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King For a Day: A Tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr.
Hear the words of Dr. King brought to life in voices from all over Pittsburgh and recordings of Dr. King himself recorded during this five hour tribute at the Children’s Museum in Pittsburgh. Hosted by The Saturday Light Brigade.
Young Writer’s Institute
Teacher Christine Wolfe, along with a group of aspiring young writers, join us in the second installment of our two part series highlighting the Young Writer’s Institute, a program which seeks to enhance writing skills in both students and teachers. This week, students discuss their forays into prose.
Prime Theater previews Tuesdays with Morrie
We’re pleased to welcome actors from Prime Stage Theater as they perform a scene from their latest production, Tuesdays with Morrie, a true story about friendship and life’s lessons.
The Weathered Road
This week we’re proud to welcome The Weathered Road, whose music blends the genres of folk, Celtic, and newgrass to create a sound all their own, a sound they call AmericCeltic Newgrass. Tune in to hear this wonderful trio from Washington County, live on SLB.
Lincoln Elementary: Martin Luther King, Jr. Reflections
To commemorate his life and work, Pittsburgh Lincoln K-8 students discuss the significance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in both their lives and the lives of others.
Gemini Theater previews Pinnochio
The Gemini Theater produces original, interactive, children’s musicals which focus on artistic, cultural and educational themes. This week we welcome members of the cast of Pinocchio as they preview their production of this classic story live in our studios!
Dave Eggar and Charles Palmer
This week we’re happy to welcome back the very talented duo of cellist Dave Eggar and percussionist Charles Palmer, live in our studios. The two will also discuss their role in Attack Theatre’s latest production, Assemble This.
Pittsburgh Stevens Pre-K-8: The American Dream
What is the American Dream? Students at Pittsburgh Stevens Prek-8 discuss what the American Dream means to them, including examples of people in our history who have lived the American Dream, or have helped to make it possible.