(eurweb.com) n Yesterday, (Tues., Dec. 2), The Essence Music Festival announced that Beyonce was announced as the first artist confirmed for next year’s Essence Music Festival.
The festival will be celebrating its 15th Anniversary when it returns to New Orleans July 3, 4 and 5, 2009.
Dr. Juanita Bynum and Roland Martin will host seminars, and an all-star tribute will take place for Bishop T.D. Jakes, the magazine revealed. As in past years, musical performances are slated for the New Orleans Superdome and empowerment seminars are set to take place at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
In celebration their anniversary, organizers will offer a 15% discount on select tickets from December 1, 2008 through January 31, 2009.
“As we plan the Essence Music Festival’s 15th anniversary in New Orleans next July, we are looking to create an environment that celebrates our history and looks to our future,” said Michelle Ebanks, president, Essence Communications Inc. “We invite everyone to join us as we mark this milestone occasion with friends old and new.”
General admission daily tickets are available for $51, $67 or $79; floor seats are $92 and $121; Gold Circle tickets are $173; all plus applicable service charges. Note: the 15% discount only applies when tickets are purchased for all three days and does not apply to floor or Gold Circle tickets. For additional information about ticket sales, accommodations and the latest news about the Essence Music Festival, visit www.essencemusicfestival.com.
