Performance Venues

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre performs at the Benedum Center and the August Wilson Center for African American Culture in addition to touring venues. The Benedum Center is one of Pittsburgh’s grand downtown theaters and is also home to the Pittsburgh Opera and the Civic Light Opera. The August Wilson Center is a new performance, exhibit and community center in the heart of Pittsburgh’s cultural district.

The Benedum Center for the Performing Arts

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Courtesy of the Benedum Center for the Performing Arts

The August Wilson Center for African American Culture

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Activities for Educators and Parents--Preparation is Key!

Engage your students  and children through these fun, authentic learning experiences before they visit PBT at the Benedum Center.

• Audience Expectations
• Coordinating the Trip
• What to Wear: Fashion Advice for All Occasions
• Are We There Yet?
• Get With the Program
• Where are We Sitting? Reading the Seating Charts
• Jobs at PBT