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    4.4 (73 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 7:00 PM

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    I recently attended A Christmas Story. Great story, actors did a good job. I received an email on November 24 at 6:59 am advertising a 50% discount if I ordered tickets by midnight. So I ordered 4 tickets but did not receive the discount. Using the PPT website I asked about the discount but two days later when I received a reply I was told the discount was only for the day before, November 23. But I didn't receive the email until November 24. I even forwarded the PPT email to them. Nothing. So either their Marketing Dept is incompetent, or it was a deliberate bait and switch to encourage me to order tickets. Fortunately there are other theater options in Pittsburgh. I will not stand another PPT production

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    Rachel T.

    My first time seeing a show at the O'Reilly Theater was great! My friend and I went to see The Second City improv show last night. Picking up tickets was easy since the box office is right next door. I ubered downtown, but would recommend parking in the Theater Square parking garage. The lobby is really cool and the whole building is unique. I have peaked in here during First Night or a Gallery Crawl another time, but was never in the actual theater. The staff were friendly and patient while checking IDs and tickets to get in. They were selling merchandise in the lobby and I liked that they had a sign saying there was 1 intermission and the show would end around 9:30 pm. I had no idea how long the performance would be, so it was nice to have an idea. Once inside the theater we took our seats a few rows up from the stage. Thankfully we did not have seats right next to the stage because the comics did interact with the crowd. The seats were comfortable and had enough leg room which is very unlikely at any of the other old buildings in Pittsburgh. They were not serving any food or drinks at this time. The sound was great, and we really enjoyed the show. I loved how intimate the theater was and it was especially funny to see the comic's facial expressions since we were so close. I will definitely pay more attention to shows coming to the O'Reilly since we had such an awesome experience.

    Yinzer Christmas window display
    David B.

    Yinzer Yuletide, Lights and Legends was a wonderfully creative holiday gem. Anchored by the storytelling prowess of Rick Sebak, we meet a series of talented guests and celebrate the best of Pittsburgh's Christmas traditions. The pacing was perfect, and the original musical score tied it all together. Magic, juggling, music and more, this is something you don't want to miss!

    Date Night
    Ria F.

    Ticket pickup from the box office was easy and hassle-free. It is located right beside the theatre. Prior to the show, everyone was waiting in the lobby but it was comfortable and even had some seating. This was my first visit to this venue and I adored the set up. We saw "School Girls" and it felt like we were RIGHT THERE in the action. I'd highly recommend checking out this theater and if you happen to read this before "Street Girls" is done, absolutely get some tickets. The show was thought provoking and entertaining.

    Here for opening night of Pittsburgh Lights & Legends
    Matthew S.

    Wow so in all my life we have never been here. We parked less than a full block away at the Ft Duquesne & 6th St parking garage because Theatre Square Garage was full. It was only $8 and was easy to get to. We came down for the Pittsburgh Lights and Legends Show. We came in and got our tickets from the box office and then made our way over to the front door. Went through the metal detectors and security to the lobby area. There wasn't a very clear layout or what you were supposed to do or allowed to do before the doors opened. We went with the crowd and after getting drinks from the very friendly and attentive staff we got in line which was winding around the lobby. Once the doors opened they sorted through everyone's tickets to determine which direction we were to go. We went to the left to come out to the show floor/stage. We went up the steps past the VIP/Reserved section and sat in the row above the rail on the end. When the show was beginning to start they explained the rules with photography, video, etc. the show itself started late from what ticket time was and actually ended much earlier from what I saw the windows were scheduled for online. However all things considered we Loved the show and the performance was spectacular. The love music, live action, live story was put together spectacularly and pulled off without a flaw! I would highly recommend coming down here and plan on coming back for more shows again in the future! I suggest planning ahead. Route, parking, backup parking, and arrival time. If only General Admission I would suggest planning arrival time to be early and of going to the upstairs bar arrive even sooner unless you don't mind not getting first choice in seating.

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    Derek P.

