Van Halen has added 18 concerts to its highly successful 2012 North American tour. The newly added dates include a stop at Van Andel Arena on Thursday, July 26 at 7:30PM. Ky-mani Marley is the opening act for all added concerts.
Tickets go on sale Saturday, May 5th at 10 AM at ticketmaster.com, Van Andel Arena and DeVos Place box offices, Ticketmaster outlets or charge: 1-800-745-3000. Tickets are $29.50, $49.50, $75, $95 and $125.
Van Halen recently premiered the video for She’s The Woman, the second single from A Different Kind Of Truth, the band’s first original studio album with singer David Lee Roth since the iconic, multi-platinum 1984. Shot during its on-going live tour, the video presents a greatest
hits of the band’s concert moments.
Fans and music critics alike have praised the group’s recent shows: “Van Halen is still one of the most limber bands in hard rock, with a higher center of gravity than most.” – New York Times
Formed in Los Angeles in 1974, Van Halen changed the rock and roll landscape forever with the release of their self-titled, 1978 debut album. Displaying unparalleled stage presence, musicianship, and songwriting abilities, the band has sold more than 75 million albums sold worldwide and created a record of achievement that is hard to top. Van Halen joins an
elite short list of two-time Diamond Award (10 million sales) honorees for their albums Van Halen and 1984. The band was inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame in March of 2007.
Opening act, Ky-mani Marley, son of legendary Bob Marley, has gained world-wide recognition and praise for his musical style, which transcends cultural and creative boundaries incorporating world music, hip hop, blues, rock, and reggae into one melodic entity. Since 1999, Marley has
released four studio albums and an autobiography, a GRAMMY nomination, and in 2009 started the charitable Love Over All Foundation (LOAF), which caters to empowering and educating youth. Ky-mani Marley is currently putting the finishing touches on his new album, Evolution of a Revolution.
Thank you for visiting the official blog for Van Andel Arena, West MI's premier entertainment destination. Here, you'll find some more in-depth and behind-the scenes information on your favorite concerts, shows and special arena tidbits. We hope you'll visit us soon right in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids!
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Van Andel Arena Updates Concessions with New, Modern Menu Boards
The Grand Rapids-Kent County Convention/Arena Authority (CAA) has approved a capital expense at Van Andel Arena for Savor…Grand Rapids, Food & Beverage provider. Installation of new digital menu boards have replaced the traditional magnetic menu boards that were installed when Van Andel Arena was erected in 1996. Ping is the company that installed the monitors and the computer systems for each location, which will control each particular menu at the click of a mouse.
Beyond modernizing the concession stands’ look, the update will help alleviate some of the costs the old menu boards incurred when prices or items needed to be changed on a yearly basis. Adding new options was also a challenge as space was limited on the magnetic boards. If necessary, prices can now be changed or items removed from the boards if supplies run out while an event is happening, helping to alleviate the patrons frustration and their options in real-time.
The digital menu boards will not only cost less over the long run, they will also help generate further revenue in a number of ways. Items and specials can now be promoted more efficiently on the digital menus along with upcoming events. They can also generate advertising sales by
being able to place pictures or videos in the middle of the boards—something that could not be done with the old static menu boards. Each menu can be more specific to the items being sold in the stands for that event.
Changes to the new menus only take a few minutes and include tickers at the bottom of the screens that will include further information on the menus and/or events. The digital boards were put in place in March 2012.
Beyond modernizing the concession stands’ look, the update will help alleviate some of the costs the old menu boards incurred when prices or items needed to be changed on a yearly basis. Adding new options was also a challenge as space was limited on the magnetic boards. If necessary, prices can now be changed or items removed from the boards if supplies run out while an event is happening, helping to alleviate the patrons frustration and their options in real-time.
The digital menu boards will not only cost less over the long run, they will also help generate further revenue in a number of ways. Items and specials can now be promoted more efficiently on the digital menus along with upcoming events. They can also generate advertising sales by
being able to place pictures or videos in the middle of the boards—something that could not be done with the old static menu boards. Each menu can be more specific to the items being sold in the stands for that event.
