine-tasting gala
Greensburg Art Center is partnering with the Greensburg Hempfield Library for an upcoming exhibition from artist Janice Decker. “Picture This at the Library” runs from April 17 through May 29. A reception from 6-8 p.m. May 3 is open to the public. Artists interested in exhibiting for the 2020 season...
‘The Book of Mormon’ makes Pittsburgh stop to spread the messageVideo
In the Broadway musical “The Book of Mormon,” Elder Kevin Price is a young devout missionary that believes if he prays hard enough, he will be sent to spread the Lord’s word where he’s needed most — in Orlando, Fla. Instead, he and fellow Elder Arnold Cunningham are recruited for...
Pittsburgh-area bands rooted in classic rock forge strong connectionsVideo
Tony Zig of North Huntingdon and his friends Frank McCracken and Zak and Joe Harbulak started Steel City Sabbath in September 2017, covering songs by iconic early metal band Black Sabbath. On April 13, less than two years after forming, they’ll play a sold-out show at the Lamp Theatre in...
Netflix launches comedy channel on SiriusXM
NEW YORK — Netflix is launching its first audio venture that will feature the video streaming service’s comedy programming on SiriusXM. The companies on Wednesday announced “Netflix Is A Joke Radio” will feature highlights from such comedians as Chris Rock, Dave Chappelle, Ricky Gervais, Sarah Silverman, Jerry Seinfeld and Wanda...
Latrobe Art Center plans ‘Pretty in Pink’ spring fashion show
“Pretty in Pink” is the theme for Latrobe Art Center’s annual Art of Fashion show, set for 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. April 27 at the Latrobe Country Club in Unity. The event will feature a New York-style fashion show highlighting regional haute couture, sit-down luncheon and shopping for items from these...
Derek Hough brings solo show to Benedum CenterVideo
The last time professional dancer Derek Hough went out on the road with a live show two years ago, he shared the stage with his sister Julianne Hough as part of their 48-city “Move – Beyond – Live on Tour.” This time around, it’s all Derek. The six-time “Dancing with...
James Holzhauer wins over $110K, breaks single-day record on ‘Jeopardy!’Video
James Holzhauer didn’t just want to break the single-day record for “Jeopardy.” He wanted to smash it. And in his own peculiar way, he did not disappoint. Dude is a #Jeopardy legend... he’s a strange cat... but a legend nonetheless. New daily record of $110,914. pic.twitter.com/UX1xASMzsv— Justin Warmoth (@JustinWarmoth) April...
Trailer drops for Addams Family movie with Charlize Theron, Oscar Isaac
Snap, snap. The latest chapter in the Addams Family story is animated. Charlize Theron and Oscar Isaac provide the voices for Morticia and Gomez in MGM’s upcoming tale of America’s creepiest family. I absolutely LOVE being apart of this iconic family. Thank you @meettheaddams for asking me to be your...
Giant game of Clue is coming to PittsburghVideo
For one day, the city will become a giant, interactive game board. CluedUpp was developed in Britain and is coming to Pittsburgh on June 22 under the name Sneaky Finders. Similar to the classic board game, Clue, this crime-solving, murder mystery game puts your team in the roles of detectives...
Saint Vincent College Singers present free ‘Tenebrae’ performance
The Saint Vincent College Singers will present “Tenebrae,” a service of music for Lent and Holy Week, in a performance in the Saint Vincent Basilica Crypt. The 8 p.m. April 10 evening of music and readings will provide a time of reflection and contemplation for the upcoming Holy Week, according...
Alec Baldwin says beating Trump in presidential election would be easy
Alec Baldwin, who has had a second career portraying President Donald Trump on “Saturday Night Live” for over two years, thinks he would beat Trump if he ran for president. Baldwin tweeted Monday, ”If I ran for President, would you vote for me? I won’t ask you for any $....
Extras needed for movie scenes shooting at Steel City Con
Background extras are needed for a movie filming April 14 at Steel City Con. Anyone interested in participating should arrive between 9:30 and 10 a.m. to the convention in the Monroeville Convention Center, where more information will be available. The Crazy Pants Productions film by Mike and Brenda Ankas is...
