Atkins as The Chief at the O'Reilly

Contact Margie Romero, Communications Manager at Pittsburgh Public Theater
412.316.8200 ext. 707 or mromero@ppt.org
Pittsburgh Public Theater Presents
The Chief

The last chance at The O’Reilly to see Tom Atkins in the performance of a lifetime
as Pittsburgh Steelers founder Arthur J. Rooney, Sr.

PITTSBURGH (Dec. 9, 2013) New audiences this fall were introduced to stellar actor Tom Atkins when he starred as the Stage Manager in Our Town, which began Pittsburgh Public Theater’s MASTERPIECE SEASON. This Jan. 2 – 5 will be the final opportunities to see him at The O’Reilly in the performance of a lifetime as Pittsburgh Steelers founder Arthur J. Rooney, Sr. in The Chief.

Written by Rob Zellers & Gene Collier and directed by Ted Pappas, The Chief is the best-selling show inPittsburgh Public Theater history. The Chief returns to the O’Reilly Theater, Pittsburgh Public Theater’s home in the heart of Downtown’s Cultural District, for six performances only. For tickets call 412.316.1600 or visit ppt.org. The Chief is generously supported by the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Set in Mr. Rooney’s office at Three Rivers Stadium in 1976, this will be the play’s ninth production at The O’Reilly, where it premiered in 2003. “A triumph of the show is that it’s a Pittsburgh history lesson of growing up Irish on the North Side, insider politics, and sports fandom disguised as entertainment,” said the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette last year. “It’s mind-boggling to watch such a hugely talented man work the crowd as brilliantly as Atkins does here,” said Pittsburgh City Paper.

The design team for The Chief is Anne Mundell (Scenic & Costumes), Phil Monat (Lighting), and Zach Moore (Sound). Fred Noel is the Production Stage Manager and Adrienne Wells is the Assistant Stage Manager.

The Chief Performance Schedule
Thurs., Jan. 2 at 8 pm. Fri., Jan. 3 at 8 pm. Sat., Jan. 4 at 2 & 8 pm and Sun., Jan. 5 at 2 & 7 pm.
Ticket prices: $48 & $65. Students and age 26 and younger $15.75 with valid ID.
For tickets call 412.316.1600 or visit ppt.org

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FPA Honors Western PA Veterans, Rocky Bleier

Public Contact Information: Reservations for free admission and details at:  www.fpapittsburgh.org  E-mail: fpa.pittsburgh@verizon.net. Call 412-653-1054.


NEWS from Financial Planning Association of Pittsburgh

SALUTING SERVICE features Rocky Bleier on May 21 when FPA of Pittsburgh honors Western Pennsylvania Veterans during Free Pre-Memorial Day Celebration

Financial Planning Association of Pittsburgh presents First Class Patriot Achievement Award honoring vets making a difference in their communities at historic Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum

Editors: Nominees, speaker, special guests, entertainment and award recipient photos and details will be provided on request prior to or following the event. Nominees will be announced by early May.

PITTSBURGH, PA  (4/22/2013) – Giving back, fighting back and coming home will be celebrated at Saluting Service when a veteran who is making a difference in his or her Western Pennsylvania community is honored by the Financial Planning Association of Pittsburgh with the First Class Patriot Achievement Award on Tuesday, May 21.

Rocky Bleier

Rocky Bleier, Vietnam veteran and four-time Pittsburgh Steelers Super Bowl Champion running back, is the special guest at Saluting Service. He will congratulate award nominees and veterans of the U.S. service branches during the free pre-Memorial Day celebration for the community, Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 7 pm, Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum, 4141 Fifth Ave., Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA (15213).

Admission is free, but reservations are required at www.fpapittsburgh.org or call 412-653-1054.Remaining tickets will be provided at the door. An outdoor picnic and entertainment will be provided to all guests, 6-7 pm. Self-guided tours of Soldiers & Sailors’ Hall of Valor may be taken prior to the indoor program.
Bleier will provide inspirational words on attributes of courage, stamina and fighting back in the face of diversity as all veterans and military families in attendances are recognized.

Saluting Service showcases:
•         Honoring of all nominees for the First Class Patriot Achievement Award.
•         Awarding of the First Class Patriot Achievement Award to a nominee contributing to the community in which he/she lives in Western Pennsylvania.
•         Presentation of a $10,000 donation to Veterans Place of Washington Boulevard from FPA of Pittsburgh in honor of the top award winner.
•         Adam Brock, American Idol 2012 semi-finalist and Washington, PA, native, featured vocalist in the 20-piece Trinity Jazz Orchestra’s “God and Country,” a patriotic and inspirational set.
The First Class Patriot Achievement Award was created by Financial Planning Association of Pittsburgh to honor past and/or present community service by veterans of any U.S. military branch, including reservists and National Guard, who reside in Western Pennsylvania. Nominations were solicited throughout 27 counties and the awardee will be announced prior to the event.
Contact Financial Planning Association of Pittsburgh at www.fpapittsburgh.org or via FPA of Pittsburgh, Saluting Service on Facebook.

