Thursday 11
Pittsburgh Improv Jam
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust presents its Pittsburgh Improv Jam at 10 p.m. at Cabaret at Theater Square, 655 Penn Ave., Cultural District. Every Thursday patrons can enjoy a night of spontaneous, comedic scenes inspired by audience suggestions and performed by experienced improvisers. This is a 21 and older event. For more information, call 412-456-6666 or visit www.trustarts.org.
Friday 12
Three Rivers Arts Festival
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust presents the 56th annual Dollar Bank Three Rivers Festival at Point State Park, Downtown. The theme for the annual multidisciplinary festival, which runs through June 14, is “UNSEEN/UNHEARD.” There will be art galleries, activities, installations and exhibitions to explore, and vocalize narratives that are not typically heard or are marginalized. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.TrustArts.org/TRAF.
Saturday 13
Riverview Jazz
Citiparks presents the Riverview Jazz Series from 7-8:30 p.m. at Riverview Park, North Side. Each Saturday, guests can beat the summer heat with the cool sounds of some of Pittsburgh’s best jazz musicians. The featured musician will be Max Leake. The concerts are free. For more information, call 412-255-2493 or visit www.citiparks.net.
Sunday 14
The Dance on Widow’s Row
New Horizon Theater Inc. presents “The Dance on Widow’s Row” at 3 p.m. at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Homewood Branch, 7101 Hamilton Ave., Homewood. The romantic comedy written by Samm-Art Williams follows four widows who live on the same street in fictional Port Town, N.C. The ladies have buried nine husbands altogether and find dating in their town a chore due to the local men’s reluctance to get involved with these ladies. To help find a companion, widow Magnolia Ellis throws a party where three men haltingly show up, making it an evening of laughs. This is the last day for the production; there will also be a 7:30 p.m. performance. For more information, call 412-431-0773 or email newhorizontheater@yahoo.com.
Monday 15
Savoy Jazz
Savoy Restaurant presents Savoy Jazz Mondays from 5-9 p.m. at 2623 Penn Ave., Strip District. Every Monday guests can enjoy live jazz in a sophisticated atmosphere. The evening will feature Spanky Wilson with the Roger Humphries Trio. The attire is business casual. For more information, call 412-281-0660 or visit www.savoypgh.com.
Tuesday 16
Pittsburgh Jazz Celebration
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra presents The Pittsburgh Jazz Celebration at 8 p.m. at Heinz Hall, 600 Penn Ave., Cultural District. As a kickoff to the Pittsburgh Jazz Live International, jazz greats Sean Jones, David Budway, Roger Humphries, and others will perform, followed by a special presentation by Ramsey Lewis, Kurt Elling and the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra that will explore the music of Billy Strayhorn, George Benson and Henry Mancini. The evening will be hosted by actress and singer Gloria Reuben and will include a pre-concert gala at 6 p.m. For more information, call 412-392-4900 or visit ww.trustarts.org.
Wednesday 17
Wednesday Night Live Jazz
The Rivers Club presents Wednesday Night Live Jazz from 5:30-8 p.m. at the Rivers Club, One Oxford Centre, 301 Grant St., Downtown. Every Wednesday night local artists, many from the Pittsburgh Jazz Society’s Hall of Fame, will perform. There will be a Jimmy G’s jazz buffet and more. This event is free and open to the public. Upscale casual attire, no jeans, is required. For more information, call 412-391-5227.
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