Similar experiences
-
Kelly Strayhorn TheaterBallet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
New!Oct 3 - Dec 5From $45.00 -
Kelly Strayhorn TheaterEdgar Allan Poe Speakeasy: Chapter Two - Pittsburgh
May 1 - May 3$55.00 -
New Hazlett TheaterThe Jury Experience – Diamonds, Lies, and a Dead Man: Will Pittsburgh Deliver Justice?
Jun 7 - Nov 21From $40.00 -
Trinity Episcopal CathedralCandlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Oct 23From $37.00 -
Rivers ClubDining in the Dark: A Unique Blindfolded Dining Experience at Rivers Club Pittsburgh
New!May 22 - Aug 21$64.00 -
Trinity Episcopal CathedralCandlelight: Tribute to Queen
Jun 12 - Sep 25From $35.00 -
Trinity Episcopal CathedralCandlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
May 22 - Nov 6From $35.00 -
Trinity Episcopal CathedralCandlelight: Tribute to Metallica
New!May 8 - Jun 19From $35.00 -
Trinity Episcopal CathedralCandlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings
Jun 12 - Nov 6From $35.00 -
Trinity Episcopal CathedralCandlelight: Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More
May 22 - Jun 19From $37.50
Discover our top experiences
-
Kelly Strayhorn TheaterEdgar Allan Poe Speakeasy: Chapter Two - Pittsburgh
May 1 - May 3$55.00 -
Heinz History CenterThe Jazz Room: A Tribute to Frank Sinatra & Louis Armstrong
May 29 - Sep 24From $34.00 -
Rivers ClubDining in the Dark: A Unique Blindfolded Dining Experience at Rivers Club Pittsburgh
New!May 22 - Aug 21$64.00 -
Kelly Strayhorn TheaterBallet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
New!Oct 3 - Dec 5From $45.00 -
New Hazlett TheaterThe Jury Experience – Diamonds, Lies, and a Dead Man: Will Pittsburgh Deliver Justice?
Jun 7 - Nov 21From $40.00 -
Heinz History CenterThe Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans
Aug 28From $34.00 - Mary Schenley Memorial Fountain
Kid Quest in Pittsburgh: Superhero City Adventure for Kids (Ages 4–8)
New!$8.00 - 1049 Penn Ave
Whiskey Walking Tour
New!May 2 - Jul 4Free $0.00 -
PhiladelphiaCirque du Soleil 2026: LUZIA in Oaks
New!May 8 - Jun 7From $44.00$37.00
⭐ The hit burlesque parody The Empire Strips Back… is back at last! Making its way to Pittsburgh, this previously sold-out experience drops classic sci-fi characters into the world of burlesque. Don’t miss out!
🚨 The Empire Strips Back has arrived in Pittsburgh- only here until October 6th. Act fast, last tickets available! 🔥
Tickets for The Empire Strips Back in Pittsburgh
🎫 General Admission - includes entry to the experience
🎫 Rebel Package - includes express entry to the experience + a t-shirt
🪑 Seats are assigned upon arrival at the venue on a first-come, first-served basis in the selected zone (Zone A, Zone B, Zone C, Emperor’s Zone, and ADA seats.)
Highlights
🤩 Be transported to a galaxy far, far away, to a world of burlesque fantasy
🌌 Hilarious parody, menacing and risqué dance, and even the droids you're looking for
✨ Your favorite characters are scantily clad, seriously sultry and live on stage
⭐ Previously sold out in Seattle, Portland, Chicago, New York, San Diego, LA, Detroit, and more
General Info
📅 Dates and times: select your date & time directly in the ticket selector
⏳ Duration: 2 hours including a 15-minute intermission
📍 Location: Secret Location
👤 Age requirement: 18+ with valid ID
♿ Accessibility: the venue is ADA compliant
❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here
Description
Let us deliver you to the dark side! With comedy and allure, loving detail, and hilarious parody, The Empire Strips Back drops classic Star Wars characters into the world of burlesque. Be prepared for some seriously sultry Stormtroopers, a dangerously enticing Boba Fett, some tantalizing Twi'leks, a delightfully luke-warm Taun Taun, a lady-like Skywalker, the Droids you are looking for, and much, much more! Don't miss out and get your tickets for The Empire Strips Back in Pittsburgh!
Seating Map

Media Reviews
💬 “I’m forever changed. An enormous success. One of the most memorable and impressive live performances I’ve ever seen." - SFGate
💬 "Probably the most fun I've had at a show all year! A must-see." - WeLiveEntertainment
💬 “Star Wars fans, this is the show you’re looking for.” - Reno Gazette Journal
Disclaimer: This is a parody production. Star Wars and its characters are registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd or Lucasfilm Ltd. This production is not sponsored, endorsed by or affiliated with Disney, Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd, Lucasfilm Ltd or any of its subsidiaries or affiliated companies and/or third party licensors.
User reviews
- This show is out of this world (or should I say galaxy)! I didnt want it to end! I can't rave enough about how freaking amazing it was ❤️
- It was an amazing show! My husband and I were both entertained with the costumes, the dancing, and the Star Wars theme. We would go back and see it again!
- So much fun! Great production value and talented performers!
- Fantastic show. Utterly amazing.
- Great show! So funny, well done
- Amazing performances. Creative, unhinged, HI-larious, unexpected and spectacular set. Loved it!! Would see again!
- Everything from music to lighting to production to the incredible women and choreography was phenomenal
- Fantastic!


