Showing posts with label music. Show all posts
Showing posts with label music. Show all posts

Saturday, November 8, 2025

Next Seoul Saturday, with chill KR&B from 9 pm and Kpop past 12, November 15 in Shadyside.


HOKAH, a recently-opened event space and hookah bar, will host its next Seoul Saturday with DJ IMYOONOTYOU on November 15. There will be a set of chill Korean R&B from 9 pm to 12 am, with a set of Kpop after midnight. HOKAH is located at 5744 Ellsworth Ave. (map).

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

2025 concert film j-hope Tour 'HOPE ON THE STAGE' THE MOVIE in Pittsburgh, November 12 and 15.


The 2025 concert film j-hope Tour 'HOPE ON THE STAGE' THE MOVIE will play in Pittsburgh-area theaters on November 12 and 15.
“I won’t forget this. Since this is my Safety Zone.” Spanning 16 cities and 33 performances with 524,000 ARMY worldwide, j-hope’s first solo world tour “HOPE ON THE STAGE” celebrates its grand finale. Experience the spectacular two-night encore from Goyang - now in cinemas! Witness the full spectrum of j-hope's artistry, from the iconic tracks of his solo album “Jack In The Box” and special album “HOPE ON THE STREET VOL.1” to the world premiere of “Killin’ It Girl.” Experience his spectacular live performances on the big screen, complete with exclusive behind-the-scenes moments and special stages featuring Jin, Jung Kook, and Crush. Relive the unforgettable, sparkling moment between j-hope and ARMY - j-hope’s true “Safety Zone”- and experience the final stage of his first solo world tour in HOPE ON THE STAGE THE MOVIE.
It is scheduled to play locally at the AMC Loews Waterfront and the Cinemark in Robinson, and tickets are available online.

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Tuvan throat singers Alash Ensemble in Pittsburgh, November 15.


Tuvan throat singers Alash Ensemble will return to Pittsburgh on November 15.
Alash are masters of Tuvan throat singing, a remarkable technique for singing multiple pitches at the same time. Masters of traditional Tuvan instruments as well as the art of throat singing, Alash are deeply committed to traditional Tuvan music and culture. At the same time, they are fans of western music. Believing that traditional music must constantly evolve, the musicians subtly infuse their songs with western elements, creating their own unique style that is fresh and new, yet true to their Tuvan musical heritage.
This is a reschedule of its March 7 concert and a day later than originally announced. The group will perform at the First Unitarian Church in Shadyside (map) from 8:00 pm. Tickets are available for purchase in-person at Jerry's Records, Government Center, Vinyl Remains, and Rosie's Records, or online via Brown Paper Tickets (which charges a 12% service fee).

Saturday, November 1, 2025

Concert film MONSTA X : CONNECT X IN CINEMAS in Pittsburgh, December 3 and 7.


The concert film MONSTA X : CONNECT X IN CINEMAS, with Korean pop group Monsta X, will play in Pittsburgh on December 3 and 7.
In July 2025, MONSTA X set the KSPO DOME ablaze over three unforgettable days with their show 2025 MONSTA X CONNECT X. From the powerful live band session and a setlist packed with spectacular performances, to never-before-seen behind-the-scenes footage of the preparation process, and exclusive, heartfelt interviews where the members reflect on their intense 10-year journey — this film captures it all. A chronicle of a decade-long story written together by MONSTA X and MONBEBE.
It is scheduled to play locally, so far, at the Cinemark theaters in Monroeville and Robinson, and tickets are available online.

Thursday, October 30, 2025

More theaters announced for KPop Demon Hunters A Sing-Along Event in Pittsburgh, October 31 - November 2.


The feature-length film KPop Demon Hunters A Sing-Along Event will return to Pittsburgh from October 31, with many more theaters added to the original listings.
We're goin' up, up, up — and now it's YOUR moment! Back by popular demand on Halloween weekend, seal the Honmoon and sing your favorite "KPop Demon Hunters" songs with HUNTR/X and the Saja Boys in this full-length, sing-along version of the Netflix hit film.
It played here previously in August. It is scheduled to play locally at most local theaters, including the Manor Theater in Squirrel Hill, the AMC Loews Waterfront, AMC Classic Mt. Lebanon, AMC Classic South Hills, Waterworks Cinema, GQT Pittsburgh Mills, Chartiers Valley Luxury 14, and the Cinemark theaters in Monroeville and McCandless. Tickets are available online.

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Concert film G-Dragon in Cinema: Übermensch in Pittsburgh, from October 29.


