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Master Visual Arts exhibition hits Heinz History Center
The Senator John Heinz History Center is opening a new exhibition featuring the work of accomplished local artists. “Master Visual Artists VII: Preserving the Legacy,” opens Dec. 14 and will remain on display in the museum’s Barensfeld Gallery through Sept. 13, 2020. The exhibit is presented in partnership with the...
5 things to do in Westmoreland: Dec. 13-15
It’s beginning to look a lot like … well, a holiday season in full swing. From celebrations of historical traditions, to dance and music, to shopping and helping others, opportunities abound to enjoy oneself and reach out in the spirit of the season. Christmas through the centuries Historic Hanna’s Town,...
Nipsey Hussle honored by girlfriend Lauren London in new Puma campaignVideo
Nipsey Hussle’s legacy will live on. The 33-year-old rapper, who was shot and killed earlier this year, is being honored by his girlfriend, Lauren London, in a new Puma campaign. A promo for the “Forever Stronger” collection — which does not yet have a launch date — dropped Tuesday, showing...
Sinclair Broadcasting drops political commentary by former Trump aide Boris EpshteynVideo
Sinclair Broadcast Group has put an end to airing political commentary segments from former Donald Trump aide Boris Epshteyn and others. The final “must-run” segments end Friday. The move is part of Sinclair’s efforts to shift away from political commentary in favor of investigative reporting, according to NBC News. NBC...
Trailer debuts for Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘In the Heights’ movie musicalVideo
Before “Hamilton,” there was “In the Heights.” It was Lin-Manuel Miranda’s first Broadway musical. And now it’s his first work to get a movie adaptation. The first trailer for the new film was released Thursday. The movie will hit theaters June 26. The story, with music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel...
Review: Eastwood’s ‘Richard Jewell’ becomes a puzzling hatchet jobVideo
“Richard Jewell” is a typically strong late-period Clint Eastwood docudrama that balances grand American themes while captivatingly dramatizing the villainization of the Atlanta Olympics bombing hero, only to needlessly tarnish itself with a wanton and unfounded depiction of a female journalist at the center of the 1996 media storm. Eastwood’s...
Ryan Reynolds says he related to Peloton actress’ plightVideo
Ryan Reynolds says he relates to the social media criticism heaped on the Peloton ad actress. In fact, that feeling led him to hire her for a commercial promoting his gin company. Reynolds spoke Tuesday about the uproar while promoting his new action flick, the Michael Bay-directed “6 Underground.” In...
Entertainment planner: Dec. 12-25
Dec. 12 “Annie,” Geyer Performing Arts Center, Scottdale. Through Dec. 14. 724-887-0887 or geyerpac.com Carnegie Trees and Neapolitan Presepio, annual display of decorated evergreens and 18th-century Italian Nativity scene, Carnegie Museum of Art, Oakland. Through Jan. 6. 412-622-3131 or cmoa.org Wade Cota, with The Jacks, Hard Rock Cafe, Pittsburgh. 412-481-7625...
Straight No Chaser melds holiday tunes into tour stop in PittsburghVideo
Last fall, Straight No Chaser released an album in “One Shot,” that commemorated the 10th anniversary of the a cappella group with a selection of cover songs that related to highlights and special memories from across the history of the group. Although the album is only a year old, Straight...
Sara Evans brings ‘Blue Christmas’ tour to The Palace TheatreVideo
Country music star Sara Evans has a catalogue of chart toppers to choose from when planning her live shows. With two decades of recording behind her, she’s achieved five No. 1 singles, including “No Place That Far,” “Suds in the Bucket,” “A Real Fine Place to Start,” “Born to Fly”...
‘Annie’ steps in as last-minute replacement at Geyer
Patrons of Geyer Performing Arts Center may have been surprised to find that “White Christmas” was removed from the performance schedule just weeks before it was set to open at the theater in Scottdale. When the leadership team was unable to secure the rights to produce the classic holiday show,...
Greensburg Civic Theatre’s ‘Frozen Jr.’ warms the hearts of cast, audience
A cast of 48 local actors ranging in age from 5 to 17 is set to warm the hearts of theatergoers as they revisit the icy kingdom of Arendelle in Greensburg Civic Theatre’s Greasepaint Players’ production of “Disney’s Frozen Jr.” The junior version of the megahit 2013 Disney film, “Frozen...
Pittsburgh talent shines in ‘A Benedum Christmas — Home for the Holidays’
An abundance of homegrown talent will be celebrating the season at “A Benedum Christmas — Home for the Holidays,” an annual concert featuring performers who are proud of their Pittsburgh roots. The festive showcase of vocalists, songwriters and musicians with ties to the city will take place at 7:30 p.m....
Catch the musical take on ‘A Christmas Story’ at The LampVideo
The third time’s sure to be a charm when Stage Right brings back its production of “A Christmas Story the Musical” for one weekend only Dec. 13-15 at The Lamp Theatre in Irwin. The Greensburg-based professional theater company first introduced the musical retelling of the 1983 film by Benj Pasek...
Carnegie Science Center adds 20 exhibits
Just in time for the holidays, the Carnegie Science Center in Pittsburgh is opening over 20 new exhibits. They are part of two overarching exhibitions: Bricksburgh, an art- and engineering-themed experience stocked with thousands of building bricks, and USS Requin Gateway, a series of artifacts and interactive exhibits connected to...
‘The Office’ releases ‘Threat Level Midnight,’ Michael Scott’s action filmVideo
At long last, Michael Scott’s masterpiece has been unveiled. “The Office” YouTube channel posted the full version of “Threat Level Midnight,” the action film made by Steve Carell’s character in the show. The synopsis of Scott’s movie on the video reads “After secret agent Michael Scarn (played by Scott) is...
Review: New ‘Jumanji’ sticks with the formulaVideo
The creators of the latest “Jumanji” sequel have begun from an age-old premise — if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. And they’ve taken note of other successful franchises to adopt what must surely be a new Hollywood motto — just add more. So “Jumanji: The Next Level” brings together...
‘Parasite,’ ‘Bombshell’ get a boost in SAG nominations
Scarlett Johansson received two individual nominations, “Parasite” scored a best ensemble nod and both “The Irishman” and “Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood” solidified their Oscar favorite status in nominations announced Wednesday for the 26th Screen Actors Guild Awards. The SAG Awards are one of the most closely watched...
Sharing the sounds of the season Pittsburgh Pops style
The tradition of Christmas music stretches back many centuries but finds fresh expression in every generation. The vast and varied repertoire that has accumulated over time touches us not only with music’s emotional and spiritual powers. It also revives warm family memories of childhood. Daniel Meyer will conduct the Mendelssohn...
In final year, B.E. Taylor Christmas concerts come full circle
Rehearsals for this year’s “Feel the Love: Celebrating a B.E. Taylor Christmas” concerts are bittersweet, says B.C. Taylor, a drummer and son of the well-loved singer who died in 2016. The longtime tradition comes to an end this year, with the final series of five B.E. Taylor Christmas concerts, including...
Celtic Woman brings ‘Best of Christmas’ tour to Heinz HallVideo
While fans are looking forward to hearing the lilting melodies of Celtic Woman when the group comes to Pittsburgh, the members likewise are looking forward to the stop. “We’ve been joining amazing orchestras all around the world, and the Pittsburgh Symphony is certainly one of them,” says violinist/harpist/vocalist Tara McNeill....
A$AP Rocky to perform in Stockholm months after conviction
A$AP Rocky is back in Sweden. The American rapper is set to perform in Stockholm, where he was convicted of assault in August for a street brawl. The artist, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, will appear at Stockholm’s Ericsson Globe arena Wednesday evening. Concert promoter Live Nation said last...
National Film Registry announces diverse Class of 2019Video
More films directed or co-directed by women than ever before have been added to the National Film Registry of the Library of Congress. Among the 25 selected are Patricia Cardoso’s 2002 “Real Women Have Curves,” Gunvor Nelson’s 1969 “My Name is Oona” and the 1971 “A New Leaf,” which Elaine...
‘The Mandalorian’ gives female directors a chance to shine
“Star Wars” has faced criticism for having a lack of female directors, but the popular franchise is making an effort to place more women in the prominent role starting with the new series “The Mandalorian.” The Disney Plus series, which airs Fridays, broke new ground for “Star Wars” when Deborah...
Fox Nation host Britt McHenry sues, alleging harassment by Tyrus
NEW YORK — The host of a Fox Nation streaming service program sued Fox News and her former co-host Tuesday, alleging he sent her sexually explicit text messages as he harassed her. The Manhattan federal court lawsuit claimed Fox News retaliated against Britt McHenry after she complained by shunning her...
