A tip o’ the hat and a toot o’ the horn to THE BRASS ROOTS on their inaugural performance at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial on October 18th. Get Matt Murchison’s review here and hear more from The Brass Roots at www.thebrassroots.com Continue reading “Review: THE BRASS ROOTS”
The charming, delightful, legendary mezzo-soprano Mildred Miller Posvar joins us for cocktail hour to discuss her renowned career, her 23 consecutive seasons at The Metropolitan Opera, and her founding of Opera Theater of Pittsburgh. PLUS – Pittsburgh’s got an opera version of “American Idol!” Mildred’s got the info – and you’re invited! Listen to “The Full Martini” – the complete, unedited interview in audio podcast to hear Millie’s “best advice,” adventures in fundraising, the role she considers her greatest accomplishment, reflections on teaching at Carnegie Mellon University, and her touching account of one of our greatest American tragedies. AND – which of these two downs their martini the fastest? The answer may surprise you! Don’t miss the Mildred Miller International Voice Competition!
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‘Burgh Vivant’s Mike “Buzz” Buzzelli reviews Pittsburgh Musical Theater’s A CHORUS LINE, October 2014. Continue reading “Review: A CHORUS LINE, Pittsburgh Musical Theater”
‘Burgh Vivant contributor and die-hard Pittsburgh Pirates fan Nancy Mimless reviews 21, a world premiere musical about the life of baseball legend Roberto Clemente, at the Pittsburgh Playhouse Conservatory Company, playing now through October 26th, 2014. Photos by Jeff Swensen. www.pittsburghplayhouse.com Continue reading “Review: 21, Pittsburgh Playhouse Conservatory Company”
Tonight, Prime Stage Theater’s Producing Artistic Director Wayne Brinda shares his earliest most embarrassing theatrical moment! Plus – an in-depth look at Prime Stage, how it began, and what sets it apart from every other company in Pittsburgh. Listen to “The Full Martini” – the complete, unedited interview in audio podcast to hear more on working with authors and playwrights on adaptations, Prime Stage’s new rehearsal studio, and what stage adapted novel has defiantly eluded Wayne for the company’s 18 years of production. See Prime Stage’s STRANGE CASE OF DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE, October 31 – November 9th. www.primestage.com Continue reading “WAYNE BRINDA – Producing Artistic Director, Prime Stage Theater”
Miss Music Nerd is back on ‘Burgh Vivant tonight to talk about the HEROES AND VILLAINS concert at Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra’s PNC Pops! Learn the compelling history of the score to Hitchcock’s PSYCHO, how old you should be before you see THE OMEN, and how Sheena Easton brought us back to BOND. Plus – a shout-out to George Takei, and Miss Music Nerd’d tips on where to sit at the symphony! Continue reading “Review: HEROES AND VILLAINS, Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, PNC Pops”
Lonnie The Theatre Lady sits down for a large martini on the top of the desk to talk about THE SMALL ROOM AT THE TOP OF THE STAIRS at Off The Wall Theater – its heart-pounding suspense, and a performance she’ll never forget! October 17 through November 1st, 2014. www.insideoffthewall.com Continue reading “Review: THE SMALL ROOM AT THE TOP OF THE STAIRS, Off The Wall Productions”
For one night, on the eve of Halloween, October 30th, PICT Classic Theatre will cast its spell and transform J. Verno Studios into a den of dastardly delights! Dinner, dancing, and “spirits” of all sorts will set the scene as we celebrate our brilliant season and this year’s PICT honorees – emceed by Brian Edward, host of ‘Burgh Vivant, Pittsburgh’s Cultural Talk Magazine! Here in this promo, he and the witches from PICT’s production of MACBETH are preparing a special brew for the big night – don’t miss it! Tickets available at www.picttheatre.org/gala
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Tonight, actor/director Justin Fortunato discusses directing A CHORUS LINE for PMT, founding Carrnivale Theatrics, and his earliest dramatic inspirations! PLUS – listen to “The Full Martini,” the complete, unedited interview in audio podcast, for the best advice Justin’s received on acting, tales of his first directing experience, and what wisdom can be found in a goldfish bowl. See Pittsburgh Musical Theater’s A CHORUS LINE, Oct. 23 through 26, www.pittsburghmusicals.com Continue reading “JUSTIN FORTUNATO – Actor, Director, Pittsburgh Musical Theater”
Whats new at Pittsburgh Musical Theater this season? Executive Artistic Director Colleen Petrucci is joining us for happy hour to tell us all about it! Get the full scoop on the 2014-2015 season here, and at www.pittsburghmusicals.com Continue reading “Preview: Pittsburgh Musical Theater, 2014 – 2015 season”
