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CALENDARBy Ann Curran |
CLASSICAL MUSICby Jim Cunningham, Senior Executive Producer, WQED fm89.3 | ||
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 EXHIBITSBy Mike May
| JAZZBy Tim Stevens
| NIGHTLIFEBy Mike Lee
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CALENDAR
By Ann Curran, Contributing Editor
Off the Record VIII:
Local unions AFTRA and the Pittsburgh Newspaper Guild present this original musical comedy lambasting local news and newsmakers. This season, which coincides with Pittsburgh's birthday celebration, there will be 250 years of goofs and gaffes to draw on. Thurs., Oct. 2, 8 p.m. Byham Theater, Sixth Street, downtown. $20-$60. 412/456-6666, offtherecord.pgh.com.
Fourth Annual Oktoberfest:
Green Gables Restaurant rolls out the German and Belgian beers, as well as your favorite draught. The Rhinelanders will entertain. Fri., Oct. 10, 6 p.m.-midnight. 7712 Somerset Pike, Boswell, Pa., Somerset County. 814/629-9201, greengablesrestaurant.com.
Pittsburgh Start! Heart Walk!:
The American Heart Association will benefit from this annual walk. Sat., Oct. 11. Registration, 8 a.m.; walk, 10 a.m. Heinz Field, North Shore. 412/702-1192, americanheart.org/pittsburghwalk.
2008 Pittsburgh CASANA (Childhood Apraxia of Speech Association of North America) Walk-a-Thon for Children With Apraxia of Speech:
1.5-mile paved loop. Sat., Oct. 18, check-in at 8 a.m.; event begins at 10 a.m. Harmar Grove, North Park. Registration: adults, $20; children, $10. Info: 724/591-4844; registration: apraxia-kids.org/2008 walkathon. - By Roberta Mintz Levine, Contributing Editor
EXHIBITS
By Mike May, Executive Editor
Rivers of Steel National Heritage Area:
"Seeing Pittsburgh" celebrates the city's 250th anniversary with work by 44 local artists who documented distinctive aspects of this region. Through Jan. 31. The Bost Building, 623 E. Eighth Ave., Homestead. 412/464-4020, riversofsteel.com.
Carnegie Museum of Natural History:
"Exploring the Arctic Seafloor: Photographs by Chris Linder" features 30 photos that provide a first-ever look at undersea mountains near the North Pole. Through Jan. 25. 4400 Forbes Ave., Oakland. 412/622-3131, cmnhweb@CarnegieMNH.org.
Westmoreland Museum of American Art:
It's a small world in "Intimate Landscapes: The Gouache Paintings of Thomas Paquette," which measure approximately 2 by 4 inches and feature landscapes from throughout the United States. Through Oct. 18. 221 N. Main St., Greensburg. 724/837-1500, wmuseumaa.org.
South Arts:
"Autumn Light" features watercolors by Carnegie artist Ruth G. Richardson. Through Nov. 7. South Arts Gallery, Schoolhouse Art Center, 2600 South Park Road, Bethel Park. 724/852-6363, southartspgh.org.
Gallery in the Square:
William DeBernardi and Justin Mazzei in a teacher-student show. Through Oct. 18. 5850 Ellsworth Ave., Shadyside. 412/361-3808, galleryinthesquare.com.
Gallery on 43rd Street:
"Estano Luchador (Tin Wrestler)" comprises assemblage and mixed-media work by Robert Villamagna that includes a variety of subject matter including Mexican wrestling masks. Through Oct. 31. 187 43rd St., Lawrenceville. 412/683-6488, galleryon43rdstreet.com.
Art in the Park:
Seventh annual event in Mount Lebanon Park features more than 50 artists, food, music, children's activities and more. Oct. 4-5, Sat.-Sun.: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 900 Cedar Blvd., Mount Lebanon. Info: mtlrotaryartinthepark.org.
Developers Diversified Realty presents Britto Tours America:
The Waterfront in Homestead is a stop on the tour for a dozen sculptures by Britto. Sept. 25-Oct. 19. 412/461-7820, brittotoursamerica.com.
