Author: Sean Collier
Bar Exam: Rum Runners Saloon Is the Perfect Suburban Escape
The Ross Township bar and restaurant does everything a suburban bar should.
Nightlife: 2015 Pittsburgh Fringe Festival Full of Premieres
The festival runs May 8-10 and includes everything from puppet shows to a neo-glam opera.
Phipps Premieres Its Tropical Forest Congo Exhibit
See colorful, rare specimens at this East End institution.
Bar Exam: How to Tell A Good Hotel Bar from a Bad One
The recently renovated bar and restaurant inside the Sheraton Pittsburgh at Station Square is doing everything right.
Aviary Determined to Have Dwindling Condors Leave the Nest
The National Aviary is working to send ’Burgh-born birds back to their natural habitats to boost endangered populations.
Pittsburghers Expect Results from Confident Gregory Polanco
Unlike previous top prospects, the Dominican-born outfielder joined the Pirates when they were playoff bound. This season, he knows he must find his place in the big leagues to help the team win a pennant.
JFilm Festival Kicks Off at the Manor Theater
See a few under-the-radar flicks at this annual event, which runs through April 26.
Braddock's Brew Gentlemen Receive the Silver Screen Treatment
The new documentary "Blood, Sweat and Beer" is a great way to kick off Pittsburgh Craft Beer Week.
High Above the Forest (and the Food Court)
In North Park and the Pittsburgh Mills Mall, a pair of ropes courses offer adrenaline-fueled fun (and little else in common).
Your Complete Guide to the 2015 Summer Movie Season
Make the night memorable. Go see a movie then do something thematically related and cool afterward. Don't worry, we have plenty of ideas.
Flicks: Monster Rama Returns to Riverside Drive-in
For $10 per night, you’ll get four old-school horror films interspersed with cartoons, retro cinema ads and more.
George Takei Appears at Pittsburgh's First Humanities Festival
On Sunday, find out why the Daily Dot in 2012 declared Takei the most influential person on Facebook.
Bar Exam: bellfarm Kitchen | Bar
The Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport's new bar & restaurant wants to be more than just a hotel joint.
March Madness Matchups at Consol Energy Center
On Saturday, winners from the Thursday basketball matches will square off in downtown Pittsburgh.
After Dark Hall of Fame: Social Clubs
The third entry in the After Dark Hall of Fame is made up of many, many places where many, many locals spend their evenings.
Arrive Early for the St. Patrick's Day Parade
Thousands will flock to downtown Pittsburgh for Saturday's grand event.
Bella Sera Provides Spring's Most Chill Concerts
See standout local acts, eat well and relax at the Canonsburg event space.
WWE Honors Young Cancer Victim with First 'Warrior' Award
Connor Michalek's passionate love of wrestling, in the midst of a four-year battle against a rare tumor, won him legions of fans inside and outside the ring.
Bar Exam: Wings, Suds & Spuds
This humble Moon Township bar and restaurant could be a haven for weary travelers (and hungry neighbors).
14 Life-Changing Home Products for 2015
Home expert Boyce Thompson previews this year's Duquesne Light Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show and speculates on which products will become fully integrated into our homes soon.
Nightlife: Getting Down with the Blues
A small group of Pittsburghers has been diligently reviving the blues.
Lawrenceville's Home for Cigar Education
Cigar novice? Visit Sammy Sing at The Cigar Den for a crash course and a relaxing time.
Michael Keaton's 'Birdman' Snags Best Picture Oscar
The Pittsburgh native came up short in the race for best actor.
'American Masters — August Wilson: The Ground on Which I Stand'
The documentary about Pittsburgh's Pulitzer-Prize-winning playwright is premiering on WQED and PBS.
Break Free: Inside Escape Room Pittsburgh
A visit makes for an unconventional night out with friends.
A Bar Falls, a Brewery Rises
The brand-new Spoonwood Brewing Co. fills the place of a bygone favorite bar with great beer and food.
Alternate Valentine's Day Option: Zombie Dinner
This may be the only time you'll only hope to use the words "horrifying" and "date" in the same sentence.
Bar Exam: Riley's Pour House
Carnegie's Irish landmark, one of the most authentically Celtic bars in the area, takes the Bar Exam.
Exclusive: Pittsburgh Native Christina Wren to Appear in “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice”
Wren, who appeared as Major Carrie Farris in 2013’s “Man of Steel,” will reprise the role in next year’s superhero throwdown.
Get Out Your Mat: Free Yoga Downtown on Sundays
The Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership brings back its free Sunday-morning Yoga in the Square sessions — this time indoors.
Don't Be Afraid of Stand-Up Comedy
We don't want to mock you, offend you or ruin your night. Here's a few things to know if you're missing out on Pittsburgh's thriving stand-up comedy scene.
Bar Exam: Nadine's Bar & Restaurant
The family business on the South Side, famous as a top "breakfast bar," takes the Bar Exam.
Another Movie Shot & Set in Pittsburgh Headed to the Big Screen
"Me and Earl and the Dying Girl" received rave reviews at the Sundance Film Festival.
Visiting The 'Real' Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood
A new display at the Heinz History Center brings the iconic TV set to life.
After Dark Hall of Fame: East Carson Street
The second entry in the After Dark Hall of Fame is a street — and it's the center of Pittsburgh's nighttime universe.
You Should Know: Chris Jamison
“The Voice” finalist Chris Jamison is back in Pittsburgh after finishing third on the NBC show. Now he’s ready to break into the music business on his own terms.
Nightlife: Glass Making for Valentines
Take a date, or a friend, to the Pittsburgh Glass Center's February Make It Now workshop.
Bar Exam: William Penn Tavern
The inviting Shadyside pub (with a heated outdoor bar!) gets put through the Bar Exam.
Pittsburgh's Michael Keaton Earns Oscar Nomination
“Foxcatcher,” filmed in the Pittsburgh area, also fared surprisingly well.
Michael Keaton Recognizes Pittsburgh Roots in Golden Globe Speech
It was Keaton’s first Golden Globe win and keeps him in the forefront for a possible Academy Award.
In Downtown Pittsburgh: Three Major Shows Scheduled This Weekend
This weekend, 'Burghers have the pleasure of seeing three disparate performances — Elvis Lives, Sesame Street Live and Lewis Black.
Top 10 Films of 2014
After Dark counts down the best of the year in cinema — and lets you know how you can see our picks.
Q+A: What’s Next for Chris Jamison?
The Ross Township native is weighing his options after his third-place finish on NBC’s “The Voice.”
Last Call: Kennywood Holiday Lights
Make plans to enjoy the array of family-friendly activities and performances the park has to offer.
Nightlife: Ice Skate Outdoors at Night
The region is home to several outdoor ice-skating rinks with evening hours — including The Rink at PPG Place, The Schenley Park Skating Rink and the rinks in North Park and South Park.
See a Traditional Holiday Show This Weekend
"A Musical Christmas Carol," "The Nutcracker" and "Highmark Holiday Pops" all perform in the Cultural District.
Pittsburghers Welcome Parking Rate Hike — Not
Meter rates are going up and enforcement hours are being extended.
After Dark Hall of Fame: Eat'n Park
The inaugural inductee in the After Dark Hall of Fame has been an integral part of Pittsburgh nightlife for generations.
