Peter, Paul and Mary

Thursday, November 4

A New Era Of Folk

In the decades prior to the 60s, through the work of musical pioneers such as Woody Guthrie, the Weavers and Pete Seeger, folk music was identified with sociopolitical commentary. By the time Peter, Paul and Mary arrived on the scene, for the majority of America folk music was viewed merely as a sidebar to pop music, which employed acoustical instruments. At this critical historic juncture, with the nation still recovering from the McCarthy era, the Civil Rights Movement taking shape, the Cold War heating up, Peter Yarrow, Noel “Paul” Stookey and Mary Travers came together to juxtapose these events and reclaim the potency of folk music.

No American folk group lasted longer or amassed a more loyal following than Peter, Paul and Mary. In fact, few groups of any genre have logged more years (43) or miles in direct, yearly touring. During their now legendary career, the trio won five Grammys, produced five Top 10 albums and 13 Top 40 hits. In addition, the group earned six gold and three platinum albums without compromising core values, and while continuing a centuries-old tradition of people raising their voices in song for freedom.

Yarrow, Stookey and Travers have spent their years together communicating personal, political and social imperatives by way of their impeccably chosen songs, personally-crafted harmonies and unmitigated passion. After more than four decades after their formation, they’re still singer/advocates. Their spirits and sense of purpose are undiminished, their message if anything, is more relevant than ever before.

Tickets for Peter, Paul and Mary at The Theatre at the Frank Erwin Center, Thursday, November 4 are $25, $35 and $45 and GO ON SALE Monday, September 13 at NOON 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...

It’s 1961 in New York City’s Greenwich Village, at The Bitter End nightclub and we are all waiting for a performance by this newly formed folk trio, Peter, Paul and Mary. Put yourself there in anticipation of what will soon become – one of the most successful and influential music groups in America.

You can relive this moment as you join us in the Lone Star Room at our special pre-show dinner on Thursday, November 4 beginning at 6PM. A one-of-a-kind dinner menu is planned and a cash bar will be available – especially for you, our guests. And, there will be no waiting in lines or searching for parking as we will mail you your concert tickets and a dinner ticket which will serve as your preferred parking pass for the evening. After dinner you will move in to The Theatre at the Frank Erwin Center for an 8 PM concert by the legendary folk group, Peter, Paul and Mary.

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.

Make your reservations today! Contact our Group Sales Department at 512/471-7744 or send your request to groupsales@erwin.utexas.edu and include your name, day time phone number, which concert and the number of VIP Packages you would like to purchase.

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 AND 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.