Pittsburgh CLO
Latest News on Pittsburgh CLO:
BIO
Since 1946, the Pittsburgh CLO has been the driving force behind live musical theater in Pittsburgh and the entire Southwestern Pennsylvania region. Under the direction of Van Kaplan since 1997, this not-for-profit arts organization appreciates the support of nearly 200,000 patrons each year and produces a subscription series, educational programs, national tours and develops and invests in new works, including 13 Broadway shows (13 Tony Awards®) featuring the recent productions of Catch Me If You Can and The Addams Family.
Its dedication to the musical theater art form extends to include such programs as the CLO Academy, the CLO Mini Stars, the Gene Kelly Awards, the Richard Rodgers Award the National High School Musical Theater Awards, the Construction Center for the Arts and the CLO Cabaret.
Photos
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Musical
Pittsburgh CLO, An American in Paris
Videos
Video: Pittsburgh CLO Shares Footage From MEAN GIRLS Production
by Michael Major - 2026-07-09 15:54:29
Video: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Trailer at Pittsburgh CLO
by Joshua Wright - 2026-06-16 16:29:43
Video: First Look at THE LITTLE MERMAID at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Michael Major - 2025-06-03 17:03:09
Video: Get A First Look At Beth Malone in Pittsburgh CLO's SEUSSICAL
by Joshua Wright - 2024-07-30 17:08:48
Video: Nikki Renee Daniels & Charles Esten in Pittsburgh CLO's THE MUSIC MAN
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-07-09 16:58:31
Video: Director Baayork Lee On Taking On WEST SIDE STORY At Pittsburgh CLO
by Joshua Wright - 2024-06-12 13:01:59
News
SUMMER, 1976 to Open Lantern Theater Company's Season in Philadelphia
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2026
Lantern Theater Company will present the Philadelphia premiere of David Auburn's SUMMER, 1976, directed by Kate Galvin, at St. Stephen's Theater in Center City.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2026
Lantern Theater Company will present the Philadelphia premiere of David Auburn's SUMMER, 1976, directed by Kate Galvin, at St. Stephen's Theater in Center City.
A LANDING OVATION to Unite Pittsburgh Opera, Ballet and CLO/Public Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2026
Pittsburgh Opera, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, and the newly merged Pittsburgh CLO and Pittsburgh Public Theater will join forces for a free outdoor season preview at Arts Landing in downtown Pittsburgh.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2026
Pittsburgh Opera, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, and the newly merged Pittsburgh CLO and Pittsburgh Public Theater will join forces for a free outdoor season preview at Arts Landing in downtown Pittsburgh.
Full Cast Set For MAYBE HAPPY ENDING North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2026
Steven Huynh and Claire Kwon will reprise their Broadway roles as the MAYBE HAPPY ENDING North American tour launches in Baltimore on September 13, 2026, with over 30 additional cities to follow.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2026
Steven Huynh and Claire Kwon will reprise their Broadway roles as the MAYBE HAPPY ENDING North American tour launches in Baltimore on September 13, 2026, with over 30 additional cities to follow.
Sam Simahk to Join MAYBE HAPPY ENDING as Standby for 'Oliver' & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026
Sam Simahk will be joining the company of Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway as a Standby for Oliver, Gil, and James. Sam Simahk previously appeared on Broadway in Carousel.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026
Sam Simahk will be joining the company of Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway as a Standby for Oliver, Gil, and James. Sam Simahk previously appeared on Broadway in Carousel.
Dallas Arts Giants Eye Merger, Pittsburgh's Is Official
by Alex Freeman - Aug 3, 2026
Dallas arts giants explore a merger, Pittsburgh's is complete, and a Disney vet takes on global production. Plus: West End pay wins, France restores arts funding, and Edinburgh's King's Theatre reopens after redevelopment.
by Alex Freeman - Aug 3, 2026
Dallas arts giants explore a merger, Pittsburgh's is complete, and a Disney vet takes on global production. Plus: West End pay wins, France restores arts funding, and Edinburgh's King's Theatre reopens after redevelopment.
Pittsburgh CLO And Pittsburgh Public Theater Complete Merger; Announces Inaugural Shows
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 1, 2026
Pittsburgh CLO and Pittsburgh Public Theater completed their merger, uniting two of the region's most storied performing arts institutions into a single company, which will be the largest professional producing theater in Pittsburgh.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 1, 2026
Pittsburgh CLO and Pittsburgh Public Theater completed their merger, uniting two of the region's most storied performing arts institutions into a single company, which will be the largest professional producing theater in Pittsburgh.
