Pittsburgh CLO

For the first time since 2009, we are proud to present the Richard Rodgers Award to Stephen Flaherty!

The Richard Rodgers Award for Excellence in Musical Theater honors individuals whose extraordinary talent and lifetime contributions have helped shape the world of musical theater.

We are thrilled to recognize Stephen with this prestigious award and commemorate his outstanding legacy. His music has been an important part of our history, and we have been honored to bring some of his beloved works to our stage, including Seussical and Once on This Island.

We are especially excited to welcome Stephen to our 80th Anniversary Gala Concert on June 12, where we will honor his remarkable career while celebrating this milestone anniversary for Pittsburgh CLO!

Don’t miss your chance to experience this special night. Get your tickets today at PITTSBURGHCLO.org.

On June 3, 1946, the first Civic Light Opera production debuted at Pitt Stadium!

Edgar J. Kaufmann and A.L. Wolk shared a dream of bringing the Pittsburgh community together through the arts to unite the community with musical entertainment. This dream became a reality, and the rest is history.

80 years. 960 months. A lasting Pittsburgh legacy.🎭🌟💛

We’ve got a friend in this BEAUTIFUL cast! 🎶⭐️🎹

This is an inspiring story of a girl from Brooklyn who became one of the most successful singer-songwriters in music history! With unforgettable hits like “It’s Too Late,” “You’ve Got a Friend,” “So Far Away,” and “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman,” BEAUTIFUL is a moving, music-filled portrait of resilience, self-discovery, and the healing power of song.

🎟️: https://pittsburghclo.culturaldistrict.org/production/104083/list_performances

Director/Choreographer: Dan Knechtges
Music Director: Catie Brown
Stage Manager: Renee Rimland
Scenic Designer: Derek McLane
Costume Designer: Mary Folino
Additional Costume Designs: Colleen Grady
Costume Coordinator: Kyle Huber
Lighting Designer: Paul Miller and Jonathan Spencer
Sound Designer: Sarah Speck
Hair and Makeup Designer: Kelley Jordan
Hair and Makeup Supervisor: Jayson Kolbicz
Intimacy Coordinator: Tome’ Cousin

This cast is TOTALLY GROOL! 💕🎶💅

This fiercely funny and witty musical brings the iconic 2004 film to the stage! From book writer Tina Fey (30 Rock), this smash-hit musical features a contemporary and catchy score, including songs like “World Burn” and “I’d Rather Be Me.” MEAN GIRLS delivers big laughs, non-stop fun, and a reminder of the importance of staying true to yourself.

🎟️: https://pittsburghclo.culturaldistrict.org/production/104084/list_performances

Director: Mara Newbery Greer
Choreographer: Dana Solimando
Music Director: Robert Neumeyer
Scenic Designer: Stephen Gifford
Video Designer: David Murakami
Season Lighting Designer: Paul Miller
Costume Coordinator: Dylan Blussick
Hair and Makeup Designer: Jeff Knaggs
Sound Designer: Sarah Speck
Properties Designer: Kevin Williams
Stage Manager: Natalie Hratko
Intimacy Coordinator: Tome’ Cousin

Celebrating 80 years of LOVE! ✨🌈🎶

The stage is calling again, and this time in Pittsburgh! So excited to continue doing what I love most in my hometown🥹 so happy to be a part of meangirls again but this time on stage iykyk😉 see you soon CLO 🖤💛

Meet the Cast of our 80th Anniversary Gala Concert!✨

- Friday, June 12
- August Wilson African American Cultural Center

Don’t miss this one-night-only celebration honoring 80 years of Pittsburgh CLO. Journey through eight decades of history with a spectacular evening of music, fond memories, and special tributes celebrating Pittsburgh CLO’s legacy as both a nationally recognized producer, and presenter of world-class musical theater. Featuring selections from The Producers, Catch Me If You Can, Cats, The Addams Family, Spamalot, Curtains, An American in Paris, and The Color Purple, performed by Pittsburgh CLO alumni, Pittsburgh CLO Academy Students and Mini Stars, and 2026 Gene Kelly Award nominees.

This concert is part of our 80th Anniversary Gala, in honor of Carol Hefren Tillotson and her remarkable leadership and lifelong dedication to the arts. All-Inclusive Gala Tickets include an exclusive pre-show cocktail hour, premium seats to the one-night-only 80th Anniversary Concert, seated dinner with the stars of the show, and post-performance Show Tune Karaoke.

Sponsorships, All-Inclusive Gala Tickets, and Concert-Only tickets are on sale now at http://onecau.se/80yearsclogala

This gala celebration serves as a vital fundraiser for Pittsburgh CLO’s education and arts programs.

We are so excited! More info coming soon💗💅✨

Nia Sioux Joins Cast of Mean Girls at Pittsburgh CLO The Dance Moms and 11 to Midnight star will make her next stage appearance in the musical version of the 2004 film.

Only ONE MONTH until our Summer of Musicals begins!

And THAT’S the tea!