American folk legend Arlo Guthrie's "Boys Night Out" tour comes to the Garde


“An hour and a half in the presence of Guthrie is like receiving the most enjoyable and authoritative master class on 20th century American folk music one could possibly have.” -The Independent, London
(New London) One of the great 20th century American folk singers—and consummate storytellers—Arlo Guthie comes to the Garde Arts Center with his son Abe Guthrie and grandson Krishna Guthrie for a highly entertaining evening of folk favorites, amusing stories and witty anecdotes on Thursday, November 10, at 8 p.m. The performance is sponsored by Bank of America.

Guthrie’s concerts embody the spirit of the ‘60s while staying at the forefront of contemporary folk, all combined with his unique style, which is at once hilarious and inspiring. The legendary singer-songwriter gets back to his roots, performing his hits and many deep album cuts from a repertoire spanning more than 40 years. Guthrie has long been a crowd favorite as he incorporates his humorous philosophical reflections with folk-rock classics and brilliantly crafted, thought-provoking new works.

The son of singer-songwriter and activist Woody Guthrie, Arlo Guthrie’s career exploded in 1967 with the release of his highly original “Alice’s Restaurant,” a satirical anti-war anthem. The record spun off a hit movie and Guthrie became a cultural hero to a new generation espousing social consciousness and activism. A gifted musician on the piano, six and twelve-string guitar, harmonica and a dozen other instruments, Guthrie has equal talent for clever repartee, promising an event the whole family will enjoy.
Tickets to Arlo Guthrie "Boys Night Out" are $50 Garde Circle, $42 loge, $42 orchestra, $35 front balcony, $29 rear balcony and are available at the Garde Box Office, 325 State St., New London, Conn. The Garde Box Office is open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and two hours prior to the curtain on performance days. Tickets may be purchased by phone during regular box office hours at (860) 444-7373, ext. 1, or online at www.gardearts.org.

CALENDAR LISTING:
WHAT: Arlo Guthrie "Boys Night Out"
WHEN: Thursday, November 10 at 8 p.m.
WHERE: Garde Arts Center, 325 State St, New London, CT 06320
SPONSOR: Bank of America
TICKETS: $50 Garde Circle, $42 loge, $42 orchestra, $35 front balcony, $29 rear balcony
BOX OFFICE: (860) 444-7373, ext. 1 or www.gardearts.org

 

About the Garde Arts Center

Now in its eighty-third season, the Garde Arts Center is southeastern Connecticut’s non-profit center for the performing arts. The Garde owns and operates the historic 1450-seat Garde Theatre and the 130-seat Oasis Room where it presents musicals, opera, orchestras, contemporary music, film, dance, and family events. Home of the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra,hosts performances by regional arts organizations and provides educational programs for more than 12,000 young people. Under the leadership of Steve Sigel, executive director, since 1988, the Garde has become a major catalyst for the cultural and economic revitalization of New London.