Quantum Theatre’s hosted its Sixth Sense Q Ball at the Fireman Creative’s Engine House. While seeing the future might have been the theme, reflecting on the past was ever present. Old vinyl banners made up the carpet that lead guests in. Wallpaper too, was of showcases. Familiar friends and faces would come and fill the […]
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Cocktails with a Conscience at Repair the World
PULSE and Repair The World: Pittsburgh collaborate for a social justice themed photo exhibition. The exhibition tracks projects that fellows from both organizations worked on over the year. Of course, there were drinks, appetizers, and more!
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Framework of Woman, Fundraising Gala
Hannah Altman and Michelle Montana host a fundraiser at Market Street Groceries for their upcoming mixed medium series Framework of a Woman. The upcoming project will feature sculpture and photography touching the core of root of feminine identity. Funds raised from this wine party will go into material costs for the project. Around sixty people, mostly Point […]
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History Uncorked: Toys! at Heinz History Center
The Heinz History Center hosted its annual History Uncorked. The scope of this party is huge. The multiple levels of the Heinz History Center make for maze of distractions. From retro-arcade cabinets to adult sized Jenga, this event is geared towards young professionals who don’t want to grow up. This is also one of the […]
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Misra Records Preview at The Beauty Shoppe
Misra Records hosted a small gathering of the press for a CD Release party. Jeff Betten spoke kindly of the 15 year history of the record label and outlined where it was going. Chet Vincent provided a glimpse of sound to his next record release that will be on Misra.
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Hot Mass x CMOA Third Thursdays
Pittsburgh’s super secret sex party is no longer secret. The Hot Mass Crew were invited to host a Third Thursday at Carnegie Museum of Art. Love? Hook Ups? Tinder IRL? Look, it’s a dance party. You’re going to have all the bad, and good, decisions that accompany it. If you missed it, this is what […]
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A+ Schools, Student Art Show at BOOM Concepts
A+ Schools celebrates the arts crafted by talented kids at BOOM Concepts! The yearly Report to the Community on Public School Progress, which is a big deal in their community, featured art from students. The party was not on our schedule, but when BOOM Concepts has art and is happening, we at least take a few photos.
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PDCDC Third Tuesday Happy Hour at Perle
The Pittsburgh Downtown Community Development Corporation (PDCDC) continues its Third Tuesday tradition returning to Perle. The event was a little more political than usual with guests from house of delegates and city council showing up.
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Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council – Arts Advocacy Panel
Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council hosted a small panel for advocating for the arts. The pro-active approach focused mainly on high level budgetary concerns with Pennsylvania operating without a formal budget. Many panelists mentioned the financial shift from foundation and state support to member driven campaigns. Rep. Jake Wheatley Jr. then commented its the members showing up […]
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Attack Theatre’s One Night Stand
Editor’s Note: Lighting at the Ace Hotel Gym is crazy dark. #bringaflash Attack Theatre retired their Dirty Ball after its tenth anniversary. The dance party was hands down one of the best events in Pittsburgh. They wanted to try something new, so they announced, “One Night Stand” which would open up the Ace Hotel’s Gym. New […]