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The Childrens Museum presents its second year of this exhibit series showcasing interactive art works by four artists who got the chance to make their art “tough” enough to withstand kid handling during a three-month summer residency.
Featured artists are:
Ben Bigelow, Pittsburgh, PA
Interact with a fantastical forest of light that combines 3-D projection, stop-motion animation, sound and interactivity. Through destruction, revelation and regeneration, the fate of this bizarre forest is at your command.
David Butts, Portland, Oregon
David created "Giant," a 10-foot tall puppet kinetic sculpture that children (and adults) can manipulate with levers and cables. "Giant" can turn, nod, grasp and reach out toward the sun, the moon and a star.
Rick Gribenas, Pittsburgh, PA
Rick will present three new pieces that will incorporate custom LEDs, micro-processors, sensors and sound in three separate locations in the Museum. The suite of works will center on the ideas of suspension, floating and the unknown to invoke a quiet sense of wonder in otherwise unnoticed spaces and times in the Museum.
Wendy Osher, Pittsburgh, PA
“Bullies in Our Woods” invites visitors to enter a wooden structure woven with invasive vines and saplings from our city parks. Once inside, sounds of sirens and bird songs, buses and brooks, and a projection of the changing skies above our urban forest offer a memento to stop and think: what are these invasive “bullies” doing in the woods in our city?
Drop off your gently used sweaters in the Children’s Museum lobby for our ninth annual Mister Rogers' Sweater Drive to help warm up the winter for needy families. And join us on Thursday, November 6, at 11:30 am when the drive gets started with a speedy delivery from Mr. McFeely! For more information, call (412) 322-5058, ext. 311. Presented in partnership with the United Way of Allegheny County and the Presbyterian Churches of the Tri-State Area.
Recurring weekly on Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Times: Thursdays and Fridays @ 8:00 p.m., Saturdays @ 5:30 and 9 p.m., Sundays @ 2 p.m.
Phone: (412) 431-2489
Admission: TBD
In a car repair shop in the Louisiana bayou, Ogun Size is a hardworking mechanic. His brother, Oshoosi Size, is just out of jail and happily aimless. When Oshoosi's ex-con buddy Elegba shows up, the Size boys clash in this sharply funny and emotional new play about the bond between brothers.
Times: Nov 20, 2008 1:30 PM; Nov 21, 2008 8:00 PM; Nov 23, 2008 2:30 PM
Location: Heinz Hall
Contact: Box Office
Phone: (412) 392-4900
Admission: $12.50-$78.50
Manfred Honeck, conductor Garrick Ohlsson, piano Ludwig van Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 4 Anton Bruckner: Symphony No. 4 Famed pianist Garrick Ohlsson performs Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4, perhaps the most transcendent of the composer's five piano concertos. The Symphony No. 4 is one of the most popular and moving of Bruckner's nine monumental symphonies.
The Velveteen Rabbit The Enchantment Theatre Company (USA) “When a child loves you for a long, long time...then you become Real,” says the Horse to the Velveteen Rabbit in Margery Williams' much-loved literary classic. Music from the Grammy-nominated Best Musical Album for Children, extraordinary puppets, and masks transform this classic children's story into an unforgettable theatrical experience.Best for ages 3+. 60 minutes.
PittStop Lindy Hop is a weekend-long dance festival celebrating Lindy Hop and other swing dances from the 20s, 30s, and 40s. Every year, PittStop attracts hundreds of dancers from Pittsburgh as well as from across the country and around the world. The weekend kicks off with Pittsburgh's own Boilermaker Jazz Band featuring Jennie Luvv. Led by Paul Cosentino on clarinet, the Boilermakers make the hot sounds of the jazz age come alive and are favorites of swing dancers far and wide. Full details at http://pittstoplindyhop.com
The Velveteen Rabbit The Enchantment Theatre Company (USA) “When a child loves you for a long, long time...then you become Real,” says the Horse to the Velveteen Rabbit in Margery Williams' much-loved literary classic. Music from the Grammy-nominated Best Musical Album for Children, extraordinary puppets, and masks transform this classic children's story into an unforgettable theatrical experience. Best for ages 3+. 60 minutes.
