The Hillman Center for Performing Arts

10/24/2024

Don't miss this show! A brand new translation and adaptation of this 100 year old play that speaks loudly to our modern moment as we wrestle with the questions of AI and the future of work!

R.U.R. (Rossum's Universal Robots) – The Play That Imagined the Future

Step into the world of Karel Čapek's visionary science fiction masterpiece, R.U.R.—the play that gave the world the word robot. Set in a not-so-distant future, this thought-provoking production explores the triumphs and perils of human innovation. When Rossum's Universal Robots begin to replace human labor, society faces an unexpected reckoning: what happens when machines become more human than we ever imagined?
This gripping production dives into themes of power, identity, and the essence of life itself. As the robots rise up against their creators, the very foundations of human civilization are shaken. In this compelling narrative, questions of artificial intelligence, human rights, and morality are more relevant today than ever.

Why You Can't Miss This:
-Timely Storytelling: At a moment when AI and automation are reshaping our world, R.U.R. serves as a startling reflection on the consequences of technological progress.
-Visually Stunning: Cutting-edge stage design brings this industrial dystopia to life, blending futuristic and classic elements in an unforgettable theatrical experience.
-A Cultural Milestone: See the play that coined "robot" and laid the groundwork for countless sci-fi stories in film, television, and literature.

Get ready to experience a landmark in theatre history. R.U.R. is a thrilling ride from start to finish—bold, daring, and eerily prophetic.

Join us for a journey into the future where robots rule, and humanity faces its ultimate challenge.

Tickets are available now! Dates: Nov 02 - Nov 10 2024

07/29/2024

Join the Youth Shakespeare Society of Pittsburgh this weekend for their performance of Shakespeare's Julius Caesar. The Hillman Performing Arts Series is proud to support these emerging Pittsburgh artists. Performances are August 3 at 7pm and August 4 at 2pm in the Peter J. Kountz Theater at the Hillman Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets are just $10 and available at this link: https://youthshakespearepgh.org/jc/

04/04/2024

The post-show discussions for Khūrākī are promising to be out-of-this-world, thanks to our incredible groups of panelists. For the discussion Saturday, April 13th, we'll be focusing on "What's Changed in Afghanistan" since the show was written in 2019. Because as you may know, those changes have been stark, sweeping and affect the lives of every person in, and working with, the Afghan community.

On Saturday, you'll hear about the 2021 US pullout from Afghanistan from the perspective of someone who was at the Kabul airport at the time. You'll hear about the changing status of women in Afghanistan, and how needs are different for Afghans arriving to Pittsburgh after 2021 vs. those who are represented in the show. And you'll discover ways that you can help.

Panelists include Elizabeth Ringler-Jayanthan, Refugee & Immigrant Services Therapist, Center for Afghan Resilience at Bethany Christian Services; Addi Fergyson, Program Coordinator of the Family Strengthening Program at Bethany; Sohrab Bakhshi, entrepreneur, Afghan immigrant; and Mohammad Nazeer Mayar, interpreter at Bethany, Pitt law school graduate and Afghan immigrant.

Bring your questions. We want to hear from you.

Visit realtimeinterventions.org for tix, which include the show, an Afghan tasting menu, live music, and the talkback! TICKETS ARE FREE for all members of the Afghan community; write to [email protected].

04/03/2024

We've all heard of Afghanistan on the news. But how much do you really know about the culture, cuisine, and people of this ancient country on the Silk Road?

This April 12-14, at the Hillman Center for Performing Arts Peter J. Kountz Theater, learn about your Afghan neighbors at RealTime Arts' unique culinary-theatrical experience Khūrākī.

The show was created by RealTime Arts with a group of female Afghan refugees who received culinary and entrepreneurial training as part of the theater project. They went on to start the first Afghan food business in Pittsburgh, Zafaron Afghan Cuisine, and will be cooking delicious Afghan dishes for you as part of the show.

The performance features stories from the women themselves, performed by the Pittsburgh actors they chose to represent them. Look beyond the news cycle to discover the beauty of the land, the culture and the people of Afghanistan-- as shared by Pittsburgh's Afghans themselves.

