Open Air: Staycee Pearl

Open Air: Staycee Pearl

Choreographer Staycee Pearl is currently the artist-in-residence at Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, which is a rarity in itself. Also a rarity: Staycee, a black artist, loomed large at PBT’s recent Open Air festival. It was a long time coming, but it proved that PBT was...
Open Air: Staycee Pearl

Open Air: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Programs A & B

The Year of the Woman has begun at Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. The public has begun to become acquainted with new artistic director Susan Jaffe, who, in turn, has decided to feature an international list of award-winning female choreographers on her inaugural season, a...
Open Air: Staycee Pearl

Open Air: Parsakian Showcase and Simmons Dance

So we are emerging from the pandemic and dance is leading the way here in Pittsburgh. Unveiling its huge New York-worthy outdoor stage (must be seen in person), Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre is the host for local artists and companies during Open Air, on display through...
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre

In her first season as Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre artistic director, Susan Jaffe is giving the company an extraordinary gift. We know of her knowledge and international renown regarding the classics, but she has put together a remarkable collection of ballets, balanced...