Join us for stories, songs, movement and hands-on activities–designed to introduce children to language and culture through play and shared reading.The target audience is for children age 0 through 5 and their caregivers. It runs from 10:30 to 11:30 am. The Squirrel Hill branch is located at 5801 Forbes Ave. (map), accessible by a number of city buses.
New 4K Restoration! Original Japanese Cut!Spirits in the drinking water, stolen ears, crabs with human faces: such are the endless wonders of Kwaidan. A haunting masterpiece of world cinema, Kwaidan remains one of the most visually astonishing horror films ever made. Directed by the legendary Japanese filmmaker Masaki Kobayashi (Harakiri) and based on the collected folklore Lafcadio Hearn, this anthology film presents four supernatural tales: a doomed samurai haunted by his past, a snow spirit's deadly bargain, a blind musician performing for the dead, and a mysterious encounter with a man who cannot stop smiling.
Produced during the golden age of Japanese cinema, Kwaidan was an ambitious and extraordinarily expensive undertaking, with Kobayashi constructing elaborate expressionistic sets that transform traditional ghost stories into breathtaking cinematic nightmares. Eschewing realism in favor of stylized color palettes, theatrical staging, and an eerie, avant-garde soundscape by composer Toru Takemitsu (Akira Kurosawa’s Ran), the film created a visual language that continues to influence filmmakers more than sixty years later. This new restoration of Kwaidan reflects the full, original three-hour cut of the film as originally released in Japan.
It plays at the Harris Theater in downtown's Cultural District (map) and tickets are available online.
Like shining stars, TOMORROW X TOGETHER’s fourth world tour 'ACT : TOMORROW' unfolds as a dazzling journey toward the tomorrow they promised together. From its beautiful storytelling to the stunning production and powerful live performances that captivated MOA around the world, experience the immersive energy of TOMORROW X TOGETHER’s spectacular world tour on the big screen!It plays locally, so far, at the AMC Loews Waterfront and the Cinemark theaters in McCandless, Monroeville, and Robinson. Tickets are available online.
ENHYPEN’s ongoing world tour ‘BLOOD SAGA’ continues to captivate audiences around the world. Relive the unforgettable Seoul concert that marked the beginning of the ‘BLOOD SAGA’, where a mesmerizing dark fantasy comes to life. The members' fierce, synchronized choreography and a spectacular, breathtaking stage design emerge from the red glow and deep darkness. Experience the intense band-style sound and the unrivaled vampire universe that only ENHYPEN can deliver in cinemas!It plays locally, so far, at the AMC Loews Waterfront and the Cinemkark theaers in McCandless, Monroeville, and Robinson. Tickets are available onilne.
Celebrating their 10th debut anniversary, SEVENTEEN embarks on a world tour fueled by their determination for a fresh start, just like the title 'NEW_'. With their unrivaled stage presence and explosive energy, SEVENTEEN once again proves their unlimited potential. Experience the blazing heat of the concert—bursting with each member’s unique charm—right on the big screen!It is scheduled to play locally, so far, at the AMC Loews Waterfront and the Cinemark theaters in McCandless, Monroeville, and Robinson. Tickets are available online.
Hayao Miyazaki’s Academy Award®-winning animated feature film comes to life in this first-ever stage adaptation, full of dazzling sets, captivating musical numbers, and wondrous puppets of beloved characters. Adapted and directed by Tony Award®-winner John Caird (Les Misérables), two unique casts and performances were filmed during the show’s acclaimed 2022 run at Tokyo’s historic Imperial Theatre, featuring Kanna Hashimoto and Mone Kamishiraishi as Chihiro.Kanna Hashimoto stars in the October 1 screening and Mone Kamishiraishi stars in the October 8 shows. It plays locally at the AMC Loews Waterfront, the Cinemark theaters in McCandless, Monroeville, and Robinson, the GQT Pittsburgh Mills, and the Chartiers Valley Luxury 14 + PTX. Tickets are available online.
Imagine a musical version of Hamlet set to a juicy, tripped-out bass hook.
The psychedelic riffs are courtesy of Jang Young Gyu (that’s Mr. Jang to you), Leenalchi’s enigmatic leader. Born in 1968, Mr. Jang has witnessed the unprecedented popularity of Korean culture reach every corner of the planet from within. Even on this EP, you’ll find evidence of that reach in their cover of “Let’s Live for Today” by Los Angeles rock band, The Grass Roots. Leenalchi’s version was originally recorded for Kagonada’s acclaimed adaptation of Min Jin Lee’s bestselling novel, Pachinko, and was used as the theme song in the final episode.
In a landscape dominated by the K-pop industry, Mr. Jang represents the country’s small but dedicated indie music scene; he is also a prestigious film composer, scoring soundtracks for some of Korea’s most celebrated movies like Train to Busan, The Wailing, and The Good, the Bad, the Weird.
The band performs at 8:00 pm at the Warhol Museum, part of its Sound Series. Tickets are available online. The Andy Warhol Museum is located at 117 Sandusky Street on the North Shore (map).
Join artist Maree ReMalia and Founder & Executive Director of Foster Love Project, Kelly Hughes, for a conversation about adoption, identity, belonging, and the creative process behind WITH OURSELVES, WITH EACH OTHER (WOWEO), a new performance that touches on these themes. Enjoy a free buffet-style dinner catered by Manduhandu in the KST Lounge, arranged with a cozy living-room-style setup. Share your experiences and questions as we get to know Maree and look ahead to the world premiere of her original performance, co-presented by KST and Hatch Arts Collective.
Tickets are available online. The Kelly Strayhorn Theater is located at 5941 Penn Ave. in East Liberty (map).