Disney train tour rolls into N.C.

From a press release that just popped into our inbox:

CHRISTMAS ROLLS INTO NORTH CAROLINA EARLY THANKS TO THE MAGIC OF DISNEY
Disney offers a sneak peek into a classics’ past, present and future for TWO DAYS ONLY!

WHO/WHAT:
Jump aboard “Disney’s A Christmas Carol” Train Tour and experience a magical world of holiday cheer as Christmas arrives two months early at NC Transportation Museum for a special two day only viewing. Guests will feel like they’re in a winter wonderland complete with snow, carolers & Christmas decorations and will get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the reimagining of the classic Charles Dickens’ tale. In addition, guests will be able to morph themselves into one of the characters as seen in the movie and have the opportunity to see a sneak peek of actual footage in a state-of-the-art two story, inflatable 3D theater.

*This event is free and open to the public.

WHERE:
NC Transportation Museum
411 S. Salisbury Ave. – Spencer, NC

WHEN:
Friday, October 9, 2009
9AM: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with the Mayor of Spencer Jody Everhart
9AM–7PM: Open to the Public

Saturday, October 10, 2009
9AM–7PM: Open to the Public

ABOUT THE TOUR:
Sponsored by HP and driven by Amtrak, the Train Tour will travel more than 16,000 miles and pass through 36 states. Visitors can also check out the cutting-edge technology behind the film, as well as artifacts from the Charles Dickens Museum and interactive games. The whole experience is free. A list of cities can be found at www.christmascaroltraintour.com.


ABOUT THE MOVIE:
“Disney’s A Christmas Carol,” a multi-sensory thrill ride re-envisioned by Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3-D motion picture event. The film stars Jim Carrey as Ebenezer Scrooge.

“Disney’s A Christmas Carol” opens in theaters on November 6.

Bucky Covington giving FREE concert

After earning national recognition as a finalist on “American Idol” and firmly establishing himself as one of country music’s most genuine and exciting entertainers with three consecutive Top 10 hit singles and the best-selling country debut release of the 2007 class, Bucky Covington is returning to his roots for his first hometown concert in Rockingham, NC.

“When I was on American Idol the whole town pulled together – all of the business, churches - everyone. They all went above and beyond to help out and show me their support,” remembers Bucky. “Now it’s my time to give back.”

For Covington this homecoming is a way of giving back to the community that has supported him over the years, and to show his deep appreciation he will be hosting an unprecedented party in the city’s Harrington Square featuring a free concert on September 26, 2009 at 7:00pm. In addition to the concert, Covington’s planned activities include taking part in the local BackPack Pals outreach program, which provides nutritional weekend meals and snacks to children whose primary source of food is the local school cafeteria. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring a canned good or other non-perishable food item to help support the community’s BackPack Pals program and Our Daily Bread Christian Food Ministry.

“One of the best places to play is at home,” says Bucky. “We’ve had the incredible privilege of playing shows in Europe, Alaska and all across the States, but there’s nothing like going home and performing. Every time you look out at the crowd, you see people you know. And to be able to help out BackPack Pals, which is such a great organization and worthy cause, tops off this homecoming.”


Bucky Covington’s self-titled debut CD opened at #1 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart in April 2007 with the biggest first week sales for any debut country artist that year. He's the best selling debut artist of the 2007 class and is one of only three male country artists since 2005 to have three consecutive top 10 singles from his debut album.

New Blink-182 Charlotte concert date

From a Live Nation press release that just popped into our inbox:

After much thought and consideration, blink-182 has rescheduled their next two shows in order for Travis Barker to mourn the loss of his dear friend Adam Goldstein. [The show] in Charlotte, NC has moved to October 6th. All previously purchased tickets will be honored and the band will resume their current tour on September 4th in Kansas City, MO.

Travis, Mark and Tom would like to thank all their fans for their support during this difficult time.

For additional information, visit www.blink182.com. Tickets for the October 6 concert are available at LiveNation.com, the venue box office, select BLOCKBUSTER stores or charge by phone 877-598-8698 beginning Friday June 5 at 10am.

O.A.R. to return to Charlotte

From a Live Nation press release that just popped into our inbox:

O.A.R. returns to the Carolinas for one night only when they play the Uptown Amphitheatre at the Music Factory in Charlotte, NC on October 14th at 7:30pm with special guest Elmwood.

Tickets go on sale Wednesday September 2nd at 10am at LiveNation.com, the Hardee’s Thickburger box office at Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre, select BLOCKBUSTER stores or charge by phone 877-598-8698.

For more information, directions, or to purchase tickets go to www.livenation.com. For information about upcoming shows or directions call 704-916-8970.

Silversun Pickups coming to Charlotte

Indie rockers Silversun Pickups will play three Carolina concerts when they visit The Fillmore in Charlotte on Oct. 10, Headliners in Columbia, S.C., Oct. 5 and House of Blues Myrtle Beach Oct. 9.

Tickets for the Charlotte show on sale 10 a.m. Friday at livenation.com, the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre box office, select Blockbuster stores, or charge by phone 877-598-8698. Special guests An Horse and TBD will open the show at 9 p.m.

Tickets for the Columbia show also go on sale 10 a.m. Friday at livenation.com. Special guests Cage the Elephant and An Horse will open the show at 7 p.m.

Tickets for the Myrtle Beach show on sale 10 a.m. Saturday at the House of Blues box office, houseofblues.com, livenation.com, Ticketmaster, or charge by phone 800-745-3000. Special guests Cage the Elephant and An Horse will open the show.

For more information go to www.livenation.com.

Honor Society to stop in at the EpiCentre

From a Live Nation press release that just popped into our inbox:

HONOR SOCIETY WILL MAKE A SPECIAL IN STORE APPEARANCE AT THE FUDGERY FUDGE & FUN AT THE EPICENTRE AT 1PM TODAY. The Fudgery is located at 210 East Trade Street in the Epicentre.

The band is opening for The Jonas Brothers tonight at the Time Warner Cable Arena and will be performing at The Fillmore Charlotte for the official after-show of the Jonas Brothers World tour.

To buy tickets or for more information go to www.livenation.com.

Charlotte Symphony rally set for uptown

From a Charlotte Symphony press release that just popped into our inbox:

The Charlotte Symphony will present a rally on the plaza at Independence Square, Trade and Tryon streets, at noon on Thursday, August 27. Ensembles of Charlotte Symphony musicians will perform, and Governor James G. Martin, Chair-elect of the Board of Directors, will speak.

“This has been a challenging and eventful summer for the Symphony,” said Executive Director Jonathan Martin. “Throughout these months, we have been encouraged by the tremendous show of community support, from the generous Summer Pops donations and increased annual fund giving to the strong subscription sales. The Symphony is working diligently to become a healthier institution both financially and artistically, and we will be sharing exciting news next Thursday of our progress so far.”

The Arts & Science Council has asked the Symphony to present a revised financial restructuring plan on September 2. Continued funding from the ASC for FY 2010 is dependent upon the approval of the plan by the ASC.

The Charlotte Symphony is the largest performing arts organization in the Charlotte region. The Symphony opens its 78th season on September 11 and 12. This season marks Christof Perick’s ninth and final season as Music Director. Music Director Designate Christopher Warren-Green will succeed Mr. Perick in the fall of 2010.