The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Announces The Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents 2009/2010 Season

The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is proud to present an exciting year of diverse performances from compelling dance and unique comedy to magic and live music. The eclectic mix of programming is at the heart of The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust's mission to create a vibrant Cultural District neighborhood. The Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents series is part of The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust's 25th anniversary celebration made possible in part by lead sponsor CONSOL Energy, the Buhl Foundation, The Heinz Endowments and the Richard King Mellon Foundation.

Tickets go on sale today, unless otherwise noted, and may be purchased at the Theater Square Box Office at 655 Penn Avenue in the heart of the Cultural District. For more information and tickets, please call (412) 456-6666 or visit pgharts.org. Priority group sales are currently available by calling 412-471-6930.

SEPTEMBER
ABBA, The Music (On sale NOW!)
The closest to Abba you ever will get! With the true, original sound - and the right matching clothes - Katja Nord & Camilla Hedrén, founders of WATERLOO, the premiere ABBA tribute band, will bring some of the greatest moments in pop history back to life.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
WENESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 • 7:30PM
Benedum Center
$40, $35

David Garrett (On sale NOW!)
Whether he's playing to classical audiences in intimate concert venues or drawing capacity crowds playing with his band in vast rock arenas, David Garrett is touching hearts and astounding audiences wherever he performs. Playing repertoire from Beethoven to Metallica, the international virtuoso violinist is reaching levels of rock-star fame, and has truly become one of the most exciting entertainers in the music world.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 • 8PM
Byham Theater
$32.50, $27.50, $20.50

Church Basement Ladies (On sale NOW!)
A celebration of the church basement kitchen and the women who work there, Church Basement Ladies is a new musical comedy that follows four women as they prepare food and solve the problems of a rural Minnesota church circa 1964.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 1 & 7PM
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2 & 6PM
Byham Theater
$39, $35, $28

OCTOBER
The Australian Pink Floyd Show (On sale NOW!)
Shine on, you crazy Aussies. One of the best tribute bands of all time, Australian Pink Floyd celebrates the 30th anniversary of Pink Floyd's 1979 classic rock opera The Wall with its jaw-dropping world premiere, alongside renditions of songs from Dark Side of The Moon, performed note-for-note. With many of the original lighting effects and video, this is the closest you'll ever see and hear to the original band.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
MONDAY OCTOBER 5 • 8PM
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6 • 8PM
Benedum Center
$43, $37, $30

David Copperfield: An Intimate Evening of Grand Illusion (On sale NOW!)
Hailed by audiences and critics alike as the world's greatest magician, David Copperfield elevates the ancient art of magic to new heights, redefining it along the way. True to its title, Grand Illusion is the logical and incredible evolution of Copperfield's art. Grand Illusion takes one's dreams (and nightmares) and makes them realistic through his sophisticated wizardry.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
OCTOBER 7 • 5:30 & 8:30PM
OCTOBER 8 • 5:30 & 8:30PM
Benedum Center
$50.25, $40.25, $30.25

John Tesh: Live in Concert (On sale August 14)
A celebration of everything John Tesh is passionate about - music, dance and family. The performance includes hip-hop, ballet, lighting and staging effects, combined with talented guest performers and young dancers. John Tesh: Live in Concert is a high-energy showcase for the entire family.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11 • 7PM
Benedum Center
$100.50, $42.50, $37.50, $32.50, $20.50

LADO, the National Folk Dance Ensemble of Croatia (On sale August 10)
LADO presents the rich traditions of Croatian culture with exceptional dancers, singers and musicians performing authentic Croatian folk songs. Described as a "Dancing Museum" because of its priceless and beautiful authentic costumes, LADO represents the rich and diverse regional musical and choreographic traditions of Croatia, which is geographically situated at a crossroad of Europe in which the Mediterranean Balkan, Pannonia and Alpine influences are found in the dances, music and costumes.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 • 7PM
Byham Theater
$32.50, $27.50, $20.50

Mitch Albom
Internationally renowned and best-selling author, journalist, screenwriter, playwright, radio/television broadcaster and musician Mitch Albom is best known for Tuesdays with Morrie, which spent four years on the New York Times Bestseller list and is the most successful memoir ever published. His books have collectively sold over 26 million copies worldwide and have been made into Emmy Award-winning and critically-acclaimed television movies. Albom will lecture and give a reading from his latest work, Have a Little Faith.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20 • 7:30PM
Byham Theater
$32.50, $27.50, $20.50

NOVEMBER

"He's Just Not That Into You"
Greg Behrendt and Amiira Ruotola-Behrendt
ImagiNe You have one hour to tell people everything you've learned about life to help keep them from screwing up theirs - and making them laugh the entire time. This is the challenge comedian and New York Times best selling author Greg Behrendt tackles every time he takes the stage. Behrendt, co-author of the two-million-copy bestseller, "He's Just Not That Into You," along with his wife and co-author, Amiira Ruotola-Behrendt, are voices of reason and inspiration for all of us negotiating, and sometimes drowning in, the treacherous waters of romantic relationships.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6 • 8PM
Byham Theater
$32.50, $27.50, $20.50

One Man Lord of the Rings
Master-Impressionist/Super-Dork, Charles Ross, takes you from the Shire to Mordor and back in one hour. The man behind One Man Star Wars Trilogy recreates, without the use of costume, set, or special effects, Peter Jackson's trilogy: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers and Return of the King. Ross plays all of the characters, performs the music, fights the battles, cries the tears, and ultimately triumphs over evil. A thousand perils, 60 minutes, nine companions. One Man to do it all.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 • 2 & 8PM
Byham Theater
$30.50, $25.50

