Wednesday 19
Slavery to Freedom Film Series
The Senator John Heinz History Center and the Homewood Branch of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh present the “From Slavery to Freedom” Film Series from 5:30-8 p.m. at the Homewood Library Auditorium, 7101 Hamilton Ave., Homewood. The film to be shown is “Ida B. Wells: A Passion for Justice.” This film documents the dramatic life and turbulent times of historic figure Ida B. Wells, and features readings from award-winning author Toni Morrison. The screening is free. For more information, call Nate Rodda at 412-454-6433 or email nrrodda@heinzhistorycenter.org.
Thursday 20
Bridgette Perdue
The Kaufmann Center presents Bridgette Perdue in the concert “UNCOMMON” at 7 p.m. at the Kaufman Center, Elsie H. Hillman Auditorium, 1825 Centre Ave., Hill District. This show will defy the typical concert experience with its unique fusion of music, dance and live art. Bridgette Perdue will perform some of her original songs in unconventional ways. For more information, visit www.hillhouse.org.
Friday 21
Santa Spectacular
Duquesne Light and CBS Radio Pittsburgh present the 16th Annual Duquesne Light Santa Spectacular Driven by Rohrich Automotive Group at 5 p.m. at Point State Park. This is a kick-off to the holiday season with family traditions. There will be live entertainment and fireworks. For more information, visit www.santaspectacular.com.
W. Kamau Bell
W. Kamau Bell presents the “Oh, Everything!” Comedy Tour at 7 p.m. at Garfield Artworks, 4931 Penn Ave., Garfield. Bell is most recognizable as the creator, writer and star of the television show, “Totally Biased with W. Kamau Bell.” He will touch on everything from the “N” word and gentrification to his mixed race kids and why he could never be atheist. VIP packages are available and benefit the nonprofit Race Forward. For more information, visit www.wkamaubell.com.
Saturday 22
Jazz at Andys
Andys Wine Bar at the Fairmont Pittsburgh Hotel presents Jazz at Andys at 510 Market St., Downtown. Every Tuesday through Saturday, local musicians will perform live. This evening’s performer will be Tania Grubbs. It is open to the public. For more information, visit www.andyswinebar.com.
Monday 24
Savoy Jazz
Savoy Restaurant presents Savoy Jazz Mondays from 5-9 p.m. at 2623 Penn Ave., Strip District. Every Monday guests can enjoy live jazz in a sophisticated atmosphere. The attire is business casual. The evening will feature vocalist Shawnee Lake with the Roger Humphries Trio. For more information, call 412-281-0660 or visit www.savoypgh.com.
Tuesday 25
JazzLive
BNY Mellon/Jazz presents JazzLive at 5 p.m. at the Backstage Bar/Cabaret at Theater Square, 655 Penn Ave., Cultural District. Every Tuesday guests can celebrate a decade of jazz in the Cultural District and enjoy hot jazz from some of the most talented musicians. Yoko Suzuki will be the featured performer. For more information, call 412-456-6666 or visit www.trustarts.org.
Wednesday 26
Live Jazz
The Rivers Club presents Wednesday Night Live Jazz from 5:30-8 p.m. at the Rivers Club, One Oxford Centre, 301 Grant St., Downtown. Every Wednesday night local artists, many from the Pittsburgh Jazz Society’s Hall of Fame, will perform. There will be a Jimmy G’s jazz buffet and more. This event is free and open to the public. Upscale casual attire, no jeans, is required. For more information, call 412-391-5227.
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Saturday 29
All Black Cabaret
Cecee presents the All Black Everything Old School Cabaret from 9 p.m.-2 a.m. at the Greater Pittsburgh Coliseum, 7310 Frankstown Ave., Homewood. The evening will feature Ginuwine and DJ Spinderella from Salt-N-Pepa, along with DJ Nick Nice. This is a grown and sexy, BYOB event. For more information, visit www.grooveproductionsinc.com.
