Burgh Vivant contributor and die-hard Pittsburgh Pirates fan Nancy Mimless reviews 21, a world premiere musical about the life of baseball legend Roberto Clemente, at the Pittsburgh Playhouse Conservatory Company, playing now through October 26th, 2014. Photos by Jeff Swensen. www.pittsburghplayhouse.com (moreandhellip;)

Tonight, Prime Stage Theaters Producing Artistic Director Wayne Brinda shares his earliest most embarrassing theatrical moment! Plus - an in-depth look at Prime Stage, how it began, and what sets it apart from every other company in Pittsburgh. Listen to The Full Martini - the complete, unedited interview in audio podcast to hear more on working with authors and playwrights on adaptations, Prime Stages new rehearsal studio, and what stage adapted novel has defiantly eluded Wayne for the companys 18 years of production. See Prime Stages STRANGE CASE OF DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE, October 31 - November 9th. www.primestage.com (moreandhellip;)

Miss Music Nerd is back on Burgh Vivant tonight to talk about the HEROES AND VILLAINS concert at Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestras PNC Pops! Learn the compelling history of the score to Hitchcocks PSYCHO, how old you should be before you see THE OMEN, and how Sheena Easton brought us back to BOND. Plus - a shout-out to George Takei, and Miss Music Nerdd tips on where to sit at the symphony! (moreandhellip;)

Lonnie The Theatre Lady sits down for a large martini on the top of the desk to talk about THE SMALL ROOM AT THE TOP OF THE STAIRS at Off The Wall Theater - its heart-pounding suspense, and a performance shell never forget! October 17 through November 1st, 2014. www.insideoffthewall.com (moreandhellip;)

Tonight, actor/director Justin Fortunato discusses directing A CHORUS LINE for PMT, founding Carrnivale Theatrics, and his earliest dramatic inspirations! PLUS - listen to The Full Martini, the complete, unedited interview in audio podcast, for the best advice Justins received on acting, tales of his first directing experience, and what wisdom can be found in a goldfish bowl. See Pittsburgh Musical Theaters A CHORUS LINE, Oct. 23 through 26, www.pittsburghmusicals.com (moreandhellip;)

At Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall, frequent performance venue for The Brass Roots, the ensembles Co-Founder and Development Director Henry Attaway discusses how some of Western Pennsylvanias finest brass musicians came together to form a group thats quickly becoming a Pittsburgh favorite. But - will Brian Edward ever get a Christmas album? Listen to The Full Martini - the complete interview in audio podcast, for the inside info on life with a euphonium, the drinking habits of brass players, and dueling glasses! And catch The Brass Roots in action October 19th! www.thebrassroots.com (moreandhellip;)

Buzzellis back with his musings on I AM A CAMERA, produced by Duquesne Red Masquers, written by John Van Druten. Learn how this tale unfolds against the backdrop of World War II Berlin, and how a mild mannered commentary can unravel into uncontrollable laughter from one bad Liza Minnelli impression. See I AM A CAMERA now through October 11th, 2014. www.duqredmasquers.com (moreandhellip;)

Burgh Vivants newest contributor Nancy Mimless stops in for a drink and a conversation on STOP KISS, produced by University of Pittsburgh Stages, written by Diana Son, directed by Brittany Coyne. STOP KISS. GO. ENJOY. Through October 12th, 2014. www.play.pitt.edu (moreandhellip;)

Lonnie The Theatre Lady is on Burgh Vivant tonight talking about SOUVENIR, by Stephen Temperley, directed by Tome Cousin, produced by The REP, playing at The Pittsburgh Playhouse now through October 12th. All of your burning questions are answered here: who is Florence Foster Jenkins? How do you get to Carnegie Hall? And what kind of souvenirs can one find in... Antarctica? www.pittsburghplayhouse.com (moreandhellip;)

Whats it take to run Pittsburghs premier talent and modeling agency? Deb Docherty knows - and shes dishing over cocktails tonight on Burgh Vivant! Get the inside scoop on what it takes to impress a talent scout, and the dos and dont s of auditioning. Plus - a plug for Butcher and the Rye! Listen to The Full Martini - the complete interview in audio podcast to hear what Pittsburgh type is in highest demand, and how the talent/agent relationship is like romance. Lets review: www.dochertyagency.com (moreandhellip;)