Apr 26 Friday
Connected like a puppet to objects that have informed the Black experience in America, multidisciplinary artist Edisa Weeks alternates between blackface, whiteface, storytelling, and visceral dance to dig into the pathologizing of African Americans and the foundations of Liberty in America.
3 RITES: Liberty begins with an installation of roots made out of paper and twine that hang from the ceiling to the floor. You are invited to move through the roots as if moving through the underbelly of history before eventually meeting the “Liberty” character played by Weeks. Her hair is braided to resemble the Statue of Liberty’s crown. Each spoke of the hair crown is connected via tie-lines and pulleys to specific objects — Bible, black dick, blonde wig, gun, lightbulb, sneakers, watermelon that represent the Black experience in America.
As our nation grapples with confederate monuments, Black Lives Matter, fake news, and economic stratification; 3 RITES: Liberty humorously and poignantly insists on a reckoning with our past and present.
Immediately after the performance in the theater, we invite you to join us for a conversation to provide a moment of communal digestion, and to discuss what is resonating with you after experiencing the liberty rite.
Warning: The show contains mature themes and potentially triggering content about psychological and sexual violence. Not recommended for children under thirteen.
Photo Credit: nicki lee
On April 26/27, the Bach Choir of Pittsburgh presents “A Satire: Carmina Burana Africana,” an adaptation of Carl Orff’s masterpiece. This fascinating rhythmic and multi-disciplinary performance features Chanel Holte, soprano, and Graham Fandrei, baritone; the West Virginia University African Drum Ensemble, Michael Vercelli, Director; dancers from the K-Theatre Dance Complex, Kontara Morphis, Artistic Director; and James Burns and Amin Carrillo Rosado, piano (yes, there are two grand pianos in this performance!).
Carmina Burana is a collection of mostly bawdy, irreverent and satirical medieval poetry includes the Latin, German and French vernacular. The songs and poems were written by Goliards, clergy (mostly students) who satirized the Catholic Church.
Performances will be held at the Campbell Memorial Chapel on the campus of Chatham University.
Apr 27 Saturday
Apr 29 Monday
A new Monday night Salsa social designed for beginner Salsa dancers and the salsa-curious!
The perfect opportunity for novice dancers who are still a bit nervous about attending our standard socials. Come practice your moves in a stress free environment and meet other dancers like you!
ONLY $5 per person. **We take cash or card at the door**
BYOB
More info at https://lspgh.com/student-salsa/
Apr 30 Tuesday
Get ready to SHINE on stage with this 7-week Salsa shines technique and performance camp by Stan! This amazing 7-week intensive will help you elevate your technique, improve your musicality skills, and get you ready to perform at our Love in Bloom Social and Showcase on May 17th! Open to dancers of all levels, genders, and body-types.
Salsa 1 course recommended. Great for performers, and the performance-curious!
May 03 Friday
Witness for the Prosecutionby Agatha ChristieDirected by Ponny Conomos JahnMay 3 – 12, 2024
Be one of the jurors and experience the shocking testimony and impassioned outbursts from witnesses as a young man and his attorney fight to escape a final verdict.
The mission of Prime Stage is to bring great literature to life through the transformative process of live theatre – to entertain, inform, enrich and inspire audiences with engaging programs that deliver long-lasting benefits to the students, educators, youth, families and theatregoers of our region.
Prime Stage Theatre is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and welcoming to all patrons.With our sensory-inclusive performance the last Saturday of each production at 2:30, we provide a social story with pre-theater preparatory activities for the person with a sensory, social, or learning disability so the person begins to understand and anticipate what might happen at a performing arts experience.
The last Sunday of each performance we offer Audio Description for the blind and visually impaired, along with signed interpreted and real time live caption for patrons who are deaf or have hearing loss.
The theatre facility provides hearing devices for all performances and is wheelchair accessible.
Please identify any special seating needs to our Box Office staff when reserving your tickets in advance on-line or by calling Prime Stage Public Performance Box Office at the New Hazlett 412.320.4610.
May 04 Saturday
Calling all Jedis, Sith, Bounty Hunters, and other intergalactic travelers to the dance floor. Join us for a special Noche Latina celebrating A Galaxy Far, Far Away! All your favorite Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, and Zouk hits in a Star Wars inspired environment. Grab some blue milk, dress up as your favorite character, and join the fun!
INCOMING TRANSMISSION-----Special performance by our Burlesque Hot Heels class!
May 4, 20249:15 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Cover: $15 Mini Lesson and Dancing $10 Dancing
BYOB4909 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, Pa.
May 05 Sunday
May 06 Monday
Mike Perry uses the art of storytelling to explore the primal origins of theatrical expression. "Saving Face: Memoir of a Circus Clown" is one of his most profound and moving tales, drawn from his years as a circus clown for Ringling Brothers Circus.
There is an authenticity to Mike Perry’s storytelling that is effective and affecting. His ability to distill a real human experience into an engaging performance is the result of craft and precision.