As a scare actor, before becoming a cast member, I got a BTS tour and met the owners. The concept…read moreand extreme scare and the original story line sold me. Portals was voted #1 for scariest haunt. This isn't just a biased review, this is the OG Horror Fan in me! Oh yeah, this was the inaugural season.

I didn't know what to expect since it's not as popular but it was AMAZING! Props were fantastic and…read moreactors are on point! I hate when you go to a haunted house and the actors timing is off so you don't get spooked. And there's a midway with food and booze? Hope more people check it out bc it's awesome.

A few things to note: 1.) guardians are required to be with…read moreevery child and should be with them for good reason! 2.) do not send your young children to this if they are not experienced with haunted houses, strobe lights, jump scares, and gore 3.) there are plenty of exits should someone not be able to handle the house Leaving this review specifically for the staff, medical team and officers on site! Thank goodness they were there and so helpful! Our group planned and event for youth sports teams and the haunted house was just way too much for most of them. Our family has done the site before so we knew what we were getting into, but most of the families did not. Many of the parents stayed back and let the kids go in groups together which should not have happened. I knew my child needed me with her to go through the house, so thankfully I was with the group as the adult to help them. These kids were absolutely terrified, but the staff was onsite and ready to remove the kids who found it too scary and were able to remove them. An officer followed us the majority of the way to help and she was so kind and I'm so thankful she was there! At one point, a girl from the group was so scared that I had to carry her, which kept me from seeing and I fell (at no fault of the premises). The officer helped me settle the girl down and get the group through the rest of the house, and called an ambulance to help make sure my ankle wasn't broken (it was on fire and thankfully not broken!). Without the staff, the girls would have been debilitated and frozen from fear. I guess that's a nod to the realness and setup of the house. As an adult, if I hadn't been so focused on the kids, I would have been so scared! This is an awesome haunted house for older children/teens, and adults. But young kids, I think it's just too much. So huge shout out and so much gratitude for the staff. You guys were true rockstars and so helpful!

If you don't have a core show to back up your Walmart make up and aesthetic, you're sh!t out of…read moreluck. The same gimmicks for over a decade. You get more jump scares at Spirit Halloween's animatronic display.

A new age theater in an old school building New Hazlett…read moreTheater is situated in the bones of the original Carnegie Hall on the Northside. Huge perk for this theater is the free parking! With a partnership with AHN, they direct you with ample signage and the lot is simple to enter right across from the theater! The area is beautiful and very safe! Tree lined sidewalks and clean areas around. The theater is a little outdated in entry. For a small capacity, you stood outside in line for an extended time due to a single ticket taker with a clipboard list. This delayed the performance by 15 minutes as he struggled to check people in. The lobby is centered around a bar for refreshments. The tickets are sold per section (A-D) without specific assigned seats. We set in the mezzanine and entered through the second floor. Some of the seats are "dangerous" with small catwalks and seats perched with no floor behind them. My friend actually lost her shoe mid performance as it fell through the opening. The productions are limited in set design and technology due to the theater size but there are plenty of plays and shows that don't require as much. If you have a chance to check out New Hazlett, I'd definitely recommend it.

This is such a neat space! The outside is a gorgeous old building with tons of charm. But the…read moretheater inside is modern. I've been here for a variety of events (and that is one of the cool things about the space). There are resident companies that use the space, but various organizations and companies can also rent the space. Which means there is a nice mix of programming available. There are seats around the stage (which aren't always used for each performance) and upper and lower level seating. One thing to note is that their seats are not that wide, so if you are a larger patron or have a wider bottom, it will be a tight squeeze. Sight lines are great from everywhere and it is easy to hear. Parking is available for free in the garage right near the theater. A great place to catch a show!

Edgar Allen Poe Speakeasy was a definite hit! Drinks were yummy performance even better! Drinks…read morewere cold and delivered with a smile

No clue why I've never written a review. All I can say is what a fitting tribute this establishment…read moreis to its namesakes. Have attended quite a few events here with nothing but the best of service and enjoyment.

Lindsay provided my partner and me with an exceptional tour during an open house, showcasing her…read moreremarkable artistic process and sharing a wonderful story. I absolutely love her work and have decided to frame it on my wall.

Met with Gingerly Press this past weekend at American Craft Made Baltimore show on Feb 21st. I…read morelearned a lot about their process and loved several prints. I'm still considering buying several for new wall space in kitchen. The earth-valued themes are depicted so simply but their design and colors are very appealing.

The Space Upstairs is a loft space above Construction Junction that is home to the (post)modern…read morejazz dance company The Pillow Project. The door is next to Creative Reuse's on N Lexington Avenue. On the second Saturday of every month, the Pillow Project invites people to come and enjoy a lounge atmosphere of dance, live jazz music, and performances involving mixed-media. Alongside that, the space is used for many other events as well, each group giving it its own special charm. I've seen classes, clothing drives, photoshoots, and many other types of events use the loft. The space itself is gorgeous, with the modern coolness you'd expect from a loft belonging to a performance art troupe, combined with the history of Pittsburgh - since it is attached to Construction Junction, you can be sure that just about everything up here has been repurposed. The large windows let tons of natural light in, and the hardwood floors are gorgeous. Scattered over the space there are a few extremely unique pieces of art including a busted up mattress hanging on the wall and a laptop with a tree growing out of it. There is a large bar off to one side infront of two small openings that look down over Construction Junction. Old couches and tables are scattered throughout the space for seating and a small raised platform, infront of the multimedia control center, is also sometimes used for seating. The only problem with the space is that it is somewhat of a weather permitting space - You really feel it in here when it's hot or cold outside. There are huge heaters on the ceiling for the winter but they're very uneven, so beneath them it's burning, and not too far away it's cold again. But that's what you get when you're in such an old building, it's a really minor complaint. There is also a small waiting area downstairs right inside the door. So if you're looking to catch a cool performance, come on the second Saturday of any month and check it out. If you're looking for a neat event space, be sure to ask the Pillow Project for details. And now I can finally check in to the right place

The space upstairs is a unique venue for music, art, and dance. I have been coming to the Second…read moreSaturdays events for years and have never been disappointed. The people at the events are the welcoming and creative. I love being there and highly recommend any event that happens there.

I saw Jesus Christ Superstar :) it was so great and emotional. The staff was so helpful and the…read moreushers to show everyone to their seats. I even got to meet the cast and some Amazing women from Pittsburgh. I went by myself and I would do it again!! The Theater is close to the stage and very intimate- so whatever seat you get would be great

Beautiful theatre just a little tight on seating and getting in and out of there kind of a crazy…read morecattle chute. The drink/snack setup is hectic at best and unclear as to where lines should start and where to go based on what you want. Not everyone wants alcohol. It is a beautiful venue and holds all the old world charm! Bonus here the garage across the street is $15 meanwhile the Theatre Square garage they have raised to $30 which is ridiculous. Come and check it out. Just know if you prefer space you need end seats and seats in the wings.

It's such an intimate theater. I love it! Their quirky shows are nothing short of talented. My…read morefavorite shows have included Jackyl and Hyde, Girls and Dolls, and Big Fish. This is a no frills kind of theater but what they lack in amenities they pick up on in talent.

Fantastic community theater with very high quality productions and an even better child education…read moreprogram.