The upcoming G-Drago concert film G-Dragon in Cinema: Übermensch will play in Pittsburgh from October 29.
After eight years, the icon of a generation roars back with an epic world tour – UBERMENSCH. Every beat, every breath, every moment that will redefine his legacy bursts onto the big screen. From the anthems that shook the world – “Crooked”, “POWER,” “HEARTBREAKER” – to an epic setlist spanning his most iconic hits, joined by an all-star guest lineup including TAEYANG, DAESUNG, CL, and more. Feel the raw energy, the fire, the unrepeatable magic – captured live and unleashed through SCREENX, 4DX and IMAX.
It is scheduled to play locally, on certain days, at the AMC Loews Waterfront and the Cinemark theaters in Monroeville, North Hills, Robinson, and tickets are available online.

Thursday, October 16, 2025

KPop Demon Hunters A Sing-Along Event in Pittsburgh, October 31 - November 2.


The feature-length film KPop Demon Hunters A Sing-Along Event will return to Pittsburgh from October 31.
We're goin' up, up, up — and now it's YOUR moment! Back by popular demand on Halloween weekend, seal the Honmoon and sing your favorite "KPop Demon Hunters" songs with HUNTR/X and the Saja Boys in this full-length, sing-along version of the Netflix hit film.
It played here previously in August. It is scheduled to play locally, so far, at the AMC Loews Waterfront and the Cinemark theaters in Monroeville and Monaca, and tickets are available online. The Cinemark website also indicates shows in McCandless, with tickets for those available here.

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

You Had to Be There Kpop Night coming to Pittsburgh, March 21.


Very advance notice for You Had To Be There's Kpop Night in Pittsburgh, March 21 at City Winery in the Strip District.
Dance to your favorite KPOP songs all night long! Party all night to your favorite hits from BTS, BLACKPINK, Stray Kids, TWICE, NCT, NewJeans, and more! Local dance cover groups will also be taking the stage throughout the night.
Tickets are not yet available.

Monday, October 13, 2025

TWICE documentary ONE IN A MILL10N in Pittsburgh area, from October 20.


The 2025 documentary on Korean group TWICE, ONE IN A MILL10N, plays in the Pittsburgh area from October 20.
In 2015, with the greeting “One in a million, TWICE!”, a new K - pop group stepped on to the world stage. From chart - topping anthems like “CHEER UP,” “TT,” “What is Love?,” "FANCY,” and “Feel Special”, TWICE captured hearts far beyond Korea, becoming a global phenomenon. This documentary follows their decade - long journey — countless hours of dedication, the dazzling spotlight of worldwide tours, and candid reflections on their growth, friendship, and even their dreams for the future. For ten years, brighter than any stage light, ‘ONCE’ has been at the very heart of their story. Through never - before - seen interviews and the heartfelt process of preparing a 10th anniversary celebration, the film reveals what TWICE has truly meant to one another — and to the fans who have walked beside them. On their 10th anniversary, 〈 ONE IN A MILLI0N 〉 comes to the screen, revealing the true reason behind the existence of TWICE — a group like no other.
It is scheduled to play locally at the AMC Loews Waterfront and the Cinemark theaters in McCandless, Monroeville, and Robinson, and tickets are available online.

Friday, October 10, 2025

Fourth River Public Music Industry Seminars: Record Labels, with Melanie Sheehan and Joyce Lim, October 18 at Wood Street Galleries.


Fourth River will present "Fourth River Public Music Industry Seminars: Record Label," with guest speakers Melanie Sheehan and Joyce Lim, on October 18 at the Wood Street Galleries.
What is the role of a label in 2025? How do you get on their radars to get signed? What are the pros and cons of big, major labels and small, indie labels? How do you start your own? This session will cover the world of music labels in the present day and help musicians engage with them with agency. Guest speakers: Melanie Sheehan (US General Manager, Rough Trade Records) and Joyce Lim (1432r).

Fourth River, a collaboration between Honcho PGH and The Rising Artist Foundation, is proud to present our FREE Public Music Industry Seminars, every Saturday from Oct. 11 to Nov. 15 at Wood Street Galleries. Named in homage to the city's underground, essential aquifer, this program will help artists nourish and navigate their creative careers with clarity. Each week, we'll present different topics with leading guest speakers to help demystify the music industry for rising music makers.
The event runs from 2:00 to 3:00 pm and is free and open to the public, though online RSVP is required. Wood Street Galleries are located at 601 Wood St. downtown (map).

Pittsburgh Taiko Beginner Classes, four Sundays starting October 19.


Pittsburgh Taiko is resuming a series of Beginner Classes starting October 19 and running for four Sundays. through November 9.

Learn taiko drumming with Pittsburgh Taiko!

