Original Classic Theatre, since 1993

Macbeth 3, by Lisa Wolpe, coming in 2009

"Darkly terrifying" (Talkin' Broadway). "Plenty of epic sweep . . .vigorous staging" (LA Times)

Out of this Furnace, sold out run in 2008 returning in 2009

Furnace has a broad appeal for its richly detailed characters striving for dignity -- and pursuing happiness -- in a harsh and hard world . . .[The] story rises above the ordinary, with Paul Ford and Karen Baum realizing Mike and Mary's passions, frustrations and little triumphs, but mostly their zest for life (Pittsburgh City Paper).

A production rich in the human issues of the molding of new Americans in the blast furnaces of capitalism. . .  A worthwhile contribution to this 250th birthday year . . .It's good to be reminded of what heroes these workmen were (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette).

Othello:Noir (2006) adapted and directed by Michael Hood: “An intimate tragedy”  (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)

The Nina Variations (2005) by Stephen Dietz, directed by Marci Woodruff: “What strange and wonderful music they make. . .mystical . . rich to experience. I’ll be back tonight.”(Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)

As You Like It (2004) by William Shakespeare, directed by Nona Gerard: “Silly, giddy fun  . . . a uniformly top-notch cast . . . having a ball on stage.” (Pittsburgh City Paper)

Antony & Cleopatra (2003) by William Shakespeare, directed by Davi Pellegrini: “Crackles with energy . . . a tableau that burns in the memory.” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)