Pittsburghers are accustomed to their city appearing on different “best” lists. From sports lovers and foodies to retirees and Generation Xers, the Steel City has been rated a top destination for people from all walks of life. It has now been named one of the ten best locations in the United States for artists, coming […]
The jazz scene in Pittsburgh
A group of Pittsburghers are attempting to reawaken the city’s spirit. They are the jazz musicians. These are musicians who have devoted their life to the pursuit of the ideal melodic line. They are artists who are merging their voices to infuse new life into a city that is witnessing an uncertain cultural renaissance. Due […]
The return of dance performances in Pittsburgh
After more than a year and a half of dance events being canceled or relocated online due to COVID-19, some Pittsburgh organizations are restarting live performances. Whether you like ballet or something more contemporary, the rest of 2021 and into 2022 will offer stages packed with legendary interpretations and debuts at locations around the city. […]
Honoring Pittsburghers who helped out during Covid
If you believe a Pittsburgh-area individual or nonprofit responded to the epidemic in a particularly notable way, now is the time to let the world know. The Greater Pittsburgh Nonprofit Partnership recently announced an effort to recognize individuals and organizations that significantly helped their community during the pandemic. Principally in terms of relief projects and […]
Circus skills as exercise in Pittsburgh
After 146 years in business, the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus closed its doors in May of this year. However, the practice of circus arts as a workout including lyra hoop, trapeze, rope or aerial silks has never been more fashionable. Circus arts as an accessible kind of fitness didn’t start showing up […]