On Sunday mornings starting October 19, Pittsburgh Taiko will hold a four-week introductory class. This class is for people who are interested in joining our performing group or anyone who wants to just give taiko a try.

Taiko combines energetic hits with calm focus, balances group unity with individual expression, and requires both power and subtlety.  

Each class is from 10 to 11:30 AM at our studio in Bellevue. 

Dates for the four-week course:

  • Class 1: Sunday, October 19
  • Class 2: Sunday, October 26
  • Class 3: Sunday, November 2
  • Class 4: Sunday, November 9

No experience is necessary! If you recently took one of our workshops, this will be a more in-depth study of some of the topics we introduced there.

These classes are designed for adults and older kids (high school or older). Discounted rates are available for full-time students and JASP members.

Note that our studio is a masked space, and unfortunately it is not accessible to folks who can't climb stairs.

Please read the FAQ information at pittsburghtaiko.com/classes before registering.

Sessions are $50 for the general public and $40 for JASP members and students. Registration may be completed online. The studio is located at 2 N. Balph Ave., second floor in Bellevue (map).

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Tuvan throat singers Alash Ensemble in Pittsburgh, November 15.


Tuvan throat singers Alash Ensemble will return to Pittsburgh on November 15.
Alash are masters of Tuvan throat singing, a remarkable technique for singing multiple pitches at the same time. Masters of traditional Tuvan instruments as well as the art of throat singing, Alash are deeply committed to traditional Tuvan music and culture. At the same time, they are fans of western music. Believing that traditional music must constantly evolve, the musicians subtly infuse their songs with western elements, creating their own unique style that is fresh and new, yet true to their Tuvan musical heritage.
This is a reschedule of its March 7 concert and a day later than originally announced. The group will perform at the First Unitarian Church in Shadyside (map) from 8:00 pm. Tickets are available for purchase in-person at Jerry's Records, Government Center, Vinyl Remains, and Rosie's Records, or online via Brown Paper Tickets (which charges a 12% service fee).

Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Concert film G-Dragon in Cinema: Übermensch in Pittsburgh, from October 29.


The upcoming G-Drago concert film G-Dragon in Cinema: Übermensch will play in Pittsburgh from October 29.
After eight years, the icon of a generation roars back with an epic world tour – UBERMENSCH. Every beat, every breath, every moment that will redefine his legacy bursts onto the big screen. From the anthems that shook the world – “Crooked”, “POWER,” “HEARTBREAKER” – to an epic setlist spanning his most iconic hits, joined by an all-star guest lineup including TAEYANG, DAESUNG, CL, and more. Feel the raw energy, the fire, the unrepeatable magic – captured live and unleashed through SCREENX, 4DX and IMAX.
It is scheduled to play locally, so far, at the AMC Loews Waterfront and the Cinemark theater in North Hills, and tickets are available online.

Monday, September 29, 2025

Two remastered BTS concert films, from 2019 and 2021, in Pittsburgh-area theaters this week.


Two remastered BTS concert films will play in Pittsburgh-area theaters this week. BTS 2019 WORLD TOUR ‘LOVE YOURSELF: SPEAK YOURSELF’ LONDON Remastered plays October 1 and 5:
A breathtaking expression of true love and the meaning of existence beneath a star-filled sky—A breathtaking expression of true love and the meaning of existence beneath a star-filled sky—. A powerful blend of emotion and energy, brought to life through top-notch production and stunning LED visuals. This historic night marked BTS as the first Korean act to headline London’s Wembley Stadium, and their heartfelt voices that once echoed across the globe now come vividly alive on screen.
BTS 2021 MUSTER SOWOOZOO Remastered plays October 2 and 5.
A one-of-a-kind “FESTA” that transcended time and space, uniting BTS and ARMY as one — A spectacular open-air performance that captured the spirit of a true festival. The warmth and joy of their 8th anniversary celebration return to the screen, as vibrant and unforgettable as ever.
The movies are scheduled to play int the Cinemark theaters in McCandless, Monroeville, and Robinson, and tickets are available online.

Sunday, September 28, 2025

TWICE documentary ONE IN A MILL10N in Pittsburgh area, from October 20.


