Just in time for Halloween, PBT kicks off its season with one of ballet’s darkest tales, complete with doomed romance, supernatural vengeance, and murderous ghosts who really know how to hold a grudge. But why does the music sound so lovely, when everyone is dancing themselves to death?

Here’s what you need to know about parking, transportation, bags, food, drinks and navigating Mr. Smalls Theatre in Millvale.

Along the Lincoln Highway, you can fill up on a hearty meal then tuck in for the night at the Jean Bonnet Tavern — and, perhaps, say hello to a ghost or two.

David Ireland’s dark comedy closes the company’s 23rd season, October 9 through 25.

The haunted house Portals of Fear features great performers and a memorable theme.

Here are the 10 best horror movies you can see at Pittsburgh-area theaters this October — unranked, because we just can’t pick favorites.

You’ll be totally shucked when you head into these confounding corn mazes, where getting lost is the point and getting out can require solving intricate designs, navigating by flashlight, sipping wine—or all three.

When the weather turns crisper, head outdoors for some autumn adventuring that isn’t the usual pumpkin patch. Try fall foliage hikes, haunted trail races, a UV-lit nature walk, and one very extreme jump off a bridge—if you dare.

From Dracula with a comic spin to Rocky Horror with props and plenty of audience participation, these Pittsburgh plays and musicals are bringing some theatrical tricks and treats to the stage in October.