Peter, Paul and Mary

Thursday, November 4

Peter, Paul and Mary: No Common Folk

In 1961, two men walked onstage wearing dark suits and carrying acoustic guitars. A woman followed, her long blond hair flowing behind her. The lights came on and an unexpected energy filled the room. The first strum of the guitar silenced the crowd and many held their breath in anticipation. Melodic harmonies ascended and bounced from the rafters, each echo more resounding than the last. The era of music of conscience had arrived and the world was introduced to Peter, Paul and Mary.

For years, the term “folk music” and Peter, Paul and Mary have been interchangeable. From their first album Peter, Paul, and Mary to this year’s Carry It On and In These Times, the group has challenged convention by staying true to their style and sound.

The group’s success stems from their musical chemistry and onstage presence. This chemistry results in the transformation of Peter Yarrow, Noel (a.k.a. Paul) Stookey and Mary Travers into the team Peter, Paul and Mary. Travers remarked, “Each of us has a talent that’s pivotal for the group. Peter is a patient and meticulous worker, especially when it comes to sound quality, and that commitment to excellence is what yields the best possible environment in which to be creative. Noel has a relaxed sensibility, and that’s a very calming influence when it comes to adjusting to difficult situations, which happen all the time. Of course, both are talented songwriters as well. I think I bring a spontaneity, an ability to connect with them emotionally and focus our attention on having a musical conversation. I believe that if we can have that conversation, then the audience will feel included.”

Peter, Paul and Mary came together at the dawn of Kennedy’s administration, during a different time and a different country. In their 43 years, they’ve outlasted most marriages and experienced four decades of change. Turbulent times inspired the groups early Top Ten singles “If I Had a Hammer,” “Puff the Magic Dragon,” and “Bob Dylan’s “Blowin’ in the Wind.” The group’s more recent records still ring with messages of hope and activism. “Now more than ever, we need laughter not tears,” said Travers.

Tickets for Peter, Paul and Mary at The Theatre at the Frank Erwin Center, Thursday, November 4 at 8PM are $25, $35 and $45 and are ON SALE NOW 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

A PRESHOW DINNER TO TAKE YOU BACK...

Relive a moment in time from 1961 at The Bitter End nightclub in New York City’s Greenwich Village…via Austin, Texas! We are all waiting for a performance by a newly formed folk trio, Peter, Paul and Mary.

Enjoy dinner before the show…Thursday, November 4, our doors open at 6PM and a cash bar will be available. Performing at the dinner is one of Austin’s newest singer/song writers, Abi Tapia – a wander-lusty musician who has actually performed live at The Bitter End in NYC! Her music is at times simple and sincere, but can turn sassy in a flash. At 8PM we will make our way to The Theatre at the Frank Erwin Center to hear the legendary folk group, Peter, Paul and Mary.

Make your reservations TODAY by contacting our Group Sales department at 512/471-7744. VIP Packages for Peter, Paul and Mary are $73 and $63 per person and include a concert ticket, dinner ticket, parking in University of Texas Trinity parking garage (subject to space availability) and entrance through Red River doors.

DINNER MENU

TOSSED SALAD GREENS
WITH FRESH BALSAMIC MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE

BOW TIE PASTA SALAD

CHICKEN BREAST
WITH MADEIRA WINE SAUCE

SALMON
WITH CHAMPAGNE SAUCE WILD RICE

FRESH STEAMED BROCCOLI

BABY CARROTS

ROLLS AND BUTTER

KEY LIME PIE

ICED TEA AND COFFEE

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 checks made payable to the University of Texas are acceptable methods of payment. Seating availability will be limited. There will be NO appearance by Peter, Paul and Mary during the dinner.