PITTSBURGH – 100 years ago, Harry Houdini performed his death-defying upside-down straight jacket escape high above the streets of Pittsburgh. 100 years later, following the EQT Pittsburgh 10 Miler, on Sunday, November 6, nationally touring magician and comedian Lee Terbosic, a Pittsburgh native, will attempt to reenact the infamous escape.
“I am thrilled to partner with the EQT Pittsburgh 10 Miler for my Houdini 100 event,” Terbosic said. “Sunday, November 6, 2016 is going to be a thrilling day for our thriving city. Thousands of people will be achieving their goals at the 10-miler on this morning, and I personally will be attempting to achieve a long-time dream–completing a death-defying, upside-down straight jacket escape high above the streets of Pittsburgh, 100 years to the day that Harry Houdini successful executed this stunt in the exact same location in Pittsburgh.”
Participants and spectators are encouraged to stay and enjoy post-race festivities and the exciting escape attempt at 12:00 PM at Liberty Avenue and Wood Street near the finish line. The Houdini 100 Performance is a free event open to the public.
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About the EQT Pittsburgh 10 Miler
Launched in 2013 by P3R, the EQT Pittsburgh 10 Miler has become Pittsburgh’s premier fall road race hosting more than 5,000 runners. The race opens the PRRO Circuit 2016-17, showcasing world class competition at 5 prestigious road race events shorter than the marathon distance and featuring more than $350,000 in prize money overall, with $66,900 available for U.S. athletes. The 2017 event will also host the PRRO Championship race. Read more than at: Pittsburgh10Miler.org
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About the Pittsburgh Three Rivers Marathon, Inc. (P3R)
P3R is a nonprofit organization that is passionate about promoting the love of running and enhancing community access to health & fitness education and activities. Best known for organizing the acclaimed annual DSG Pittsburgh Marathon, we also run a variety of other high-quality races, events and health & fitness programs throughout the Pittsburgh region. While many of our races attract some of the nation’s highest-profile professional athletes, we offer activities for all ages and ability levels. The only criterion for participation is a desire to be happy, healthy and active! Read more at: P3R.org
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About the EQT Foundation
EQT and the EQT Foundation are committed to the social and economic vitality of our operating regions. For the past decade, the EQT Foundation has made a difference by supporting local programs and initiatives that involve education, community and economic development, the arts and the environment. Together with a variety of non-profit organizations, the EQT Foundation develops strong partnerships that enrich the diversity and viability of our communities, sustain the principles of continuous learning, and focus on environmental protection efforts. Read more at: http://ift.tt/2cUk5Cp
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