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Attack Theatre has a new executive director!

Well known Pittsburgh conductor, Andres Franco, talks with Anna Singer live about his new role in the city. He talks about how he first met co-founders Michele de la Reza and Peter Kope on stage during a Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Fiddlesticks concert. When he saw the role open for executive director, Andres jumped at the opportunity to continue working with Michele and Peter.

Andres also talks about their upcoming production of "Someplace Not Here" which features a Miami-based Cuban Roots funk band, Mama Fuma. He talks about the collaboration between live musicians and dance is the forefront of Attack Theatre. He also hopes people will stay tuned for their announcement for next season.

You can see Attack Theatre's "Someplace Not Here" this weekend. Shows are April 4th and 5th at 7:30 pm, and April 6th at 2 pm.
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