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| Poyner & Spruill Welcomes John Hiatt in Concert this Friday Poyner & Spruill LLP, one of the co-sponsors of the 2008 Arts in the Museum Park series at the North Carolina Museum of Art, welcomes legendary American rock guitarist John Hiatt to the Triangle for his concert this Friday, August 15 at 8:00 p.m. The concert will be held at the Joseph M. Bryan, Jr., Theater on the Museum grounds. John Hiatt is an American rock guitarist, pianist, singer, and songwriter versed in a variety of styles including folk, blues and country. Hiatt has been nominated for 11 Grammy Awards and many of his songs have been covered by legendary artists including Bonnie Raitt, Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson and Bruce Springsteen. Hiatt's song "Angel Eyes" topped the charts when covered by the late Jeff Healey. "Poyner & Spruill is proud to welcome John Hiatt to the Triangle and support one of the nation's top art museums, " said Bo Dempster, Poyner & Spruill's managing partner. "Programs like the Summer Music & Movies Series provide entertainment for all ages and we are happy to have the opportunity to once again partner with the museum and offer the community a wide variety of performances." "As we continue to develop events and programs to celebrate the arts, it is wonderful—and essential—to receive support from local corporations, " said Karen Klein, Director of Corporate Relations at the North Carolina Museum of Art. "Poyner & Spruill has been a recurring supporter of the Museum and we are truly grateful for the firm's commitment and involvement." Tickets to Friday's show are still available and can be purchased by visiting ncartmuseum.org or in person at the Museum Box Office. You can also order tickets over the phone by calling the box office at (919) 715-5923. About Poyner & Spruill Poyner & Spruill LLP is a large, multidisciplinary North Carolina law firm, providing a comprehensive range of business and litigation legal services. The firm has a reputation for professional excellence and client service throughout the Southeast. Poyner & Spruill is one of the largest firms in North Carolina and has offices in Charlotte, Raleigh, Rocky Mount, and Southern Pines. To learn more visit www.poynerspruill.com. About the North Carolina Museum of Art The North Carolina Museum of Art's permanent collection spans more than 5, 000 years, from ancient Egypt to the present, making it one of the premier visual arts museums in the Southeast. The Museum uses its collection to provide educational, aesthetic, intellectual and cultural experiences for the citizens of North Carolina and beyond. The Museum campus includes a 164-acre Museum Park and 2, 700 seat outdoor amphitheater. Offerings include a series of national special exhibitions, adult classes, public lectures, family workshops, as well as films and concerts. Information www.ncartmuseum.org. write your comments about the article :: © 2008 Jazz News :: home page |