Mattress Factory Benefit Art Auction:
Close to 100 works of art, including pieces by James Turrell, Kiki Smith and John Waters, go on the block at this event. Sat., Oct. 18: pre-auction cocktail party, 7 p.m.; auction, 8 p.m. 500 Sampsonia Way, North Side. $75; members, $65. 412/231-3169, mattress.org.
Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation:
"Pancrace Bessa and the Golden Age of French Botanical Illustration" includes Bessa's watercolors and engravings and a small selection of work by two artists who influenced his work, Gerard van Spaendonck and Pierre-Joseph Redouté. Through Dec. 19. Hunt Library, Carnegie Mellon University, Oakland. 412/268-2434, huntbot.Andrew.cmu.edu.
Sweetwater Center for the Arts:
Mavuno Invitational Exhibition, curated by local artist and gallery owner Elizabeth Asche Douglas, is a component of the annual Mavuno Festival, which celebrates African-American art and culture. Through Oct. 10. 200 Broad St., Sewickley. 412/741-4405, sweetwaterartcenter.org.
Élan Fine Art Gallery:
"Variations/Phenomena," new work by Christo Braun, explores pigmented resin on stainless steel. Through Oct. 25. 427 Broad St., Sewickley. 412/749-0427, elanarts.com.
JAZZ
By Tim Stevens, Contributing Editor
CHUCK MANGIONE AT MANCHESTER CRAFTSMEN'S GUILD: OCT. 2-5
Believe it or not, it has been more than five decades that jazz fans from across the globe have been spellbound by the wonderful sounds of trumpeter/flugelhorn artist Chuck Mangione. The pop/jazz single "Feels So Good" probably remains Mangione's most famous recording, and it brought him a Grammy. (Manchester Craftsmen's Guild, 1815 Metropolitan St., North Side. Oct. 2-5: Thurs., 7:30 p.m.; Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 7 and 9:30 p.m.; Sun., Oct. 5, 2:30 p.m. $40. Tickets: 412/322-0800, mcgjazz.org)
NIGHTLIFE
By Mike Lee, Contributing Editor
Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens:
Phipps' Outdoor Garden is the lush setting for a mixer, the "Garden Groove." Grab a bite, have a cocktail (or three) and tour the "Chocolate!" exhibit. Thurs., Oct. 2, 6 p.m. $30. 1 Schenley Park, Oakland. Tickets and info: 412/622-6914, tickets.conservatory.org.
Mr. Small's Fun House & Theatre:
If you've always wanted to try a home-brewed beer, but didn't want the hassle of actually making it, go taste some at "Brewing Up a Cure." Three Rivers Underground Brewers Club provides the samples along with food from local restaurants. Highway 13 and the Beagle Brothers perform. Sat., Oct. 18, 7 p.m. $30. 400 Lincoln Ave., Millvale. Tickets and info: brewingupacure.com.
Jay Verno Studios:
"Rock, Rhythm 'n Soul Night" benefits the Center for ALS Research. Cocktails, food, dancing and prize auctions. Sat., Oct. 11, 6 p.m. $50. 3030 Jane St., South Side. Reservations suggested: 412/655-7535, freewebs.com/rockrhythmnsoulnight.
The Andy Warhol Museum:
End a surreal week at "Good Friday Beer Tasting." Sample brews with light bites from big Burrito. Fri., Oct. 10, 5:30 p.m. $20. 117 Sandusky St., North Shore. Tickets: ticketweb.com; 412/237-8300, warhol.org.
Altar Bar:
Service Industry Nights on Sundays feature Wii tournaments on the big screen. Get your Mii on! Open until 2 a.m.; free. 1620 Penn Ave., Strip District. Info: 412/263-2877, altarpgh.com.
POP + ALTERNATIVE MUSIC
By Mike Sauter, Contributing Editor
Singer/songwriter Melissa Ferrick: Wed., Oct. 15, 7:45 p.m.
Rex Theater, 1602 E. Carson St., South Side. $20/advance, $25/door. Tickets: ticketmaster.com; info: 412/381-6811, elkoconcerts.com.
World-music chanteuse Angelique Kidjo: Wed., Oct. 29, 7:30 p.m.
Byham Theater, 101 Sixth St., downtown. $20-$37. Tickets: 412/456-6666; info: pgharts.org.