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Working in conjunction with the Hard Rock Cafe at Station Square, Lawlessand his partner Jason Levis of 10 Street Productions have planned Pittsburgh'sfirst annual Rock for Autism on June 11, 2008 to benefit the Autism Center ofPittsburgh.
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"I'm thrilled to be a part of this," Lawless said. "We wanted to dosomething for kids with autism here in Pittsburgh. The First AnnualPittsburgh Rock for Autism will feature the nationally-known band EnuffZ'Nuff, Euphonic Brew and local singer-songwriter and Kean Idol championMaddie Georgi.
Hailed by Rolling Stone magazine in the early 90's as the "hot new band,"Enuff Z'Nuff appeared on The David Letterman Show when they released their topsingle "Fly High Michelle." The band will be joined by Pittsburgh's ownEuphonic Brew, one of the most exciting and versatile bands to emerge from theWestern Pennsylvania music scene. Fifteen-year-old Maddie Georgi rounds outthe event with a soulful and powerful set.
Owner of 10 Street Production Jason Levis is thrilled to use music as avehicle to touch the lives of children with autism. "Music has touched mylife in many ways since I was a child. It's particularly gratifying to usemusic as the vehicle to, in return, touch the lives of so many who arechallenged with autism. Autism is a lot more common than most people wouldrealize, and that is why it is a great pleasure to associate with a localorganization like the Autism Center of Pittsburgh to both educate the publicand to help those in need."
Sponsored by www.ecoshoppe.com , tickets for the event are available for$10 at www.ticketmaster.com, www.autismlinkstore.com or $15 at the door.
About the Autism Center of Pittsburgh
The Autism Center of Pittsburgh was founded by the national organizationAutismLink as a response to the growing population of children with autism inSouthwestern Pennsylvania and provides parent support, therapy, respite, andongoing support and education.
SOURCE Autism Center of Pittsburgh