02/23/2024

02/06/2024

If you're looking for something to brighten up these dark midwinter days, come see this phenomenal cast of student actors in this wacky, but heartfelt show! It's an underrated little gem full of dance, fun, and hummable tunes.

Tickets are available now! Dates: Feb 23 - Feb 25 2024

11/08/2023

Tickets to Macbeth are still available! Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 2pm. $10 for students and $12 regular tickets. Come see these incredible young artists and support educational theatre! http://our.show/macbethssa

07/15/2022

Today we welcomed Sonia De Los Santos to the Mary Hillman Jennings Plaza for an outdoor concert! Community members and Shady Side Academy Summer Programs campers enjoyed dancing and singing along on this beautiful summer day. Thank you, Sonia De Los Santos!

07/14/2022

The Hillman Center for Performing Arts at Shady Side Academy will present a free, family-friendly outdoor concert with Latin American children’s musician Sonia De Los Santos tomorrow, Friday, July 15, at 2 p.m. under the tent on the Mary Hillman Jennings Plaza.

06/27/2022

The Hillman Center for Performing Arts at Shady Side Academy will present a free, family-friendly outdoor concert with Latin American children’s musician Sonia De Los Santos on July 15, at 2 p.m. under the tent on the Mary Hillman Jennings Plaza. http://ow.ly/tJoR50JImqS

06/18/2022

Join us on Friday, July 15, at 2 p.m. as we welcome Sonia De Los Santos to the Mary Hillman Jennings Plaza! Admission is free with no tickets required. Join us under the Hillman Plaza tent, rain or shine!

03/29/2022

See The Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh at the Hillman Center this Saturday night! Get tickets at the link below.

Toward the Unknown Region is THIS WEEKEND! Gather your family and friends, grab your tickets today, and ring in the spring season with us on April 2 at the The Hillman Center for Performing Arts , and April 3 at Westminster Presbyterian Church. MCP Music Director Matthew Mehaffey sat down with Classical WQED FM 89.3's Anna Singer to talk about this performance. Click the links below to listen and for tickets. See you soon!

Interview: https://bit.ly/3Lpf45g
Tickets: https://bit.ly/3uqEvhw

10/05/2021

The photography of Shady Side Academy alumnus Michael Seamans '01 is now on exhibit in the lobby of the Hillman Center until mid-February 2022. The photography offers a window into the world of Muay Thai boxers in Thailand. Learn more at https://www.thehillman.org/shows/exhibits

06/30/2021

Thank you to The Honey Dewdrops for spending time with Shady Side Academy Summer Programs campers in this fun songwriting workshop!

06/28/2021

Welcome, Dek! http://ow.ly/ta3v50FkaIB

Please join us in welcoming Dek Ingraham as the new Executive Director of the Hillman Center for Performing Arts and Senior School Performing Arts Chair, effective July 12! In this role, Ingraham will lead and expand the Senior School's performing arts program for grades 9-12, overseeing faculty and classes in theatre, choral and instrumental music, as well as teaching theatre classes and directing theatre productions. He also will oversee all staff and outside programming at the Academy's Hillman Center for Performing Arts, including the highly regarded Hillman Performing Arts Series and community performances, exhibitions and partnerships.

Welcome to Shady Side, Dek! http://ow.ly/ta3v50FkaIB

06/23/2021

Sonia De Los Santos Performance Postponed

Please read the message below from Sonia:

"We are so sorry to inform you that we won't be able to perform in Pittsburgh this weekend. There was a breakthrough COVID-19 case post-vaccination in our circle, and our priority is to keep everybody safe and healthy around us. We were looking forward to our time there, but this is a good reminder to continue to stay vigilant while we take care of our families. We will look for a new date in the coming months to share our music with you. Thank you for understanding."
-Sonia

We hope to rebook Sonia as part of the 2021-2022 Hillman Performing Arts Series; however, at this time a show date is not yet determined. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact [email protected].

06/21/2021

The Hillman Performing Arts Series wraps up its 2021 season with back-to-back outdoor concerts June: http://ow.ly/Seev50Ffaub TribLive