PALMETTO — Tickets are on sale for a special one-night-only benefit concert, Rock ‘N’ Support, featuring Rock ‘N’ Roll Hall of Famers Lynyrd Skynyrd, with special guest Marcus King held at the Bradenton Area Convention Center, Friday, November 15.
Hosted by The Center on Anna Maria Island and supported by the Manatee County Tourist Development Council (TDC), 100% of the proceeds from the Rock ‘N’ Support benefit concert will support gulf island hospitality workers who have been displaced due to the recent impacts of Hurricane Helene and Milton.
‘When we got the call, we were happy to jump on board,” said Lynyrd Skynyrd lead vocalist Johnny Van Zant. “The band is a Florida band, and our manager lives in Sarasota County as well. So, we have family, friends, and many fans affected by these storms. If we can raise some money for those in need and take people away for a night of great music, then hopefully that is a ‘win-win’ and brings a little comfort to the community, then LET’S GO!’.
With a catalog of over 60 albums, billions of streams, and tens of millions of records sold, Lynyrd Skynyrd remains a cultural icon that appeals to all generations.
Tickets are $75 for general admission third-tier stands, or $100 for general admission second-tier stands. Tier one stands, floor seats ($125), and VIP packages ($500) are sold out. All proceeds from the event will benefit two local non-profit organizations, Shuckin’ Good Cause and The Center of Anna Maria Island’s Hurricane Relief Fund. Displaced hospitality workers will then be able to apply for grant assistance through the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association.
To purchase tickets, visit thecenterami.org/concerts. Doors open at 7 p.m. Special guest Marcus King will take the stage at 8 p.m. with headliner Lynyrd Skynyrd performing at 9:30 p.m. The official concert poster can be downloaded here along with the official artist image.
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WTF
I'm sure this will be a great event and help a lot of people, however with every venue there should be affordable seats for the less fortunate folks that really got devastated would like to go see the concert and lift their spirits up.
I see none of that in this venue. Even if you had to do a lottery on the $25 seats it would benefit those that are really struggling that might need a boost in their lives.
The way the economy is today everyone's struggling just with the basics of food, shelter, and housing,
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Cat L
While I empathize with the views of WTF above, I also understand that the goal is to raise money and a performer of the caliber of Lynyrd Skynyrd is able to draw enough interest to raise ticket prices in that range. It's still bringing a lot of good.
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