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Red Masquers debuts new production

Grayce Sullivan | staff writer Laura Engel, an English professor at Duquesne, is making her Red Masquers directorial debut with “The Miniature Picture,” opening this week. Written in 1781 by Elizabeth Craven, “The Miniature Picture” explores themes of feminism and love through disguises and hijinks. Many of Craven’s works were originally written for private theatricals at Brandenburgh House, her English country home along the River … Continue reading Red Masquers debuts new production

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Juliet ditches Romeo at Benedum Center

Kaitlyn Hughes | features editor The 2019 Broadway musical “& Juliet” switches up the script, creating an alternative tale to the classic romantic tragedy of Romeo and Juliet. Normally ending in the death of the two lovers, the musical raises the questions, ‘what if they never died?’ First taking the stage at the Benedum Center on Oct. 29, the jukebox musical will run in Pittsburgh … Continue reading Juliet ditches Romeo at Benedum Center

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Much A-booze: Shakespeare with a twist

Eliyahu Gasson | opinions editor Good folk of Pittsburgh, lend me thine eyes, for we bring tidings of a wondrous return to the stage, where amidst the revelry, a drunken rogue shall weave delightful chaos, ensuring that laughter and folly reign supreme! Or at least that be their aim. Sh!t-Faced Shakespeare is returning to Pittsburgh with their uniquely chaotic rendition of William Shakespeare’s comedy “Much … Continue reading Much A-booze: Shakespeare with a twist

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Pittsburgh shadow cast fosters inclusivity

Emily Fritz | a&e editor Despite its reputation as a cult classic, “Rocky Horror Picture Show” is not an intuitive watch, nor is it typically deemed a good movie. But for the Junior Chamber of Commerce Players (JCCP), this cultural artifact from 1975 is a symbol of self expression and comes with a loving and supportive community that has been around for nearly 50 years. … Continue reading Pittsburgh shadow cast fosters inclusivity

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Fifty years young: Frankenstein musical review

Virginia Guerra Saldivar | staff writer From the well-known classics of writer, director, producer and actor Mel Brooks, the electric performance of the musical comedy adaptation of “Young Frankenstein” comes alive at the Greer Cabaret Theatre. The Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera (CLO) recently extended the run until Sept. 29. The show begins with the scientist Dr. Frederick Frankenstein (Dan DeLuca) explaining his discoveries and how … Continue reading Fifty years young: Frankenstein musical review

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The show must go on: Red Masquers’ Mamma Mia!

by Zachary Petroff | staff writer Feb. 24, 2022 Pittsburgh’s oldest amature theater group, the Duquesne Red Masquers, are a true testament to the timeless adage that “the show must go on.” The performing arts group will be debuting their rendition of the jukebox musical “Mamma Mia!” on Thursday, Feb. 24 in the Genesius Theater. The show runs until March 5, and tickets are still … Continue reading The show must go on: Red Masquers’ Mamma Mia!

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‘Spirit Everlasting’ premiere honors Dr. King

by Capri Scarcelli | a&e editor Jan. 20, 2022 “His words echo through our hearts and minds,” Mayor Ed Gainey said. “In the spirit of [Dr.] King, ‘If we work together, we shall all overcome.’”  Sponsored by the DEMASKUS Theater Collective and the August Wilson African American Cultural Center, “Spirit Everlasting: A Tribute to Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.” offered a virtual, heartfelt performance … Continue reading ‘Spirit Everlasting’ premiere honors Dr. King

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Arthur Rooney’s story takes the stage with one-man tribute play

Colleen Hammond | editor-in-chief Nov. 11, 2021 Phillip Winters has Pittsburgh theater-goers crying “hail to the chief” as he takes on the solo role in the Public Theater’s production of The Chief.  In their first in-person production on the O’Reilly Theater stage since closing for the pandemic, eager Steelers fans and theater-lovers alike flocked to see Winters take on the role of Arthur Rooney.  In … Continue reading Arthur Rooney’s story takes the stage with one-man tribute play

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“All Together Now!” cabaret tributes contemporary theater

Mia Lubrani | staff writer Nov. 11, 2021 In conjunction with hundreds of performing arts groups across the country, this weekend, Duquesne’s Red Masquers are set to perform “All Together Now,” a cabaret-style musical revue.  To the average theater-kid, the name Musical Theater International (MTI) will likely ring a bell, as they are the company from which theater troupes purchase the rights to musicals. This … Continue reading “All Together Now!” cabaret tributes contemporary theater

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Genesius gets ‘psycho’ with fun, interactive show

Capri Scarcelli | a&e editor Oct. 7, 2021 It’s campy, it’s ‘psycho’ and it’s certainly a party at Duquesne University’s Genesisus Theater! Hopping on the surfboard Thursday, Oct. 7, the Red Masquers’ debut their first main stage production since the pandemic: the slapstick, in-your-face Psycho Beach Party.  Written and directed by Charles Busch in 1988 and made into a movie adaptation in 2000, the play … Continue reading Genesius gets ‘psycho’ with fun, interactive show

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