“Sit down, have a drink, let’s talk.” The heart of ‘Burgh Vivant is its candid and off-beat interviews with the people who contribute to make this city truly unique. Artists, cultural leaders, entrepreneurs, and news-makers let their hair down over cocktails with host Brian Edward for an entertaining and informative look into what’s happening in Pittsburgh. No subject is sacred, no secret is safe! See the video highlights here, or follow the links to “The Full Martini;” unedited and uncensored podcasts of each interview in its glorious entirety.
TONIGHT: Cocktails (or high tea?) with the cast of Pittsburgh Opera’s LITTLE WOMEN. Host Brian Edward raises a glass with the March sisters: Meg (Laurel Semerdjian), Jo (Corrie Stallings), Amy (Claudia Rosenthal), and Beth (Adelaide Boedecker). Their story is well known, but what’s their idea of an ideal date? What are their thoughts on Pittsburgh? Who’s the “Mary” and who’s the “Rhoda??” Brian Edward asks the questions the classic novel dares not answer and puts forth a few suggestions regarding “little men” along the way. Listen to “The Full Martini” – the complete, unedited interview in audio podcast, and see LITTLE WOMEN, produced by Pittsburgh Opera, January 23rd through 31st, 2016, www.pittsburghopera.org. Continue reading “The cast of LITTLE WOMEN, Pittsburgh Opera”
TONIGHT a look into the fascinating but not forgotten history of Pittsburgh’s North Side with Allegheny City Historic Gallery Executive Director and Founder, Bill Gandy! Learn some things you may have never known, like how many inclines there used to be on the North Side, the location of Pittsburgh’s first zoo, and what exactly was Allegheny City… and where did it go? You can hear all about it here, and by visiting the North Side’s new Historic Gallery at 433 East Ohio Street, www.northsidehistory.org Listen to “The Full Martini” – the complete, unedited interview in audio podcast for more historical tales, where to find the best martini, and a shout out to The Pittsburgh Banjo Club! Continue reading “BILL GANDY – Executive Director and Founder, Allegheny City Historic Gallery”
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BILL GANDY - Executive Director and Founder, Allegheny City Historic Gallery
You may know him as a prominent contender on Season 7 of NBC’s THE VOICE, or as a proud Pittsburgher. Either way, he’s one in the same: the very genuine, mega talented Chris Jamison! Tonight on ‘Burgh Vivant, Chris talks about the off camera world of THE VOICE, coaching by Adam Levine, and performing this season on stage at Heinz Hall with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. PLUS – How did YOU celebrate Chris Jamison Day? Listen to “The Full Martini” the complete, unedited interview in audio podcast to hear more on Chris’ beginnings with the Pittsburgh CLO, managing a new found fan base, and favorite Christmas melodies. Catch Chris in the Highmark Holiday Pops, December 11 through 20, 2015. Info and tickets at www.pittsburghsymphony.org Be sure to keep up with THE VOICE star at www.iamchrisjamison.com Continue reading “CHRIS JAMISON – Vocalist, The Voice: Season 7”
Tonight we take it to church at Shadyside’s Third Presbyterian, chatting with Artistic Director and Founder of Resonance Works, Maria Sensi Sellner. Maria discusses balancing engineering with music, the founding of Resonance Works, and the company’s growing tradition of AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS. PLUS: conducting with cocktails! Listen to “The Full Martini” – the complete, unedited interview in audio podcast for more on the future of Resonance works, the appeal of Amahl, and giant salads in Shadyside! See AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS at Third Presbyterian Church in Shadyside, December 11 through 13, 2015. www.resonanceworks.org Continue reading “MARIA SENSI SELLNER – Artistic Director and Founder, Resonance Works”
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MARIA SENSI SELLNER - Artistic Director and Founder, Resonance Works
Tonight, Wendy Lachendro, Team Leader of the 412 Project talks Pittsburgh photography in the city’s most posh pop-up gallery and how you can become a part of it! Listen to “The Full Martini” – the complete interview in audio podcast and visit the 412 Project at www.412project.org Continue reading “WENDY LACHENDRO – Team Leader, 412 Project”
Tonight’s guest is filmmaker Cody Hartman! Quite possibly the youngest feature film director in America, Cody discusses his latest project INSOMNIA (which includes a few Pittsburgh familiar faces), the biggest challenges of filmmaking, and blast-from-the-past Sinbad! Listen to “The Full Martini” – the complete, unedited interview in audio podcast for more on the upcoming film INSOMNIA, and why GIGLI may be the worst movie ever made. Continue reading “Cody Hartman – Filmmaker”
Tonight’s guest is soprano Danielle Pastin! As she prepares for her upcoming role in COSÌ FAN TUTTE, Danielle dishes on the comforts of Pittsburgh, the art of dying on stage, AND the hysterical story of her very first audition for Pittsburgh Opera. Listen to “The Full Martini” – the complete, unedited interview in audio podcast for more tales of the stage, offstage screams, Lady Gaga, and what the fly on the wall heard! See COSÌ FAN TUTTE, November 7th through 15th at Pittsburgh Opera. www.pittsburghopera.org Continue reading “DANIELLE PASTIN – Soprano”
She’s been recognized internationally as one of the leading Verdi mezzo-sopranos in the world, and she’s here tonight for a candid cocktail conversation on ‘Burgh Vivant! Marianne Cornetti shares stories of her debut at the Metropolitan Opera, her iconic hairstyle, the dramatic lengths she’ll go to not to miss a Pittsburgh Steelers game, and her upcoming concert at the Carnegie Music Hall. Listen to “The Full Martini” – the complete, unedited interview in audio podcast for more on Marianne’s Pittsburgh roots, the early influences of neighborhood football, and the “cosmic” results of modern opera. See Marianne Cornetti in her 10th Anniversary Concert at the Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall November 1st, 2015. www.carnegiecarnegie.org Continue reading “MARIANNE CORNETTI – Mezzo-soprano”
TONIGHT it’s cocktails with actor, director, and teaching artist Linda Haston! Linda talks about her varied projects in the Steel City, her education work with Prime Stage, and her upcoming role as Tituba in THE CRUCIBLE. Listen to “The Full Martini” – the complete, unedited interview in audio podcast for more on Linda’s career in Pittsburgh and beyond, her most embarassing moment on stage, and where would Tituba hang out in the ‘Burgh? See THE CRUCIBLE with Prime Stage Theatre, October 30 through November 8, 2015. www.primestage.com Continue reading “LINDA HASTON – Actor, Director, Teaching Artist”
TONIGHT a visit to Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre for a chat and a few laughs with company dancer Kurtis Sprowls. Whats happening on stage this season? What’s the hardest thing about ballet? Is it too late for Brian Edward to make it as a professional dancer? Find out here! Listen to “The Full Martini” – the complete, unedited interview in audio podcast for more on Pittsburgh Ballet’s 2015-2016 season, what dancers do out and about in the city, and a ballet about pizza. Visit Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre at www.pbt.org Continue reading “KURTIS SPROWLS – Company Dancer, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre”
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KURTIS SPROWLS - Company Dancer, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre
