George Strait

Friday, January 28

He'll Leave You With A Smile

Country superstar George Strait revisits the stage at the Frank Erwin Center this January. Promoting his latest album, 50 Number Ones, Strait and his band, Ace in the Hole, will perform beloved singles such as “You Look So Good in Love” as well as his most recent number one, “I Hate Everything.” 50 Number Ones debuted at number one on the Billboard's Top 200 charts, narrowly beating out Usher in its first week.

George Strait is one of the most recognized faces in music. Females of all ages squeal with delight in his presence and flocked to see his theatrical releases “The Soldier” and “Pure Country.” Men, more subtlety, show their affection for Strait by emulating his nonchalant demeanor and appearance. Strait's characteristic grin and hat tip sell merchandise from western wear to Chevy trucks.

Strait is an icon. The sum of the man includes more than just his music and it's hard to top 25 platinum albums. Yet, Strait is a remnant of a different time. A member of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and recent inductee into the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame, George Strait lives the lifestyle he balladeers. The Texas native ropes steers, wears Wrangler jeans, and even married his high school sweetheart, Norma Voss.

Strait's musical stylings draw from traditional honky-tonk and Western swing. Through 26 years of making country music, Strait has stayed true to his sound and to the integrity of the genre perfected by Hank Williams, George Jones, and Merle Haggard. If you've missed the country locomotive known affectionately to fans as George, you don't have to look too far. His songs are waiting to be played on a jukebox near you.
Opening for Strait are newcomers, Dierks Bentley and Amber Dotson. Bentley‚s self-titled debut has skyrocketed up the country charts and his single, “What Was I Thinking,” is the first debut song to reach number one in two years. The Academy of Country Music named Bentley the Best New Artist of 2004.

Up-and-comer, Amber Dotson began her career singing in local competitions in Garland, Texas. She has since wowed Nashville and the country music scene with songs that are strong, soulful, and clearly country. Dotson describes her songwriting technique on the Capitol Records web site: “Try to come up with something cool, make something rhyme with it, and hopefully touch someone else’s life.”

Random Wristband Policy in Effect on First Day of Ticket Sales: Numbered wristbands to be distributed for a place in line on the first day of sales beginning Wednesday, December 8 at 9AM through Friday, December 10 until 6PM at the Frank Erwin Center and at all H-E-B stores in Austin and surrounding areas where Texas Box Office outlets are located. The beginning of the line will be randomly determined on Saturday, December 11 before tickets go on sale. Wristbands guarantee a place in line, but do not guarantee tickets. For more information go to: uterwincenter.com

Tickets for George Strait with special guests Dierks Bentley and Amber Dotson at the Frank Erwin Center Friday, January 28 at 7:30PM are $49.50 and $59.50 and GO ON SALE Saturday, December 11 at 10AM at all Texas Box Office Outlets (includes H-E-B stores in Austin, Bastrop, Bee Caves, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Round Rock, and San Marcos; Ft. Hood Bldg. #136 and Renaissance Records in Killeen), charge-by-phone at 512/477-6060 or 1-800-982-2386 or order on-line at TexasBoxOffice.com. Convenience charges may apply. All information subject to change. The Frank Erwin Center is a smoke-free facility. Convenient parking is available within walking distance in nearby state and University lots. For more information, call 512/471-7744. uterwincenter.com.

Dine with Your Friends Before the Show ...…

George Strait will leave you with a smile - how about beginning your evening with a smile too at our Pre Show Dinner? You will find the convenience and fun of dining in the Lone Star Room at the Frank Erwin Center before the concert an excellent start for your evening out!

The doors open at 5:30PM, so grab your hat, put on your boots, call a few friends and order your “Pre Show Dinner” package today. Dinner package tickets are $87.50 and include a dinner ticket, parking in the University of Texas Trinity parking garage (subject to space availability), and a GREAT concert ticket to see one of the all-time great country music legends – George Strait LIVE in concert at 7:30PM!

This is sure to be a sell out so order early! Make your reservations by contacting our Group Sales department at 512/471-7744.

MENU

Sliced Sirloin
With Burgundy Wine Sauce

Barbeque Chicken Breast

Tossed Salad Greens

Bowtie Pasta Salad

Fresh Green Beans

Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes

Rolls and Butter

Pecan Pie

Iced Tea

Coffee

Hot Tea

Orders are filled on a first come, first serve basis. Concert seats will be assigned when payment is received ALL ORDERS MUST BE PAID IN FULL WHEN RESERVATIONS ARE MADE. Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, and check made payable to the University of Texas are acceptable methods of payment. Seating availability will be limited. There will be NO appearance by George Strait, Dierks Bentley or Amber Dotson during the dinner.