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The Pittsburgh theater scene thrives no matter the season! Whether you’re into the grand elegance of historical landmarks such as the Benedum, Byham and Heinz Hall, or the outrageous Pittsburgh Improv, there’s surely a show for everyone’s enjoyment!
Check out some of the unforgettable drama, laughs, music and dance taking over the Pittsburgh spotlight this season!
November 2025
- Poinsettias and Pointe Shoes, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Nov 24-25
- Les Misérables, Benedum Center, Nov 25-30
- Christmas with C.S. Lewis, Greer Cabaret Theater, Nov 28-30
December 2025
- “Polar Express” in 3-D, Kamin Science Center, Nov 28-Dec 24
- Mark Milovats’ Christmas Wonderland, Byham Theater, Dec 1
- The Klezmatics, City Winery, Dec 2
- Yippee Ki Yay: The Parody Celebration of Diehard, Greer Cabaret Theater, Dec 2-21
- A Christmas Story: The Play, O’Reilly Theater, Dec 4-12
- Mrs. Bob Cratchit’s Wild Christmas Binge, Little Lake Theatre, Dec 4-21
- Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, Kamin Science Center, Dec 5
- Texture Ballet: “The Nutcracker,” August Wilson Center, Dec 6
- Sensory-Friendly Showing of “Zootopia 2,” The Lindsay Theater, Dec 6
- Nordic Noel: A Handbell Concert, The Frick Pittsburgh, Dec 6
- A Very Yinzer Christmas, Benedum Center, Dec 8
- Handel’s Messiah, Heinz Hall, Dec 9
- Straight No Chaser, Benedum Center, Dec 9
- Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, Benedum Center, Dec 11
- A Celtic Rock Christmas, Velum Fermentation, Dec 11
- Holiday Pops, Heinz Hall, Dec 12-21
- A Musical Christmas Carol, Byham Theater, Dec 13-23
- Holiday Brass Spectacular, Heinz Hall, Dec 16
- A Lyrical Christmas Carol, Gargaro Theater, Dec 17-21
- Christmastime with Trisha Yearwood, Heinz Hall, Dec 18
- Clue, Benedum Center, Dec 30-Jan 4
For more on upcoming Pittsburgh performances in the Downtown neighborhood including Pittsburgh Musical Theater, City of Asylum, Kelly Strayhorn Theater, Liberty Magic, Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Company, Attack Theatre, and New Hazlett Theater, check out our Arts & Culture page!
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15201
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust803 Liberty Ave.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222
Liberty Magic811 Liberty Ave.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222
City Winery1627 Smallman St.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222
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McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania 15136
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15203
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