Best Halloween-Themed Stage Performances In Pittsburgh

If you are looking for some Halloween entertainment that is not just another haunted house, there are some great Halloween-themed performances in Pittsburgh for you to check out. From interactive ghost stories to classic favorites, here are some great Halloween performances you can visit in Pittsburgh this year. Whether you are looking for a scare or some family fun, the Pittsburgh area has something to offer everyone this Halloween season.

Heinz Hall
600 Penn Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 392-4900
www.culturaldistrict.org/venues/heinz-hall

If you are looking for some Halloween fun, grab some ticket so the Pittsburgh Sympohony Orchestra's performance of music from "Nightmare Before Christmas." This Disney classic created by Tim Burton is a story of how the residents of Halloween Town sought to take over Christmas one year. You will recall fond memories of Pumpkin Jack and the entire cast as you listen to this musical performance. The movie featured many musical numbers and a hauntingly beautiful score. It is sure to be a delightful performance that the whole family will enjoy.

Hollywood Theater Dormont
1449 Potomac Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 563-0368
www.thehollywooddormont.org

Join the Junior Chamber of Commerce Players as they present The Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Hollywood Theater in Dormont. This classic cult favorite highlighting the adventures of young couple Brad and Janet, who experience a night they will never forget, will be acted out by live characters as the movie plays. The show is presented select Fridays in October. You can check Hollywood Theater's website for times and tickets. This adult themed show is sure to be a fun night out as you relive all of the racy and fun musical numbers and slightly spooky comedy.

Kelly-Strayhorn Theater
5941 Penn Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 363-3000
www.kelly-strayhorn.org

If you are looking for Halloween fun for the whole family, Halloween Mayhem at the Kelly-Strayhorn Theater in East Liberty is a must-attend. This fun event on Oct. 24th will feature not only costume parades, puppets and face painting, but also live performances by local artists. There is something for everyone to enjoy and it is the perfect Halloween event for parents to enjoy with their kids. Enjoy all of the music and interactive fun. See Kelly-Strayhorn Theater's website for tickets.

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Haunted Expedition
3754 Wexford Run Road
Wexford, PA 15090
(412) 651-6038
www.hauntedexpedition.com

If you enjoy a good scare, go to Haunted Expedition at Shenot Farms in Wexford this year. This show, open Fridays and Saturdays in October, features three interactive shows including spectacular special effects, which make it one of Pittsburgh's most realistic haunted experiences. Hear the tale of a town trapped back in time that is haunted by demons. Work with the townspeople to try to escape the evil that has taken over the town before it's too late. This show is not for young children, but adults can purchase "no scare" necklaces if they do not wish to interact with any monsters.

Washington County Historical Society
49 E. Maiden St.
Washington, PA 15301
(724) 225-6740
www.wchspa.org/events.html

Want to learn about local history and be scared at the same time? Join the Washington County Historical Society and the Bassettown Paranormal Society for a spooky and interactive tour of the LeMoyne Crematory. Hear terrifying tales of historical Gallows Hill in Washington and experience the ghosts of the now abandoned LeMoyne Crematory. The tour meets at the crematory located on South Main Street. See The Washington County Historical Society's website for tour dates and ticket details.

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Jennifer Stockdale is a native of the greater Pittsburgh, PA area. She is a restaurant marketer and wine enthusiast and one of the hosts of the East Coast Wine Geeks Podcast. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.