Bethel Woods announces first concert date

Ringo Starr signs up for June 26

BETHEL, NY — Bethel Woods Center for the Arts has announced its first concert date for the new year, featuring living legend Ringo Starr and His All Star Band, for Saturday, June 26.

Bethel Woods chief operating officer Darlene Fedun said, “Our 2010 season is shaping up to be the best ever, and we’re thrilled to be able to offer our guests the opportunity to see Ringo Starr this summer. We invite both our loyal guests, and those who may not have visited with us before, to join us as we celebrate our fifth anniversary this season.”

June 26th at 8:00 p.m. will be the first time a Beatle has played at the site of the 1969 Woodstock festival. While the Fab Four turned down the offer in the ‘60s, Ringo Starr was scheduled to appear in 2008, but due to an equipment breakdown on the tour, the date was cancelled. This summer, Bethel Woods audiences will finally have the opportunity to experience the legendary drummer and His All Starr Band, featuring Rick Derringer, Richard Page (Mister Mister), Wally Palmer (The Romantics), Edgar Winter and Gary Wright. For more than a decade, Ringo Starr and His All-Star Band have been pleasing crowds with memorable rock-and-roll hits played by some of rock’s most talented musicians.

Reserved ticket prices are $79, $59, $39, and $29 for lawn, plus a special lawn four-pack for $90. Tickets go on sale Friday, January 15 at 10:00 a.m. at www.BethelWoodsCenter.org, the Bethel Woods Box Office, Ticketmaster, LiveNation.com, or by phone 800-745-3000. The Bethel Woods Box Office will be open Friday to Sunday, January 12 to 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. General Admission parking is free. Premium parking costs $25 and is available when you purchase your ticket.

For more information visit BethelWoodsCenter.org or LiveNation.com .