A NOTE FROM THE PRESIDENT 2013 was HUGE. The Fall season brought the Pittsburgh International Festival of Firsts and we have since welcomed and bid farewell to the Rubber Duck Project, now floating south with plans to roost temporarily in Virginia. The Trust’s Highmark First Night Pittsburgh was one of our best ever, with highlights such as an amazing ice labyrinth marking the 20th anniversary of the event. We are currently coming to the close of a tremendous PNC Broadway Across America season. One wonderful show remaining this season is Peter & The Starcatcher, opening on May 20. You don’t want to miss it. This spring we are moving our annual EQT Pittsburgh International Children’s Festival to the Cultural District. Festival activities begin May 14. With the summer season approaching, we also look forward to welcoming you to the District for the Cultural Trust’s annual Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival, and the Trust’s Pittsburgh JazzLive International Festival and other Trust activities. Thank you for your support!
Trust Members use promo code BROADWAY to purchase $25 discounted tickets. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 6:00PM IN THE CULTURAL DISTRICT
PITTSBURGH CULTURAL TRUST GALA Anticipated as one of the most prestigious fundraising events of the season, the Gala celebrates the Trust’s tradition of enriching the region with worldly culture and diverse programming. The evening includes a cocktail reception and dinner amid the dramatic ambiance of a special Cultural District location. Following, jazz vocalist Cyrille Aimee will entertain Gala attendees with a private performance at the Trust’s O’Reilly Theater. Contact Denice Shilling at 412-471-1497 or Shilling@TrustArts.org for more information on tickets and corporate sponsorships.
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African contemporary, sultry tango and punk ballet—oh my! The Trust’s Pittsburgh Dance Council 2014-2015 season has just been announced.
FRIDAY, JULY 11 7:00PM VIP PARTY, 9:00PM DANCE PARTY
COSMOPOLITAN PITTSBURGH Join the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Partners Board and Consol Energy with presenting sponsors UPMC and UPMC Health Plan at the 8th annual Cosmopolitan Pittsburgh fundraiser. Cosmopolitan Pittsburgh becomes the Gallery Crawl AfterDark hotspot to engage in decadence and exuberance. Guests gather for an evening of interactive entertainment, art, music, inventive performances, and dancing at the discotheque. Partygoers mix and mingle, indulging in signature beverages and delicious catered bites.
Aspen Santa Fe Ballet (Sat, Oct. 11) – Aspen Santa Fe Ballet’s bold vision will present groundbreaking works from three of the world’s most exciting, emerging choreographers.
VIP Party beginning at 7:00pm. Distinct menu items, specialty cocktails, amusements and more followed by the Dance Party
Ronald K. Brown/Evidence (Sat, Feb. 7) - The Brooklyn-based company Evidence pointedly executes Ronald K. Brown’s signature vision of forging contemporary choreography rooted in the beauty of traditional African forms and rhythm.
forceful, grandiose music versus fragile human reality and the power of nature. Scottish Ballet (Tues, May 19) Dance meets drama in this powerful interpretation of the Tennessee Williams’ masterpiece A Streetcar Named Desire.
Dance Party from 9:00pm-midnight Includes desserts, cocktails and entertainment Cosmopolitan Pittsburgh is a 21+ event.
General Admission $ 40 members advance $ 50 non-members advance $ 75 day of $ 25 persons ages 21-29 (valid ID required at Will Call)
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VIP Admission $ 85 members advance $ 95 non-members advance $ 125 day of Jetsetter Package $ 500 | Advance phone orders call 412-471-6086 Trust Members use code AFTERDARK at checkout to receive your membership discount! Visit TrustArts.org/cosmo for more details. Be sure to get the inside scoop on all our upcoming events by renewing or upgrading your membership today. Call Jennifer Schooley at 412-471-3518 or Schooley@TrustArts.org. Please visit TrustArts.org/events for updates!
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Celebrate Broadway’s biggest night with the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust as we host the 2nd annual Tony Awards® viewing party. Walk the red carpet in your finest evening attire, enjoy delectable fare and fabulous cocktails, as well as the opportunity to be part of the action as the awards are broadcast live on the big screen. Trivia, prizes, interviews and voting also take center stage during this event not to be missed!
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Laura Hudson, Susan McLaughlin, Sheri Giger, and Lisa Newman at the 2013 MEMBERS HOLIDAY HAPPY HOUR
TONY AWARDS® VIEWING PARTY
Thanks to every single one of you and The Richard King Mellon Foundation, the Trust continues to boogie toward the goal of reaching 10,000 members by 2015. Closing out last year with a whopping 6,800 Members, the Trust hopes to reach 8,000 total Members by year’s end. We need your help to reach this goal! Please continue to renew your annual membership and encourage friends, family, and colleagues to support the Trust!
For questions about your membership, please call Jennifer Schooley at 412-471-3518.
