Arts-Music

Eighteen-year-old Olivia Rodrigo recently released her first album, “SOUR,” and the world hasn’t been the same since.

After the release of his debut project “Good Days Never Last Forever” in 2018, Pittsburgh-raised rapper and songwriter Mars Jackson has continued to grow in artistry and popularity, securing radio and TV spots with records like “Heart Dance” and “Simple” (the latter of which features Polyphony-alum Benji.

A scene of quarantined domestic bliss: the wife and I checked out the new movie “Happiest Season” on Hulu — pretty funny and set in Pittsburgh.

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens has served as a beautiful fusion of art and nature in Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood since its inception in 1893. Just three years prior to its opening, the world lost one of its most revered artists – Vincent Van Gogh.

Tucked within the residential blocks of the North Side, just a few blocks away from Randyland, lies the Mattress Factory. In the contemporary art museum, lush with abstract exhibitions, some permanent and others temporary, you’ll quickly realize the stark juxtaposition between the worlds contained inside and outside its walls.

It’s well known that Spotify’s algorithms are state-of-the-art. It’s how they’ve accumulated 217 million active monthly users.

Inconspicuously located on the second floor of a Murray Avenue storefront, you’ll find the place where half a million vinyl records live – Jerry’s Records. Named one of the best record stores in the country by Rolling Stone, Jerry’s is one of Pittsburgh’s hidden gems.

A new art installation is coming to Market Square as part of the Market Square Public Art program. On display from April 12-May 12, “Streaming Space” by Pittsburgh-based artists Alisha B. Wormsley and Ricardo Iamuuri Robinson will transform Market Square into a space for video, performance and sound that encourages healing and reflection.

Izzie Petti is multitalented. By day, she’s an interior architect. By night, she’s a Pittsburgh arts scene warrior.

Looking to go antiquing, picking or test your haggling skills? Miller’s Crossing Fleatique, a brick-and-mortar hybrid of an antique store and open-space flea market, has exactly what you are looking for.

Believe it or not, amid the polar vortexes, snow and wind, winter’s grasp has us feeling poetic.

We hear about big concerts coming to Pittsburgh at Stage AE, Benedum Center, Heinz Field, PPG Paints Arena and KeyBank Pavilion, but there are a number of smaller venues to check out the local live music scene.

Need to catch up on the Academy Awards’ best picture nominees? Get to the theater fast – or watch Netflix.

We all know that winter can get a little dreary in the ‘Burgh – so here’s something to cure those pesky winter doldrums. The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is hosting the Winter Gallery Crawl, where innovative art can help you ignore the cold.

A BYOB speakeasy with 70 seats in four rows; that’s where the magic will happen.

You already know “Hamilton” is in Pittsburgh. For most, it’s the hottest ticket in town. For those not on Washington’s side? You’re probably being dragged to a matinée. Don’t worry, the show is technically enjoyable.

Feeling the winter blues? Yeah, us too. If you’re looking for good food, fine drinks and great jokes to cheer you up, you don’t have to go far – the recently renovated Pittsburgh Improv has it all.

With our 100-word stories, no one’s ever accused us of overstaying our welcome. But, while it’s great to have the space to fill out a piece of content, there’s such a thing as overdoing it.

From fashion shows to museum exhibitions, Demeatria Boccella is responsible for more Pittsburgh arts events than you can count.

The Pittsburgh Playhouse of Point Park University has reopened in its new downtown location, and it’s beautiful.

Downtown Pittsburgh has a creative new retailer, as PG&H recently opened its doors at 536 Smithfield St. This home goods store is particularly unique because all products are handcrafted by local makers.

Kalie Frisky is from Linesville, one of those tiny towns in Pennsylvania some kids can’t wait to leave when they grow up. After a move to California, though, she started to feel like she was missing out on the story at home.

Downtown alleyways aren’t looking too much like alleyways, are they? The Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership is working to enhance passages frequently traveled by pedestrians.

Are you ready for music to your ears? How about a night of free entertainment? Downtown Pittsburgh Sound, the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership’s (PDP) newest initiative is bringing high-quality, live music to workers, visitors and residents of Downtown.

If you’re a fan of Pittsburgh’s punk music scene, Punchline is no stranger to you. Twenty years, eight albums and 150 songs later, Punchline has a long list of fan favorites.

‘Tis the season for blockbuster movies, where the viewing experience can make or break the fun. For those who prefer a theater with character, these Pittsburgh spots won’t disappoint:

Do you want to explore the local music scene this summer? Head to Downtown Irwin’s Music in the Streets, featuring local performers like American Idol contestant Aubrey Burchell, up-and-coming country singer Katelyn Rose and several jazz artists.

You’ve probably heard of Amsterdam, but how about Amsterdam Island? Located in the South Indian Ocean and discovered in 1522 by the Dutch, it is one of the most remote places on earth. It was claimed by the French in 1843 and is now inhabited by 25 French climate scientists.

If you have doubts about the Pittsburgh music scene, head to Millvale. With music festivals all summer long, it’s important to remember the events in our own backyard, including the Millvale Music Festival on May 12.

We may not be in Hollywood, but Pittsburghers can walk like stars on the red carpet on Oscar night: Sunday, March 4. For the 18th year, the Pittsburgh Film Office will host “Lights! Glamour! Action!,” a gala attended by hundreds of local celebrities, entertainment professionals and business leaders. You can purchase tickets here.