Ambridge HS Choir is once again hosting their annual Holiday Craft Show on November 22nd, and it’s sure to be the biggest year yet! The show will take place in the brand new Ambridge Area HS Lobby, with ample space and great atmosphere for everyone involved. There will be fun activities for children, great items to purchase for anyone (gift shopping done early!), a huge bake sale, and craft goers galore. This is sure to be the biggest year yet. We are still always looking for new vendors to sell their handmade crafts.
The whole family can help build ornate architectural constructions in the Polish traditional art form of szopkas (“shop-kah”), taught by America’s leading expert in this unique folk tradition, David Motak. Colorful Crakow Castles transform simple materials like wood, paper and foil into whimsical folk sculpture, a technique dating back to the Middle Ages and still a revered holiday tradition in Polish culture. No advanced skills needed. The event is free and open to the public, but every child must register with a dedicated adult to participate. Register by calling (412) 322-5058, x201. Castles built during these workshops will be exhibited at the Szopka Exhibition and Holiday Reception on December 13 in the William Pitt Student Union of the University of Pittsburgh.
Since 1986, Doug Varone has been singled out for his expansive choreographic vision, versatility and technical prowess. The New York-based company is prized for its kinetic dexterity, musicality and theatrical instinct. Varone’s work Alchemy is inspired by the Steve Reich score, Daniel Variations, which juxtaposes text from the biblical book of Daniel and the words of slain journalist Daniel Pearl. Alternating between hope and horror, the dance's imagery explores mercy, compassion, and faith in the face of darkness and mirrors the Reich score in its energy and human spirit. Also on the program is the exuberant Lux, which is set to Philip Glass’ The Light.
Jazz Ensemble Concert
Producer: Carnegie Mellon University's College of Fine Arts
NOW Ensemble is a dynamic young group of performers and composers dedicated to making new chamber music for the 21st century. Featuring Alex Sopp on flute, Sara Phillips on clarinet, Mark Dancigers on electric guitar, Michael Mizrahi on piano, and Peter Rosenfeld on double bass, NOW brings a fresh sound and a new perspective to the classical tradition, infused with a blend of musical influences that reflects the diverse backgrounds and listening experiences of its members. Composers Patrick Burke (a Pittsburgh native), Judd Greenstein, and Mark Dancigers contribute works specifically for the ensemble. Since its inception NOW Ensemble has racked up an impressive slate of accomplishments. The group performed as part of the ZOOM: Composers Close Up series at Merkin Hall, and was a guest at the Look & Listen Festival at Chelseaʼs Robert Miller Gallery. NOW has been the featured ensemble at the Carlsbad Music Festival, performed at the Crane Arts Center in Philadelphia, with the Fireworks Ensemble, at the Wave Hill Cultural Center, BAM Café, and for the Bang on a Can Marathon in New Yorkʼs World Financial Center. NOW Ensemble's program for Music on the Edge will highlight Pittsburgh composer Patrick Burke's All Together Now and Awake. Co-founder and co-artistic director of NOW Ensemble, Burke has composed for ensembles such as the Minnesota Orchestra, Pittsburgh New Music Ensemble, and eighth blackbird. NOW's Pittsburgh performance will also include Judd Greenstein's Free Speech Zone, Mark Dancigers' Cloudbank, Missy Mazzoli's Magic With Everyday Objects William Brittelle's Michael Jackson. The concert takes place on Saturday, November 22 at Bellefield Hall Auditorium (315 S. Bellefield Avenue) at 8 p.m. Tickets purchased in advance through ProArts are $10 for general admission and $5 for students and seniors. Call 412-394-3353 or visit www.proartstickets.org. Service fees apply. Tickets at the door are $15 and $8. Pitt students are admitted free with ID. Presented by the University of Pittsburgh Department of Music in the School of Arts and Sciences, Music on the Edge is co-directed by Pitt faculty composers Eric Moe and Mathew Rosenbmlum. The series is devoted to the performance of contemporary music by outstanding visiting artists from around the world.
