For a PDF on the press release, click here.
Share it!
Experience Rocky like never before with ‘Rocky in Concert’, a new unforgettable live experience! Watch the original film on the big screen while its iconic music is performed LIVE by a symphony orchestra at the @KimmelCC (Twitter)/@KimmelCulturalCampus (Facebook and Instagram), 11/12-13. For more information, visit kimmelculturalcampus.org
Press Contacts:
Lauren A. Hall Hannah Palermo
484-832-1963 267-765-3724
lhall@kimmelculturalcampus.org hpalermo@alliedglobalmarketing.com
KIMMEL CULTURAL CAMPUS PRESENTS
ROCKY IN CONCERT,
A NEW UNFORGETTABLE LIVE CONCERT EXPERIENCE
CELEBRATING THE INSPIRING ANTHEMS OF MGM’S ICONIC ROCKY
FRANCHISE, NOVEMBER 12 – 13, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (October 14, 2021) – The Kimmel Cultural Campus, in association with TCG Entertainment, is thrilled to present Rocky in Concert, an unforgettable LIVE concert experience celebrating the inspiring anthems of MGM’s Rocky franchise, at the Kimmel Cultural Campus’ Merriam Theater on Friday, November 12, and Saturday, November 13, 2021.
Rocky in Concertis an all-new production where fans will experience Rocky Balboa like never before by watching the original Rocky film on larger-than-life screens while the musical score is performed LIVE by a symphony orchestra and piano. This is a MUST SEE event for Rocky fans of all ages, celebrating the 45th anniversary of this classic franchise and encouraging audiences to cheer on the underdog Rocky as Bill Conti’s legendary score “Gonna Fly Now” plays once again. This concert event also includes lobby displays featuring rare Rocky memorabilia, selfie stations, and exclusive Rocky in Concert merchandise.
MGM’s Rocky and Creed films have generated more than $1.3 billion in worldwide box office sales, three Academy Awards, and 10 nominations. The iconic franchise, produced by Chartoff Winkler Productions,has remained a global phenom because it presents audiences with universally relatable themes - ambition, passion, determination, and giving it your all to win, even when the odds are against you.
Rocky in Concertis produced by TCG Entertainment and Metro Goldwyn Mayer (MGM). Visit www.TCGENT.com, Facebook, orTwitter for more information.
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased by calling 215-893-1999 or online at www.kimmelculturalcampus.org. In-person ticket sales can be conducted daily from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at the Academy of Music Box Office, located at 240 S. Broad Street. See www.kimmelculturalcampus.org for more information.
ROCKY IN CONCERT
Kimmel Cultural Campus’ Merriam Theater
November 12, 2021, 8:00 p.m.
November 13, 2021, 1:00 p.m.
# # #
Safe & Clean Commitment + Flexible Ticket Policy
We will always put the safety of our guests, artists, and staff first, and we have worked closely with partners, producers, artists, guests and other performing arts centers around the nation to develop the most comprehensive plan to safely reopen our doors. We are committing to a healthy and clean environment with increased disinfection, enhanced ventilation, and will enforce recommended health authority guidelines, including masks and proof of vaccination.
For more information on our Safe & Clean Commitment, please visit kimmelculturalcampus.org.
# # #
Masks are required to be worn at all times when on the Kimmel Cultural Campus, except when actively consuming food or beverage in designated locations. Prolonged periods of mask removal are not permitted.
All attendees for public events must show proof of full vaccination at the time of entry, with valid photo ID and copy of vaccination card (physical or photo). Proof of negative COVID-19 tests will not be accepted, with the exception of children under the age of 12; children under 12 will be required to show a negative PCR test result taken within 72 hours of the event. This policy is subject to change based upon guidance from the CDC and local health authorities.
# # #
TCG ENTERTAINMENT
TCG Entertainment www.TCGENT.com is a leading producer and operator of live touring productions. TCG productions have performed to millions of audience members around the world. TCG shows include Rocky in Concert, Legally Blonde in Concert, multiple productions of Cirque Musica www.cirquemusica.com, MasterChef Live www.mastercheflive.com, A Night of Symphonic Hip Hop, REWIND-Celebrating the 80s, A Night of Symphonic Rock, 4U: The Music of Prince with Symphony and more.
METRO GOLDWYN MAYER
Metro Goldwyn Mayer (MGM) is a leading entertainment company focused on the production and global distribution of film and television content across all platforms. The company owns one of the world’s deepest libraries of premium film and television content as well as the premium pay television network EPIX, which is available throughout the U.S. via cable, satellite, telco and digital distributors. In addition, MGM has investments in numerous other television channels, digital platforms, and interactive ventures and is producing premium short-form content for distribution. For more information, visitwww.mgm.com.
KIMMEL CULTURAL CAMPUS
Located in the heart of Center City, Philadelphia, our mission is to engage the region's diverse communities with art through performance and education. Our Cultural Campus serves more than 1-million guests per year and includes Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts (Verizon Hall, Perelman Theater, and SEI Innovation Studio), the Academy of Music, and the Merriam Theater – representing more than 160 years of rich history for the performing arts along Philadelphia's Avenue of the Arts. We are home to eight esteemed Resident Companies: The Philadelphia Orchestra, Opera Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Ballet, The Philly POPS, PHILADANCO, The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, The Philadelphia Chamber Music Society, and Curtis Institute of Music. With nearly 9,000 seats per night, we are the region's most impactful performing arts center, and the second largest in the country. Our Cultural Campus serves as a preeminent and inclusive place to enjoy exceptional experiences that reflect the spirit of our region by cultivating a creative and socially responsible environment where our community shares experiences that are delivered with pride, integrity, and respect. As a 501 c 3 nonprofit organization, we collaborate on, present, and produce a broad range of relevant and meaningful events, we serve as an active gathering space for social and community events, we educate the region's young people through access to quality arts experiences, and we provide support to artists in the creation of new work. TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank, is the proud Kimmel Cultural Campus Season Sponsor. Read Kimmel Cultural Campus' vision statement, world view, and mission statement here. Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and how it encompasses our mission, co-workers, and programs here.
# # #
For photography, please visit https://kcccpress.smugmug.com
For a PDF on the press release, click here.