SUNDAY, JUNE 8 7:00PM AT THE CABARET AT THEATER SQUARE
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Jacob George (far left) and BettyJean Viecelli (right) with WICKED Cast Members
Thank you to those who donate to the Trust during the PittsburghGives DAY OF GIVING on TUESDAY, MAY 6. An initiative of the Pittsburgh Foundation, PittsburghGives seeks to educate our community about regional nonprofit organizations and encourage individual funding. All gifts contributed via pittsburghgives.org will be matched with a portion of the match pool funded by The Pittsburgh Foundation. Gifts designated to the Trust can renew your membership with more bang for the buck!
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Michael Clark Company (Sat, Nov. 1) - Fusing extreme elements of classical and punk, Michael Clark’s technical rigor and unabashed experimentation consistently breaks new ground to provoke and electrify audiences.
Union Tanguera (Sat, Mar. 28) The uninhibited, sensual language of tango unfolds on stage, giving audiences a voyeuristic glimpse into a steamy slice of South American culture. Pontus Lidberg (Sat, April 18) Swedish choreographer, dancer, and filmmaker Pontus Lidberg creates a strong contrast between
Ira Glass and Monica Bill Barnes Company (Sat, Feb. 28) – Three Acts, Two Dancers, One Radio Host features lively, heartfelt radio interviews by the host of NPR’s This American Life Ira Glass, restaged as dance pieces. Trust Members use code PCT15MEMB to receive a discount on individual tickets once they become available. Visit TrustArts.org/dance for details.
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STAFF J. Kevin McMahon President & CEO
Institutional Development Staff Nick Gigante Vice President of Development Lauren Brant Development Associate
EQT Pittsburgh International Children’s Festival, May 14-18
Jenniffer Burke Director of Foundation and Corporate Giving Kelly Conger Assistant Manager of Foundation and Government Giving
MOTOWN performing during the Season Announcement
Myra Falisz Development Assistant Heather Masterson Director of Individual Giving Aimee J. Plotz Assistant Manager of Donor Relations Jennifer Schooley Assistant Manager of Individual Giving Denice Shilling Assistant Manager of Corporate Giving Sadie Treese Development Systems Coordinator Cassandra Williams Development Systems Assistant Joy Deborah Robison TRUSTOvations Design & Layout
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The Trust presents the 2014-2015 PNC Broadway Across America-Pittsburgh series, featuring new touring Broadway shows and revivals direct from New York City stages. ANNIE
October 28-November 2, 2014 — Benedum Center
Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS The Musical November 18-23, 2014 — Benedum Center NEWSIES
November 25-30, 2014 — Benedum Center
MOTOWN The Musical December 30, 2014–January 4, 2015 — Heinz Hall PIPPIN
January 20-25, 2015 — Benedum Center
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA February 18-March 1, 2015 — Benedum Center DIRTY DANCING
April 7-12, 2015 — Benedum Center
2014-2015 SEASON SPECIALS THE BOOK OF MORMON September 23-October 5, 2014 — Heinz Hall (Parental advisory: Explicit content) DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST March 31-April 5, 2015 — Heinz Hall
PIPPIN performing during the Season Announcement
All are jumping for joy as the 28th EQT Pittsburgh International Children’s Festival moves downtown to Pittsburgh’s vivacious Cultural District this year! Programmed by the Pittsburgh International Children’s Theater, a division of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, the Festival seeks to inspire, educate and awaken a child’s enthusiasm for theater, as well as a respect for cultural diversity and mediums of expression. Exposure to artistic programming for our area’s youth remains a priority which can jumpstart a lifelong appreciation for the arts. The Festival’s inaugural year in the Cultural District will feature live performances from Spain, Israel, Netherlands, Canada, Denmark, the United Kingdom, and the United States at venues including the Byham Theater, Cabaret at Theater Square, Trust Arts Education Center, August Wilson Center, and Pittsburgh Creative and Performing Arts Public School. • Invisi’BALL by Nadine Animato Theater Dance Company (Israel) This U.S. premiere features a liveaction soccer game which transforms the theater into a stadium. • Pinocchio by Theatre Tout À Trac (Canada) – The classic story of a boy born as a puppet and brought to life by a wish who discovers the meaning of growing up through a thousand trials. • Little Steps by Teater My (Denmark) – A story of a small child in a big world. • Animals by El Retablo (Spain) - An array of animals come to life, made of recycled materials and everyday objects. • Hands Up by Lejo (Netherlands) A cast of thousands in Lejo’s worldfamous hands, proving less can be more. • Tales of Folklore and Fantasy by Temujin the Storyteller (USA) - Gathering the crowd with the
sounds of an African talking drum, Temujin creates a storytelling journey around the world. • Midnight Radio Jr. – Underwater Voyage by Bricolage Production Company (Pittsburgh) – A comedy/variety show in the style of a 1940’s radio broadcast about a magical undersea world. The Festival’s commitment to sensory-friendly events include the colorful, lighted inflatable walkthrough luminarium Miracoco (Architects of Air, United Kingdom) and all performances of Little Steps. The new Festival grounds footprint will offer galleries, pop-up green outdoor spaces and unique food options. LilyPad Park on 8th Street at Penn Avenue will feature a free outdoor community stage programmed with culturally-inspired acts, music magic and storytelling by regional artists. Roving artists and over 30 hands-on educational activities will enhance the Festival’s free offerings. Leapfrogging throughout the Cultural District will be simple with way-finding signage and crossing guards to help families navigate the exciting new festival grounds. Visit TrustArts.org/ pghkids for more information.
Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival, June 6-15 Where in the world can one experience 10 days of music, theater, dance, public art installations, gallery exhibitions, a visual artist market, creative activities, food, and more with NO admission price? That’s correct – an entirely FREE festival? The answer: At the Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival! A production of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, the Arts Festival outshines most cities as one of the largest and acclaimed FREE arts festivals
in the world, thanks to foundation, corporate and individual support. Celebrate the 55th Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival with entertainment for all predilections! • The staggering line-up of musical performances includes The Smithereens, Kaiser Chiefs, Blue Grass day featuring Sam Bush, Wilco’s Jeff Tweedy, three-time Grammy Award winner Lucinda Williams – and the list goes on. • The Artist Market will feature over 300 rotating artists with incredible works for viewing and sale – be sure to visit more than once! • The Juried Visual Art Exhibition will be located in both the 3rd and 4th Floors of the Trust Arts Education Center featuring emerging regional artists – reward your top choice and vote for your favorite artist. Additionally, environmental sustainability and responsibility practices remain a primary objective of the Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival. • The Arts Festival earned gold-level accreditation from the Pennsylvania Resources Council’s Zero Waste Pittsburgh initiative. • Approximately 30,000 plastic bottles eliminated annually through free water stations, encouraging patrons to bring reusable water bottles. • Planted-based compostable cups and serviceware helped eliminate the use of more nondegradable plastics. • Reduced vehicle emission pollutants through Bike Valet service, which parks over 3,000 bicycles during the Arts Festival. The Arts Festival grounds expand from the Cultural District and Gateway Center into Point State Park — rain or shine! For details and a complete musical lineup, visit TrustArts.org/TRAF.
Pittsburgh JazzLive International Festival, June 20-22 Sounding the horns for all jazz lovers! Celebrate Pittsburgh’s rich jazz community with local and national artists during this foot-tapping, fingersnapping soulful weekend. The Pittsburgh JazzLive International Festival features emerging and renowned musicians, comprising a variety of Festival programming including: • JazzLive Crawl around the Cultural District incorporating nearly 25 venues with FREE music from over 150 musicians, including the wildly entertaining Snarky Puppy, Grammy Award winners for “Best R&B Performance” on Friday, June 20 • Saturday and Sunday feature jazz and jazz-influenced FREE concerts and DJs on outdoor stages throughout the Cultural District highlighting Nancy Harms, Sean Jones, Raul Midon, Gregory Porter, plus Festival headliner Diane Reeves and many more! • Showcase Noir will highlight a unique arts market featuring works by some of the region’s finest African American artists, including pottery, paintings, jewelry, and sculptures • A special pop-up vinyl record store Trust Vinyl will be located at Ninth Street and Liberty Avenue in downtown’s Cultural District • In addition to late-night club performances, Jam Sessions at locations throughout the Cultural District begin at 10 p.m. Festival details and the full schedule of information can be found at TrustArts.org/jazzlivefest.
EDUCATION CORNER A critical element of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust’s service to the community and desire to provide quality arts experiences for children in our region, the Trust’s Education and Community Engagement Department offers some of the most comprehensive and diverse programming in the nation for young artists and audiences. During the months of February and April, the Trust’s Education Department hosts two theatrical programs for students. The Theater Arts Workshops and Camp Broadway immersive experience programs engage students from all skill levels, providng them valuable theater experiences in addition to the development of confidence, character, and presentation skills. In February, over 400 middle and high school students from Allegeny County and surrounding areas filled the Byham Theater lobby, auditorium and dressing rooms for the annual Theater Arts Workshops. Students work with theater professionals during interactive seminars regarding lighting, sound, stage combat, costuming, makeup, playwriting, dramatic presentations and more. These seminars assist in the exploration of future career options and prepare students to work on theater productions in their own schools. The 2nd annual Camp Broadway in April engages children ages 10-13 in a one-day musical theater workshop with New York-based Broadway professionals. Instructors provide helpful insight regarding dance and voice techniques, choreography and blocking, technical rehearsals and staging a performance from beginning to end. The day culminates in a special ensemble performance for family and friends. Seeking to develop the students’ performance abilities, increase self-esteem, and encourage creativity truly helps enhance one’s appreciation for the arts and develop useful life skills at a young age. For more information on the Trust’s educational programming, visit TrustArts.org/education.