PittStop Lindy Hop is a weekend-long dance festival celebrating Lindy Hop and other swing dances from the 20s, 30s, and 40s. Every year, PittStop attracts hundreds of dancers from Pittsburgh as well as from across the country and around the world. Our showcase dance features George Gee and the Jump Jivin' Wailers. George Gee got his start in Pittsburgh and we're pleased to bring him and his orchestra back from New York City once again. Known for his energy and his passion for big band swing, George Gee is a showman like no other. He will bring you back to the big band era! Full details at http://pittstoplindyhop.com
Tellebration is a storytelling concert held all over the world on the same evening to celebrate who and what we are, our stories. This year's theme is 3 Rivers, 1000 Bridges, 10000 Stairs and 1 Evening of Stories. We here in Pittsburgh celebrate 250 years of pure Burgh.
Location: Keystone Oaks Middle School and High School
Admission: Other
General Admission Adult: 9.50
General Admission Child: under 2 Free
The Velveteen Rabbit The Enchantment Theatre Company (USA) “When a child loves you for a long, long time...then you become Real,” says the Horse to the Velveteen Rabbit in Margery Williams' much-loved literary classic. Music from the Grammy-nominated Best Musical Album for Children, extraordinary puppets, and masks transform this classic children's story into an unforgettable theatrical experience. Best for ages 3+. 60 minutes.
Rediscover the tombs of the great pharaohs of Egypt, examine the mummification process and its role in ancient Egyptian civilization. The film captures the efforts of modern scientists as they tap valuable information from these uniquely preserved ancient remains.
An IMAX® film filled with majestic views of Switzerland’s natural beauty, The Alps follows the true life story of mountaineer and journalist John Harlin III, who sets out on an epic personal journey to climb the deadly North Face of the Eiger, the stormiest, steepest peak in all of Europe.
A cutting-edge exhibition of visual art will open Friday, September 12, 2008 and run through January 10, 2009 at Fe Arts Gallery in Lawrenceville. This monumental salon-style show celebrates Pittsburgh's 250th birthday by featuring the work of 250 Southwestern Pennsylvania artists. Painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, and fiber arts will be represented, as well as work in less conventional mediums. A full-color, museum-quality catalog documenting the exhibit and the work of all 250 artists featured in "In the Making" will be available for purchase at the gallery and online. This catalog will be distributed to museums and galleries throughout the country showcasing the full scope of important, creative talent in our area so don't miss out! There is no admission fee; all are welcome.
Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Times: Tues-Thurs 10am to 7pm, Fri-Sun 10am - 4pm
Location: Pittsburgh Glass Center
Contact: Pittsburgh Glass Center
Phone: 4123652145x201
Admission: Free
Feminine intuition or instinct? Susan Taylor Glasgow is building a giant glass bird’s nest at Pittsburgh Glass Center. The nest will be the focal point of her newest exhibition “Absence Of Body.” The eight foot bird’s nest will be made up of several hundred glass twigs created by Glasgow and artists from around the world. The center of the nest will hold an empty chair indicating that someone has just left. Surrounding the nest will be five or six additional sewn glass pieces supporting the concept of growth and shelter.