Changes to the new menus only take a few minutes and include tickers at the bottom of the screens that will include further information on the menus and/or events. The digital boards were put in place in March 2012.
Monday, April 2, 2012
Van Andel Arena Executive Chef Wins ‘Chef of the Year’ Award
Savor…Grand Rapids/Van Andel Arena Executive Chef Chris Simpson has been awarded the ‘Chef of the Year’ award by the American Culinary Federation’s Grand Rapids Chapter.
Per the American Culinary Federation, “The Chef of the Year award recognizes an outstanding culinarian who works and cooks in a full-service dining facility. This person has demonstrated the highest standard of culinary skills, advanced the cuisine of America, and given back to the profession through the development of students and apprentices.”
In 1963, ACF created the Chef of the Year Award to acknowledge Walter Roth, AAC, for his tireless efforts to promote and elevate the profession. The award has grown in prestige, and today is the highest honor annually bestowed by ACF.
Along with Simpson, Savor…Grand Rapids Line Chef Andrew Eggert was also awarded as ‘Chef Professional of the Year’ for his work at Van Andel Arena and in the community.
With more than two decades of culinary experience behind him, Simpson, CEC, received his culinary degree from the prestigious Johnson and Wales University. Simpson came over to Savor…Grand Rapids two years ago but has served as an executive chef around the Grand Rapids area for 25 years. His culinary passion has guided him to be an active and current member of the American Culinary Federation and a 20 year member of the Kent Career Technical Center Culinary Advisory Board. Chef Simpson has guided teams at top catering venues in West Michigan as well as many fine restaurants.
Organizationally, SMG has two separate operating divisions, one for stadiums and arenas and another for convention centers, providing the same effective business principles to two distinctively different business segments. Savor…Grand Rapids is the arena’s exclusive catering, concessionaire and event services company.
Per the American Culinary Federation, “The Chef of the Year award recognizes an outstanding culinarian who works and cooks in a full-service dining facility. This person has demonstrated the highest standard of culinary skills, advanced the cuisine of America, and given back to the profession through the development of students and apprentices.”
In 1963, ACF created the Chef of the Year Award to acknowledge Walter Roth, AAC, for his tireless efforts to promote and elevate the profession. The award has grown in prestige, and today is the highest honor annually bestowed by ACF.
Along with Simpson, Savor…Grand Rapids Line Chef Andrew Eggert was also awarded as ‘Chef Professional of the Year’ for his work at Van Andel Arena and in the community.
With more than two decades of culinary experience behind him, Simpson, CEC, received his culinary degree from the prestigious Johnson and Wales University. Simpson came over to Savor…Grand Rapids two years ago but has served as an executive chef around the Grand Rapids area for 25 years. His culinary passion has guided him to be an active and current member of the American Culinary Federation and a 20 year member of the Kent Career Technical Center Culinary Advisory Board. Chef Simpson has guided teams at top catering venues in West Michigan as well as many fine restaurants.
Organizationally, SMG has two separate operating divisions, one for stadiums and arenas and another for convention centers, providing the same effective business principles to two distinctively different business segments. Savor…Grand Rapids is the arena’s exclusive catering, concessionaire and event services company.
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
GRIFFINS AND RED WINGS EXTEND AFFILIATION THROUGH 2016-17
The Grand Rapids Griffins and Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday announced a five-year extension of their affiliation agreement, ensuring that the relationship between Michigan’s premier hockey teams will continue through at least the 2016-17 season.
The 10-year-old affiliation, currently in its final season of a second five-year deal, has helped produce a Stanley Cup and an AHL regular season championship, along with multiple division titles for both teams.
Geographically, with the two teams located just 160 miles apart, the affiliation is among the closest of all AHL-NHL pairings. That proximity has proved beneficial for Detroit on many occasions, as the Griffins have sent 46 players on to Hockeytown since 2002.
