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Best Shows in December 2024

MJ The Musical at Benedum Center

MJ The Musical

Michael Jackson fans rejoice as the Tony-winning brand new musical all about the iconic superstar is here! With Jackson's plethora of moon-walking hits in tow, MJ the Musical is set to explore the star's life and his stratospheric rise to fame. The Michael Jackson Estate and Columbia Live Stage have partnered on the project, with two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage (Sweat, Ruined) set to pen the book. Now touring North America!

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve at PPG Paints Arena

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is hitting the road once again in 2024, bringing their electrifying holiday rock opera to audiences across North America. To mark the 20th anniversary of their fourth studio album, The Lost Christmas Eve, the progressive metal group will perform 109 shows throughout November and December. Join them for a festive celebration that spans over two decades of Christmas magic! Along with The Lost Christmas Eve, fans can expect some of the band's greatest hits, making it clear why audiences keep coming back year after year.

Mariah Carey at PPG Paints Arena

Mariah Carey

It's that time of year! On November 1, 1994, Mariah Carey changed the holidays as we know them by dropping the super festive anthem 'All I Want For Christmas Is You' from her iconic Merry Christmas album. Immediately racing to the top of music charts the world over, the bop has since become as standard every December as twinkle lights and candy canes, selling over 16 million copies. Join the undisputed Queen of Christmas (sorry, Mrs Claus) for a very special tour, Mariah Carey's Christmas Time!

Cirque Musica at Palace Theatre

Cirque Musica

Catch the elegant marvels displayed by the stunning Cirque Musica. Backed full symphony orchestra, expect to hear your favorite holiday hits alongside the breathtaking magic of cirque! This festive season sees Cirque Musica back on the road with their Holiday Spectacular, a concert experience filled to the brim with festive fun and entertainment for all the family to enjoy.

Handel's Messiah at Heinz Hall

Handel's Messiah

"Behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which shall be to all people!" Join your city's orchestra for the good tidings of the beloved classic, Handel's Messiah, performed live. Undoubtedly one of the most fantastic and epic experiences of the Holiday season, it's impressive for all audiences, be it your first or fifth time!

The Nutcracker at Palace Theatre

The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker is one of the country's favorite Christmas events, and one of the most performed ballets in the world! This magical story of dancing toys and a Nutcracker prince is paired perfectly with Tchaikovsky's beautiful score. An annual Nutcracker performance by your local ballet company is the perfect way to welcome in Christmas with the whole family!

Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra - Highmark Holiday Pops at Heinz Hall

Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra - Highmark Holiday Pops

Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and The Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh bring the festive cheer once again with their annual Holiday spectacular! Conducted by Byron Stripling and featuring Mamie Parris, this concert is bursting with seasonal carols, hymns, and pop standards, so expect to hear everything from the 'Hallelujah Chorus' to 'All I Want for Christmas is You'.

Dec 13 - 22

Heinz Hall

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Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra - Holiday Brass Spectacular at Heinz Hall

Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra - Holiday Brass Spectacular

If you haven't started planning your holiday season entertainment yet, why not start now? The musicians of Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra's brass section are returning for their annual festive Spectacular for one night only this December. Taking place at the historic Heinz Hall, the troupe will exuberantly lead you through your favorite holiday tunes. Don't forget to bring the kids, as this evening is perfect for the whole family!

The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight at Benedum Center

The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight

Rock meets classical in this soul-stirring concert experience that fuses the best in rock and heavy metal with a talented chamber orchestra and a whole lotta candles! In this evocative setting, you'll be treated to hits from the greats, from Led Zepplin to Metallica, Rage Against The Machine to pop's heavy hitters, presented in breathtaking new classical arrangements.

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Benedum Center

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker

The holiday season isn't complete without The Nutcracker, one of the world's favorite ballets and an unmissable Christmas tradition courtesy of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. Join Marie, The Nutcracker Prince, Drosselmeyer, his enigmatic Nephew and a host of magical characters on an enchanted sleigh ride past swirling snowflakes to the glorious land of the sweets. Be sure to look out for the special Pittsburgh references throughout the show!

Matteo Bocelli at Carnegie Library Music Hall Of Homestead

Matteo Bocelli

Heart-wrenching balladeer and son of the famed Andrea Bocelli heads out on tour across North America this fall! The 26-year-old showed to the world he truly carried his father's singing genes when he appeared on the hit songs "Fall On Me" and "Ven A Mi" with his father in 2018. Now breaking out on his own, Matteo is proving himself the next rising star to carry on the Bocelli legacy.

Justin Timberlake at PPG Paints Arena

Justin Timberlake

Admit it; you loved Justin Timberlake as a member of pop-powerhouse NSYNC. Now, as a solo performer, Justin Timberlake has hit it big with songs like Cry Me a River, Like I Love You, Mirrors and many more! The prince of pop has announced his first tour since 2019's The Man of The Woods tour! Following the launch of his upcoming album, 'Everything I Thought It Was,' on March 15, the vocal sensation will embark on the Forget Tomorrow world tour.

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