Media Contact: Ashley Birdsell Lewis, Manager of Marketing 301-600-2868 | [email protected] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Weinberg’s Upcoming Season to Include Country Icon Craig Morgan FREDERICK, Md., Wednesday, July 5, 2017 — In advance of its complete 2017-2018 season announcement, the Weinberg Center for the Arts revealed today that country music icon Craig Morgan will bring his American Stories Tour to the venue on September 30. Best known for hits like “Bonfire,” “When I’m Gone,” and “That’s What I Love About Sunday,” Morgan will take the stage with patriotic songs and personal stories celebrating American values and the true meaning of home. The performance will begin at 7:00pm and will also feature Mac Powell and Aly Beaird. Tickets begin at $30 and are now on sale to Weinberg Center members. Tickets will become available to the general public on Friday, July 14 at 10am. Tickets may be purchased online at WeinbergCenter.org, by calling the Box Office at 301.600.2828, or in person at 20 West Patrick St. For more information about membership and gaining early access to tickets, visit WeinbergCenter.org/Membership. A multi-faceted entertainer, Craig Morgan has made a name for himself as a country music icon, TV host, celebrated outdoorsman, and Army veteran. His newest album, “A Whole Lot More To Me,” was released in June 2016 featuring singles “I’ll Be Home Soon” and “When I’m Gone.” Morgan received one of country music’s highest honors in 2008, when he was inducted as a member of the Grand Ole Opry. He hosts the award-winning TV show “Craig Morgan: All Access Outdoors,” approaching its eighth season on the Outdoor Channel. Prior to becoming a country music and TV star, Morgan spent seventeen years serving in the Army and Army Reserves. He is an avid supporter of America's military personnel and a recipient of the 2006 USO Merit Award. This performance is presented by Operation Finally Home and 99.9 WFRE Free Country. ABOUT THE WEINBERG CENTER FOR THE ARTS The Weinberg Center for the Arts is one of the region’s premier performing arts presenters, offering film, music, dance, theater, and family-focused programming. Located in the historic Tivoli movie theater in downtown Frederick, Md., the Weinberg Center strives to ensure that the arts remain accessible and affordable to local and regional audiences alike. Weinberg Center events are made possible with major support from the City of Frederick, the Maryland State Arts Council, Plamondon Hospitality Partners, and other corporate and individual donors. The Weinberg Center’s complete 2017-2018 season will be announced on Thursday, August 3 at 10am. More information can be found at WeinbergCenter.org. Photos available upon request. ### .