Bluegrass concert will benefit St. Joseph House of Hospitality
Bluegrass bands from all over Western Pennsylvania will converge in Oakland’s Synod Hall April 26 for the 21st annual bluegrass concert benefit for St. Joseph’s House of Hospitality. The Allegheny Drifters, Echo Valley, Jakob’s Ferry Stragglers, Lonesome Lost & Foggy and Fern Hollow will perform at the 7 p.m. concert...
Taylor Swift donates $113K to Tennessee LGBTQ advocacy group
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Music superstar Taylor Swift says the efforts of a Tennessee LGBTQ advocacy group to fight a handful of contentious bills moving inside the state’s Republican-controlled General Assembly inspired her to make a sizeable donation. According to the Tennessee Equality Project, Swift donated $113,000 to the organization on...
Jackie Evancho celebrates birthday, album release
For Jackie Evancho, the classical-crossover song stylist from Pine in Pittsburgh’s North Hills, this is a week for celebrations. Not only is she in town from New York to observe her 19th birthday on April 9 with her family; she’s also anticipating the April 12 release of her new studio...
Westinghouse Arts Academy ready to cut loose with ‘Footloose’
Mallory Mousseau Grantz admits it took quite a while to pick and finalize a musical for the Westinghouse Arts Academy. But when the decision was made, it’s become quite apparent ever since that “Footloose” was an apt choice. Mousseau Grantz, the director and music director, believes the skill set of...
Pittsburgh Central Catholic, Oakland Catholic take audience to ‘Chicago’ in musical
Nicole Joyce has always admired the work ethic of the students at Pittsburgh Central Catholic, and their ability to embrace the challenge that might come with whatever musical the school is performing. This time around, Central Catholic and Oakland Catholic actors and actresses will perform the high school edition of...
Greater Latrobe students stage Seussian fable of friendship
A host of Dr. Seuss characters will tread the boards in “Seussical JR.,” the spring musical from the Greater Latrobe Junior High theater program, now in its 17th season. Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat (Ben Federico) narrates the story...
Deer Lakes singing, dancing to the strains of ABBA in ‘Mamma Mia’
Deer Lakes High School drama students are preparing to transport the audience to Greece with their performance of “Mamma Mia.” The musical takes place in Greece and tells the story of Sophie and Donna. Sophie is getting married and wants her dad to walk her down the aisle, but has...
Enjoy the classic sounds of the Drifters, Coasters, Platters at Byham TheaterVideo
The Drifters, Cornell Gunter’s Coasters and The Platters. Any one of these rock and roll legends is capable of turning back the clock and generating a jukebox full of classic songs, such as “Under the Boardwalk” (The Drifters), “Yakety Yak,” (The Coasters), “The Great Pretender” (The Platters) and so many...
Valley set to put on colorful ‘Dreamcoat’
Valley High School Drama Club junior Adam Richardson will be making his stage debut in the lead role of Joseph, donning the iconic coat of many colors in the musical in “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” April 11-14 at Valley High School. “I love the coat. I love how...
REO Speedwagon performs at the Palace TheatreVideo
REO Speedwagon kicked off Monday night at the Palace Theatre in Greensburg with “Don’t Let Him Go”. The crowd cheered as they took the stage, and began to quietly sing along with the band....
Actor Seymour Cassel, frequent Cassavetes collaborator, dies
LOS ANGELES — Character actors aren’t often called larger-than-life, but Seymour Cassel, was just that. The live-wire pillar of independent film known for his frequent collaborations with John Cassavetes and Wes Anderson, has died at 84. His daughter, Dilyn Cassel Murphy, said Monday that her father died Sunday surrounded by...
Antwon Rose family to receive proceeds from East Liberty concert
A concert Wednesday to benefit the family of Antwon Rose II will include Atlanta rapper Sa-Roc along with several local musical acts. Organized by 1Hood Media, Unappreciated Management and Voices Against Violence, the concert will be from 7 p.m to 10 p.m. at the Ace Hotel in Pittsburgh’s East Liberty...
Westmoreland Symphony, 100 vocalists to perform ‘Carmina Burana’
The Westmoreland Symphony Orchestra will present Carl Orff’s “Carmina Burana” at 7:30 p.m. April 27 in The Palace Theatre in Greensburg. The full symphony will be joined on stage by more than 100 singers, including the WSO Chamber Singers, Westmoreland Choral Society, Pitt-Greensburg Chorale, Una Voce, children’s choirs and opera...
