Cultural District's New Security Measures Could Cause Delays

PITTSBURGH, PA - If you’re a patron of the Downtown arts scene, prepare to spend more time getting into concerts and theatrical performances. The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is adding metal detectors and bag inspections to its venues and is recommending people arrive 45 minutes earlier than they have in the past so they won’t miss the start of performances.

The trust is offering an incentive for people to come early. The venues will offer discounted drinks and concessions during a “Happy Half Hour” prior to each performance.

“We’re always excited about providing amazing experiences and performances in the arts, while at the same time, increasing our ability to reassure our guests they are well protected while with us,” Kevin C. Wilkes, Chief Security Officer of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust said in statement. “We’ve made sure our new systems utilize the most current and effective screening technology without interfering with the arts experience.”
These new security measures will be implemented as follows:

• Byham Theater: Oct. 13 during “Deborah Colker Dance: Cão sem Plumas.”

• August Wilson Center: Oct. 20 during “Soul Sessions Faith Evans.”

• Benedum Center: Nov. 16 during “Billy Gardell.”

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