TONIGHT: Soprano Alexandra Loutsion chats about approaching the title role in Pittsburgh Opera’s TURANDOT, channeling Maria Callas, and the long lineage of famous Canonsburg vocalists! See Pittsburgh Opera’s production of Puccini’s TURANDOT, directed by Renaud Doucet, conducted by Antony Walker, performing at the Benedum Center March 25, 28, 31, and April 2, 2017. Tickets and more information at www.pittsburghopera.org. ‘Burgh Vivant films weekly at Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh. Continue reading “ALEXANDRA LOUTSION – Soprano, Pittsburgh Opera”
Lonnie the Theatre takes us to 1984: the show, produced by Prime Stage Theatre, adapted from the novel by George Orwell, directed by Richard Keitel, playing at the New Hazlett Theater through March 12, 2017 – and the year 1984 as she recounts her nights at some of the hottest now-defunct Pittsburgh dance clubs of the ’80’s Where were YOU in 1984? For tickets and more information, visit www.primestage.com. ‘Burgh Vivant films weekly at Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh. Continue reading “Review: 1984, Prime Stage Theatre”
“A raucous comedy turned tragic” – Lonnie the Theatre Lady is back tonight to talk about the Pittsburgh Playhouse Conservatory Theatre Company’s production of BIG LOVE, written by Charles L. Mee, directed by Reginald Douglas, performing through March 12th, 2017. For tickets and more information, visit www.pittsburghplayhouse.com Continue reading “Review: BIG LOVE – Pittsburgh Playhouse Conservatory Company”
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In case you missed it: Nick Mitchell stops by ‘Burgh Vivant for a martini and to share his thoughts on Carnegie Mellon School of Drama’s sold out production of RAGTIME, directed and choreographed by Tomé Cousin. For more information on the production, visit www.drama.cmu.edu. ‘Burgh Vivant films weekly at Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh.
TONIGHT: Bricolage Production Company’s Producing Artistic Director Tami Dixon invites you to get on the BUS (aka Bricolage Urban Scrawl), Bricolage’s annual fundraiser taking place March 11, 2017, and best described as “a daring exposé of Pittsburgh’s most adventurous artists.” Get an inside look at the event, hear some of the most memorable moments in BUS history, and get your tickets at www.bricolagepgh.org. ‘Burgh Vivant films weekly at Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh.
TONIGHT: Bricolage Producing Artistic Director Tami Dixon talks post-Oscar buzz, the benefits of not owning a television set, and her ultimate celebrity crush. PLUS: Tami gives us her best Nicholson impression! Listen to “The Full Martini” – the complete interview in audio podcast for more on Bricolage and the upcoming B.U.S project. ‘Burgh Vivant films weekly at Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh.
Host Brian Edward and Mike “Buzz” Buzzelli get together for a martini and recall Quantum Theatre’s annual Q Ball event which took place February 25th, 2017 at the Union Trust building, downtown Pittsburgh. In case you missed it, here’s what happened! ‘Burgh Vivant films weekly at Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh. Continue reading “Quantum Theatre’s QBall 2017 – So here’s what happened”
University of Pittsburgh Teaching Artist Ricardo Vila-Roger discusses the difficult conversations presented in his upcoming production of BALTIMORE. Catch the performance March 29th through April 9th, 2017 and PETER AND THE STARCATCHER March 30th through April 9th at the University of Pittsburgh Stages. For tickets and more information, visit play.pitt.edu, and listen to “The Full Martini” – the complete interview in audio podcast. ‘Burgh Vivant films weekly at Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh.
In December 2016, The University of Pittsburgh hosted a town hall to discuss the matter of equitable casting across Pittsburgh’s vibrant theatrical landscape. Teaching Artist and town hall organizer Ricardo Vila-Roger discusses the challenges and possible solutions for improving racial equality on stage and screen. Listen to “The Full Martini” – the complete interview in audio podcast, and watch ‘Burgh Vivant, filming weekly at Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh.
University of Pittsburgh Teaching Artist Ricardo Vila-Roger and host Brian Edward weigh in on super hero films (the good, the bad, and the Ryan Reynolds GREEN LANTERN), the rationality of BATMAN, and irrationality of GOTHAM. Listen to “The Full Martini” – the complete interview in audio podcast, and watch ‘Burgh Vivant, filming weekly at Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh.
