The Corvette Bash Returns to Bowling Green This April!
No other event marks the start of “Corvette Season” like the Michelin NCM Bash!
Each year, the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky hosts this awesome event wherein Corvette owners and enthusiasts alike gather to get up-close-and-personal with the next model year Corvettes. The NCM Bash marks the official start of the Museum’s on-site event season and is one of the largest events held there each year.
2018 NCM Bash
The 2018 NCM Bash, which will be hosted by the National Corvette Museum on April 26-28, 2018, will provide enthusiasts a chance to see the new 2019 Corvette Stingray in all its iterations, including the Grand Sport, the Z06 and for the first-time ever, the 2019 Corvette ZR1. Fans of the ZR1 will have the opportunity to attend seminars and get all the latest information on the new super-car.
As in years past, there will be a large contingent of GM engineers and designers from the Warren Tech Center and the Bowling Green Assembly Plant. This year, scheduled showcase speakers will include Tadge Juechter – Corvette Chief Engineer, Kirk Bennion – Corvette Designer, and Harlan Charles – Chevrolet Corvette Product Marketing Manager. As in years past, this team (along with other speakers throughout the event) will present on the 2019 model year Corvettes and will remain onsite throughout the day to answer questions and meet with enthusiasts for pictures and autographs.
In addition to the engineering and marketing groups, Doug Fehan, Corvette Racing’s Program Manager will be at the event to discuss the upcoming racing season and to answer questions about the teams and about the Corvette C7.R Race Car. General Motors Paul Pearson will present his “7th Generation Infotainment/Navigation Seminar.” This entertaining and informative presentation is designed to provide owners with a greater understanding of the many capabilities that their C7 Corvette Stingray’s individual infotainment centers is capable of.
Other activities scheduled for the event include:
- A presentation of the restored 1962 Sinkhole Corvette
- An LT4 engine building demonstration by Brian Lee and John Wurth from the Bowling Green Assembly Plant
- A seminar and classroom sessions hosted by GM certified technicians Paul Koerner & Brittany George
- Guided road tours around Bowling Green (and surround areas)
- Two celebrity choice car shows,
- The Ladies’ Oasis
- An expanded Garage Party with Women of the GM Corvette Team
The three day event will also host a plethora of other activities interspersed throughout the event. A complete schedule of activities is listed below.
Anyone interested in attending the NCM Bash may register online between now and 8:00am (central time) on Tuesday, April 18, 2018. All activities will be open to event registrants only. Anyone registering online will receive a hard-card credential, a lanyard, an event pin and a dash plaque. Cost for early registration is $15.00 (per person) for lifetime members of the NCM, $20.00 (per person) for members and $30.00 (per person) for non-members.
Anyone who misses the online pre-registration will have the opportunity to register onsite at a slightly higher rate of $20/$25/$35 respectively. No refunds or cancellations will be accepted once advance registration closes.
The National Corvette Museum is located at: 350 Corvette Drive, Bowling Green, Kentucky 42101.
Event Schedule
| WEDNESDAY APRIL 25 | |
| 8:00am | NCM Opens |
| 1:00pm – 5:00pm | Advance registration credential/shirt pickup
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| 5:00pm | NCM Closes |
| THURSDAY APRIL 26 | |
| 8:00am | NCM Opens |
| 8:00am – 4:00pm | Registration Open
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| 8:00am – 5:00pm | 2019 Stingrays and ZR1 on Display
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| 9:00am – 4:00pm | NCM Motorsports Park Touring Laps – 1 Day Only!!ONLY time to get on track during Bash!! All day touring offered with the times that fit to your schedule. With lead / follow car – an average of highway speeds is the norm! Drive your own Corvette. Convertibles and passengers welcome.
