Country News: Willie Cancels Two Shows–Reba Adds a Show
Fans who were shut out of Reba McEntire‘s first-ever Ryman Auditorium concert now have a second chance at scoring tickets to see the country icon at the historic venue: McEntire has announced a second Ryman show, also set for February 15. In addition to her 7:30PM performance on February 15, McEntire will also put on a 2:30PM matinee concert, a rarity for the Ryman Auditorium.
Willie Nelson fans who were anticipating seeing the singer and his family band in Las Vegas this weekend (Jan. 28-29) will have to find other plans: The artist has canceled his shows. The two Willie Nelson & Family: Vegas on My Mind concerts, set to take place at the Venetian Theatre, are being canceled due to recent illness and unfortunately, they will not be rescheduled.
A teenager in Arkansas is getting his wish granted with the chance to see his favorite singer, George Strait, live in concert before he loses the chance. Chase Pair, a 15-year-old from Little Rock, Arkansas, and devout fan of Strait, received the devastating news that he will eventually lose his hearing due to a birth defect. His biggest wish before that happens is to see his favorite star in concert, a dream that is set to come true. A letter to Strait and his team, telling him about her son’s situation was heard. They received the exciting news that they will be attending Strait’s concert in Las Vegas in April, free of charge. If that wasn’t thrilling enough, Southwest Airlines has agreed to provide them will free round-trip airfare, and the pair will also get to attend a meet-and-greet with Strait.
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