February 27, 2009

Musicals for young, old on tap at Pasquerilla

BY TOM LAVIS

TLAVIS@TRIBDEM.COM

Three sisters who have gained a worldwide reputation for excellence in chamber music and one
of children’s favorite characters will delight audiences during March at the Pasquerilla
Performing Arts Center.

The internationally acclaimed Ahn Trio will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. March 10 and “Junie B.
Jones” will stage multiple performances on March 13 at the arts center, 450 Schoolhouse Road
in Richland Township.

Born in Seoul, Korea, members of the Ahn Trio are redefining the art of chamber music.

“The sister act last appeared at Pasquerilla in 1999 and have since been gaining a following all
around the globe,” said Michael L. Bodolosky, arts center executive director. “Their
musicianship is impeccable and their talent and style are unsurpassed.”

The sisters – violinist Angella and twins, pianist Lucia and cellist Maria – have struck the right
notes with audiences worldwide.

“They are Julliard educated and, over the years, have been responsible for drawing new
audiences to classical music,” Bodolosky said. “Their performances are just so unique,
audiences are entertained whether they like classical music or not.”

Performing almost 100 concerts annually, the Ahn Trio has offered fresh and exhilarating
performances at such venues as Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall, Carnegie’s Weill Hall,
Chicago’s Ravinia, Singapore’s Victoria Concert Hall and Moscow’s Tchaikovsky Hall.

“They may be petite, but they produce an extra large sound,” Bodolosky said. “They put on a
tremendous show.”

Tickets are available by calling Artsline at (800) 846-ARTS from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
weekdays. The box office is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays and one hour prior to
performances.

Tickets are buy one get one free. The cost is $24.
Discount tickets of $22 are available for senior citizens (62 years of age or older) and members
of the Pitt-Johnstown Alumni Association.

Tickets for students and children are $10.

There is a $4 handling fee on all orders.

The box office is open for in-person sales from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays.
The box office also opens one hour before performances.

On stage

Who: Ahn Trio, chamber music.

Where: Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center, 240 Schoolhouse Road, Richland Township.

When: 7:30 p.m. March 10.

Tickets: Call ArtsLine from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays at (800) 846-2787 or 269-7200.

Special offer: Tickets are buy one get one free. The cost is $24. A $2 discount for senior citizens
ages 62 and older and members of the university’s alumni association; $10 for students. There
is a $4 handling fee on all orders.