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| 9:00am – 11:00am | Paul Koerner & Brittany George Classroom – Prepping Your Corvette for TrackThere are many facets to Corvette and these vehicles are track capable right out of the wrapper. This does NOT mean that they do not require proper preparation prior to placing them on the racetrack. In this in-depth classroom, we will cover all models from 2005 to present date. ZO6, ZR1 and Z51 will all be covered, including correct oil, lubricants, tires, alignment specifications and other details that sometimes are missed. Question and answer will also be a part of this class! Buckle your 5-point harness, this will be something NOT to miss!
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| 9:00am – 11:00am | S1: Using 7th Generation NavigationHaving trouble understanding your Stingray navigation? Paul will walk you through it with his big screen presentation in hopes of steering you straight and getting you to your destinations with ease!
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| 9:00am – 3:30pm | LT1: Shifting and ShootingJoin us for our 2nd annual Shifting and Shooting event at the scenic 2,000-acre Rockcastle Shooting Center. Begin with a scenic drive on our KY back-roads. Then, shoot for fun, or for points with a trophy awarded to the winner. Lunch, ammunition, and firearms will be provided with Range Officers at each station to ensure a fun and safe event.
To keep the playing field level, we ask that you use the provided firearms. You may bring your own handgun for target practice between events, but you must provide your own ammunition if you do. This should be an action-packed day of firing range fun with Corvette Friends. |
| 9:30am – 3:30pm | **SOLD OUT** LT2: O.Z. Tyler Distillery / Fetta Pizza Road Tour – **SOLD OUT**Bourbon Whiskey is a distinctly American product that has been produced in this country since the 18thcentury. Bourbon can be made in any U.S. state but the vast majority of it hails from Kentucky, and can claim to be world-renowned Kentucky Bourbon. The location of the O.Z. Tyler® Distillery has been producing Bourbon Whiskey since 1885. Then on to Fetta Pizza – locally owned and operated – best pizza in the Midwest!
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| 9:30am – 2:30pm | **SOLD OUT** LT3: Old Friends Thoroughbred Retirement Farm **SOLD OUT**Old Friends at Kentucky Downs is a unique partnership between Old Friends, Kentucky Downs Race Track and Simpson County Tourism. It is the first thoroughbred retirement home located at a race track in the country. Come on out and visit our equine retirees! Feed them carrots, take some photos and visit the gift shop. Then go to lunch at KY Downs Lucky 7’s Diner with a classic 1950s diner vibe. This will be in the KY Downs Gaming facility
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| 9:30am – 3:30pm | **SOLD OUT** LT4: Swope Cars of Yesteryear Auto Museum / Back Home RestaurantSwope Museum features antique cars from different eras for your viewing pleasure. The feature cars from the early 1900’s to the 1960’s of all makes and models. Enjoy the vintage car library and a do-it-yourself car video theater. Then onto lunch at Back Home Restaurant. If you are in the mood for some good ole’ family cooking and a great local shopping experience then this is for you!
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| 10:30am – 11:30am | S2: Restoration of the 1962 Sinkhole CorvetteJoin us for a walk around with our restored 1962 as we hear about the restoration process and all that went into it. Learn what we did and didn’t do to the parts of the car that were and weren’t damaged.
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| 11:00am – 7:00pm | Karting at the NCM Kartplex
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| 11:15am – 12:30pm | New Member LuncheonIf you are a new member to the NCM between April 2017 and April 2018 – we invite you to attend a new member luncheon. Meet some of the NCM staff as well as other new members. Learn some of what we offer here at the NCM! Watch for your new member personal invite!
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| 11:45am – 12:45pm | S3: Seminar TBD
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| 1:00pm – 2:30pm | S4: Hand Building the LT4 Engine Watch as the Performance Build Center Team completely disassembles and reassembles an LT4 engine from top to bottom. Feel free to ask the team about the parts, the engine, and the process during the build. After the team has finished building the engine from the bare block they will talk about the testing, sequencing, and other processes to get the final engine ready to go in a Z06 Corvette.
