The Benedum Center for the Performing Arts is a 2,800-seat theater that serves as the focal point for the Cultural District. It hosts Downtown Pittsburgh’s best performance groups, including Pittsburgh CLO, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, and the Pittsburgh Opera. This winter, there are a handful of performances to look forward to!

Looking to experience live music that tells a story? Head to the Cultural District, which features nine theaters and event halls where visitors can experience performance art every night of the week. The Benedum Center shows off Broadway plays and musicals, and later this month, you can learn the story of one of the greatest entertainers of all time: Michael Jackson.

Pittsburgh, get ready for a spectacular night of dance magic! Mark your calendars for February 4, 2025, as the Dancing with the Stars take the stage at the Benedum Center for their exhilarating Dancing with the Stars: Live! Tour. This highly anticipated event will feature some of the show’s top professional dancers, delivering dazzling performances and exciting new routines that are sure to leave you breathless.