1958 October 4, 2008 – January 11, 2009 It was the year in which American teenage girls said their sad goodbyes as Elvis Pressley was inducted into the U.S. Army; Nikita Krushchev and General Charles De Gaulle became world leaders; The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum opened its doors for the first time; Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Dr. Zhivago topped the bestseller lists; and while the Explorer Satellite was sent into space and the U.S. Supreme Court mandated school integration in Little Rock, Arkansas, America’s kids danced the “Cha Cha”, swirled Hula Hoops around their hips and dressed Barbie. As part of the continuing celebration of the 250th Birthday of the City of Pittsburgh, The Andy Warhol Museum will mount an exhibition titled 1958 which will chronicle the events of that year when Pittsburgh last celebrated a momentous anniversary. The exhibition will be a pop cultural exploration of the trends, both high and low, which mapped out the aspirations and antics of this prime year of the U.S. Baby Boom. Juxtaposing advertizing campaigns from the local billboard company, Lamar Advertizing, with the products and product spiel-meisters of the burgeoning television era like the Popiel Brothers alongside classic movie posters, and memorabilia from the infamous Ford Edsel fiasco, the exhibition will give new insight to the era that was so brilliantly portrayed in the period book, The Man in the Grey Flannel Suit and is now being revived in the current TV series Mad Men. Some never-before-seen works by Andy Warhol from this period will be displayed as well. All of the above will be juxtaposed with a brand new portfolio of photographs by the artist-duo McDermott and McGough entitled “Detroit 1958” which evokes the coming-of-age, dreamy vignettes of the car capital’s upper class teens. This exhibition has been curated by The Warhol’s Director, Tom Sokolowski. Accompanying the exhibition will be a series of films, readings, and lectures.
Back by popular demand, Pittsburgh building facades will once again be transformed into beautiful works of art through state-of-the-art lighting, featuring designs created by both local and international artists. This will be the biggest lighting display of its kind ever seen in the United States and new this year, lighting will serve as a backdrop for performance stages showcasing local talent, creating unique entertainment venues in Downtown and Oakland. Pittsburgh Festival of Lights is powered by Duquesne Light and made possible through generous support of the Richard King Mellon Foundation.
Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Times: 9am-5pm
Location: Manchester Craftsmen's Guild
Contact: Brittany Colatrella
Phone: (412) 322-1773
Admission: Free
From recycled and reclaimed materials to images from popular news media, “Altered Meanings” exhibition explores Cat Chow and Jesse McLean’s complex and compelling styles of repurposing that are sure to change your perspective.
Location: Senator John Heinz Pittsburgh Regional History Center
Phone: (412) 454-6000
Admission: $3.50 - $7.50
Before it was known for steel, Pittsburgh was America's Glass City. Pittsburgh-produced glass has been used in fine tableware for five U.S. presidents, as tiles for the walls of New York City's great tunnels, and in searchlights at the Panama Canal.
Glass: Shattering Notions showcases the beauty, science, utility and technology of Western Pennsylvania glass over the past 200 years. Interactive activities demonstrate what chemicals are used to create glass in various colors, how glass can "bend" light to make objects appear smaller or larger, and much more.
Location: Senator John Heinz Pittsburgh Regional History Center
Phone: (412) 454-6000
Admission: $3.50 - $7.50
This "museum within a museum" captures the Pittsburgh region's evolution and impact as a sports leader over more than a century, from amateur to pro and across the spectrum of sports.
Dive into physics aboard the USS Requin submarine. Discover the science that let 80 sailors live beneath the sea in the U.S. Navy’s first radar picket submarine.
Enjoy the sounds of The Doors, Pink Floyd, Celine Dion and more with live laser shows choreographed with lasers and special effects all blended together on the cosmic backdrop of the Planetarium sky.
Observe the skies over Pittsburgh from the rooftop observatory. Fee is $1.00 per person. No reservations required. For tour times and information, call the SkyWatch Hotline at 412.237.3327.
Location: Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Phone: (412) 622-6914
Admission: $10.00 for adults, $9.00 for seniors and students, and $7.00 for children (2 - $18)
Phipps unveils Tropical Forest: Thailand, a 12,000-square-foot exhibit space filled with tlush plants, indoor waterfalls, towering canopy walk, and so much more!
