Thanks!

Thanks to everyone who came to Gustavus tonight for the big show!  We hope you enjoyed Ari and Ben!

Less than 48 hours away...

We are excited to announce that we have sold out for Saturday's Ben Folds show here at Gustavus (that's 3,100+ people).  

If you scroll down the page, we have answered some of the questions you may have about the show and coming down to Gustavus.  If you have other questions, please let us know by responding to this post or emailing us at bigconcert08@gac.edu.

Concert attendees are more than welcome to line up early for the show; however, the line up will be outside, rain or shine.  Plan accordingly.  Please note that alcohol will not be allowed in line outside or during the show.  

We will see you on Saturday!!!

It's almost time!

It is the week of the big show!  As of 5pm Monday, only 150 of 3,100 tickets remained.  Tickets are in limited supply at the Student Activities Office at Gustavus and are available online at www.GustavusTickets.com

To celebrate Saturday's concert, we have activities throughout the week on campus.  

Tuesday: Find a date for the concert and Ben Folds origami

10:00am-1:30pm, outside the caf

Wednesday: Ben Folds cover night 

8:00pm, Courtyard Cafe

Sign up at the SAO to sing, act, or dramatically read a Ben Folds song.  The grand prize is a $100 iTunes gift card and tickets to the show!  Registration is free and the winner will be chosen through an audience vote.

Saturday: The big show!

Doors 7:00pm, Concert 8:00pm

The Lund Center at Gustavus

Show occurs rain or shine 

No one will be allowed into the building until 7pm, so prepare to wait outside

On Saturday, enjoy extended hours of the Courtyard Cafe (open from 5:00-11:00pm) and the Gustavus Marketplace (open from 7:00am-12:00am).

Directions to Gustavus, lodging accommodations, and area restaurants are available online at www.gustavus.edu/welcome

Any questions?  Hit us up here on the blog or email us at bigconcert08@gac.edu

We'll see you on Saturday!

Your Questions...Answered

The concert is just over two weeks away!  Around 650 tickets remain, so make sure to get yours soon.  Tickets are available at the Gustavus Information Desk, SLD&SL at Minnesota State, Mankato and online at www.GustavusTickets.com

We have received many questions from excited Ben Folds fans via email and have decided to post some of the most frequently asked questions here on our blog.  Of course, if you have any other questions, hit reply to this post or email us at bigconcert08@gac.edu

Q: Is this an all ages show?

A: Sure is.

Q: What is seating like in the arena?

A: Every ticket is general admission.  The main floor will be standing room only.  The balcony will be open as well, which will have seating.  Make sure to get here early to get a good spot!

Q: I have never been to Gustavus before.  Where the heck are you?

A: Well we're excited you're coming!  Gustavus is in St. Peter, MN, one hour south of the Twin Cities.  Directions to campus can be found at www.gustavus.edu/welcome

Q: Can I still order tickets?

A: Of course!  If you are not able to purchase them in person, you can purchase them online at www.gustavustickets.com until the week of the show.

Q: I ordered tickets on your website and haven't received them.  What should I do?

A: If it has been over 10 days since you've ordered your tickets, email bigconcert08@gac.edu and a concert executive will get back to you.

Q: Will I be able to leave the concert once it begins?

A: Due to security reasons, no re-admittance will be allowed once the show begins.

Q: Can I bring food or drink into the arena?

A: No food or drink will be allowed in the ticketed area.

Q: What options do I have for food in St. Peter?

A: In addition to a handful of restaurants in St. Peter, the Market Place and Courtyard Cafe at Gustavus will have food specials and will have extended hours the day of the show.  The Market Place, one of the 20 top college dining experiences in the nation, will stay open from 7am-midnight the day of the show.

Q: What time do doors open?

A: We will begin to take tickets at 7:00pm.

With Special Guest Ari Herstand

After weeks of not knowing who the opening act would be for Ben Folds, we are proud to announce that Ari Herstand will be performing before Ben Folds on April 19th in Lund Arena at Gustavus Adolphus College.

Ari Herstand is a singer/songwriter from Minneapolis who will be doing the Gustavus show for a local crowd before kicking off his East Coast tour later this month.

Herstand often incorporates a wide range of musical influences into his own compositions; ranging from pop to hip-hop, folk to blues. Ari Herstand has established a very loyal Midwest fan base but gained national acclaim while opening for acts such as Cake, Sister Hazel, Phil Vassar, Matt Nathanson, and more. Ari's music has even been featured on MTV's hit reality show, "The Real World".

Check out www.ariherstand.com and www.myspace.com/ariherstand to get a sample of the great musical talent that you will be hearing starting at 8:00 PM on Saturday, April 19th.

Just another reminder, tickets are going FAST and if you want to be guaranteed a ticket you need to buy yours SOON! Tickets available at the SAO desk and online at www.gustavustickets.com

Do you have your tickets yet?

As of today, we have sold almost 2/3 of the tickets for Ben Folds (that's 2,000 tickets).  Only 1,000 remain, so make sure to buy yours soon!  There are three options for buying tickets:

1. In person at the Student Activities Office at Gustavus (only place for Gustavus students and staff to buy discounted tickets)

2. In person at the SLD&SL office at Mankato State University

3. Online at www.gustavustickets.com*

* Please note that the GustavusTickets website will be down for an upgrade from 8:00am Thursday, March 27 until 10:00pm Friday, March 28.*

If you have any questions, send them to bigconcert08@gac.edu.  See you at the show!

Medallion Found

If you have been searching for the Ben Folds medallion, it was found Tuesday evening.  It was underneath the piano bench near the Admissions Office.  Thanks to everyone that searched!  Here were the remaining clues in the search:

We were sure this would be easy, it's rather black and white.

As long as you're in Campus Center, your spot will be just right.

Look low to find this prize, it's hiding where you sit.

You better hurry Ben Folds fans because this prize soon will split.