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Pittsburgh Celebrity Guest Stars in PBT’s 2024 Nutcracker
This year, PBT’s beloved production of The Nutcracker will feature 14 special celebrity guest appearances of Pittsburgh celebrities across 12 performances. Each celebrity will make a guest appearance in a …
Read MorePutting Pittsburgh in The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker has enchanted audiences for over 130 years, telling the story of young Marie (renamed to match the original story) and her journey to a mystical land with her …
Read MoreArtists Favorite Past Roles
Every holiday season, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) brings the magic of The Nutcracker to life, enchanting audiences with its timeless story, dazzling choreography, and beautiful music. For many PBT artists, …
Read MoreThe Nutcracker Casting Has Arrived
The most magical time of the year is arriving soon with PBT’s The Nutcracker! Performances will take place Dec. 6-27 at the Benedum Center in Pittsburgh. Join Marie, her Nutcracker …
Read MoreA Tale of Two Peter Pans
The timeless tale of Peter Pan has captivated audiences for over a century. This week, audiences can experience a bold new ballet adaptation by renowned choreographer Trey McIntyre. The Pittsburgh …
Read MorePeter Pan Casting
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) will present the Pittsburgh premiere of Trey McIntyre’s Peter Pan from October 25 to 27 at the Benedum Center as the opening production of its 2024-25 …
Read MoreCelebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Christian García Campos
National Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15 to October 15 each year. This special month celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, …
Read MoreCelebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Alejandro Diaz
National Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15 to October 15 each year. This special month celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, …
Read MoreCelebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Magnoly Batista
National Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15 to October 15 each year. This special month celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, …
Read MoreCelebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Raymond Rodriguez
National Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15 to October 15 each year. This special month celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, …
Read MoreCostumes Play a Significant Role in PBT’s Upcoming Peter Pan
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre will perform the Pittsburgh premiere of Peter Pan for its season opener this October. This new version, choreographed by Trey Mcintyre, is a fresh, new interpretation of …
Read MoreSummer Recap
Each year during June and July, PBT Company artists have a well-deserved summer break before the new season begins. Some of the PBT artists shared the different ways they spent …
Read MoreIntroducing PBT’s “Midweek Technique” Classes with Artists Tommie Lin Kesten and David O’Matz!
Are you looking for a ballet class for the young dancers in your lives to help them hone their dance skills for the coming dance year and competition season? Pittsburgh …
Read MoreBallet Under the Stars Casting Announced
The casting for Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’s annual Ballet Under the Stars performance at Hartwood Acres has been announced! PBT will be performing at Hartwood Acres on Sunday, August 25 at …
Read MoreDyeing Pointe Shoes
From handcrafting tutus, dresses, jackets and headpieces to wig stylings, custume fittings and costume repairs, the PBT Costume Shop has a long list of duties throughout each season. One of …
Read MoreCelebrating Juneteenth at PBT with Corey Bourbonniere and Reframing the Narrative
Juneteenth National Independence Day, is a holiday in the United States that is celebrated annually to commemorate the end of slavery in America. It celebrates June 19, 1865, when the …
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