Pittsburgh CLO’s acclaimed Gallery of Heroes in-school musical series transforms history into a high-energy 50-minute performance that highlights the achievements of historical figures and captivates students and community audiences alike. This engaging alternative to traditional lectures meets all PA Academic Standards and includes comprehensive Teacher and Student Guides to extend the learning beyond the stage.
Major funding for Gallery of Heroes is provided by City of Pittsburgh, Massey Charitable Trust, and Allegheny Regional Asset District. Additional Support provided by Cooper-Siegel Family Foundation, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Heinz Endowments, Irene C. Shea Foundation, Laurel Foundation, McKinney Charitable Foundation, People's Natural Gas, Pittsburgh Foundation, and PNC.
2027 GALLERY OF HEROES TOUR:
Beyond the Moon
Book by Joseph Domencic & Christina McCann | Music & Lyrics by Joseph Domencic & Christina McCann
Touring Begins in January of 2027
TAKE A JOURNEY THROUGH THE STARS
BEYOND THE MOON is an empowering and educational musical that complements schools’ STEM teaching goals. 15-year-old Maya has big dreams of being the first person to set foot on Mars, but believes she is simply too ordinary to become an astronaut. Her view of what is possible transforms when actual NASA astronauts past and present, including Neil Armstrong, Mae Jemison and José Hernandez, take her on an amazing journey to discover that extraordinary feats are accomplished by regular people one step at a time. Through their simulated mission to Mars, our heroine gains confidence in herself and her dreams to bravely take the next generation beyond the moon.
CALL 412-325-6459 TO RESERVE YOUR DATE TODAY!
Financial support may be available. For more information, please contact the Pittsburgh CLO Academy Office by calling 412-325-6459.
A Gallery of Heroes full musical production can be performed in a school cafeteria, auditorium, or multi-purpose space at your venue!
- 50-Minute Musical
- Fully Staged and Choreographed
- Professional Actors
- Full Costume and Scenery
- Teacher and Student Guides
- Post Show Q&A Available
Space requirement for the production is 25’ by 25’. Cost is $675.00 (additional fuel charge outside Allegheny County).
Call 412-325-6459 to reserve your date today!
Q: Our school does not have a stage — can we still book the Gallery of Heroes musical production?
A: Absolutely — the set design allows for the actors to perform in almost any space, whether it is a cafeteria, a stage or a gymnasium. Please call the CLO Academy office at 412-325-6459 and they will discuss the space requirements.
Q: How long is the show?
A: The show typically runs about 50 minutes long. If time permits, the actors will participate in a 5-10 minute question and answer session with the students.
Q: How do I book a Gallery of Heroes presentation at my school?
A: Please call Patty Maloney at 412-325-6459.
Q: Is there anywhere I can learn more about this performance before booking?
A: Teacher and Student Guides will be available online for your reference before the run of the tour. Production photos and video can be viewed on the CLO Academy's Facebook page, Instagram, and website.
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Steel |
The Homestead strike and the story of Pittsburgh's industrial rise to fame. |
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The Incredibly Innovative Innovators of Pittsburgh |
Over 250 years of Pittsburgh's Innovation |
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The Next Galileo |
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Young George Washington |
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Pioneers of Flight |
Innovators of flying |
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The Incredibly Innovative Innovators of Pittsburgh |
250 Years of Pittsburgh's innovation |
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Steel |
The Homestead strike and the story of Pittsburgh's industrial rise to fame. |
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¡Arriba! ¡Arriba! |
The Roberto Clemente story |
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Footprints on the Moon |
Neil Armstrong and the USA space program |
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Freedom Train |
Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad |
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Play to Win |
Jackie Robinson |
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Class Clown |
A student's battle with illiteracy |
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The Play's the Thing |
William Shakespeare |
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Hero: The Boy From Troy |
The story of a young John Lewis |
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The Incredibly Innovative Innovators of Pittsburgh |
Celebrating 250 Years of Pittsburgh's innovation |
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Young Washington |
George Washington's Pittsburgh roots and start |