THE ADRIENNE ARSHT CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY ANNOUNCES TWO ADDITIONS TO ITS LIVE AT KNIGHT SERIES

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1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACTS: Suzette Espinosa Fuentes Gino R. Campodónico (786) (786) THE ADRIENNE ARSHT CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY ANNOUNCES TWO ADDITIONS TO ITS LIVE AT KNIGHT SERIES MACY GRAY ONLY FLORIDA APPEARANCE! Grammy Award winner to perform soulful versions of Metallica, Radiohead, Eurythmics and more! November 8, 2012 at 8:30 p.m. Gray has the most exceptional voice I have seen in a long time! The New York Times and AN ACOUSTIC EVENING WITH MATISYAHU Co-presented by the Adrienne Arsht Center and Gelb Promotions Reggae-rock musician returns with acoustic show January 19, 2013 at 8:30 p.m. "Hearing Matis sing a cappella was nothing less than a spiritual experience. His voice soared, on point and pure, never once faltering! Miami New Times in the John S. and James L. Knight Concert Hall MIAMI, FL October 18, 2012 Now celebrating its seventh season, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is proud to present Grammy Award-winning R&B and soul singer-songwriter MACY GRAY in her only Florida appearance, and the return of reggae and alternative rock musician, MATISYAHU, following a sold-out performance in As part of the inaugural Live at Knight series, MACY GRAY will perform a rare concert complete with hits and new songs from her latest album Covered on November 8, 2012 at 8:30 p.m. In his Arsht Center return, MATISYAHU will wow fans with an acoustic performance of classic songs from his catalog, as well as new material from his recent release Spark Seeker on January 19, 2013 at 8:30 p.m. Both performances will take place in the acoustically superb John S. and James L. Knight Concert Hall. Tickets to MACY GRAY range from $35 to $75; a $100 ticket ensures premium seats, post-

2 show meet-and-greet and photo with the artist. Tickets to MATISYAHU range from $35 to $99. Both concerts go on sale to Arsht Center members October 1, The general public will have access to MACY GRAY tickets on October 8, 2012, and to MATISYAHU tickets on October 29, Tickets may be purchased through the Adrienne Arsht Center box office by calling (305) , or online at Previously announced Live at Knight performances include: Talib Kweli: Idle Warship with Res (October 19, 2012); Diego El Cigala (November 10, 2012); Lenine (January 18, 2013); Calypso Rose (February 9, 2013); Kodo (March 9, 2013); and Esperanza Spalding (April 19, 2013). The Arsht Center is excited to announce the addition of R&B and soul songstress MACY GRAY, and reggae-rock sensation MATISYAHU to our stellar Live at Knight series, said M. John Richard, President and CEO of the Adrienne Arsht Center. It s rewarding to see our Live at Knight series continue to grow. This is a particularly treasured series because its varied group of exceptional performers ranging all genres perfectly reflect the vast and rich cultural diversity in our community. As a gifted songwriter and dazzlingly singular singer, MACY GRAY has constantly exceeded fan expectation and industry formula since kicking off her music career with her debut 1999 CD, On How Life Is. That musical calling card spawned the massively popular anthem I Try, and both the CD and single were huge global hits. On How Life Is launched a career ride that has garnered two Grammys, two BRIT awards, two MTV awards, over 15 million units sold, and a thriving acting career including a key role in Lee Daniels upcoming Miami-based thriller The Paperboy, a current Cannes Film Festival favorite also starring Matthew McConaughey, Zac Efron, John Cusack and Nicole Kidman. MACY GRAY s 2012 release of Covered, a stunning new collection of cover songs, shows the artist at a creative peak. These were songs that I would ve probably written in another life, says Gray. They re almost all these kind of dark love songs, which is the mood I m in right now to sing these I-wanna-slit-my-wrists-but-I-love-you songs. They already said what I want to say, perfectly. Covered is a collection that wittily re-imagines songs that are already much beloved by fans around the world. The album retains the emotional honesty of indie rock songs such as Chemical Romance s Teenagers and Arcade Fire s Wake Up, while artfully reconfiguring the musical arrangements, and clearing space for MACY GRAY to place her indelible stamp on them. Covered also includes hits such as Radiohead s Creep, Colbie Caillat s Bubbly, Metallica s Nothing Else Matters, and Eurythmics Here Comes The Rain Again. In a demanding industry, MACY GRAY has forged her own vision, creating music that transcends genre barriers from experimental soul to alternative rock, from retro-disco to hiphop. Her artistic integrity and innovative style have won her fans across the globe, including artists such as Erykah Badu, Gang Starr, Mos Def, and Pharoah Monche, all of whom have collaborated with Gray. MATISYAHU brings his acoustic show back to the Arsht Center following a sold-out performance in 2011 that received rave reviews describing the artist's voice and stage presence as "tremendous, zen-like, and enlightening" (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay). MATISYAHU returns with local guitarist and longtime friend Adam Weinberg for another special acoustic evening featuring songs from his entire repertoire including his latest release, Spark Seeker, which debuted at #19 on the Billboard Top 200.