Imagination Movers (On sale August 14)
The Imagination Movers sing about things they know best: messy rooms, healthy snacks, sibling rivalry and other topics that relate to being a little kid. Self-described as "the Beastie Boys meets MR. Rogers," the Movers are fast-rising stars on the national kids music scene thanks to their combination of radio-friendly songs, kid-friendly themes and dynamic live shows. In concert, the Movers teach high-energy dances, play games with the audience and make music on their one-of-a-kind trashcan drumset.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
NOVEMBER 19 • 7PM
Byham Theater
$30.50 and $25.50

American Revival: Celebrating the New Stars of American Roots Music
Drawing from the traditional musical ties of acoustic, folk, country and bluegrass, American Revival showcases today's most exciting young artists. Respected nationwide from playing at prestigious events such as Telluride, MerleFest, the Grand Ole Opry and Prairie Home Companion, American Revival brings The Dixie Bee-Liners, Sierra Hull, and Uncle Earl together for the first time.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22 • 7PM
Byham Theater
$32.50, $27.50

DECEMBER

JANUARY
Step Afrika!
Step Afrika! celebrates stepping. Like a tap dance without shoes, or a band without instruments, stepping is percussive dance that uses kicks, stomps, claps and chants - all linked to African and modern dance traditions. The first professional company devoted to stepping, Step Afrika!'s high-energy performance is a feast for the eyes and ears.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
SUNDAY, JANUARY 17
7PM
Byham Theater
$32.50, $27.50, $20.50

Jim Brickman
Jim Brickman has revolutionized the sound of Adult Contemporary music with his pop-style solo piano and the romantic popular song. Brickman's Beautiful World tour is inspired by his world travels and memorable experiences of music bridging borders and cultural divides. Beautiful World celebrates how music connects us and brings us all together.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
FRIDAY, JANUARY 22 • 8PM
Benedum Center
$45.50, $38.50, $32.50, $20.50

FEBRUARY
Bellydance Superstars Present The Art of Bellydance
Hailed as the next biggest dance phenomenon since Riverdance, Bellydance Superstars are the world's premier touring bellydance troupe. Bellydance Superstars are taking this ancient art form to elevated standards of performance to the delight of audiences of all ages worldwide.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18 • 7:30PM
Byham Theater
$37.50, $32.50, $20.50

Nickelodeon's Storytime Adventures Live! (On sale TBA)
Nick Jr. friends including Dora, Boots, and Diego from "Dora the Explorer"; backyard friends Pablo, Uniqua, and Tyrone from "The Backyardigans"; and introduces the WonderPets and Kai-lan in their live stage debut. Join these Nick Jr. favorites, plus special guest hosts Moose A. Moose & Zee, as they celebrate classic fairytales in Storytime Adventures Live!
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19-21
Benedum Center
Ticket prices and time TBA

Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Ladysmith Black Mambazo threads the intricate rhythms and harmonies of its native South African musical traditions with the sounds and sentiments of Christian gospel music. The resulting musical and spiritual alchemy has touched millions worldwide. During the past four decades, Ladysmith Black Mambazo has garnered praise and accolades within the recording industry and solidified its identity as a prolific, cultural powerhouse.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 28 • 7PM
Byham Theater
$37.50, $32.50, $20.50

MARCH
Cherish the Ladies
Cherish the Ladies are one of the most engaging ensembles in the history of Irish music, having grown from a one-time concert concept to an Irish traditional music sensation. Critics and audiences alike agree that Cherish the Ladies has become the most successful and sought-after Irish-American group in Celtic music.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
FRIDAY, MARCH 5 • 8PM
Byham Theater
$32.50, $27.50, $20.50

Golden Dragon Acrobats
Golden Dragon Acrobats represent the best of a time honored Chinese tradition that began more than two thousand years ago. Direct from Hebei, China, Golden Dragon Acrobats has thrilled audiences all over the world. The troupe's amazing artistry, beautiful costumes and props provide a visual feast for the entire family to enjoy.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
SATURDAY, MARCH 13
2 & 8PM
Byham Theater
$37.50, $27.50, $20.50

APRIL

Ahmad Jamal and The MCG Jazz Orchestra
Legendary jazz pianist Ahmad Jamal returns to Pittsburgh for a special Jazz Appreciation Month event. For part of the program, Jamal is joined by the MCG Jazz Orchestra for a rare and unforgettable opportunity to hear big band arrangements of his compositions. A similar program premiered at Jazz at Lincoln Center in 2009 to rave reviews.
COHEN & GRIGSBY TRUST PRESENTS
co-presented with MCG Jazz
FRIDAY, APRIL 9 • 8PM
Byham Theater
$45.50, $38.50, $25.50

TICKET INFORMATION
Trust Presents tickets are available by calling 412-456-6666 or visiting pgharts.org/events. Single tickets for Trust Presents performances go on sale September 14, 2009, unless otherwise noted. Priority group sales are currently available by calling 412-471-6930.

Tickets to all Cultural District performances, regardless of venue or presenting organization, may be purchased at the Box Office at Theater Square (Penn Avenue between Sixth and Seventh Streets). Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday 9 am to 9 pm; Sunday Noon to 6 pm.

Established in 1984, The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is celebrating 25 years as a non-profit arts organization dedicated to the cultural and economic transformation of Pittsburgh's 14-block Cultural District. Through public and private partnerships, the Trust presents and encourages diverse performing and visual arts programs within the Cultural District, serving as a catalyst for additional development in downtown Pittsburgh.

The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust owns and/or operates the Benedum Center for the Performing Arts; Byham, O'Reilly, and Harris Theaters; Theater Square; Wood Street Galleries; SPACE, a visual arts gallery at 812 Liberty Avenue; 707/709 Penn Galleries; Future Tenant at 821 Penn Avenue; and 937 Liberty, a multipurpose performance and exhibit space, among other downtown arts facilities.