“The American League is critical for all NHL teams, and having a great relationship with Grand Rapids helps keep up competitive,” said Red Wings Executive Vice President and General Manager Ken Holland. “We’re all thrilled with our arrangement.“
As a former minor league player myself, it’s exciting to see 8,000 to 10,000 fans and a great atmosphere in the building each night,” Holland said. “It’s a wonderful city and there is terrific support from the community as well as the ownership. It’s a real positive environment for our young players.”
Among other benefits to the Griffins, this new agreement transfers responsibility for all players and hockey operations staff – including coaches, equipment managers and trainers – to the Red Wings. Already, Detroit’s assistant general managers, Jim Nill and Ryan Martin, have been overseeing the Griffins’ day-to-day hockey operations since the departure of longtime Grand Rapids general manager Bob McNamara last summer.
Also, the Griffins will play their first-ever outdoor game as part of the Red Wings “Hockeytown Winter Festival” at Comerica Park in December, hosting the Toronto Marlies in the lead-up to the 2013 NHL Winter Classic between the Red Wings and Toronto Maple Leafs at Michigan Stadium.
“We are proud to continue our partnership with one of the premier organizations in professional sports,” said Scott Gorsline, the Griffins’ chief operating officer. “Detroit is committed to developing its prospects in a winning environment. Given the Red Wings’ complete oversight of our hockey operations and their talented management team, we’re confident that their remarkable ability to produce a Stanley Cup contender season after season will result in similar success for us at the AHL level.
”Over the last decade, the Griffins have won a pair of division titles and have twice advanced to the conference finals, most notably in 2005-06 when they captured the AHL’s Macgregor Kilpatrick Trophy as regular season champions.
Griffins fans have welcomed the Red Wings to Van Andel Arena for several events, including four Red & White intrasquad games – most recently in 2011 – and a “Wings for Lunch” practice in 2007. In addition, they’ve had the opportunity to watch stars such as Chris Chelios, Curtis Joseph, Manny Legace, Andreas Lilja and Chris Osgood play for the Griffins during conditioning stints. Other NHL veterans have been sent to bolster Grand Rapids’ lineup over time, including Ty Conklin, who has guided the Griffins to a 5-1 record since joining the club two weeks ago.
For the Red Wings, the impact of the affiliation has been unmistakable on the ice at Joe Louis Arena. The names of nine Grand Rapids alumni were engraved on the Stanley Cup following Detroit’s 2008 title, and 15 current or former Griffins played a part in the Red Wings’ recent NHL record-breaking 23-game home winning streak. Every game during that incredible run was backstopped by one of the Griffins’ top two all-time leaders in wins (Jimmy Howard or Joey MacDonald), and in each of the last five games during the streak, the majority of Red Wings who played were Griffins alumni.
In all, 19 of the 30 players who’ve skated for the parent club this season are former or current Griffins, and 12 Detroit regulars logged at least one complete season in Grand Rapids prior to earning a full-time job with the Red Wings: Howard, MacDonald, Jonathan Ericsson, Jakub Kindl, Niklas Kronwall, Kyle Quincey, Justin Abdelkader, Cory Emmerton, Valtteri Filppula, Darren Helm, Jiri Hudler and Jan Mursak.
The 10-year-old affiliation, currently in its final season of a second five-year deal, has helped produce a Stanley Cup and an AHL regular season championship, along with multiple division titles for both teams.
Geographically, with the two teams located just 160 miles apart, the affiliation is among the closest of all AHL-NHL pairings. That proximity has proved beneficial for Detroit on many occasions, as the Griffins have sent 46 players on to Hockeytown since 2002.
“The American League is critical for all NHL teams, and having a great relationship with Grand Rapids helps keep up competitive,” said Red Wings Executive Vice President and General Manager Ken Holland. “We’re all thrilled with our arrangement.“
As a former minor league player myself, it’s exciting to see 8,000 to 10,000 fans and a great atmosphere in the building each night,” Holland said. “It’s a wonderful city and there is terrific support from the community as well as the ownership. It’s a real positive environment for our young players.”
Among other benefits to the Griffins, this new agreement transfers responsibility for all players and hockey operations staff – including coaches, equipment managers and trainers – to the Red Wings. Already, Detroit’s assistant general managers, Jim Nill and Ryan Martin, have been overseeing the Griffins’ day-to-day hockey operations since the departure of longtime Grand Rapids general manager Bob McNamara last summer.
