Among the shady oaks of Pittsburghs Frick Park, Host Brian Edward waxes philosophical with seasoned actor Ron Siebert on his upcoming role of KING LEAR with Pittsburgh Shakespeare in the Parks, tales of working with James Earl Jones, and coaching a certain young actress who went on to become a well known Oscar winner. AND - if you find the plot of KING LEAR inconceivable in the fact that a noble king can be lost in the wilderness relying only upon a clown, wait until these two attempt to navigate the wilds of Frick Park after two martinis in this weeks outtakes reel! Listen to The Full Martini - the complete, unedited interview in audio podcast, and see KING LEAR from Pittsburgh Shakespeare in the Parks at various locations September 5 through 27, 2015. For times and locations, visit: www.pittsburghshakespeare.com   (moreandhellip;)

Lonnie The Theatre Lady and Mike Buzz Buzzelli are back on Burgh Vivant for cocktail hour to chat about THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA from Front Porch Theatricals, playing through August 30, 2015. www.frontporchpgh.com (moreandhellip;)

This week, Pittsburghs most colorful talk show is on location at Pittsburghs most colorful landmark: RANDYLAND! Proprietor and artist Randy Gilson answers all of our burning, neon, technicolor questions: What IS Randyland? Where did it come from? And how many gallons of paint are on the place? Listen to The Full Martini - the complete, unedited interview in audio podcast to hear what the future holds for the happiest place in Pittsburgh, Randys notable influence on the North Side, his feature in an upcoming film, and the Randyland plan for revitalizing the Steel City! Visit RANDYLAND: www.randy.land/

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Its Burgh Vivants 100th episode! Weve had the honor of presenting you with 99 feature interviews with Pittsburghs finest, and for our 100th, we could only bring you the man at the heart of it all, Mayor of Pittsburgh, Bill Peduto. Tonight, host Brian Edward sets down to business on the Mayors outlook on the citys cultural landscape, his critics, his recent meeting with Barack Obama, the Presidents opinions on Pittsburgh, and his own social media savvy. AND - not to be missed: mayoral shout-outs to Attack Theatre, City Theatre, and Quantum Theatre! Listen to The Full Martini - the complete, unedited interview in audio podcast for the Mayors mentions of his guest spot on Undercover Boss, his 20 year+ vision for Pittsburgh, the essential qualities of being a mayor, and home renovations!   (moreandhellip;)

Lonnie The Theatre Lady and Mike Buzz Buzzelli discuss the Greek tragedy MEDEA produced by Throughline Theatre Company, directed by Michael McBurney, playing at the Grey Box Theatre through July 25th. www.throughlinetheatre.org    (moreandhellip;)

Burgh Vivant Nancy Mimless falls for A NEW KIND OF FALLOUT world premiere production by Opera Theater SummerFest, music by Gilda Lyons, libretto by Tammy Ryan, directed by Jonathan Eaton, playing through July 26th, 2015 at the Art Deco Theater of The Twentieth Century Club in Oakland. www.otsummerfest.org   (moreandhellip;)

Nancy Mimless review of Stage 62s THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, playing through July 26th at the Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall in Carnegie. www.stage62.org

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Burgh Vivants cocktail hour this evening is hosted by Trundle Manor - one of Pittsburghs most unique destinations. Trundles proprietors Mr. Arm and Velda Von Minx discuss the unusual objects and lively spirits ( liquid and otherwise) that make Trundle Manor an international destination of oddities. Listen to The Full Martini - The complete, unedited interview in audio podcast for more on the spirits that haunt the manor property, Trundles signature vehicles, and more! It may just be the most peculiar Burgh Vivant feature yet - and thats saying a lot! Trundle Manor accepts tours by appointment. www.trundlemanor.com    (moreandhellip;)

Burgh Vivant and staunch Pittsburgh Pirates fan Nancy Mimless reviews Opera Theater Summerfests DAMN YANKEES, directed by Scott Wise. Get the play by play here, plus - which Pittsburgh Pirate has the best singing voice? See DAMN YANKEES with Opera Theater Summerfest through August 1st 2015 in the Beaux Arts Ballroom of the Twentieth Century Club. www.otsummerfest.org   (moreandhellip;)

Lonnie The Theatre Lady gets to the bottom of SHERLOCKS LAST CASE, written by Charels Marowitz, directed by Andrew Paul, playing through July 26th 2015 with Kinetic Theatre Company. www.kinetictheatre.org    (moreandhellip;)