‘Shorty Fest 2021 Presented by Acura’ Heads to Tipitina’s October 11

 

NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The Trombone Shorty Foundation announced today the return of Shorty Fest Presented by Acura on Monday, Oct. 11, at 8:00 p.m. (doors 7:00 p.m.) at Tipitina’s (501 Napoleon Ave). Produced by the Trombone Shorty Foundation in collaboration with Galactics newly launched Tip-It Foundation, Shorty Fest 2021 will prioritize patron safety, offering a limited number of tickets to attend the event and following all current COVID protocols and guidelines*, including proof of vaccine or negative COVID test (within 72 hours of event) with ID for entry and requiring masks indoors. Shorty Fest will also be available to livestream for free at www.tromboneshortyfoundation.org, allowing audiences across the globe to safely watch the live event, donate, bid on online auction items and be part of the New Orleans music community during these unprecedented times. 

Tickets for Shorty Fest 2021 Presented by Acura go on sale Friday, Aug. 20, at 10 a.m. CST at www.tipitinas.com. 

“We look forward to providing a safe space for our friends, family and supporters to come together and celebrate music, a part of our community that has truly been missed during these hard times,” said Troy ‘Trombone Shorty’ Andrews. “We’re here to keep the music alive, but with safety as our top priority – whether celebrating in-person or streaming online, we want to provide a safe space for everyone to enjoy what makes this city so special.” 

Headlined by Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue (who will take the stage at Tipitina’s for the first time since 2015), this years musical lineup features performances by Galactic with Anjelika “Jelly” Joseph, The Soul Rebels, Cuban sensation Cimafunk and special guests Tarriona “Tank” Ball and Big Chief Juan Pardo. 

“During these trying times, we feel fortunate to partner with our friends with Galactic at Tipitina’s to produce an amazing show for our community and beyond,” said Bill Taylor, Founding Executive Director

of the Trombone Shorty Foundation. “They have led the way in building a safe music space in New Orleans, and we’re excited to join in their efforts with a new take on Shorty Fest.” 

Tipitina’s is so excited to join forces with the Trombone Shorty Foundation to bring Shorty Fest Uptown,” said Robert Mercurio, Galactic’s bassist and co-owner of Tipitina’s. “This show will be one for the books!” 

Shorty Fest is also thrilled to welcome Acura as the events Premier Sponsor for the fifth consecutive year! 

“Acura is honored to partner with Trombone Shorty and the Shorty Foundation on an expanded Shorty Fest to create opportunities for the next-generation of NOLA’s musical artists,” said Jon Ikeda, vice president and Acura brand officer. “Acura has dedicated the past two decades to supporting New Orleans music and through our relationship with the Shorty Foundation we take real pride in helping spur the education and mentorship of some of NOLA’s most talented and creative young musicians.” 

A special thanks to our additional event sponsors: The Prima Foundation and ELS Studio. WHAT: Trombone Shorty Foundation and Tip-It Foundation Bring You: Shorty Fest Presented by Acura 

WHEN: Monday, Oct. 11 

Tipitinas Doors: 7:00 pm (performances begin at 8 pm). 

WHERE: Tipitinas, 501 Napoleon Ave, New Orleans La. 

TICKETS: www.tipitinas.com 

GA Tickets: $100 

VIP Tickets: $300 (Includes second floor indoor access at Tipitina’s with open bar and VIP viewing access on second floor during event). 

For additional information on Shorty Fest 2021 and the Trombone Shorty Foundation, please visit www.tipitinas.com and www.tromboneshortyfoundation.org. 

 

 

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