The 2025 documentary on Korean group TWICE, ONE IN A MILL10N, plays in the Pittsburgh area from October 20.
In 2015, with the greeting “One in a million, TWICE!”, a new K - pop group stepped on to the world stage. From chart - topping anthems like “CHEER UP,” “TT,” “What is Love?,” "FANCY,” and “Feel Special”, TWICE captured hearts far beyond Korea, becoming a global phenomenon. This documentary follows their decade - long journey — countless hours of dedication, the dazzling spotlight of worldwide tours, and candid reflections on their growth, friendship, and even their dreams for the future. For ten years, brighter than any stage light, ‘ONCE’ has been at the very heart of their story. Through never - before - seen interviews and the heartfelt process of preparing a 10th anniversary celebration, the film reveals what TWICE has truly meant to one another — and to the fans who have walked beside them. On their 10th anniversary, 〈 ONE IN A MILLI0N 〉 comes to the screen, revealing the true reason behind the existence of TWICE — a group like no other.
It is scheduled to play locally, so far, at the Cinemark theaters in McCandless and Monroeville, and tickets are available online.

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

KPOP CLUB NIGHT with DJ Chen returns to Pittsburgh, October 3.


KPOP CLUB NIGHT with DJ Chen will return to Pittsburgh on October 3.

Come and get it! Get ready for Round 2 in PGH at AVALON SOCIAL!! Join mixmaster DJ CHEN and the world-famous Kpop Club Night crew on October 3rd to sing and dance our hearts out!

This is a 21+ event. 
Doors open 10pm, curfew 2:00 am.
Physical government issued ID required. 
No Refunds. Tickets are transferrable.

Tickets are available online for $26.50. Avalon Social is a club located at 1601 E. Carson St. in the South Side (map) in what was most recently Foxtail.

BTS 2017 Live Trilogy EPISODE III THE WINGS TOUR THE FINAL Remastered in Pittsburgh, September 25 and 28.


The concert film BTS 2017 Live Trilogy EPISODE III THE WINGS TOUR THE FINAL Remastered will play in Pittsburgh on September 25 and 26, part of a four-movie series of BTS concerts.
BTS cemented their global status with their first Billboard Music Award win, and their meteoric rise is powerfully captured in . Individual and unit performances reveal a spectrum of charms through velvety vocals and poetic rap, while the electrifying performances of “Blood Sweat & Tears,” “DNA,” and “MIC Drop” showcase the tour’s expanded scale! A pivotal chapter in BTS’s journey unfolds vividly on screen.
It plays locally at the Cinemark theaters in McCandless, Monroeville, and Robinson, and tickets are available online.

Sunday, September 21, 2025

Concert film BTS 2016 Live The Most Beautiful Moment in Life On Stage: Epilogue Remastered in Pittsburgh, September 24 and 28, part of BTS film series.


The concert film BTS 2016 Live The Most Beautiful Moment in Life On Stage: Epilogue Remastered will play in Pittsburgh on September 24 and 28, the first in a series of BTS concert films playing in Pittsburgh-area theater this fall.
The grand finale of “The Most Beautiful Moment in Life” series by BTS, where the story of youth shines brightest— it’s . From the lingering tenderness of “Autumn Leaves” and “Butterfly” to the explosive performances of “FIRE,” “Save ME,” and “EPILOGUE: Young Forever,” the story of youth that defined BTS as we know today, is vividly brought to life on screen!
It is scheduled to play locally at the Cinemark theaters in McCandless, Monroeville, and Robinson, and tickets are available online.

Wednesday, September 3, 2025

CAN I KICK IT? Pittsburgh presents "Enter the Dragon," September 5 at Frankie Pace Park.


The CAN I KICK IT? outdoor movie experience will present Enter the Dragon on September 5 at Frankie Pace Park connecting downtown and the Hill District.

Shaolin Jazz and the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership are teaming up once again to bring the CAN I KICK IT? outdoor movie experience to Pittsburgh. At each event action films and martial arts flicks are scored live (scene-by-scene) with a blend of Hip Hop and much more mixed by DJ 2-Tone Jones.On Friday, Sept 5th at Frankie Pace Park they will present a special outdoor screening of one of the greatest martial arts films of all time, Enter the Dragon starring Bruce Lee.

The event is free for all ages and open to the public. The festivities kick off at 6pm with an opening set by Pittsburgh's own DJ Selecta, and the feature film will beginning around 7:30pm. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets. Food trucks and other amenities will be on site. Enter the Dragon is rated R (Restricted), attendees under age 17 require an accompanying parent or adult guardian for entry into viewing area.

The event starts at 6:00 and is free, but registration is requested. Frankie Pace Park is located at 901 Centre Ave. (map), atop the cap that was placed atop Interstate 579 in 2021. 

Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Japanese band Shonen Knife returns to Pittsburgh area, September 28.


Japanese pop punk band Shonen Knife will return to the Pittsburgh area on September 28 when they play Preserving Underground in New Kensington (map) as part of their 2025 US Tour. Tickets for the all-ages show are available online. Shonen Knife formed in 1981 and have, thankfully, played in Pittsburgh every few years when they tour the country, and were last here in 2019.

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