First and Third Friday Wine Tastings at Dreadnought Wines and Palate Partners. How many times have you stood in a State Store, staring at shelves of wine bottles, wondering ‘will I like it after I buy it?’ For many years Palate Partners and Dreadnought Wines in Pittsburgh's Strip District have been giving wine lovers the opportunity to try specialty wines before buying them at their First and Third Friday Wine Tastings at their store at 2013 Penn Avenue. Folks gather to sample three red and three white wines, carefully selected by owner Mike Gonze, complimented by breads and fine cheeses, and to enjoy the company of other Oenophiliacs Mike Gonze has taught classes for Community College of Allegheny County for over twenty years and created their wine education curriculum. Along with presenting seminars for the local Chapters of the American Wine Society, and the AWS National Conference, Mike frequently presents custom wine seminars for local corporations like Bayer, American Express and First Tier Bank. Mike is a member and on the Board of Riverside Development, Meeting Professionals International (MPI) and Yinz du Vin, a new professional wine group. He is an active member of the Society of Wine Educators and has attended their conferences in Oregon, Seattle and Vancouver. Mike is a frequent visitor to wineries in the US, has visited wineries in the Loire Valley and the Southern Rhone regions of France, and regularly attends tastings sponsored by importers, distributors, the Culinary Institute of America, and boutique wineries. Mike maintains a personal wine cellar with over 1000 bottles specializing in lesser known wines from the US and around the world. Needless to say, Mike knows his wines. And he loves bringing that knowledge to Pittsburghers. After sampling the Dreadnought Wines sampled for the evening, patrons can order the wines they like, and pick them up two business days later (as required by state law). Pittsburgh wine lovers can meet and greet each other at these regular wine tastings twice monthly, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at the Palate Partners/Dreadnought Wines store at 2013 Penn Avenue in the Strip District. The events are open to the public at the cost of only $12.00 per person and no RSVP is necessary. For more information, call (412) 391-8502 or visit www.palatepartners.com Join Our mailing List - Click Here http://www.patronmail.com/pmailweb/PatronSetup?oid=1411
From the Ruhr Valley to the Steel City features 40 works depicting the steel industry in Germany's Ruhr Valley from the Rhineland Industrial Museum in Oberhausen, Germany.
Location: The Cabaret at Theater Square and Backstage Bar
Admission: Free
JazzLive Presented by: The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Trust Education and Community Engagement Department Venue: Backstage Bar 655 Penn Ave., between 6th and 7th Streets EVERY TUESDAY 5-11pm JazzLive is a year-round FREE live jazz series taking place at The Cabaret at Theater Square, Backstage Bar, and Katz Plaza*. Open to the public, this popular Pittsburgh Cultural Trust music series showcases some of the region's finest jazz musicians every Tuesday from 5pm - 11pm in the heart of the Cultural District. *From September to May, all performances take place in the Backstage Bar. In the summer, live jazz moves outdoors to Katz Plaza from 5pm - 7pm and in the Backstage Bar from 7 - 10pm. Dining and drinks are available at the Backstage Bar. Visit pgharts.org or call 412-456-6666 for more info.
Old Economy Village is looking for singers, of all vocal parts, to join the National Historic Landmark site’s choir. The Old Economy Singers, one aspect of the Village’s varied volunteer program, performs music composed or sung by the German communal Harmony Society (1805-1903). The Society built the town of Economy between 1824 and 1827. The music performed is taken from Village’s extensive Harmonist music archives, which contains original manuscripts as well as published secular music of the early nineteenth century. If you are interested in joining the Singers, please contact the choir director, Charles Anderson, for more information or to schedule an audition: (412) 404-8164 or email cfanderson01@comcast.net . “Some knowledge of German is helpful but not essential,” said Anderson. “If you are interested in 19th century America, German culture and music, and have a love of historical performance, you will enjoy being a part of this group.” The choir is part of a larger music program at Old Economy Village which includes the 1830 Orchestra which also performs pieces composed and played by members of the Harmony Society. Instruments are reproductions of those the Harmonists played, some of which survive in the museum’s collections. Music was important to the Harmonists. While much of it was religious in nature, they also collected and performed secular music of their time. The archives also contains some early examples of American printed sheet music, and holds manuscript compositions by early Pittsburgh composers, W. C. Peters (1805-1866) and Charles von Bonnhorst (1776-1884). “Hearing the choir and the orchestra play pieces that have not been performed in over 175 years, in the original Feast Hall setting, is incredibly moving,” said Mary Ann Landis, Site Director. “Music is a universal language, and it transcends time. These performances are a wonderful way for us to connect with the past.” For more information on Old Economy Village, programs and events, please contact the site at (724) 266-4500 or visit its website www.oldeconomyvillage.org.