Video: MEAN GIRLS Rehearsals Begin at The Cape Playhouse
by Michael Major - Jul 31, 2026
The Cape Playhouse has shared rehearsal footage from its upcoming production of MEAN GIRLS, which begins performances in August. Watch the video from the upcoming production now!
by Michael Major - Jul 31, 2026
The Cape Playhouse has shared rehearsal footage from its upcoming production of MEAN GIRLS, which begins performances in August. Watch the video from the upcoming production now!
Review: SUFFS Rouses and Inspires at Benedum Center
by Greg Kerestan - Jul 26, 2026
The (maybe) final show in CLO's history, this tour stop still has a lot to say.
by Greg Kerestan - Jul 26, 2026
The (maybe) final show in CLO's history, this tour stop still has a lot to say.
Video: Pittsburgh CLO Shares Footage From MEAN GIRLS Production
by Michael Major - Jul 9, 2026
Pittsburgh CLO has posted footage from its production of MEAN GIRLS, the musical based on Tina Fey's hit film about high school social hierarchies. Watch the new video now!
by Michael Major - Jul 9, 2026
Pittsburgh CLO has posted footage from its production of MEAN GIRLS, the musical based on Tina Fey's hit film about high school social hierarchies. Watch the new video now!
Video: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Pittsburgh CLO
by Joshua Wright - Jun 25, 2026
Pittsburgh CLO posted a production video from its Benedum Center staging of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, the Tony and Grammy Award-winning show celebrating Carole King's life and music.
by Joshua Wright - Jun 25, 2026
Pittsburgh CLO posted a production video from its Benedum Center staging of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, the Tony and Grammy Award-winning show celebrating Carole King's life and music.
Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Pittsburgh CLO
by Greg Kerestan - Jun 25, 2026
Just because the music speaks for itself in this jukebox musical, doesn't mean the stories aren't worth hearing.
by Greg Kerestan - Jun 25, 2026
Just because the music speaks for itself in this jukebox musical, doesn't mean the stories aren't worth hearing.
Coaches, Judges and Presenters Announced for 2026 Jimmy Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 18, 2026
The panel of judges for the 2026 Jimmy Awards is comprised of notable theatre professionals including Tony Award®-winning producers, prestigious casting experts, and industry leaders. Winners and finalists will be selected by Montego Glover, Kenny Leon, Joe Machota, Alecia Parker, Marc Platt, Tara Rubin, Thomas Schumacher, Bernard Telsey, and Lia Vollack. Preliminary judges who adjudicated and cast the nominees in the Character and Feature Groups included Kristian Charbonier, Stephanie Klapper, Sammy Lopez, Kevin Metzger-Timson, Dale Mott, T. Oliver Reid, and Rachel Sussman.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 18, 2026
The panel of judges for the 2026 Jimmy Awards is comprised of notable theatre professionals including Tony Award®-winning producers, prestigious casting experts, and industry leaders. Winners and finalists will be selected by Montego Glover, Kenny Leon, Joe Machota, Alecia Parker, Marc Platt, Tara Rubin, Thomas Schumacher, Bernard Telsey, and Lia Vollack. Preliminary judges who adjudicated and cast the nominees in the Character and Feature Groups included Kristian Charbonier, Stephanie Klapper, Sammy Lopez, Kevin Metzger-Timson, Dale Mott, T. Oliver Reid, and Rachel Sussman.
Video: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Trailer at Pittsburgh CLO
by Joshua Wright - Jun 16, 2026
Pittsburgh CLO posted a production video from its Benedum Center run of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, the Tony and Grammy Award-winning show celebrating Carole King's life and music.
by Joshua Wright - Jun 16, 2026
Pittsburgh CLO posted a production video from its Benedum Center run of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, the Tony and Grammy Award-winning show celebrating Carole King's life and music.
Full Cast Set for INTO THE WOODS at Cape Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2026
The Cape Playhouse announced full casting for INTO THE WOODS, led by Javier Muñoz as Baker, with Nick Adams, Alex Finke, Pearl Sun, and others in the Sondheim-Lapine classic. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2026
The Cape Playhouse announced full casting for INTO THE WOODS, led by Javier Muñoz as Baker, with Nick Adams, Alex Finke, Pearl Sun, and others in the Sondheim-Lapine classic. Learn more here!
