“Sit down, have a drink, let’s talk.” The heart of ‘Burgh Vivant is its candid and off-beat interviews with the people who contribute to make this city truly unique. Artists, cultural leaders, entrepreneurs, and news-makers let their hair down over cocktails with host Brian Edward for an entertaining and informative look into what’s happening in Pittsburgh. No subject is sacred, no secret is safe! See the video highlights here, or follow the links to “The Full Martini;” unedited and uncensored podcasts of each interview in its glorious entirety.
TONIGHT: the dynamic and hilarious Becki Toth talks about her upcoming role in Front Porch Theatricals’ A NEW BRAIN, accordion lessons, and growing up farm-style. See A NEW BRAIN May 18 through 27 at the New Hazlett theater. For tickets and more information, visit www.frontporchpgh.com Continue reading “BECKI TOTH – Actor, Vocalist, Educator”
TONIGHT: Soprano, Shannon Jennings on her role as Giannetta in Pittsburgh Opera’s production of Gaetano Donizetti’s ELIXIR OF LOVE. Just what is this intriguing elixir? What’s in it? And what would you put in yours? This and more tonight on ‘Burgh Vivant! See Pittsburgh Opera’s ELIXIR OF LOVE, April 21, 24, 27 and 29, 2018 at Benedum Center. For tickets and more information, visit www.pittsburghopera.org Continue reading “SHANNON JENNINGS – Soprano, Pittsburgh Opera”
Ahoy! Tonight, ‘Burgh Vivant is with Tenor Sean Panikkar on the set of Pittsburgh Opera’s production of MOBY DICK, by Jake Heggie and Gene Scheer, performing March 17, 20, 23 & 25, 2018. For tickets and more information, visit www.pittsburghopera.org Continue reading “SEAN PANIKKAR – Tenor, Pittsburgh Opera”
David Whalen, one of Pittsburgh’s most beloved stage performers, returns to the Steel City to portray a character he’s come to know very well: Sherlock Holmes. See David play the great detective once again in HOLMES AND WATSON, by Jeffrey Hatcher, directed by Andrew Paul, performing at the New Hazlett Theater through March 3rd, 2018. For tickets and more information, visit www.kinetictheatre.org Continue reading “DAVID WHALEN – Actor, HOLMES AND WATSON, Kinetic Theatre”
TONIGHT: Tenor Eric Ferring talks about his role in the world premiere of the daring new opera ASHES & SNOW, by Douglas J. Cuomo, directed by Jonathan Moore, at Pittsburgh Opera for four performances only: February 17th, 20th, 23rd, and 25th. For tickets and more information, visit www.pittsburghopera.org. Continue reading “ERIC FERRING – Tenor, ASHES & SNOW, Pittsburgh Opera”
TONIGHT: Actor Keith Randolph Smith, currently starring in THE ABSOLUTE BRIGHTNESS OF LEONARD PELKEY by James Lecesne, extended through February 25th, 2018 at the City Theatre! For tickets and more information, visit www.citytheatrecompany.org Continue reading “KEITH RANDOLPH SMITH – Actor”
What’s it take to mount a world premiere musical? Kristin Bair and Kevin Hammonds know. Get the scoop here! UP AND AWAY premieres January 25th, 2018 and runs through April 15th at the CLO Cabaret. Tickets and more information available at www.clocabaret.com. Continue reading “KRISTIN BAIR and KEVIN HAMMONDS – UP AND AWAY, the new musical”
TONIGHT: get to know Liz Berlin, co-owner of Mr. Smalls Theatre, and member of the band Rusted Root! All topics are on the table, including Snoop Dogg, how the theatre got its name, and the upcoming Social Justice Disco on December 14th, 2017. Also, how do you desanctify a church? All this and more tonight on ‘Burgh Vivant! Visit Mr Smalls Theatre at www.mrsmalls.com . For tickets and more information on Dec. 14th’s Social Justice Disco, click here: http://ticketf.ly/2BJ6JXa Continue reading “LIZ BERLIN – Co-Owner, Mr. Smalls Theatre”
This January, two Pittsburgh musical giants collide: Mr. Smalls Theatre and The Mendelssohn Choir! Liz Berlin, Co-Owner of Mr. Smalls (which typically hosts the likes of Snoop Dogg and Pittsburgh’s own cosmic Jazz Chanteuse, Phat Man Dee), chats about the Choir’s upcoming venture into the words and music of legendary folksinger, Bob Dylan. It’s a modern/classic fusion, both in program and venue! Don’t miss this rare opportunity to enjoy The Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh’s presentation of The Music of Bob Dylan, January 25th through 28th, 2018, with composer and conductor Steve Hackman and the Robert Page Music Director of the Mendelssohn Choir Matthew Mehaffey. For tickets and more information, visit www.themendelssohn.org. Continue reading “Liz Berlin: Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh performs at Mr. Smalls”
We’re honored that Santa Claus took time out of his busy yuletide schedule to pay a visit to ‘Burgh Vivant. But are we on his naughty or nice list? All your queries on Cringle will be answered here! AND if you should like to schedule a visit from “the Claus” you can hit him up on Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbeardandbellysanta. Ho-ho-ho and happy holidays! Continue reading “Tonight’s guest: SANTA CLAUS”
