Weekend Treadings May 23rd - 27th

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Weekend Treadings of the cultural nature: some bites and sounds, some artistic expressions and whatever else you add to the mix.

THURSDAY, MAY 23rd

Global Challenges & Local Impacts: Women’s Rights

This recurring conversation series that focuses on global events will talk about gender-specific issues directed towards women and the efforts made around the world for equality and women’s rights.

Union Project @ 801 N Negley Ave - Highland Park

6-8pm // FREE

Side By Side By Sondheim

In one night encounter a dazzling selection of songs by Broadway’s musical master, Stephen Sondheim. You can look forward to Company, Follies and Anyone Can Whistle and others.

Cabaret at Theater Square @ 655 Penn Ave - Cultural District

7:30pm // $39.7

FRIDAY, MAY 24th

May Tweetup at Wigle Whiskey

$5 food and drink tickets where 10% of your bar tab will benefit Pittsburgh Promise. Of course there will be specialty drinks, Cafe Raymond nosh and the ambiance of the too-cool Wigle Whiskey space and peeps.

Wigle Whiskey @ 2401 Smallman St - Strip District

6-9pm // $5+ depending on your thirst and appetite

-TREADERS CHOICE-

21 + Wine and Cheese

For an after work treat enjoy live music, learn a thing or two about the chemistry of winemaking (while enjoying a glass) or get a lesson on creating mozzarella in  the Science Center’s Kitchen Theatre.

Carnegie Science Center @ One Allegheny Ave - North Shore

6-10pm // $10

Party in the Tropics

Experience the Tropical Forest Conservatory as it’s transformed into a Pittsburgh nightspot! All the typical indulgences will be included - live dj, tasty cocktails and indulgent morsels.

Phipps Conservatory @ One Schenley Park - Oakland

7-11pm // FREE w. admission // 21+

SATURDAY, MAY 25th

PYROFEST

If you missed last year, this round is promised to be even better as Ricardo Caballer Ricasa brings their show, that’s never been seen in the US, straight from Spain. There will also be a “Rocks Love” sequel along with live music, food and a kids zone.

Hartwood Acres - Pittsburgh

3pm gates open // FREE-$60

Growing Pains by Nathan James

If you’re a Hip Hop fan than this one-man show is a must see! Spoken word, monologues, movement and multi-media imagery give life to this generation and it’s many influences.

August Wilson Center @ 980 Liberty Ave - Cultural District

8pm // $10

The Bloody Beetroots Live with special guests Valentino Khan, Tenova

This Italian producer/dj who was born the same year as punk rock will join special guests at Mr. Smalls to put on one of his raucous and infamous shows. Expect high energy and a mask bearing performer.  

Mr. Smalls Funhouse @ 400 Lincoln Ave -  Millvale  

9pm // $25

SUNDAY, MAY 26th

Friendship House Concerts: Linda McRae

In our stumbling off-the-beaten-path nature we discovered a great couple who hosts a series of house concerts in their home (we like their style!). To find out more or join them this weekend email friendshiphouseconcerts@gmail.com or call 412.361.6051.

$15 // RSVP required

2013 Pittsburgh Comic Arts Festival

We are excited to announce the first annual Pittsburgh Comic Arts Festival this weekend that will be host to a wide range of workshops, artists and activities. Be a part of something PGH and art in the making!

Toonseum @ 945 Liberty Ave - Cultural District

12-5pm // FREE or $150-250 for VIP

Beer Garden Opening Party

What better way to celebrate spring and its sunshine than with live music, from Backstabbing Good People, an outdoor deck and lots of great beer and food?

Bocktown Robinson @ 690 Chauvet Dr - Robinson

7-10pm // FREE but not including suds

MONDAY, MAY 27th  

Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Annual Memorial Day Celebration

A special ceremony for fallen PA service members, field day activities, drum corps performances, museum tours and the opportunity to write letters to troops overseas! Rare historical flags will be on display as well.

Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum @ 4141 Fifth Ave - Oakland  

10am-4pm // FREE  

Do you know of any cultural happenings that weren’t listed this week? Don’t forget you can submit events to info@treadingart.com.

If you make it out to any of these events let us know by hashtagging (#) weekendtreadings on Twitter…Follow us here.

More photos from the exhibition Possible at UnSmoke Systems Artspace, May 3rd - 13th! 

Developed by Staci Offutt and Natalie Grandinetti, 10 artists were exhibited in Possible. The artists inventively stretched the boundaries of their choice materials so viewers would experience unconventional resources used as artful ingredients.

This concept has certainly been used before, almost to an exhausting point, but to experience the show firsthand was to understand the thoughtfulness of the curators and the cleverness of the artists.

We started our Saturday tour de Braddock exploring Possible and it roped us in to carefully investigate each work before we were ready or willing to continue on our way. UnSmoke Systems has a great space and interesting elements that make their program stand-out; but, perhaps the most alluring part is they produce and back exhibitions worthy of your time!

Staci Offutt, Natalia Zubko, Dave Zak outside UnSmoke next to a Dee Briggs piece from close up of Aimée Burg's Aimée Burg, Jessie Rommelt, Natalia Zubko,

While it may have been stormy the day we toured Braddock the sense of community was vibrantly present from across the city walls to the vast community garden.

Braddock Farms, as produced by Grow Pittsburgh, is a phenomenal example of how empty city lots can be re-purposed for the good of a community - re-imagine the use of land, create access to fresh produce, teach useful skills, and beautify existing space. This really is a sight to behold in person as the areas last working steel mill is right in the background.

The Free Store is another example of space innovatively used and sits just beside the farm. Surplus and donated goods are received and then available for the community - you just have to follow the rules!  

As for the murals - check back tomorrow to see other examples of Braddock’s hidden urban treasures and to read about our adventure with Dave Zak of UnSmoke Systems Artspace. 

To jumpstart our tour de Braddock that will be featured on Treading Art this week, here are a smattering of photographs that were taken from the exhibition ”Possible” that was on view earlier this month at Unsmoke Systems Artspace. Also thrown in the mix are a few others snapped from around the Unsmoke space. Appreciate the cleverness of the artwork above and tune back in every day this week for further features on Unsmoke as well as the community of Braddock.

Natalie Grandinetti, Judith Klausner, Installation view, upstairs Judith Klausner, Judith Klausner, Natalia Zubko, Natalia Zubko, Found Object Natalie Grandinetti,

Creative Careers: Internship Posting

As we have mentioned here before, Treading Art aims to support the Pittsburgh art and culture scene by not only highlighting the regions many treasures but also getting the word out about job and internship opportunities!

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Read below to find out about INTERNSHIPS IN FIVE DIFFERENT DEPARTMENTS at the KELLY STRAYHORN THEATER in East Liberty::

Details:

  • Available during the Spring, Summer and Fall
  • 10-12 weeks in length
  • 10-12 hours/week (fill-time internships arranged on a case-by-case basis)
  • Flexible schedules and training included
  • Unpaid

Departments:

  • Operations and Administration
  • Marketing and Outreach
  • Development
  • Production
  • Programming

For further details, requirements, internship gain, and to fill out an application please visit the Kelly Strayhorn Theater webpage.

For employers, institutions and schools…if you have a position to fill or opportunities to share, let us know. We’d love to be of help in getting the good word out. Email us at info@treadingart.com