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The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion and development of Pittsburgh's downtown Cultural District.

803 Liberty Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Phone: (412) 471-6070

Box Office:
(412) 456-6666

Group Sales:
(412) 471-6930

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Backstage Bar

Outdoor Dining
Menu
Featured Drinks
Entertainment
Hours
Directions
Parking
Safety
Contact

The Backstage Bar at Theater Square is the Cultural District's newest hot spot for drinks, a quick bite to eat, live entertainment, and great company through the evening.

The Backstage Bar is centrally located and features a smoke-free atmosphere. It?s the perfect place to meet before a performance, or lounge after a show, or just a great spot to gather with friends. Plus, you never know who might drop by!

The Backstage Bar serves an outstanding list of premium wines, spirits, specialty drinks and beers to complement the fun and casual food prepared by James Beard award-winning Chef Toni Pais and his team from Café Zao.

And you never need a ticket for the show! The Backstage Bar is open to the public and often features live entertainment with no cover charge. We are open before and after shows. Or, stop by after work for Happy Hour (9–11 pm Tuesdays – Fridays).

Join us at the Backstage Bar at Theater Square for a great time in the Cultural District. You can enter the bar from behind the fountain in Katz Plaza, or through the main entrance to the Cabaret at Theater Square, under the Theater Square marquee.

Outdoor Dining

The Backstage Bar now offers al fresco dining in the heart of the Cultural District. Enjoy happy hour specials and casual fare, alongside the soothing Katz Plaza fountain and the breezy Linden trees. If you haven't visited the Backstage Bar, yet, summer is the perfect time to discover this delightful outdoor setting.

Are you looking for the perfect spot for a quick bite before a performance in the Cultural District? Or, are you looking for a new place to share luscious sampler platters with friends after the show? Check out the Backstage Bar at Theater Square to enjoy an eclectic mix of tapas, platters, entrées and desserts - all served quickly to meet even the most impending curtain calls. Click here to view our current menu.

Featured Drinks

The Backstage Bar is home to swanky cocktail creations and uplifting libations! Be sure to check back often to see what we're pouring next!

Craft Beer
Singles - Enjoy Here! $4.50
Brand new to the Backstage Bar...peruse our ever-changing selection of craft beers along with your meal. Choose from a varied, frequently changing selection.
Mix & Match Six Packs - To Go! $14.95
Browse our craft beer cooler and load up a six-pack with singles of your choice.
Local Libations
Neville Island Iced Tea $8.00
A refreshing chemical concoction! Absolut Pear vodka, rum, gin and Midori melon liquor are polluted with sours and orange juice.
Steel City Cosmo $8.00
More sassy and tart than its Manhattan cousin! Danzka grapefruit vodka with cranberry and lime juices, served up.
The Peach Pitt $7.00
Absolut Apeach, Chambord raspberry liquor, sours, lemonade & lime juice are shaken into the golden triangle of a martini glass.
'S Wonderful! Features
Boy Wanted $8.50
Absolut Vanilia vodka, Malibu coconut rum and Boylan's Black Cherry soda.
'S Wonderful! Feature
Funny Face $8.50
Absolut Pears vodka, Apple Pucker, sours & lime juice.
Draft Brews
Guinness on Tap! $6.00
A pint of the world-renown brew for only $6.00 BRILLIANT!

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Entertainment

The Cultural District just got a little more interesting! Along with great food and drinks, the Backstage Bar often features entertainment before and after shows downtown. We invite you to stop in for live music (no cover charge) before or after a performance in the Cultural District.

At the Backstage Bar

Boilermaker Jazz Band
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Ortner-Roberts Trio
Friday, September 3, 2010
Gene Ludwig
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Jay Willis & Ron Wilson
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Jay Hitt
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Jimmy Sapienza
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Vibes.Bass.Drums
Friday, September 10, 2010
Jared Wilson
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Zig Daniels
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Heather Kropf
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Phat Man Dee
Friday, September 17, 2010
Mark Lucas
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Shawnee Lake
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Jason Zang
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Charles Wallace
Friday, September 24, 2010
The Flying Dutchmen
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Michelle Lewis
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Jasper Lewis
Thursday, September 30, 2010

In the Cabaret at Theater Square

'S Wonderful
5 performances starting Thursday, September 2, 2010
Pittsburgh Improv Jam
15 performances starting Thursday, September 2, 2010
Salsa Fridays
16 performances starting Friday, September 3, 2010
Triple Espresso
105 performances starting Thursday, September 9, 2010
Mystery's Most Wanted presents...
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Craft Beer School: Meet The Brewer - Furthermore
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
The John McIntire Dangerously Live Comedy Talk Show
Saturday, September 18, 2010
The Serious Comedy Show
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Wednesday Wine Flight: Que Syrah, Shiraz
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Craft Beer School: Words of Wisdom
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Wednesday Wine Flight: The Pacific Northwest
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Craft Beer School: Support Your Local Brewers
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Wednesday Wine Flight: Pinot-licious
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Craft Beer School: Holiday Brews & Cheeses
Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 5:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Wednesday 5:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Thursday 5:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Friday 5:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
Saturday 5:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.
Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
  • Our kitchen is open late, so be sure to check our online menu.
  • The Backstage Bar often has live entertainment ? check our calendar below.

Directions

The Backstage Bar at Theater Square is located at 655 Penn Avenue, between the O'Reilly Theater and Katz Plaza. Theater Square is the brick & blue building with the large television screen on the corner.

From the corner of the building under the screen, you can either go straight to enter through the Cabaret Theater doors on Penn Avenue, or simply pass the elevator shafts to walk down the path between the WQED Carol M. Byham Studio and Katz Plaza.

Parking

You can also park in the Theater Square Garage to make your visit a cinch. The garage entrance is on Seventh Street, between Ft. Duquesne Boulevard and Penn Avenue and next to the new Encore on 7th condominiums.

Safety

The Backstage Bar retains the services of an Allied Barton security guard every evening, so that you can relax and enjoy your visit. Security monitors not only the bar and the theater, but the perimeter of the building as well.

Contact

The Backstage Bar and Cabaret at Theater Square:

Host Desk 412-325-6769
Office 412-325-6766
Fax 412-325-6768

Email the Bar manager