moxie DaDA welcomes Mr. Huckestein for a second solo exhibit. With his first exhibit two years ago, Mr. Huckestein painted a commentary about political, social and religious current affairs. Since then, Mr. Huckestein has been working on a series of paintings that address the global socio-political landscape. This series has been timed to be unveiled during the week of Election Day, a time of transition here in the United States. Politics and Other Vices artist statement Politics is the practice of government and the managing of public affairs. Throughout history we have had politicians who wanted to manage peoples’ affairs. Some of these politicians meant well, but others had their own agendas. Some of them used any means by which to secure power over the people. Some, such as President Bush and Karl Rove, distort the government’s role to meet their own agenda. Others, like Osama Bin Laden, use religion to obtain control over people. Still others, for example, Kim Jong Il, use brute force and murder as a way to gain power. Over the past 75 years we have seen individuals who have taken control of countries by force. Using the military, and people’s fear, they put themselves into a position of complete control over people’s jobs, their families, and the information that the people can receive. Mao, Stalin, and Castro are all good examples of this type of control. We have also seen individuals use propaganda to create fear against other people’s religious beliefs or ethnic background. We saw it in Germany during Hitler’s reign with the Nazi take over. We have even seen citizen’s rights taken away in this country by the creation of the patriot act, and the wire tapping of private citizens. We should be wary of individuals who are always telling us what we want to hear. We need to be alert to those who try to use our fears of other people to further their agendas. Individuals who distort facts and always take the side that only advances their personal goals need to be seen for what they really are - manipulators. This must be a sign for us as citizens to speak out against these individuals by whatever talents we have, and keep them from getting into a position of power. The paintings I have done for this show express my contempt for people that will do whatever they can to maintain there power over others. Power for the sake of power is a vice, which we must protect ourselves against. We invite you for a free & open to the public reception on Saturday, November 1, 2008 from 6-9 PM.
Drop off your gently used sweaters in the Children’s Museum lobby for our ninth annual Mister Rogers' Sweater Drive to help warm up the winter for needy families. And join us on Thursday, November 6, at 11:30 am when the drive gets started with a speedy delivery from Mr. McFeely! For more information, call (412) 322-5058, ext. 311. Presented in partnership with the United Way of Allegheny County and the Presbyterian Churches of the Tri-State Area.
Location: Senator John Heinz Pittsburgh Regional History Center
This new permanent exhibition traces the impact of Pittsburgh's innovations and inventors, highlighting the region's top contributions to art, industry, education, sports, technology, science and much more.
To launch our Fiftieth Anniversary, The Westmoreland will mount an exhibition celebrating our history as teh repository for southwestern Pennsylvania artists. Dedicated in memory of founding director Dr. Paul A. Chew.
"I paint therefore I am." is an exhibit of oil paintings by Karl Eric Leitzel of Spring Mills, PA. This show will feature recent landscapes and other subjects. Leitzel is a member of International Plein Air Painters and his style shifts between realism and impressionism. The opening reception is Nov. 14 from 7 to 10 pm.
Kickoff the holiday season by taking part in an interactive light installation at Fifth Avenue Place. You light up the Pittsburgh cityscape with LED "throwies" that you assemble and attach by placing or tossing at a model of our city skyline built out of recycled steel. The skyline is transformed throughout the evening to highlight our city’s remarkable industrial history as well as its bright future in sustainability and technology. LuminoCITY is a collaborative project between artist Joe Wos and the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh. For more information about Light Up Night, please visit www.downtownpittsburgh.com.