3 During AN ACOUSTIC EVENING WITH MATISYAHU, the artist will also share stories throughout his performance as he expands on his songs, their meaning, and his overall spiritual journey. A question-and-answer session with the audience will also take place. MATISYAHU began performing stripped down acoustic shows in early 2009, giving fans a more intimate and personal experience while simultaneously showcasing the simple statement of his music, incredible vocal range, and beat box talents. CALENDAR LISTING Adrienne Arsht Center presents MACY GRAY in her only Florida appearance! Gray has the most exceptional voice I have seen in a long time! - The New York Times Two-time Grammy and MTV Music Award winner MACY GRAY can do it all! A spectacularly gifted songwriter and dazzling one-of-a-kind singer, Gray has forged her own inimitable, instantly recognizable sound with music that leaps from alternative rock, exuberant disco, and hip-hop to retro jazz, moody pop and experimental soul. One of the most distinctive performers on the soul/ R&B scene since scoring a stunning success with her debut album, On How Life Is, in the late 90s, Gray has worked with a who s who of music greats, including Justin Timberlake, Erykah Badu, Mos Def, and Natalie Cole. Her singular vision extends to the screen, too, with songs featured in scores of movies and TV soundtracks (Shrek the Third, Spiderman, The Office ), live appearances on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and Jimmy Kimmel Live, and dramatic performances in hits such as For Colored Girls, the Denzel Washington hit Training Day, and the soonto-be-released steamy Miami melodrama, The Paperboy, opposite Nicole Kidman, Matthew McConaughey, and Zac Efron, directed by the Oscar-nominated Lee Daniels (Precious). Her latest album, Covered, is an artistic triumph a stunning new collection of re-imagined covers drawn largely from hits by indie rock bands such as My Chemical Romance, Arcade Fire and Radiohead, but also including classics by The Eurythmics and Metallica. November 8, 2012 at 8:30 p.m. John S. and James L. Knight Concert Hall Adrienne Arsht Center 1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL Tickets range from $35 to $100; a $100 ticket ensures premium seats, post-show meet-and-greet and photo with the artist. CALENDAR LISTING The Arsht Center and Gelb Promotions present AN ACOUSTIC EVENING WITH MATISYAHU "Hearing Matis sing a cappella was nothing less than a spiritual experience. His voice soared, on point and pure, never once faltering - Miami New Times MATISYAHU brings his acoustic show back to the Arsht Center following a sold-out performance in 2011 that received rave reviews describing the artist's voice and stage presence as "tremendous, zen-like, and enlightening." MATISYAHU returns with local guitarist and longtime friend Adam Weinberg for another special acoustic evening featuring songs from his entire repertoire including his latest release, Spark Seeker, which debuted at #19 on the Billboard Top 200.

4 AN ACOUSTIC EVENING WITH MATISYAHU will also feature a post-show question-and-answer session with the audience, bringing closeness to the artist-fan relationship. MATISYAHU began performing stripped down acoustic shows in early 2009, giving fans a more intimate and personal experience while simultaneously showcasing the simple statement of his songs, incredible vocal range, and beat box talents. January 19, 2013 at 8:30 p.m. John S. and James L. Knight Concert Hall Adrienne Arsht Center 1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL Tickets range from $35 to $99. All programs, artists, ticket prices, availability, dates and times are subject to change without notice. Visit for up-to-date information for details and schedules. Photos: Ctrl+Click Photo for High-Resolution Download. Additional high-resolution photos are available at and Macy Gray Photo credit: Guiliano Bekor Matisyahu Photo credit: Courtesy of Artist Management The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is made possible by the public support of the Miami-Dade County Mayor and the Board of County Commissioners, the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Tourist Development Council and the City of Miami Omni Community Redevelopment Agency, as well as the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture. The Adrienne Arsht Center also receives generous support from local, state and national foundations, as well as private contributions to the Adrienne Arsht Center Foundation through corporate and individual giving, Visionary Society membership and the Encore Circle major gifts programs. ### About the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is one of the world s leading performing arts organizations and venues. Made possible by Miami-Dade County s largest ever public/private-sector partnership, the Center is home to the Florida Grand Opera, Miami City Ballet and New World Symphony, America s Orchestral Academy. In addition, numerous South Florida arts

5 organizations perform in its theaters regularly. Since opening in 2006, the Center has emerged as a leader in offering and presenting innovative programming that mirrors South Florida s diversity, as a catalyst for development in Miami, and as a host of impactful community outreach and education programs. Designed by world-renowned architect Cesar Pelli of Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects, the venue is comprised of the 2,400-seat Sanford and Dolores Ziff Ballet Opera House, the 2,200-seat John S. and James L. Knight Concert Hall, the black box Carnival Studio Theater, a restored Carnival Tower, the Peacock Foundation, Inc. Studio, the Peacock Foundation, Inc. Education Center and the outdoor Parker and Vann Thomson Plaza for the Arts. Events impresario and restaurateur Barton G. Weiss brought his signature style to the Center in 2009 with PRELUDE BY BARTON G, a full-service upscale restaurant. Visit for more information.