Also, the Griffins will play their first-ever outdoor game as part of the Red Wings “Hockeytown Winter Festival” at Comerica Park in December, hosting the Toronto Marlies in the lead-up to the 2013 NHL Winter Classic between the Red Wings and Toronto Maple Leafs at Michigan Stadium.
“We are proud to continue our partnership with one of the premier organizations in professional sports,” said Scott Gorsline, the Griffins’ chief operating officer. “Detroit is committed to developing its prospects in a winning environment. Given the Red Wings’ complete oversight of our hockey operations and their talented management team, we’re confident that their remarkable ability to produce a Stanley Cup contender season after season will result in similar success for us at the AHL level.
”Over the last decade, the Griffins have won a pair of division titles and have twice advanced to the conference finals, most notably in 2005-06 when they captured the AHL’s Macgregor Kilpatrick Trophy as regular season champions.
Griffins fans have welcomed the Red Wings to Van Andel Arena for several events, including four Red & White intrasquad games – most recently in 2011 – and a “Wings for Lunch” practice in 2007. In addition, they’ve had the opportunity to watch stars such as Chris Chelios, Curtis Joseph, Manny Legace, Andreas Lilja and Chris Osgood play for the Griffins during conditioning stints. Other NHL veterans have been sent to bolster Grand Rapids’ lineup over time, including Ty Conklin, who has guided the Griffins to a 5-1 record since joining the club two weeks ago.
For the Red Wings, the impact of the affiliation has been unmistakable on the ice at Joe Louis Arena. The names of nine Grand Rapids alumni were engraved on the Stanley Cup following Detroit’s 2008 title, and 15 current or former Griffins played a part in the Red Wings’ recent NHL record-breaking 23-game home winning streak. Every game during that incredible run was backstopped by one of the Griffins’ top two all-time leaders in wins (Jimmy Howard or Joey MacDonald), and in each of the last five games during the streak, the majority of Red Wings who played were Griffins alumni.
In all, 19 of the 30 players who’ve skated for the parent club this season are former or current Griffins, and 12 Detroit regulars logged at least one complete season in Grand Rapids prior to earning a full-time job with the Red Wings: Howard, MacDonald, Jonathan Ericsson, Jakub Kindl, Niklas Kronwall, Kyle Quincey, Justin Abdelkader, Cory Emmerton, Valtteri Filppula, Darren Helm, Jiri Hudler and Jan Mursak.
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
WWE Smackdown Coming to Van Andel Arena
WWE SMACKDOWN TV
VAN ANDEL ARENA
GRAND RAPIDS, MI
TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2012 at 7:00pm
JUST WEEKS AFTER WRESTLEMANIA 28, SEE WWE SMACKDOWN LIVE AND BROADCAST TO THE WORLD FROM GRAND RAPIDS!!
See the fireworks and feel the excitement when you see all of your favorite SMACKDOWN Superstars live in action!
***SIX MAN STREET FIGHT MATCH***
SHEAMUS, RANDY ORTON and THE BIG SHOW
vs.
DANIEL BRYAN, MARK HENRY and CODY RHODES
ALSO SEE:
TED DIBIASE JR.
HUNICO
THE GREAT KHALI
JUSTIN GABRIEL
DREW MCINTYRE
THE DIVAS…and more!!
Card subject to change.
TICKETS ON-SALE SATURDAY, March 17 AT 10am!
Ticket Prices: $97.50, $52.50, $37.50, $27.50, $17.50. Tickets are available at the VAN ANDEL ARENA Box Office, Ticketmaster Outlets, Charge by Phone: 800-745-3000 and Online at www.ticketmaster.com/wwe.
VAN ANDEL ARENA
GRAND RAPIDS, MI
TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2012 at 7:00pm
JUST WEEKS AFTER WRESTLEMANIA 28, SEE WWE SMACKDOWN LIVE AND BROADCAST TO THE WORLD FROM GRAND RAPIDS!!