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| 1:00pm – 2:30pm | S5: Paul Koerner & Brittany George-Corvette 7th generation, discussion for new owners and enthusiasts In this basic seminar, we will have open question and answer about basics of the 7th generation Corvette. Fact is, the technology of Stingray, Grand Sport, ZO6 and ZR1 since 2014 is amazing and highly complex. We keep things simple, explain how things work in easy to understand terms and demystify this wonderful generation of Corvette. Come and join us for a fun, enjoyable, show and tell seminar that everyone can truly feel comfortable attending
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| 2:45pm – 3:45pm | S6: What’s New at the Bowling Green Assembly Plant
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| 3:00pm – 4:30pm | Ask the Expert – Drop in Assistance
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| 4:00pm – 5:00pm | S7: NCM Membership Meeting with our Board of DirectorsMeet the NCM Board Members and learn about updates to the Museum, finances, etc.
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| 5:00pm | NCM Closes |
| 5:15pm – 5:45pm | Cash Bar – NCM Blvd |
| 6:00pm – 8:00pm | BQT1: 20th Anniversary of Corvette Racing BanquetDinner with Corvette Racing Program Manager along with some very special VIP guests for this banquet, followed by a presentation and open questions to Doug and guests
o Herb Roasted Pork Loin o Chicken and Dressing o Sweet Potato Casserole o Glazed Carrots o Dinner Rolls o Dessert – Cheesecake and Chess Bars
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| FRIDAY APRIL 27 | |
| 8:00am | NCM Opens |
| 8:00am – 4:00pm | Registration Open
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| 8:00am – 5:00pm | 2019 Stingrays and ZR1 on Display
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| 8:00am – 5:00pm | Corvette Driving Experience at NCM Motorsports ParkEver dreamed of driving America’s Sports Car? How about on a race track? Now you can at NCM Motorsports Park! Get behind the wheel of a 2017 Corvette Stingray Z51 for laps around our 3.15 mile road course, built for speed! Our Corvette Experience gives you a combination of classroom instruction and in-car instruction. You must be 18 years or older to participate with a valid driver’s license. Participants must sign a Vehicle Damage Policy and Indemnity Agreement
** To reserve your spot and pay by phone, call 270-777-4508 or email [email protected] ** |
| 8:30am – 10:30am | S8: 2019 Presentation including ZR1 & Walk AroundLearn what’s new in design, interior, colors, etc. on the new model year 2019
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| 9:00am – 11:00am | Friday Paul Koerner & Brittany George Classroom – Prepping Your Corvette for TrackThere are many facets to Corvette and these vehicles are track capable right out of the wrapper. This does NOT mean that they do not require proper preparation prior to placing them on the racetrack. In this in-depth classroom, we will cover all models from 2005 to present date. ZO6, ZR1 and Z51 will all be covered, including correct oil, lubricants, tires, alignment specifications and other details that sometimes are missed. Question and answer will also be a part of this class! Buckle your 5-point harness, this will be something NOT to miss!
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| 9:00am – 4:30pm | LT5: Trooper Island Road Tour Due to a fire at Patti’s Settlement the LT5 Road Tour has been changed to a tour of Trooper Island youth Summer camp and Dale Hollow State Park Resort for lunch.
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| 9:30am – 2:30pm | LT10: Old Friends Thoroughbred Retirement Farm Old Friends at Kentucky Downs is a unique partnership between Old Friends, Kentucky Downs Race Track and Simpson County Tourism. It is the first thoroughbred retirement home located at a race track in the country. Come on out and visit our equine retirees! Feed them carrots, take some photos and visit the gift shop. Then go to lunch at KY Downs Lucky 7’s Diner with a classic 1950s diner vibe. This will be in the KY Downs Gaming facility
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| 9:30am – 3:30pm | **SOLD OUT** LT6: O.Z. Tyler Distillery / Fetta Pizza Road Tour **SOLD OUT**Bourbon Whiskey is a distinctly American product that has been produced in this country since the 18thcentury. Bourbon can be made in any U.S. state but the vast majority of it hails from Kentucky, and can claim to be world-renowned Kentucky Bourbon. The location of the O.Z. Tyler® Distillery has been producing Bourbon Whiskey since 1885. Then on to Fetta Pizza – locally owned and operated – best pizza in the Midwest!