About Financial Planning Association of Pittsburgh

The Financial Planning Association® (FPA®) is the leadership and advocacy organization representing the financial planning community.  FPA is the largest membership organization for personal financial planning experts in the U.S. and includes professionals from all backgrounds and business models.              FPA helps connect thousands of consumers to competent and ethical planners who uphold the highest standards – FPA’s Standard of Care.

The Financial Planning Association of Pittsburgh has more than 300 members. The Pittsburgh chapter is comprised of experienced financial planners who are energized by member events and community service initiatives such as Saluting Service.

To find a planner near you or to learn more about the Code of Ethics adhered to by members, go to www.fpapittsburgh.org and click on “Planner Search”.

About Veterans Place of Washington Boulevard

Veterans Place of Washington Boulevard provides homeless veterans with an array of facilities and services that build long-term residential stability, employment, sobriety, and self-determination. Through the agency’s services and those delivered through a variety of community partnerships, Veterans Place strive to be a full-service agency for all homeless veterans.

Bio for Rocky Bleier

Seriously wounded during his active duty with the U.S. Army in Vietnam during 1969, Rocky Bleier was decorated with the Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his courageous service. Bleier, a Notre Dame business graduate, was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1968, then by the U.S. Army by the end of that year. Upon returning from service, Bleier fought back through rehabilitation and perseverance to gain a spot on the Steeler active roster by 1972. During his NFL career, the running back became a four-time Super Bowl champion with the Steelers before retiring in 1980. Founder of Rocky Bleier, Inc., the popular inspirational speaker is the author of Fighting Back, a bestseller inspiring an ABC movie-of-the-week.  Bleier supports Veteran causes and events in the Pittsburgh region and beyond.

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The Chief Returns for 10th Anniversary

Contact Margie Romero, Communications Manager at Pittsburgh Public Theater

412.316.8200 ext. 707 or mromero@ppt.org

Pittsburgh Public Theater Presents

The Chief

As a special feature of The Public’s MADE IN AMERICA season, this made in Pittsburgh hit play returns for a 10th anniversary celebration.

PITTSBURGH (Nov. 28, 2012) Returning for a 10th anniversary celebration is Rob Zellers & Gene Collier’s The Chief, starring Tom Atkins and directed by Ted Pappas. The Chief runs for 12 performances, Jan. 3 – 12, 2013 at the O’Reilly Theater, Pittsburgh Public Theater’s home in the heart of Downtown’s Cultural District. For tickets call 412.316.1600 or visit ppt.org. The Chief is presented by DICK’S Sporting Goods.

In this heroic one-man show, Tom Atkins plays Pittsburgh Steelers founder Arthur J. Rooney, Sr. Set in Mr. Rooney’s office in Three Rivers Stadium in 1976, the audience will hear stories about how a fledgling football team became an NFL dynasty. According to director Ted Pappas: “It’s also about Pittsburgh and how this great industrial city and its people created a great man, and how this man turned around and produced a great team that is a reflection of the city.”

Since its world premiere at The Public in 2003, The Chief has become the best-selling show in the theater’s history. It has been produced seven times on The O’Reilly stage and is back for an eighth production as part of The Public’s MADE IN AMERICA season, which features plays by American writers and set in cities across the United States.

The Chief by Rob Zellers, who is the Education Director at Pittsburgh Public Theater, and Gene Collier, who is a columnist at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, was published in 2008 by the University of Pittsburgh Press. It was also filmed and is available on DVD.

 

The design team for The Chief is Anne Mundell (Scenic & Costumes), Phil Monat (Lighting), and Zach Moore (Sound).  Fred Noel is the Production Stage Manager and Adrienne Wells is the Assistant Stage Manager.

 

Pittsburgh Public Theater Presents

The Chief

Performance Schedule

Thurs., Jan. 3 & 10 at 8 pm

Fri., Jan 4 & 11 at 8 pm

Sat., Jan. 5 & 12 at 2 & 8 pm

Sun., Jan. 6 at 2 & 7 pm

Tues., Jan. 8 at 7 pm

Wed., Jan. 9 at 8 pm

Ticket Prices: $48 & $65. Students and age 26 and younger $15.75 with valid ID.

For tickets call 412.316.1600 or visit ppt.org

Posted on behalf of Dreamweaver Marketing Associates.  Joyce Kane is the owner of Cybertary Pittsburgh, a Virtual Administrative support company, providing virtual office support, personal and executive assistance, creative design services and light bookkeeping.  Cybertary works with businesses and busy individuals to help them work 'on' their business rather than 'in' their business.  www.Cybertary.com/Pittsburgh