See the fireworks and feel the excitement when you see all of your favorite SMACKDOWN Superstars live in action!
***SIX MAN STREET FIGHT MATCH***
SHEAMUS, RANDY ORTON and THE BIG SHOW
vs.
DANIEL BRYAN, MARK HENRY and CODY RHODES
ALSO SEE:
TED DIBIASE JR.
HUNICO
THE GREAT KHALI
JUSTIN GABRIEL
DREW MCINTYRE
THE DIVAS…and more!!
Card subject to change.
TICKETS ON-SALE SATURDAY, March 17 AT 10am!
Ticket Prices: $97.50, $52.50, $37.50, $27.50, $17.50. Tickets are available at the VAN ANDEL ARENA Box Office, Ticketmaster Outlets, Charge by Phone: 800-745-3000 and Online at www.ticketmaster.com/wwe.
Friday, February 24, 2012
New DeVos Place and Van Andel Arena Websites Snag Two Addy® Awards
With more than 270 entries received by the American Advertising Federation of West Michigan, DeVos Place and Van Andel Arena were recognized as introducing some of the best websites this year at the 2012 Addy Awards last night.
The DeVos Place website, www.devosplace.org, won a Silver Addy in the B-to-B (Business-to-Business) Website category and the Van Andel Arena website, www.vanandelarena.com, won a Silver Addy in the Consumer Website category.
"The websites for DeVos Place and Van Andel Arena were designed with the user in mind. The goal was to create an exciting experience with relevant information at the fingertips,” said Steve Harney, Principal of Full Circle, the firm that SMG partnered with to develop the sites. “We made it easy to find upcoming shows and events, venue related information and other things to do in Grand Rapids."
The Addy Awards are the advertising industry's largest and most representative competition, attracting over 60,000 entries every year in local Addy competitions. The mission of the Addy competition is to recognize and reward creative excellence in the art of advertising.
“Working with Full Circle to develop three new websites was an exciting process. From discovery of our business needs to going ‘Live,’ it was an incredible journey,” said Lynne Ike, SMG Marketing Director for DeVos Place and Van Andel Arena. “DeVosPlace.org is an entirely different business model than selling tickets for DeVos Performance Hall or Van Andel Arena. We needed a CMS that was robust enough to handle exhibitor needs and inform the general public on all the events happening. Van Andel Arena and DeVos Performance Hall not only needed to get the word out on all upcoming shows, but answer the patrons’ questions about parking, downtown restaurants and lodging. Full Circle listened to our challenges and exceeded our expectations. The Addy Awards are just the icing on the cake!”
The DeVos Place website, www.devosplace.org, won a Silver Addy in the B-to-B (Business-to-Business) Website category and the Van Andel Arena website, www.vanandelarena.com, won a Silver Addy in the Consumer Website category.
"The websites for DeVos Place and Van Andel Arena were designed with the user in mind. The goal was to create an exciting experience with relevant information at the fingertips,” said Steve Harney, Principal of Full Circle, the firm that SMG partnered with to develop the sites. “We made it easy to find upcoming shows and events, venue related information and other things to do in Grand Rapids."
The Addy Awards are the advertising industry's largest and most representative competition, attracting over 60,000 entries every year in local Addy competitions. The mission of the Addy competition is to recognize and reward creative excellence in the art of advertising.
“Working with Full Circle to develop three new websites was an exciting process. From discovery of our business needs to going ‘Live,’ it was an incredible journey,” said Lynne Ike, SMG Marketing Director for DeVos Place and Van Andel Arena. “DeVosPlace.org is an entirely different business model than selling tickets for DeVos Performance Hall or Van Andel Arena. We needed a CMS that was robust enough to handle exhibitor needs and inform the general public on all the events happening. Van Andel Arena and DeVos Performance Hall not only needed to get the word out on all upcoming shows, but answer the patrons’ questions about parking, downtown restaurants and lodging. Full Circle listened to our challenges and exceeded our expectations. The Addy Awards are just the icing on the cake!”
