City of Asylum
Giving Voice.
Italian author Nicola Lagioia comes to City of Asylum to discuss American and Italian literary scenes and his novel "The City of the Living."
Translators Ann Goldstein and Michael Moore go head-to-head to see who can produce the best translation of Italian author Nicola Lagioia's work.
Musicians Lucian Ban and Mat Maneri play tracks from their new album and collaborate with Joy Priest and International Writing Program poets in this jazz poetry-esque performance.
Children and families of all ages are welcome to join the fun as Miss Akasha L Van-Cartier reads some of her favorite picture books.
"Affrilachian" poet Frank X Walker visits City of Asylum to discuss life in Appalachia and his latest book "Load in 9 Times."
Musician and Activist Benjamin Barson plays in this special reading and concert at City of Asylum, celebrating the release of his book "Brassroots Democracy."
Pulitzer Prize-Winner Richard Powers shares his latest Booker Prize nominated novel, "Playground"
Terrance Hayes returns to Pittsburgh for this reading and relaunch of the International Poetry Forum at City of Asylum.
This latest concert in Yoko’s ongoing series features the compositions of Toshiko Akiyoshi as well as some beloved jazz standards.
Author Sandra Cisneros celebrates the 40th anniversary of her renowned novel "The House on Mango Street."
Story Club Pittsburgh (created by the former producers of The Moth Pittsburgh) organizes and hosts Story Slam, a monthly nonfiction storytelling series at City of Asylum. October's theme is Surprise!
Thursday Night Jazz returns with Thomas Wendt's "Off Minor" to honor jazz legend Barry Harris
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