Media contacts:
Terry Lendecker | VP of Advertising & Promotions | 214.515.6523 | tlendecker@dallasarboretum.org
Juliette Coulter | The Coulter Group | 214.394.5532 | juliette@coultergroup.com
DALLAS, Texas (May 28, 2015) - The premier concert series "Cool Thursdays" at the Dallas Arboretum, sponsored by Wells Fargo Bank, will feature the world’s #1 tribute band to Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, Bruce In The USA on June 4. As Dallas' only concert series overlooking the picturesque White Rock Lake on the award-winning Martin Rutchik Concert Stage and Lawn, crowds have shown up despite rain or shine and tickets are selling quickly. Tickets are still available for purchase online.
Bruce In The USA delivers a high-energy musical experience that is a note-perfect and visually accurate recreation of a Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band show. Sponsored by Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau, Bruce In The USA is sure to give a powerhouse performance with its seasoned, world-class professional musicians that take the stage. Originated on the Las Vegas strip in 2004, the show invaded the senses of guests in a fun-filled party atmosphere on the Vegas strip, while winning over the toughest skeptics.
According to Missy Whisler, Dallas Arboretum’s vice president of sales, “This show is high energy, much like how the band started in Las Vegas. We encourage guests to participate in the weekly costume contest to win prizes. This week’s theme is to wear your senior prom outfit – aka embarrass your children – for the ‘Glory Days Award’.”
In addition to the coolest view of White Rock Lake, attendees can bring picnics and beverages or purchase food from food trucks including Jack’s Chow Hound, Rock-n-Roll Tacos and The Guava Tree. The gardens are also open to stroll through before the concert to enjoy the Summer at the Arboretum display and the various gardens.
The concert series continues every Thursday through July 2 and again in the fall. Gates open at 6 p.m., and the spring concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. Single tickets start at $10-$27 and are available for purchase online. Tickets include parking.
About the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden:
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is located on the southeastern shore of White Rock Lake at 8525 Garland Road, Dallas, Texas 75218. The Dallas Arboretum is also the home of the internationally acclaimed Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden. The Arboretum is open daily from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The Dallas Morning News is the principal partner of the Dallas Arboretum. The Arboretum is supported, in part, by funds from the Dallas Park and Recreation Department. WFAA is an official media sponsor for the Dallas Arboretum.
For group tickets of 15 or more, call Susan Armanovs, 214-515-6520. On-site parking is complimentary for all concerts and we encourage our guests to take advantage of the close covered parking available at the parking garage.
Upcoming concerts:
June 11 Four Way Street: Crosby Stills and Nash Tribute Band
Costume Contest: “The Original Hipster Award” – Wear your best Woodstock outfit!
Sponsored by Capital One Bank
June 18 Le Freak: The Greatest Disco Band in the World
Costume Contest: “Boogie Oogie Oogie Award” – Wear your best 70’s disco outfit!
Sponsored by The University of Texas at Dallas
June 25 The Buddy Holly Revue: A Tribute to Buddy Holly
Costume Contest: “Old School Cool Award” – Wear your best rockability costume!
July 2 The Dallas Winds: A Patriotic Tribute to America
Costume Contest: “Lady Liberty or Uncle Sam Award” - Wear your best and brightest red, white and blue costume!
Sponsored by Retirement Rescue Advisors LLC
More information is available at www.dallasarboretum.org or by calling 214.515.6500.
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