Friday, February 17, 2012
Barry Manilow's April 26th concert date moved to June 14th
Due to unforeseen scheduling conflicts, the April 26th Barry Manilow concert at Van Andel Arena is being rescheduled for June 14th at 7:30 PM. Tickets already purchased will be honored for the new date.
Tickets are as low as $9.99 with additional prices at $29.99, $49.99, $69.99, $89.99 and $109.99. A limited number of Gold Circle seats are also available. Tickets can be purchased at the Van Andel Arena and DeVos Place box offices, ticektmaster.com, Ticketmaster outlets or charge by phone: 800-745-3000.
With worldwide sales of more than 80 million records, Barry Manilow’s success is a benchmark in popular music. He is ranked as the top Adult Contemporary chart artist of all time, according to R&R (Radio & Records) and Billboard Magazines. Rolling Stone crowned him "a giant among entertainers… the showman of our generation," and Frank Sinatra summed up Manilow best when Ol’ Blue Eyes told the British press, "He’s next." Manilow’s track record includes no less than 25 consecutive top 40 hits on the Billboard Hot 100. His latest album, "15 MINUTES" is his first album of original songs in ten years. Inspired by the Andy Warhol quote: "In the future, everybody will be world famous for fifteen minutes," this edgy, guitar-driven pop album is a captivating musical odyssey exploring the perils and pinnacles of fame’s double edged sword.
Tickets are as low as $9.99 with additional prices at $29.99, $49.99, $69.99, $89.99 and $109.99. A limited number of Gold Circle seats are also available. Tickets can be purchased at the Van Andel Arena and DeVos Place box offices, ticektmaster.com, Ticketmaster outlets or charge by phone: 800-745-3000.
With worldwide sales of more than 80 million records, Barry Manilow’s success is a benchmark in popular music. He is ranked as the top Adult Contemporary chart artist of all time, according to R&R (Radio & Records) and Billboard Magazines. Rolling Stone crowned him "a giant among entertainers… the showman of our generation," and Frank Sinatra summed up Manilow best when Ol’ Blue Eyes told the British press, "He’s next." Manilow’s track record includes no less than 25 consecutive top 40 hits on the Billboard Hot 100. His latest album, "15 MINUTES" is his first album of original songs in ten years. Inspired by the Andy Warhol quote: "In the future, everybody will be world famous for fifteen minutes," this edgy, guitar-driven pop album is a captivating musical odyssey exploring the perils and pinnacles of fame’s double edged sword.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL TO PRESENT QUIDAM IN GRAND RAPIDS
Cirque du Soleil is pleased to announce that the critically-acclaimed production Quidam will be performing in Grand Rapids from May 30 - June 3, 2012 at Van Andel Arena for seven performances only.
Advance discounted tickets for Quidam are available now online exclusively to Cirque Club members through February 16, 2012. Cirque Club membership is free and benefits includes access to advance tickets, special offers and exclusive behind the scenes information. To join, go to www.cirqueclub.com.
Tickets for the general public will be available starting February 17 at www.cirquedusoleil.com/quidam or by calling 1-800-745-3000.
The show
Quidam had its world premiere in Montreal under the Big Top in April 1996. Since that time, the production has toured on five continents and been experienced by millions of people. In December 2010, Quidam embarked on a new journey, performing the same captivating production, but now in arenas throughout North America. The international cast features 52 world-class acrobats, musicians, singers and characters.
Young Zoé is bored; her parents, distant and apathetic, ignore her. Her life has lost all meaning. Seeking to fill the void of her existence, she slides into an imaginary world—the world of Quidam—where she meets characters who encourage her to free her soul.
Advance discounted tickets for Quidam are available now online exclusively to Cirque Club members through February 16, 2012. Cirque Club membership is free and benefits includes access to advance tickets, special offers and exclusive behind the scenes information. To join, go to www.cirqueclub.com.
Tickets for the general public will be available starting February 17 at www.cirquedusoleil.com/quidam or by calling 1-800-745-3000.
The show
Quidam had its world premiere in Montreal under the Big Top in April 1996. Since that time, the production has toured on five continents and been experienced by millions of people. In December 2010, Quidam embarked on a new journey, performing the same captivating production, but now in arenas throughout North America. The international cast features 52 world-class acrobats, musicians, singers and characters.
