The Cheap Seats program is available to University of Pittsburgh students, faculty, and staff with a valid Pitt ID. Each person can purchase up to four tickets for all shows (with a few noted exceptions), and you can take non-Pitt people. You must be going to the performance yourself and show your Pitt ID.
Your tickets will be waiting for you one hour prior to the performance at the appropriate venue. Again, be prepared to show your valid Pitt ID at the Will Call box office. All sales are final. No returns, no exchanges.
Pitt Arts works with arts organizations to ensure that the best available seating is offered for a low price. Individuals with special needs should contact the arts organization directly in order to purchase tickets and ensure accessible seating.
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Cavalleria Rusticana/Pagliacci
November 9 - 17
Benedum Center, Downtown
Students $13 - $42, Faculty/Staff $14 - $53Jealousy, two-timing, and revenge unite the back-to-back tragedies of Cavalleria Rusticana and Pagliacci. Possessiveness, machismo, and rage fuel their bloody conclusions. Cavalleria Rusticana: On Easter Sunday, Alfio discovers his wife Lola has rekindled her old romance with Turiddu. Pagliacci: Just before a performance of his traveling circus troupe, clown Canio discovers the infidelity of his wife Nedda.
Armida
January 25 - February 2
Capa Theater, Downtown
Students/Faculty/Staff $27.50 - $33To prevent the capture of Jerusalem by the knights of the First Crusade, The Prince of Darkness has sent the enchantress Armida into the world to seduce the Christian heroes and turn them from their duty. The bravest of these, Rinaldo, has fallen under Armida's spell. But, to her surprise, she becomes enchanted by him as well. She comes to love him so deeply that she cannot bring herself to destroy him. For both, duty clashes with desire. As war rages around them, will love conquer them both?
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The Nutcracker
December 6-27
Benedum Center, Downtown
Students $17- $26, Faculty/Staff $22- $86The dazzling world of The Nutcracker returns to the Benedum Center this December. Set in turn-of-the-century Pittsburgh, The Nutcracker sweeps audiences into a thrilling journey with Marie and the Nutcracker Prince as they travel through sparkling snow into the Land of Enchantment. Experience spectacular dance at its finest, colorful characters, gorgeous costumes, stunning scenery and the iconic Tchaikovsky score as you are whisked into the most delightful time of the year.
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Boney James: Slow Burn Tour
November 1
Byham Theater, Downtown
Students/Faculty/Staff from $54 - $94.50The Slow Burn Tour starring Boney James will present a fun filled evening of smooth jazz music. Artists include Grammy Nominated Boney James co-starring Jamacia Funk Tom Browne. Boney James celebrates a remarkable career that now spans more than three decades and includes a long list of accolades; four GRAMMY nominations, three NAACP Image Award nominations, a Soul Train Award for Best Jazz Album and four RIAA Gold Record certifications.
Nick Diffatte in Offbeat: A Comedy Magic Show
November 6 - December 1
Liberty Magic, Downtown
Students/Faculty/Staff start at $24Nick Diffatte’s “Offbeat” is a playful, subversive, and hilarious approach to the magic show format, featuring incredible moments of wonder, impossible juggling stunts, and guffaw-inducting comedic scenarios. With one of the world’s most in-demand variety acts at the helm, this 70-minute show breaks all social norms, leaving the audience feeling closer to a room full of strangers than they would have ever expected.
Some Enchanted Evening
November 12
Byham Theater, Downtown
Students/Faculty/Staff from $20.75 - $27.75Celebrating a century of musical magic from beloved Broadway shows, “Some Enchanted Evening” is a jazz-steeped sojourn exploring a bevy of the American Songbook’s most enduring hits from the golden age to today, combining timeless music and dance. Led by 33-year-old Emmy-nominated trumpeter and crooner Benny Benack III, the performance features the lavishly gifted singer and social media sensation, Stella Katherine Cole and tap dance phenom, Jabu Graybeal.
An Evening with Amy Sedaris
November 14
Byham Theater, Downtown
Students/Faculty/Staff from $20.75 - $33.25Enjoy a hilarious evening of moderated conversation with Amy Sedaris, the one-of-a-kind comedian and actress who has graced screens big and small with her unique blend of wit and irreverence. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the world of Amy Sedaris, you will be treated to her razor-sharp humor and unforgettable charm.
Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan
November 16
Byham Theater, Downtown
Students/Faculty/Staff from $18.25 - $42.50Cloud Gate has set out to engage with local history, culture, and subject matter through classical, folk, and modern dance for over 50 years. Cloud Gate combines their practices in Qi Gong, internal martial arts, modern dance, street dance, and ballet—transforming ancient aesthetics into a thrilling celebration of motion.
Jason Robert Brown
November 18
Greer Cabaret Theater, Downtown
Students/Faculty/Staff from $42.50A renowned composer & lyricist, Brown’s accolades include Parade (Tony® winner, Original Score), The Bridges of Madison County (Tony® winner, Original Score and Orchestrations), 13, and The Last Five Years. Among upcoming pieces, star-studded collaborations and global performances with his band as a soloist, Brown now brings his cabaret notoriety to Pittsburgh for one night only.
MJ the Musical
November 19 - December 1
Benedum Center, Downtown
Students/Faculty/Staff from $49 - $159He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to Pittsburgh in MJ, the new musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour, begins a tour of its own. MJ goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Michael Jackson into legendary status.
Luis Carreon in La Bestia
December 4 - January 5
Liberty Magic, Downtown
Students/Faculty/Staff from $24 - $43Beneath Luis Carreon's suave and debonair exterior lies La Bestia (The Beast)–a magician of unparalleled skill with a mischievous sense of humor. In his one-man show, Luis combines his jaw-dropping magical skills, his Latin heritage, and off-the-wall comedy to share his real-life experiences, poking fun at stereotypes, cultural differences, and himself.
