“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 delightful Anna Singer pays a visit to ‘Burgh Vivant in the middle of her run as Mrs. Lovett in SWEENY TODD with Pittsburgh Festival Opera – a production that ‘Burgh Vivant’s Mike “Buzz” Buzzelli calls “beautiful and macabre.” Three performances of Pittsburgh Festival Opera’s SWEENY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET remain: July 15th, 20th, and 22nd, 2017. For tickets and more information, visit www.pittsburghfestivalopera.orgContinue reading “ANNA SINGER – Vocalist, Pittsburgh Festival Opera”
Happy Pride Month, Pittsburgh! Sue Kerr of Pittsburgh Lesbian Correspondents (Best Local Blogger, City Paper Readers Poll 2016) is on the show tonight to talk about the #AMPLIFY project, blog life, and pride in Pittsburgh. Learn more about #AMPLIFY or to participate, visit www.pghlesbian.com. Continue reading “SUE KERR – Pittsburgh Lesbian Correspondents”
TONIGHT: actor Marcus Stevens and host Brian Edward share stories of bygone days, many blessings and lots of laughter over Marcus’ upcoming role as none other than God himself in Pittsburgh Public Theater’s production of AN ACT OF GOD, playing June 1st through July 2nd, directed by Ted Pappas. For tickets and more information, visit www.ppt.org. ‘Burgh Vivant films weekly at Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh. Continue reading “MARCUS STEVENS – Actor”
TONIGHT: Comedian Terry Jones on the release of his new album available at amazon.com and iTunes, celebrity impressions, Batman, being a dad, Bigfoot the Movie, and more! ‘Burgh Vivant films weekly at Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh. Continue reading “TERRY JONES – Comedian”
TONIGHT: the distinguished and charming Christopher Hahn, General Director of Pittsburgh Opera! This evening, he and host Brian Edward share a martini and discuss what an Opera’s General Director actually does, the staying power of opera in Pittsburgh, and the exciting world premiere of Pittsburgh Opera’s THE SUMMER KING, the story of legendary baseball player Josh Gibson, who had some very close ties to Pittsburgh. The performance begins April 29th and runs through May 7th, 2017. For tickets and more information visit www.pittsburghopera.org. ‘Burgh Vivant films weekly at Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh. Continue reading “CHRISTOPHER HAHN – General Director, Pittsburgh Opera”
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CHRISTOPHER HAHN - General Director, Pittsburgh Opera
TONIGHT: legendary playwright Frank Gagliano takes us back to off-Broadway circa 1960 with tales of his time with Edward Albee, John Guare, and the group of writers that revitalized American drama. ALSO – Frank shares his thoughts on Pittsburgh as an incubator for new dramatic works. All this PLUS Eartha Kitt, too! Hear the genesis of his musical FROM THE BODONI COUNTY SONGBOOK ANTHOLOGY – A MUSICAL REVUE (OF SORTS), which will receive a concert reading presented by MTAP (Musical Theater Artists of Pittsburgh) on Monday, April 24th at 7:30pm at Carnegie Stage. The performance is free to attend. Reservations and more information can be found HERE. ‘Burgh Vivant films weekly at Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh. Continue reading “FRANK GAGLIANO – Playwright, Educator”
Direct from City Theatre’s upcoming production of WILD WITH HAPPY: actors Jason Shavers and Monteze Freeland! The ‘Burgh Vivant couch is overflowing with talent as these two Pittsburgh theatre favorites discuss their recent works and the hilarities of working with each other on the City stage. See them in the City Theatre’s WILD WITH HAPPY, written by Colman Domingo, directed by Reginald L. Douglas, performing through May 7th, 2017. For tickets and more information, visit www.citytheatrecompany.org. ‘Burgh Vivant films weekly at Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh. Continue reading “JASON SHAVERS & MONTEZE FREELAND – “Wild With Happy,” City Theatre”
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JASON SHAVERS & MONTEZE FREELAND - "Wild With Happy," City Theatre
From New York to Pittsburgh, Jason Jacobs joins the cocktail conversation on ‘Burgh Vivant and discusses his collaboration with Tomé Cousin in adapting Harriet Beecher Stowe’s novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin for The Conservatory Company of Point Park University’s Pittsburgh Playhouse. See UNCLE TOM’S CABIN OR THE MOST POPULAR AMERICAN PLAY YOU’VE NEVER SEEN April 7th through 16th, 2017. For tickets and more information, visit www.pittsburghplayhouse.com ‘Burgh Vivant films weekly at Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation in beautiful downtown Pittsburgh. Continue reading “JASON JACOBS – Playwright, Director, Teaching Artist”
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JASON JACOBS - Playwright, Director, Teaching Artist
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”
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.
