Bill O'Driscoll
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Pittsburgh, PA, United States
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Drag series seeks to boost options in Pittsburgh for LGBTQ adults under 21
Point Park University sophomore Patrick Mayoral's drag series provides a new option for LGBTQ adults under 21. → Read More
Pittsburgh filmmaker's exhibit honors mothers of slain Black men and boys
Emmai Alaquiva's "OPTICVOICES: Mama's Boys" features 10 Black women whose sons were lost to systemic violence → Read More
Filmed in 1969, a documentary on the Pittsburgh Police resurfaces
"Pittsburgh Police: 1969" consists of short episodes captured by filmmaker John Marshall for Brandeis University while riding along with police on the city's North Side → Read More
Public art advocates seek a reboot of Pittsburgh's 'Percent for Art' law
A city law setting aside funds for art is not always efficient or equitable, critics say. → Read More
'Anything's Possible': Billy Porter's directorial debut is a 'love letter to Pittsburgh'
Stage and screen star Billy Porter talks about shooting his directorial debut, "Anything's Possible," in his hometown → Read More
Despite opposition, Bedford drag show set to go on, organizer says
“There are seriously marginalized populations in this community. ... They need a place where they can be themselves and where they can feel respected and loved,” the show's organizer said. → Read More
Groundbreaking on Pittsburgh's National Negro Opera House arrives after 22 years of persistence
A site of Black music history takes the next step in its restoration. → Read More
Acclaimed Pittsburgh-based author talks with fellow Black writers in new documentary
New documentary is a look at author Brian Broome and his friends. → Read More
Remembering restaurateur and Hungarian cultural ambassador Alex Bodnar
The Hungarian immigrant created a community hub on a corner in Hazelwood. → Read More
Algerian writer and human-rights advocate sets up in Pittsburgh
Anouar Rahmani was persecuted at home for defending political and LGBTQ rights. → Read More
New showcase for Pittsburgh comedians continues
Zach Funk created the Funhouse Mirror Comedy Show to highlight local talent. → Read More
Pittsburgh arts groups have returned to indoor shows, but not all patrons have followed
Nonprofit venues report attendance drops of 20% to 30% or more. → Read More
Pittsburgh-based choreographer's latest celebrates 'Black girl magic'
Staycee Pearl's "Circles" features five dancers and a soundtrack mixed live. → Read More
Pittsburgh Ballet returns to Benedum Center with classics and a world premiere
The season-opener features Jennifer Archibald's "Through The Window." → Read More
Pittsburgh poet's memoir explores the trauma of being an adopted child
Jan Beatty's "American Bastard" unearths dispossession and grief. → Read More
A Litter Bit At A Time: Pittsburgh's Garbage Olympics Returns For Fifth Year
The competition pits neighborhood teams against each other over which can collect the most trash. → Read More
Pittonkatonk, Pittsburgh's Festival For Brass Bands And Street Music, Returns
After a 2020 hiatus, Pittonkatonk is back in Schenley Park. → Read More
Pittsburgh Firefighter Performs In Play About The Aftermath Of 9/11
"The Guys" depicts a firefighter and a writer struggling to find the right words. → Read More
Post Pandemic Pause, Pittsburgh's Picklesburgh Festival Proceeds
The pickle-themed festival will take over The Andy Warhol Bridge and part of Fort Duquesne Boulevard this weekend → Read More
More Pittsburgh Performing-Arts Venues Prepare To Open For The First Time During The Pandemic
Concert halls and theaters are changing their physical spaces to help slow the spread of the virus. → Read More