Created as a theatrical bridge between Pittsburgh (“the Paris of Appalachia”) and Beirut (“the Paris of the Middle East”), The Birth of Paper begins with a transcontinental letter exchange among strangers and ends with a series of live, virtual shows in which goods and goodwill are exchanged among potential friends. In the live, Zoom-based performances,  Beirutis will receive gifts designed by Pittsburgh makers from Handmade Arcade and independent artists that will foster connection. Audiences will learn about hidden ties between Pittsburgh and Beirut. And all will leave with a tangible way to connect to each other in the future. Tickets go on sale JUNE 1 at posttheatrical.org/the-birth-of-paper. All patrons who buy tickets by Friday, June 11, will receive a special, handmade item in the mail, to be opened as part of the show.

Dates: Thurs-Sat, Jun 24-26 at 5 PM EST (Midnight in Beirut)

Sun-Tues, Jun 27-29 at 1 PM EST (8 PM in Beirut)