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| 10:00am – 2:30pm | All Corvette Celebrity Choice Car Show #1
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| 10:00am – 3:30pm | Ladies’ Oasis – A chance to relax away from Gear-Head activities
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| 10:45am – 12:15pm | S9: Corvette Racing SeminarSubjects on past racing year – what’s to come in 2018
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| 11:00am – 7:00pm | Karting at the NCM Kartplex
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| 12:00pm – 4:30pm | Ask the Expert – Drop In Assistance
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| 1:00pm – 2:30pm | S10: NCM Live Auction
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| 1:30pm – 4:00pm | Sip-N-Paint – Yellow Door Creations A step-by-step beginner art project class in which guests can create unique and original works of art on barn wood and learn basic creative techniques to apply to at home projects, all while enjoying their favorite wine!Pre-Registration Required
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| 3:00pm – 4:00pm | S11: Autograph Session
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| 3:30pm – 4:00pm | Car Show Awards Presentations
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| 4:00pm | Raffle Drawing –2019 Grand Sport Coupe – Color TBD
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| 4:15pm-4:30pm | Bash Event Group Picture
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| 5:00pm | NCM Closes |
| 5:30pm – 9:00pm | BQT2: Winners’ Circle Dinner / Cash BarOpen to those who have donated more than $1000 in 2017, have named the Museum in their estate plans, or made cumulative gifts of $25,000 or more since January 1, 2003.
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| SATURDAY APRIL 28 | |
| 8:00am | NCM Opens |
| 8:00am – 11:00am | Registration Continues
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| 8:00am – 5:00pm | 2019 Corvette Stingrays and ZR1 on Display
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| 8:30am – 10:15am | S12: 2019 Presentation including ZR1Learn what’s new in design, interior, colors, etc. on the new model year 2019
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| 9:00am – 11:00am | Paul Koerner & Brittany George’s Classroom Session – Stingray / Z06 / GrandsportC7, production has been out for a while and some of the features are still a mystery. Details from the service side can help you with issues that might be of concern. In this setting, we will cover infotainment, Bluetooth and anything else that you might have a concern with. Question and answer, interactions with 7th Generation will all be part of our class Pre-registration is Required
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| 9:00am – 11:00am | 2019 Caravan Captains Meeting
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| 9:00am – 1:00pm | All Corvette Celebrity Choice Car Show #2
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| 9:30pm – 11:30am | Paint with Yellow Door Creations – THIS SESSION IS ALCOHOL FREE A step-by-step beginner art project class in which guests can create unique and original works of art on barn wood and learn basic creative techniques to apply to at home projects, all while enjoying their favorite wine!Pre-Registration Required
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| 9:30am – 3:30pm | **SOLD OUT** LT7: General Jackson Showboat Lunch Cruise **SOLD OUT**Cruise Nashville’s Cumberland River on the General Jackson Showboat with it’s four massive decks and a beautiful two-story Victorian Theater, where live shows are performed. Enjoy a delightful Southern meal and world-class show on the General Jackson Showboat, our 300-foot paddlewheel riverboat that’s one of the largest in the country.
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| 9:30am – 3:30pm | LT11: O.Z. Tyler Distillery / Fetta Pizza Road Tour Bourbon Whiskey is a distinctly American product that has been produced in this country since the 18thcentury. Bourbon can be made in any U.S. state but the vast majority of it hails from Kentucky, and can claim to be world-renowned Kentucky Bourbon. The location of the O.Z. Tyler® Distillery has been producing Bourbon Whiskey since 1885. Then on to Fetta Pizza – locally owned and operated – best pizza in the Midwest!