A Very Yinzer Christmas
December 9
Benedum Center, Downtown
Students/Faculty/Staff from $46.50 - $56.50"A Very Yinzer Christmas" features performances by over 25 music icons local to Pittsburgh! Celebrate the release of the Christmas album "A Very Yinzer Christmas Volume 1" with this exceptional holiday event. Proceeds benefit Band Together Pittsburgh, a local organization that creates music programs for individuals on the autism spectrum.
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
December 17
Benedum Center, Downtown
Students/Faculty/Staff from $17.75 - $45.75This contemporary dance spectacle is a re-mixed and re-imagined version of the classic, smashing hip hop dance and Tchaikovsky’s timeless music together into a heart-stirring and inspirational holiday event. The Hip Hop Nutcracker is brought to life by a powerhouse cast of a dozen all-star dancers, a DJ, a violinist, and MC Kurtis Blow, one of hip hop’s founding fathers, who opens the show with a short set.
Funny Girl
January 7 - 12
Benedum Center, Downtown
Student/Faculty/Staff from $34 - $117
This bittersweet comedy is the story of the indomitable Fanny Brice, a girl from the Lower East Side who dreamed of a life on the stage. Everyone told her she’d never be a star, but then something funny happened—she became one of the most beloved performers in history, shining brighter than the brightest lights of Broadway.Francis Menotti in Sisyphus & Siri
January 8 - February 2
Liberty Magic, Downtown
Student/Faculty/Staff at $24.00
Darkly funny and mind-boggling, a play swallowed by a magic show— Sisyphus and Siri follows the whimsical journey of magician and creator Francis Menotti as he comically and mysteriously comes to terms with his inevitable demise while presenting his (supposedly) final performance.Malpaso Dance Company
January 15
Byham Theater, Downtown
Student/Faculty/Staff from $18.25 - $42.75
In the twelve years since its establishment, Malpaso Dance Company has become one of the most sought-after Cuban dance companies with a growing international profile. An Associate Company of Joyce Theater Productions, Malpaso — together with The Joyce— has commissioned original works from a number of prominent international choreographers, including Aszure Barton, Sonya Tayeh, Ronald K. Brown, among others.PAW Patrol Live! “A Mighty Adventure”
January 18 - 19
Benedum Center, Downtown
Student/Faculty/Staff from $34.50 - $181.50
After Chase, Marshall, Skye and the gang save Adventure City with their Mighty Pup Powers, it’s time for the paw-some-est street party ever. But when Supervillain Scientist Victoria Vance feels left out of the festivities, she unleashes her latest invention to crash the party and steal the spotlight for herself! Can the Mighty Pups, armed with their super-charged powers, outsmart Victoria to ensure Adventure City’s biggest bash goes off without a hitch? It’ll take the power of paw-sitivity and mighty teamwork to foil her plans and keep the party pumping!Life of Pi
January 28 - February 2
Benedum Center, Downtown
Student/Faculty/Staff from $34 - $117
After a shipwreck in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, a sixteen-year-old boy named Pi survives on a lifeboat with four companions— a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan and a Royal Bengal tiger. Told with jaw-dropping visuals, world class puppetry and exquisite stagecraft, Life of Pi creates a breathtaking journey that will leave you filled with awe and joy. - Pittsburgh Public Theater
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All performances at the O’Reilly Theater, Downtown Pittsburgh
Students $17.50, Faculty/Staff $27.50
Purchase discounted tickets! Be sure to click on the appropriate PROMO CODE for discounted tickets.A Christmas Story: The Play
December 4 - 22
O'Reilly Theater
Students and Faculty/Staff from $17.50 - $27.50Be a holiday hero and bring your brood downtown this season to bask in the warm glow of holiday lights and experience the joy of a tale that is anything but your average Christmas “story.” Don’t like the movie? Don’t worry — you’ll love this play! From the halls of the Parker family home to the merry madness of Higbee’s department store, this A++++++ production boasts the added charm of an all-star cast ready to show you sides of these iconic characters you’ve never experienced.
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A Musical Christmas Carol
December 11 - 22
Byham Theater
Students/Faculty/Staff $25- $40Join the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come as they lead Ebenezer Scrooge on a heartfelt journey of self-reflection and redemption to discover the true meaning of family, friendship and love. With dazzling special effects, treasured holiday carols and ticket prices even Scrooge can’t resist, this Charles Dickens classic is a wonderful way to celebrate the season.
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All performances at 1300 Bingham Street, South Side Pittsburgh
$15.00 for Students with code CITYUPS
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Purchase City Theatre tickets! Discount will be applied in cart with promo codeThe Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley
November 30 - December 22
City Theatre Mainstage
The Darcys and Bennets return to City Theatre in a delightful companion piece to last season’s Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley. As the events of Miss Bennett unfold upstairs, the house staff below have their own holiday scandals as Mr. Wickham -- the uninvited husband of Lydia and sworn enemy of Mr. Darcy--appears in the middle of the night. The Wickhams is a charming holiday tale that celebrates forgiving and forthrightness in the season of giving.The DNAWORKS' production of The Real James Bond...Was Dominican
January 18 - February 16
The Lillie Theatre
What happens when a James Bond-obsessed Dominican boy (who won’t go anywhere without his Nerf gun) finds out that the real James Bond was Dominican? Set to a live percussion score and immersive projections, The Real James Bond…Was Dominican is a young man’s guide to love, color, code-switching, white-washing, fake-it-til-you-make-it, and the roller coaster of finding one’s true self.