Upcoming Events
LPPACS Fall Concert
October 15
THUR 7:00 PM | Mainstage Theater
Celebrate the season with an evening of music, featuring performances by the talented Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School Choirs, Mixed Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Jazz Ensembles, and Orchestra. From beautiful choral selections to dynamic instrumental performances, this concert highlights the talent and creativity of our student musicians.
Choreography Project
October 22
THURS 7:00 PM | Mainstage Theater
The Choreography Project is a Dance Department production featuring original works created by senior students and faculty. The performance showcases the talent and artistry of Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School students with a senior piece.
Jazz In The Box: A Tribute to Duke Ellington
October 23
FRI 7:00 pm | BlackBox Theater
Celebrate the music of one of jazz's greatest composers with acclaimed pianist Dr. Alton Merrell and the Duquesne University Jazz Vocal Ensemble.
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Fall Piano Recital
October 28
WED 7:00 PM | Mainstage Theater
Join us for an evening of piano classics as students from Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School Piano Studio take the stage for out Fall Piano Recital.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Jr.
November 13-15 & 19-22
THU-SAT 7:30 pm & SUN 2:00 PM | MainStage Theater
The holiday classic soars off the screen in this Broadway Junior 60-minute musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Filled with holiday hits like “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” and “A Holly Jolly Christmas,” Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Jr. features all your favorite characters, including Santa and Mrs. Claus, Hermey the Elf, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster, Clarice, Yukon Cornelius, and, of course, Rudolph. It’s an adventure that teaches us that what makes you different can be what makes you special.
A Christmas Story The Play
December 4-6, 11-13 & 18-20
FRI-SAT 7:30 pm & SAT-SUN 2:00 PM | BlackBox Theater
The 1983 Christmas comedy favorite comes to life at Lincoln Park! Humorist Jean Shepherd’s holiday classic and memoir of growing up in the Midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. Navigating the holiday season with humor and love, A Christmas Story captures the essence of childhood wonder and the importance of family during the most magical time of the year.
The Nutcracker
December 11-13 & 18-20
FRI-SAT 7:30 pm & SUN 2:00 PM | MainStage Theater
Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center presents Tchaikovsky’s gorgeous masterpiece and the world’s most popular ballet The Nutcracker, our longest-standing holiday tradition. Bring your family to experience the enchanting classic story of Clara and her magical Christmas Eve adventure, featuring such iconic musical selections as “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy,” “March,” and “Waltz of the Flowers.” It’s not the holiday season without The Nutcracker!
Holiday Brasstacular
December 16
WED 7:30 pm | Mainstage Theater
Our Town
February 12-14 & 19-21, 2027
FRI-SAT 7:30 pm & SUN 2:00 PM | BlackBox Theater
Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Our Town depicts the simple daily lives of the Webb and Gibbs families, presenting the small town of Grover’s Corners in three acts. Our Town poignantly captures themes of love, community, and the passage of time as George and Emily navigate childhood, adolescence, and ultimately, marriage. Described as possibly “the greatest American play ever written,” Our Town highlights the importance of appreciating life’s fleeting nature and the often-overlooked beauty in ordinary experiences.
The Blues In The Box
February 26
FRI 7:00 pm | BlackBox Theater
Experience an unforgettable night of authentic blues featuring Barbara Blue, the reigning Queen of Beale Street, with special guests The Blues Drivers. Enjoy two incredible sets with a brief intermission between performances.
Media Sponsor - PITTSBURGH POST GAZZETTE
My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra
March 18-21, 2027
THU-SAT 7:30 pm & SAT-SUN 2:00 PM | MainStage Theater
From the King of Swing to the Rat Pack, Frank Sinatra charmed his way into the hearts of millions. Celebrate the mystique and unforgettable music of Ol’ Blue Eyes through this journey of his remarkable five-decade career, featuring such hits as “I’ve Got the World on a String,” “Fly Me to the Moon,” and “New York, New York.” Experience the elegance of “The Chairman of the Board” as you’re transported back to the era of supper clubs, vintage Las Vegas, and the perfect martini.
The Wizard of Oz
April 30-May 2 & 7-9, 2027
FRI-SAT 7:30 pm & SUN 2:00 PM | MainStage Theater
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved fable, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale follows young Dorothy as she travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz. In her quest back home, we experience her adventures with her noble friends the Scarecrow seeking brains, the Cowardly Lion who wants courage, and the Tin Man who desires a heart above everything. The Wizard of Oz will thrill and entertain audiences of all ages!
A Carole King & James Taylor Tribute In The Box
May 28 - NEW SHOW ADDED!
FRI 7:00 & 9:00 pm | BlackBox Theater
Close out the series with an evening of timeless hits as Lisa Bleil and Pete Hewlett celebrate the music of two legendary singer-songwriters. Sing along to the songs that have become the soundtrack of generations.
Media Sponsor - PITTSBURGH POST GAZZETTE
Grease
June 18-20 & 25-27, 2027
FRI-SAT 7:30 pm & SUN 2:00 PM | MainStage Theater
The Broadway musical classic Grease hits the MainStage Theater as our crowd-pleasing finale to the 2026-2027 Season. In the summer of 1959, friendships, rivalries, and teenage dreams collide for students of Rydell High as they navigate love, identity, and growing up. Bursting with rock ’n’ roll energy and iconic songs like “Greased Lightnin’,” “Summer Nights,” and “We Go Together,” Grease has remained one of the world’s most popular and enduring musicals and an exuberant celebration of young love, teenage rebellion, and the electrifying spirit of the 1950s.