The Eagles will have a live performance May 14th at the new Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park in Alpharetta. This is North Fulton's highly anticipated concert venue just off GA 400 near North Point Mall. Tickets for the concert will go on sale on Friday, Feb. 1st.
The Verizon Wireless Amphitheater is expected to open in May on 45 acres of land in Alpharetta off Westside Parkway across Ga. 400 from the North Point Mall area at
2200 Encore Parkway.
The state's water crisis caused by years of drought caused the Woodruff Foundation, operator of the amphitheater for the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, to dig wells on the property so the venue's lawn seating and landscaping can be maintained.
Alpharetta approved the issuance of up to $16 million in tax exempt bonds for Woodruff Arts Center to build the amphitheater.
Construction began in June 2007 on the amphitheater, which will seat more than 7,000 under its roof, and another 5,000 on a lawn area. The drought that jeopardized landscaping also gave contractors many construction days.
Designed by KKE Architects of Minneapolis, it will include a distinctive fan-shaped roof to be made of a translucent cloth-like material. Two wide plazas surrounding the venue will feature decorative facades and offer dining options for patrons.
Popular entertainment acts, classical performances, community festivals and graduations will use the amphitheater, according to Don Fox, CFO for the ASO.
Parking for more than 2,600 vehicles will be available in two lots adjacent to the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, with additional parking in the immediate surrounding area.
Also scheduled for performances in July are Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers and Rush.
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