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| 10:00am – 12:00pm | Ladies’ Garage By women for women – an opportunity to learn about basic Corvette (cars in general) maintenance and how to be a smart consumer of automotive services. Presenters are knowledgeable in all areas of Corvettes from Powertrain and engineering to high performance driving so bring your questions and ask the experts.
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| 10:00am – 3:30pm | Ladies Oasis A chance to relax away from Gear-Head activities
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| 10:15am – 2:30pm | LT8: Aviation Heritage Park & Chaney’s Dairy BarnJoin us at the Bowling Green Aviation Heritage Park to view their collection of 5 historic aircraft. We will also provide a photo opportunity of your Corvette in front of a plane (plane to be decided by the Aviation Heritage Park). We will then go to Chaney’s Dairy barn for a group lunch included in registration.
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| 10:30am-11:30am | S13: Michelin Tech Talk
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| 11:00am- 1:45pm | LT9: Barren River State ParkJoin us at the Barren River State Park for their spectacular lodge surrounded by rolling, tree-covered hills, the lodge overlooks the beautiful 10,000-acre lake.
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| 11:45am – 12:30pm | S14: ExxonMobil Tech Talk
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| 11:00am – 7:00pm | Karting at the NCM Motorsports Park
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| 12:45pm – 1:45pm | S15: Ambassador MeetingLearn what’s new and upcoming at the NCM
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| 1:00pm – 2:45pm | S16: Hand Building the LT4 Engine Watch as the Performance Build Center Team completely disassembles and reassembles an LT4 engine from top to bottom. Feel free to ask the team about the parts, the engine, and the process during the build. After the team has finished building the engine from the bare block they will talk about the testing, sequencing, and other processes to get the final engine ready to go in a Z06 Corvette.
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| 1:00pm-3:00pm | Bourbon Basics Classroom & Tasting with the Whisky ChicsWant to know more about bourbon but don’t know where to begin? Are traditional tasting events too intimidating? Maybe you are a wine or beer drinker who is curious to find out what all the buzz is about. Let us ease your way into it as we create an experience with gateway cocktails that help you palate appreciate and enjoy the deliciousness of Kentucky Bourbon. Join the Whisky Chicks as they take you on a leisurely stroll on the path to bourbon enlightenment beginning with a little history, background about the different types of whisky and then move into ways one can enjoy and share your new-found passion and knowledge with friends. Includes sample cocktails and tastings. Whisky dudes are welcome.
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| 1:15pm – 2:00pm | S17: GM Walk Around PresentationUp close with the 2019 Corvette
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| 1:30pm – 4:00pm | Sip-N-Paint – Yellow Door Creations A step-by-step beginner art project class in which guests can create unique and original works of art on barn wood and learn basic creative techniques to apply to at home projects, all while enjoying their favorite wine!Pre-Registration Required
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| 2:00pm – 4:00pm | S18: Paul Koerner & Brittany George- Safety systems and Corvette, THEY DO go hand and hand!Safety is at the forefront of everything Corvette is, and in this detailed seminar, we will show you just how amazingly safe this vehicle is. From crumple zones to energy absorbing materials to seat belts to supplemental safety systems, we delve into WHY this vehicle has evolved into one of the safest 2 door sports cars in existence. Question and answer will follow!
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| 2:30pm – 3:00pm | Car Show Awards Presentations
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| 3:00pm | Raffle –2019 Black Corvette Convertible
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| 3:00pm – 4:30pm | MIM Tail of the Dragon participation meeting
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| 5:00pm | NCM Closes |
| 5:15pm | Cash Bar – Sloan Convention Center
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| 6:00pm – 9:00pm | BQT3: Bash Banquet / Dueling Piano’s International Join us as our event banquet returns to the Sloan Convention Center for a plated dinner. Then back by popular demand / be wowed as Dueling Piano’s International take center stage for fun packed entertainment who never fail to get audiences singing, cheering, and calling for more.
** Group tables available for $650 – Includes 10 seats, best in house, and a reserved table name placard. Contact events department to reserve your table. |
