CLEVELAND - University Circle Inc. announced the return of WOW! Wade Oval Wednesdays this summer, made possible by PNC Bank. The event features ten free concerts that take place on Wednesday evenings from 5:30- 8:30 p.m., June 15th through August 17th. “Visitors will experience a new format this summer with an earlier start time,” said David Robinson, UCI’s director of Events & Engagement. “This change essentially doubles the lineup of musical artists enjoyed by concert goers with opening and intermission acts. You’ll recognize some familiar sounds on stage, but we’re excited to introduce new artists ranging from New York to Youngstown.”
This year’s lineup represents multiple musical genres:
June 15th Councilman Conwell & The Footprints / Jazz
June 22nd The Ladies Night / Covers
June 29th Carlos Jones & the P.L.U.S. Band / Reggae
July 6th Faith and Whiskey / Rock & Roll
July 13th Erin Nicole’s Centric Soul / Soul
July 20th Tricky Dick & the Cover-Ups / Covers
July 27th Hubb’s Groove / Jazz
August 3th Son Gitano / Latin Salsa
August 10th Raquel & the Wildflowers / Country Rock
August 17th The Michael Weber Show / Rock & Roll
Guest emcees from local television and radio stations will host each evening’s concert and many dates will feature talent from University Circle institutions including the Music Settlement, Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland Institute of Music.
Attendees can look forward to the return of local food trucks and vendors, the beer & wine garden and kid-friendly activities. “At PNC, we recognize the importance of the arts in fueling the local economy and contributing to the quality of life for which our city is known,” said Pat Pastore, PNC regional president for Cleveland. “As a national Main Street bank, we are committed to supporting the local arts landscape and facilitating access to it. My colleagues and I look forward to connecting with the community and celebrating the return of WOW, featuring weeknight picnics and concerts on Wade Oval.”
Additional support for WOW! is courtesy of Cleveland Public Power, Cleveland Department of Water, and Cleveland Department of Water Pollution Control.
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