43rd Annual Hampton Jazz Festival Line-up Announced

On June 25-27, 2010 the 43rd annual Hampton Jazz Festival will return to the Hampton Coliseum in Hampton, Virginia for yet another soulful weekend of unforgettable entertainment. Presented by Chrysler-Jeep Hampton Roads Dealers, this highly anticipated event features the top jazz, pop, R&B, and blues performers in the nation.

(Vocus/PRWEB ) April 2, 2010 -- On June 25-27, 2010 the 43rd annual Hampton Jazz Festival will return to the Hampton Coliseum in Hampton, Virginia for yet another soulful weekend of unforgettable entertainment. Presented by Chrysler-Jeep Hampton Roads Dealers, this highly anticipated event features the top jazz, pop, R&B, and blues performers in the nation. This year’s line-up includes:

Ticket prices for the 43rd annual Hampton Jazz Festival are $52.50 each night

Friday, June 25 at 7:30 p.m.: Gladys Knight; Keith Sweat; Dave Koz and Jonathan Butler with special guest Sheila E.; Melanie Fiona   

Saturday, June 26 at 7:00 p.m.: Charlie Wilson; Teena Marie; Joe; Down to the Bone    

Sunday, June 27 at 2:00 p.m.: Maze featuring Frankie Beverly; En Vogue; Sax for Stax featuring Gerald Albright & Kirk Whalum; The Fuzz Band

Ticket prices are $52.50 for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. All are subject to applicable service charge and handling fees.

Tickets for all three performances are currently on sale at the Hampton Coliseum Box Office. Tickets are also available for purchase at all VA, MD, and DC Ticketmaster outlets and at www.Ticketmaster.com. To charge by phone, call 800/745-3000. All seats are reserved.

Group orders of 45 tickets or more receive special ticket prices of $47.50 (per performance) for Friday, Saturday and Sunday performances plus $3.00 facility fee and $5.00 handling fee on overall order. Group ticket sales are only available through the Hampton Coliseum Box Office (in person), or by fax or mail. In addition, an order form can be obtained online at www.hamptoncoliseum.org Orders will not be taken by phone.

Festival patrons can receive additional information online at www.hamptonjazzfestival.com. Individuals interested in overnight accommodation information should contact the Hampton Visitor Center at 800/800-2202. Tour operators and group travelers requiring itinerary and planning assistance should call Bruce Newton at 800/487-8778.