Author: Sean Collier
The Virus Doesn’t Care About Our Plans
We’re seeing light at the end of the tunnel, yes. But that’s not necessarily the end of the journey.
Things to Do This Weekend in Pittsburgh: May 28-31
We have four socially distant picks to shake up your routine this weekend.
Things to (Virtually) Do This Weekend in Pittsburgh: May 21-24
We have four new, socially distant picks to shake up your weekend at home.
Dependable Drive-In Welcomes Moviegoers With Smart, Safe Measures
The longstanding outdoor cinema addresses COVID-19 concerns and provides a great night out.
Tips for Navigating “Yellow” Allegheny County
As more businesses re-open, you can enjoy some added flexibility while staying safe.
Virtual Weekender: May 14-17
We have four socially distant picks to shake up your routine this weekend.
Amazing Books Offers Literary Care Packages
With a curated yet surprising selection of mailed books, you can recreate the feeling of finding a new-to-you title on a store shelf.
Things To (Virtually) Do This Weekend in Pittsburgh: May 7-10
Four socially distant picks to shake up your quarantine routine.
Get Running (and Searching) with the YMCA
Saturday, the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh hosts virtual activities to celebrate Healthy Family Day.
Virtual Weekender: April 30-May 2
We have four socially distant picks to shake up your routine this weekend.
The Aviary’s Andean Condors are Expecting
Lianni and Lurch are caring for a single egg, expected to hatch in early June.
How a Question Led to Carefully Curated Musicals
Front Porch Theatricals picks shows you’re unlikely to see performed at a local high school.
Points of Interest: Social Distancing in Frick Park
A tucked-away spot in Frick Park shows how calming it is to have nature to escape to when you are social distancing.
Liberty Magic @ Home Offers Virtual Illusions
The Cultural District venue will live stream magic shows every Friday night, beginning with performances from a pair of Liberty Magic veterans.
A New Appreciation for the Places I Go
I find myself filled with gratitude for these places, from the highest cultural institutions to the neighborhood dives. I miss them. I know that, when I return to them, I will see them with fresh eyes.
The 400-Word Review: Uncorked
Netflix's family drama doesn't break new ground, but it tells its story well.
Miss Movie Theaters? Head to Row House Online
The Lawrenceville theater has launched an online platform for acclaimed, Pittsburgh-exclusive releases.
The 400-Word Review: Bloodshot
The Vin Diesel action flick, briefly released before cinemas closed, has moved to an early digital release.
Things to Do This Weekend: March 26-29
Class up your stay-at-home weekend with new theater, recent History Center favorites and a great meal.
The 400-Word Review: The Occupant
Netflix's suspenseful new film transitions deftly from drama to thriller.
The 400-Word Review: The Platform
Netflix's new thriller will be too dark for many viewers, but it's a compelling choice for horror fans.
Things to Do This Weekend: March 19-22
Keep yourself healthy, entertained and well fed while practicing good social distancing this weekend.
Return Your Tickets to the Bet Window (Eventually)
Before the Sunday-night shutdown, Rivers Casino’s sportsbook remained open — mostly to refund bets on canceled contests.
The 400-Word Review: Big Time Adolescence
Pete Davidson gives an impressive turn (even if it is right in his wheelhouse) in this thoughtful comedy.
Choosing to Close
One Pittsburgh theater's process as COVID-19 fears rose.
The 400-Word Review: Lost Girls
Netflix's latest feature is a somber, but important, true-crime drama.
When Closing Isn’t an Option
Row House Cinema weighs safety and economic reality.
Points of Interest: The Children’s Chair at the Frick Pittsburgh’s Clayton
In a building with hundreds of preserved treasures, one item brings life in the former Frick household into plain view.
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh
Experience the Golden Triangle or relax in indulgent comfort at the hospitable Downtown favorite.
The 400-Word Review: The Hunt
Don't believe the hype; at best, this grisly political satire is accidentally shocking. It's mostly just dumb.
Things to Do This Weekend: March 12-15
See a titan of the Tony awards, head back to the era of gumshoes and fisticuffs and greatly improve your relationship with the recorder (the instrument — yes, really) this weekend.
Kennywood’s Old Mill Will Return This Year
The historic dark ride will lose its "Garfield's Nightmare" theme and return to its roots with an updated western-themed experience.
The 400-Word Review: Spenser Confidential
Mark Wahlberg returns to his wheelhouse with satisfying results in this Netflix police drama.
Things to Do This Weekend: March 5-8, 2020
See Pittsburgh’s best sports rivalry, revisit the heartache of your teen years and scout your first (or fortieth) tattoo this weekend.
The 400-Word Review: Onward
Heartfelt performances propel Pixar's lovely fantasy comedy.
The 400-Word Review: Emma.
A fresh take on the classic novel isn't fresh enough, despite a dynamic lead performance.
The 400-Word Review: CatVideoFest 2020
Watch cats frolick, squabble and cuddle in this collection of feline films.
The 400-Word Review: The Invisible Man
Universal gets it right with a fresh take on a classic movie monster starring an excellent Elisabeth Moss.
Things to Do This Weekend: Feb. 27-March 1, 2020
See playing cards dance, spend the night in an avian paradise and watch cat videos (outside your house for a change) this weekend.
Best of Culture in Pittsburgh, March 2020
Check out some of the finest plays, dance performances and exhibits taking place in March in Pittsburgh.
Best of Culture This Month in Pittsburgh
Check out some of the finest plays, dance performances and exhibits taking place in March in Pittsburgh.
The 400-Word Review: The Call of the Wild
The source material is certainly rich territory for a big-screen journey. If only there weren't a hokey CGI dog in the starring role.
Locally Shot Series “I Am Not Okay With This” Brings Teen Drama (and Psychic Powers) to Western Pennsylvania
Cast members Sofia Bryant and Richard Ellis say Pittsburgh and nearby Brownsville were the perfect settings for the supernatural drama.
The 400-Word Review: The Lodge
This gripping, brutal horror movie makes terrifying use of its wintry setting.
Things to Do This Weekend: Feb. 20-23, 2020
Get some out-of-season terror, revisit a cinema classic on the big screen and think (Mid)summer this weekend.
What to See at the CMU International Film Festival
Carnegie Mellon's International Film Festival brings acclaimed global films to Pittsburgh, thanks to a student-run effort.
Points of Interest: Monkey Business at the History Center
An 85-year-old amusement tucked away on the fourth floor of The Heinz History Center illustrates how important — and varied — the museum is.
Four Pittsburgh-Area Bookstores that We Love
Find your next great read close to home. These four bookstores are worth visiting for atmosphere and personal service.