Young Zoé is bored; her parents, distant and apathetic, ignore her. Her life has lost all meaning. Seeking to fill the void of her existence, she slides into an imaginary world—the world of Quidam—where she meets characters who encourage her to free her soul.
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Legendary American Music Icon Barry Manilow to Tour this Spring
The iconic Barry Manilow is setting out to tour the country this February with a stop right here in Grand Rapids’ Van Andel Arena on April 26.
Regarded as one of the greatest adult contemporary artists of all time in an almost 40-year recording career, Manilow has released an astonishing 16 platinum albums and 14 gold records beyond his numerous Grammy, Tony and Emmy Awards. The singer/songwriter/producer is best known for his string of Billboard hits which include “Could it Be Magic”, “Mandy”, and “Copacabana.”
Tickets are as low as $9.99 with additional prices at $29.99, $49.99, $69.99, $89.99 and $109.99. Tickets go on sale Saturday, January 28 at 10am and can be purchased at the Van Andel Arena and DeVos Place box offices, ticektmaster.com, Ticketmaster outlets or charge by phone: 800-745-3000.
Regarded as one of the greatest adult contemporary artists of all time in an almost 40-year recording career, Manilow has released an astonishing 16 platinum albums and 14 gold records beyond his numerous Grammy, Tony and Emmy Awards. The singer/songwriter/producer is best known for his string of Billboard hits which include “Could it Be Magic”, “Mandy”, and “Copacabana.”
Tickets are as low as $9.99 with additional prices at $29.99, $49.99, $69.99, $89.99 and $109.99. Tickets go on sale Saturday, January 28 at 10am and can be purchased at the Van Andel Arena and DeVos Place box offices, ticektmaster.com, Ticketmaster outlets or charge by phone: 800-745-3000.
Monday, January 23, 2012
Fan Favorite Red Hot Chili Peppers Coming to Van Andel Arena
The Red Hot Chili Peppers, one of the most popular bands of the past several decades, has announced their first tour since 2007. The group will bring their I’m With You Tour to Grand Rapids on May 26th. This will be the fourth time the band has been to Van Andel Arena since 2000.
Tickets go on sale Friday, January 27 at 10am and are priced at $38 and $58. Tickets can be purchased at the Van Andel Arena and DeVos Place box offices, Ticketmaster outlets, ticketmaster.com or charge by phone; 1-800-745-3000.
With lead singer and Grand Rapids-native, Anthony Kiedis, the band has sold over 70 million albums worldwide on their way to seven Grammy Awards. Yet the next honor for the group is perhaps one of the most prestigious in music as they will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in April.
The band, known for their funk/rock influence beyond their flamboyant personalities, has berthed multiple hits on the Billboard Top 100 Chart, including “Give It Away,” “Under the Bridge,” “Californication” and “Dani California.” The 2007 world tour was widely accepted as a commercial success—a trend they’re sure to continue. The tour will travel to multiple continents and several countries on the heels of their latest album “I’m With You,” which has been nominated for a Grammy award for Best Rock Album.
Tickets go on sale Friday, January 27 at 10am and are priced at $38 and $58. Tickets can be purchased at the Van Andel Arena and DeVos Place box offices, Ticketmaster outlets, ticketmaster.com or charge by phone; 1-800-745-3000.
With lead singer and Grand Rapids-native, Anthony Kiedis, the band has sold over 70 million albums worldwide on their way to seven Grammy Awards. Yet the next honor for the group is perhaps one of the most prestigious in music as they will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in April.
The band, known for their funk/rock influence beyond their flamboyant personalities, has berthed multiple hits on the Billboard Top 100 Chart, including “Give It Away,” “Under the Bridge,” “Californication” and “Dani California.” The 2007 world tour was widely accepted as a commercial success—a trend they’re sure to continue. The tour will travel to multiple continents and several countries on the heels of their latest album “I’m With You,” which has been nominated for a Grammy award for Best Rock Album.
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