Industry Pro Newsletter: The Lost Boys Wins Big in the Theater Fans Choice Awards — Plus the WNO-Kennedy Center Drama Heats Up
by Alex Freeman - Jun 15, 2026
The theater world never really slows down — and this week is proof. The Lost Boys dominated our Theater Fans' Choice Awards, sweeping nearly every musical category, while the Washington National Opera's legal battle with the Kennedy Center over $17 million in disputed funds continues to unfold. On a more hopeful note, Berkeley's beloved Aurora Theatre is planning its comeback after a year in the dark. All that, plus BroadwayWorld has launched a brand-new Producer Fantasy Game — so if you've ever thought you could pick the hits, now's your chance to prove it.
by Alex Freeman - Jun 15, 2026
The theater world never really slows down — and this week is proof. The Lost Boys dominated our Theater Fans' Choice Awards, sweeping nearly every musical category, while the Washington National Opera's legal battle with the Kennedy Center over $17 million in disputed funds continues to unfold. On a more hopeful note, Berkeley's beloved Aurora Theatre is planning its comeback after a year in the dark. All that, plus BroadwayWorld has launched a brand-new Producer Fantasy Game — so if you've ever thought you could pick the hits, now's your chance to prove it.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre To Offer Weekly Dance Fitness Classes Downtown
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 10, 2026
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) will collaborate with the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust to offer free weekly PBT Dance & Fitness classes downtown at Arts Landing throughout the summer and a “Dance the Story” program for children during Family Fest in September.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 10, 2026
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) will collaborate with the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust to offer free weekly PBT Dance & Fitness classes downtown at Arts Landing throughout the summer and a “Dance the Story” program for children during Family Fest in September.
Industry Pro Newsletter: The Tony Effect: Analyzing Post-Awards Ticket Data
by Alex Freeman - Jun 8, 2026
Following the 79th Annual Tony Awards, this coverage examines the immediate impact of Broadway's biggest night, including data-driven insights into post-ceremony ticket sales and a recap of key event moments. Outside New York, the industry continues to navigate significant organizational shifts, featuring new leadership appointments at the Berkeley and Nottingham Playhouses and strategic developments at the Kennedy Center and Norwich Theatre, alongside reports of major financial milestones at Hartford Stage and the Overture Center.
by Alex Freeman - Jun 8, 2026
Following the 79th Annual Tony Awards, this coverage examines the immediate impact of Broadway's biggest night, including data-driven insights into post-ceremony ticket sales and a recap of key event moments. Outside New York, the industry continues to navigate significant organizational shifts, featuring new leadership appointments at the Berkeley and Nottingham Playhouses and strategic developments at the Kennedy Center and Norwich Theatre, alongside reports of major financial milestones at Hartford Stage and the Overture Center.
Kyra Kennedy and More to Star in BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Pittsburgh CLO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2026
Pittsburgh CLO has revealed the cast and creative team of BEAUTIFUL: The Carole King Musical at the Benedum Center as part of Pittsburgh CLO's 2026 Summer of Musicals.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2026
Pittsburgh CLO has revealed the cast and creative team of BEAUTIFUL: The Carole King Musical at the Benedum Center as part of Pittsburgh CLO's 2026 Summer of Musicals.
McCallum Theatre Hosts The Lucie Arnaz Awards, Top Student Performers Advance To Jimmy Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
The McCallum Theatre and Musical Theatre University hosted the Lucie Arnaz Awards, honoring high school musical theatre excellence across California's Inland Empire. Two winners will advance to the Jimmy Awards at the Minskoff Theatre in New York City.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
The McCallum Theatre and Musical Theatre University hosted the Lucie Arnaz Awards, honoring high school musical theatre excellence across California's Inland Empire. Two winners will advance to the Jimmy Awards at the Minskoff Theatre in New York City.
Nia Sioux, Abigail Isom, Cecilia Petrush and More Join MEAN GIRLS at Pittsburgh CLO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2026
Pittsburgh CLO has revealed the cast and creative team of Mean Girls, the Broadway musical based on Tina Fey's iconic film, running at the Benedum Center as part of Pittsburgh CLO's 2026 PNC Summer of Musicals.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2026
Pittsburgh CLO has revealed the cast and creative team of Mean Girls, the Broadway musical based on Tina Fey's iconic film, running at the Benedum Center as part of Pittsburgh CLO's 2026 PNC Summer of Musicals.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Pittsburgh CLO been nominated for?
and Best Musical (Tony Awards) for An American in Paris.
