Trans-Siberian Orchestra Rocks Out

January23

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Easily one of the most distinctive progressive metal bands playing today, Trans-Siberian Orchestra has made its mark by taking classical, symphonic and orchestral music and using it to create hard-hitting, heavy metal rock operas.

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Supporting Miranda Lambert: Chris Young

January16

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Time to get excited about the upcoming Miranda Lambert concert! In preparation for the big day, we’re taking a look at both of Miranda’s supporting acts. Let’s start with the lovable country boy, Chris Young.

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T.Swift Packs Rupp Again for Speak Now

November1

Taylor Swift at Rupp Arena

Taylor Swift was back at Rupp Arena again for another sell out concert, this time for her Speak Now World Tour. Saturday Night’s Concert kicked off with David Nail. Amongst his short playlist was the award nominated song “Turning Home”. He doesn’t have that rough-and-tough country sound; it’s soulful, more sophisticated. He was a great opening act and really easy to look at! Read the rest of this entry »

Avett Brothers Bring Their Rock to Rupp

October28

Avett Brothers at Rupp Arena

The Avett Brothers brought their unique form of folk rock to the heart of the bluegrass, and played an amazing show at Rupp Arena last night. It’s not often that folk rock acts play venues this large, and not only is it a treat for everyone, but it also is a testament to the success and skill of the brothers and their band. Read the rest of this entry »

You Gotta Crow for Peter Pan

September24

The Lexington Opera House may be 125 years old, but on stage it’s youth eternal as Broadway Live opens its 35th season with Peter Pan. Read the rest of this entry »

Barney’s Birthday Bash!

June13

Barney Live at Rupp Arena

Two words for parents considering taking their youngsters to Barney’s Birthday Bash: floor seats! Your toddler or young child will want to dance along to every song, and you the adult companion will have a very satisfactory experience letting your little one dance to her hearts content! Read the rest of this entry »

Goin’ Coastal at Rupp

May17

Kenny Chesney at Rupp Arena

What defines a good concert; packed seats, party-like atmosphere, catchy songs to sing along to, free shirts and alcohol? Well, if any combination of those criteria are what make a concert good, then Rupp Arena might have had one of their best concerts…. well, ever. Read the rest of this entry »

Princess Wishes

March25

Disney On Ice at Rupp Arena

When Disney on Ice “Princess Wishes” opens on the mystical city of Agrabah, I feel like I have stepped into my daughter’s storybook. I know this story well, the one about how Aladdin helps Princess Jasmine escape certain mischief at the marketplace, and soon after, he discovers the ancient lamp, gives it a rub to read the words when… POOF! Read the rest of this entry »

Jason Aldean: My Kinda Party

March9

Jason Aldean at Rupp Arena

The Jason Aldean Concert Friday night was definitely a party! It was “My Kinda Party” for the sold-out crowd of 18,000! Friday’s concert was the largest night of Jason’s tour! Go Lexington! Read the rest of this entry »

Nightmare à la Avenged Sevenfold

February3

Avenged Sevenfold at Rupp Arena

A figure stands high up on the rigging, looming over stage and audience. The man slips a noose over his neck and jumps as Avenged Sevenfold launches into their opening song, Nightmare. The stunt man sways and kicks, before succumbing to his fate –hanging through two songs before the 7,000 in attendance. The audience below him never went still throughout the headliner’s energized 80 minute set. Read the rest of this entry »

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