August Wilson African American Cultural Center

My hubby and I wanted to visit the museum to learn more about black history on August Wilson and the role he played in Pittsburgh. We were greeted with smiles. The museum cost is free and only asks for donations. They offer self - or staff guided tours. We chose the tour from staff. Caleb had enough information to 9verflow.my brain. Lol. The selection of artifacts allowed me to imagine what happened during that era. This museum and cultural center is a must see. They also host live concerts and other events.

There is n0ever, not, a time to experience the cultural diversity that is in abundance at the August Wilson Center. This exhibit was thought provoking, and really embodied some of the black and brown experiences that have evolved over time, but still remain prominent in our culture. I'm so glad they're open for our viewing pleasure again.The staff was so very pleasant and accommodating! They spoke with us about the exhibits and what's coming in the future and even let me know qhats around the cultural district that's worth exploring! Do yourself, and The August Wilson Center, a favor and make it down there to see our beautiful cultures come to life.

Unique theatre venue downtown Pittsburgh on Liberty Avenue. The auditorium is smaller than the Benedum making it feel intimate and like you are closer to the performance... which you are! The lobby is open and it is nice that you can see all the action on Liberty Ave. The Pittsburgh Ballet has one of its seasons performances there. The August brings in unique and fresh groups. It also has great guest speakers and art exhibits. The August Wilson is a positive addition to our growing art culture.

I purchased tickets to see a concert here. The museum was a free bonus. I love the different exhibits. I discovered to new artist who's work I really enjoyed. The drinks were affordable and the staff had great knowledge about the art.

We planned a day trip arriving from Columbus Ohio, just to visit this Museum and it turned out they only had one exhibit. So unfortunately we didn't get to experience the entire museum. The check-in process was pleasant but I felt there was a missed opportunity, especially since it was Juneteenth weekend.

I've been a member here for 2 years, and I am proud to support the wonderful programming that takes place. For example, I have attended Jazz/Poetry performances by Sean Jones and Vanessa German. I've seen August Wilson plays staged here, modern dance, Jazz concerts, and a whole lot more. Besides their own programs, the center rents as a venue, and they are a fabulous place to hold an event.There is a small gallery connected to the Center, but it's just a small piece of what takes place. The real strength of the August Wilson Center is in the performing arts. There's not a bad seat in the theater and I have been overwhelmed by the talent I've seen on display.

This review is limited to the concert given by Broadway Tony winner Kelli O'Hara. The Franco Harris auditorium seats about 400-500 people and is reminiscent of Broadway theaters in NY except only much nicer.Kelli won her Tony in 2015 for her portrayal of Anna in the revival of "the King and I". She has an outstanding voice and as I guessed it she does sing opera. She is slated to perform at the Met in Lincoln Center later this year.Kelli sang a variety of songs from her various shows including my favorite "South Pacific." I loved how she did the "man" roles including Ezio Pinzo's "This nearly was mine" with such emotion you could actually want to cry over his loss of Nellie Forbush.Kelli told the story of her life as she moved from the farms of Oklahoma to the bustling city of life of Manhattan. She ran into great notables along the way including the late Marvin Hamlisch whom she dedicated a song to. She also met the grandson of the late Richard Rodgers.She does do some composing and one of the songs she had written was spot on! Perhaps the best part of the evening was when she donned a cowboy hat from SW Randall and sang about a country girl resettling in NY and going into labor at the Metropolitan Opera house. She had everyone in stitches!She sang at Sunday's (9-24-17) wedding of Phillipa Soo to Steven Pasquale. Phillipa was the original Eliza Hamilton in the famous musical Hamilton. She rapped in fun a little but it would have been nice to see a rendition of "Burn" from her. She sang a tender song at the show's end but was given a callback to sing "I could have danced all night" from My Fair Lady.This concert held at the August Wilson Center enable me to see only a little of the ground floor but was a different venue for the series Trust Cabaret series. The show was excellent and was glad I had the opportunity to see her perform live in concert.

This is a lovely and badly needed facility. For a city whose population is 27% black, many poor, it long lacked a comparable cultural center for a relatively ignored demographic. It's also a fine monument to the city's most celebrated playwright. We came here one summer afternoon for their "Lunch on Liberty" program, where they offered free entertainment on the patio to anyone wishing to stop by. The main gallery inside was closed off to make way for a new exhibition, but we enjoyed several displays of Teenie Harris's photography.My concern is that the nonprofit Center is apparently in debt and having trouble raising enough funds to keep it going. Given its namesake, it does seem appropriate that it should struggle. It's understandable, given that it was built and completed at a time when the economy is down and the arts are particularly struggling. But I hope they find a way to make it happen, and I hope Pittsburghers will support the Wilson Center.

A TERRIBLE place to work for. Arguments and nasty attitudes all around. It seemed like the people in charge of events had to let you know who was in charge. If you didn't like it you could go home after putting in the hardest part of the work. I can't wait for KARMA to activate in their lives.

Poetry Unplugged presented Shock Value featuring Malcolm-Jamal Warner. Such an amazing event!