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You have the opportunity to see Mel Brooks’ classic movie come to life in a broadway musical like no other! Show ends Sunday, May 9th. This spectacular new production is the winner of the 2008 Outer Critics Circle Award for BEST MUSICAL.

This show follows young Dr. Frankenstein as he attempts to create a monster. Don’t miss the sensational cast delivering all your favorite moments from the classic film. You are sure to spend the whole night laughing.

Don’t forget to stop by the Carlton Restaurant for a meal before the show and get a free limo ride to the Benedum Center.

Here are The Carlton’s Quick Picks for the week of May 3rd.

Remember, you can always find more events on the Post-Gazette’s Event Calendar as well as the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership’s Calendar.

These are just a few of our favorites!

Cherish the Ladies. Monday, May 3rd at the Byham Theatre don’t miss one of the most engaging ensembles in the history of Irish music, having grown from a one-time concert concept to an Irish traditional music sensation. Critics and audiences alike agree that Cherish the Ladies has become the most successful and sought-after Irish-American group in Celtic music. Be sure to stop by the Carlton Restaurant before the show for a pleasant meal and get a free limo ride to the show! For more information visit The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.

Young Frankenstein. Don’t miss Young Frankenstein Tuesday, May 4th-9th at the Benedum Center. You’ll have a great time at this spectacular new production by Mel Brooks, winner of the 2008 Outer Critics Circle Award for BEST MUSICAL! This legend follows young Dr. Frankenstein as he attempts to create a monster. Head over to the Carlton Restaurant before the show for dinner and a free limo ride to the show!

Free Friday Walking Tours. A one-hour guided walking tour focusing on the major historic buildings and modern skyscrapers on Grant Street is a great way to spend your Friday. With its concentration of major historic buildings and modern skyscrapers, Grant Street is downtown Pittsburgh’s showcase thoroughfare. A section of Grant Street, between Forbes and Seventh Avenues, is part of the Pittsburgh Central Downtown National Register Historic District, which also includes significant buildings west of Grant Street. This tour will visit some of these buildings and a unique urban garden located in the Historic District. For more information visit Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership.

Mother’s Day. Don’t forget this Sunday, May 9th is Mother’s Day! Make your mother a card and take her out to eat. Stop by the Carlton Restaurant as a great way to spend your night!

Here are The Carlton’s Quick Picks for the week of April 26th.

Remember, you can always find more events on the Post-Gazette’s Event Calendar as well as the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership’s Calendar.

These are just a few of our favorites!

The Marriage of Figaro. Don’t miss this show at the Benedum Center with music by Mozart on April 27th and 30th.  This dizzying comic farce takes place on a graceful architectural set and exudes charm from frantic beginning to sweet, satisfying end.  Understand every word with the opera sung in Italian and English texts projected above the stage. For more information visit the Pittsburgh Opera. Be sure to visit the Carlton Restaurant before the show and get a free limo ride to the Benedum Center!

Smucker’s Stars on Ice. The Smucker’s Stars on Ice Tour, founded and produced by Olympic Gold Medalist Scott Hamilton, is one of the premier family entertainment events in the U.S. This year’s highly-anticipated production will crisscross the United States as the only figure skating tour in America, bringing you the greatest performances and competitors from the 2010 Winter Games. Don’t miss this performances on Thursday, April 29th at the Mellon Arena. Be sure to stop by the Carlton Restaurant before heading over to the Arena.

Pittsburgh Marathon. The Pittsburgh Marathon returns on Sunday, May 2nd. Whether you’re a runner or a spectator, race weekend offers a multitude of activities, perfect for all ages. For more information and tips visit Pittsburgh Marathon.

Don’t miss your chance to see Swan Lake at the Benedum Center today through sunday! The most popular of all classical ballets, Swan Lake is the ultimate tale of betrayal and everlasting love.

First performed in 1877, the ballet’s stunning choreography and demanding roles require dancers to be technically precise and to possess commanding dramatic ability. The coveted dual role of Odette and Odile is considered one of the most cherished in a ballerina’s repertoire. Swan Lake is an emotionally charged production that will take your breath away.

Come to the Carlton Restaurant for a meal before the show and get a free limo ride to the Benedum Center. For more information visit Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre.

Here are The Carlton’s Quick Picks for the week of April 12th.

Remember, you can always find more events on the Post-Gazette’s Event Calendar as well as the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership’s Calendar.

These are just a few of our favorites!

Music 101 with the White Tie Group.“Old Friends” with White Tie Group, jazz trio. Presented by the Pittsburgh Symphony Association, Music 101 is a lunchtime lecture series of informal presentations on Tuesday, April 13th. It provides the community with opportunities to hear personal insights from PSO musicians, conductors and key personnel. Come to Heinz Hall for this free event open to the public. Doors open at 11:15 a.m. for lunch. Reservations are not necessary. For more information visit Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership.

Best of Italy Wine Dinner at The Carlton. On Thursday, April 15th Roland Marandino, the Wine Ambassador for Cecchi Winery and Sartori Winery visits The Carlton Restaurant to present a “Best of Italy” Wine Dinner. Enjoy three wines rated over ’90″ points including a blockbuster Amarone/Chianti comparison course. This is an evening that will please the palate and Roland is sure to entertain and educate you about the world of Italian Wine!

Swan Lake. The most popular of all classical ballets is coming to the Benedum Center April 16th-April 18th. Swan Lake is the ultimate tale of betrayal and everlasting love. It’s an emotionally charged production that will take your breath away. Don’t miss the excellent show! Stop by the Carlton Restaurant for dinner and a free limo ride to the Benedum Center. For more information visit Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre.

Don’t miss your chance to see Jesus Christ Superstar this weekend at the Benedum Center.  The show plays Sunday (March 7th) only at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, the first masterpiece from the legendary writing team of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, exploded onto the scene in 1971 changing the world of musical theatre forever. With a score of amazing songs – “I Don’t Know How to Love Him”, “Hosanna”, “Everything’s Alright”, “What’s the Buzz”, “Superstar”, and “Heaven on Their Mind”, this original groundbreaking production starring Ted Neeley in the title role is as relevant and timeless as ever.

This is your last chance to see the musical Cats at the Benedum Center – it closes this weekend! So head on over to the Carlton for a wonderful dinner with family and/or friends and we’ll drive you over to the show.  Hope to see you tonight!

There’s no better way to introduce your family to the wonders of live theater than with the magic, the mystery, the memory of CATS. What began as a musical about cats after Andrew Lloyd Webber picked up a book of poems in an airport bookshop has become one of the longest running shows in Broadway’s history. Winner of seven Tony Awards including Best Musical, CATS features 20 of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s timeless melodies, including the hit song “Memory.”

If you’re looking for a fun night out in the city tonight, stop by The Carlton Restaurant for some fine dining and then let us take you to the Benedum Center via limo for the Jim Brickman concert. Jim Brickman has revolutionized the sound of Adult Contemporary music with his pop-style solo piano and the romantic popular song. Tonight’s concert is part of a tour inspired by his world travels and memorable experiences of music bridging borders and cultural divides.Tickets start at $20.50; to order, call (412) 456-6666. You won’t be disappointed!