    This was my first visit to this theater and upset it took this long to go. Just saw the Shakespeare play write The Tempest which was outstanding, especially in such an intimate venue as this. It doesn't have that grandiose old school feel but what it does have is an intimate feeling where you feel you're part of the program. The seats are situated on three sides of the staging area, which are quite roomy. Much more leg room than at other larger, local theaters. Parking is ample at nearby garages. The lobby is quite small yet again adds to the intimate ambiance. If you're looking for a smaller no frills venue this is perfect. I can't wait to go back!

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    Michele S.

    I have been a theater goer for years, but prefer the smaller intimate theaters. This was my first play at Pittsburgh Public Theater. Perfect intimate setting, all seats have a great view. Marjorie Prime is a must see show! Even felt more of a liking to how the characters were portrayed here verses the actual movie!! Will not disappoint !!

    Earline B.

    The Tempest was outstanding. I am not a huge Shakespeare fan, but I could appreciate the true art that was performed on that stage. The acting was superb, the stage was designed and utilized well, the venue was intimate, with great acoustics. This was my first time attending a performance at the Pittsburgh Public Theater which is also called the O'Reilly Theater. It's a very nice, clean, and easily accessible theater right next to the Theater Square Garage also in close proximity to many restaurants. I am definitely going to attend another performance with my family in the future.

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    3.9(52 reviews)
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    First, we love the Greer as a setting for shows, are longtime regular attenders and have no issues…read morewith any performance we've ever seen there. This review is focused on the service aspects, which are less than optimal. We attended on a Thursday night when we saw an excellent 1-man play of Die Hard. The entertainment was highly enjoyable, but the food and table service were frustrating. We came an hour early with a plan to enjoy dinner before the show. They don't have anyone who will wait on you - they force you to use their QR code at the table to order. Most of their dinner options were marked as "out of stock", so we were corralled into ordering a burger or a pasta dish. Those items were very good, but we didn't like the railroading aspect. Post-delivery service was limited, to even get extra mayo - the food deliverer dumped and ran in a flash. Trying to talk to the nice elderly ushers was fruitless with no satisfaction involved. When we had questions about the food, ours even amicably acknowledged that we ''couldn't talk to'' the waitresses. Worst of all - the invoicing included an un-changeable 20% tip! So if you ordered a 2nd drink, 20% was also added on top of that. (To have some sense of control, I went to the outside bar to get our 2nd drinks - and did tip, but not 20%). The frustration factor of how the food service is run and charged for inserted unnecessary challenges into the otherwise pleasant mood for the evening.

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    4.2(197 reviews)
    0.1 miDowntown

    My family and I love going to shows and the Benedum is one of our favorite venues. We always have…read moresuch a great time together. They keep it up really well and make sure that it is clean for every show. They also keep the chandeliers clean and the paint updated. The ushers are always helpful and the staff at the concessions are nice too. We have seen so many wonderful Broadway Shows and concerts there with so many talented performers. We're so lucky to have such amazing talent and so many amazing shows come to Pittsburgh every year. We're also starting to get some of the most popular and current shows from Broadway. The concerts are so much better there since it's a small venue and most seats are good seats. They have artists from all different genres which is nice too. We have also seen some good comedians there too. If you want to see a good show then you should see it at the Benedum.

    Years later and I still give the Benedum 5 stars! I come here frequently and everything about my…read moreexperience is 5 stars. I park at smithfield & liberty garage. I found this to be the closest and least expensive for the Benedum. Ticket office - the staff are very friendly. I have done everything from having my tickets mailed home, to purchasing and picking up in person at the box office. They are always great. Security is so smooth and fast now! You only get searched if the detector goes off. Just don't bring in anything you shouldn't and you will be good to go. There is typically a gift shop right at the entrance. For The Nutcracker, they have it very organized. I have been in and out of the line very quickly. There are so many restrooms throughout the Benedum. I found the largest ones to be on the basement level and the 2nd floor where the large bar is. Bar- drink prices are really not outrageous. I typically get prosecco. They pour it in a plastic cup with a lid so you can take it to your seat with you. Lastly- all the seats Ive sat in are amazing. The Benedum is such a great venue to see a show. I highly recommend it. I will be back for sure!

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