Award winning venues, The Greek Theatre (managed and booked by Nederlander Concerts) and Gibson Amphitheatre (managed and booked by Live Nation) announce their joint 2008 Premiere Marquee Club (PMC) line up. The 2008 PMC season once again brings an outstanding roster of music ranging from Rock to Jazz, Latin to R&B and much more. The program offers over 60 concerts with additional shows being added throughout the year. Anyone can join and there is no membership fee.
The Greek Theatre features Grammy Award winners Robert Plant and Alison Krauss for two nights and the return of True Colors featuring 80's icons Cyndi Lauper and the B-52's. Gibson Amphitheatre offers the MTV Movie Awards, the stand-up comedy of Carlos Mencia, Polo Polo and Katt Williams plus rock favorites Chicago will co-headline with the Doobie Brothers.
The Los Angeles Latin Jazz Festival starring Eddie Palmieri will kick off The Greek Theatre's season in May, multiple Grammy Award winner Mark Knopfler performs in June and legendary rocker Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band will play in August. Latin artists are prominently featured at Gibson Amphitheatre with multi-platinum selling male vocalist Pepe Aguilar, Ana Gabriel and the ever popular Vicente Fernndez who will perform for three nights in November.
In August, The Greek Theatre welcomes Melissa Etheridge back to the stage, country sensation Dolly Parton and two nights of Flamenco legends the Gipsy Kings. Gibson Amphitheatre will round out the season with a dose of holiday cheer showcasing The Brian Setzer Orchestra's 7th Annual Christmas Extravaganza in December.
Create Your Own Series
Fans may package individual shows to create their own concert series as part of the Premiere Marquee Club, the Gibson Amphitheatre and The Greek Theatre's annual subscription program. The program begins Friday, March 7 with an order deadline of Tuesday, March 25. This joint subscription program offers preferred seating locations and advance notice of upcoming shows year-round, plus several exclusive discounts and amenities.
To become a Premiere Marquee Club member, patrons can simply log on to the PMC website. More information is available by phone at 818.622.9987.
For more information contact All About Jazz.
