Singer, Songwriter & Storyteller Lyle Lovett to Play the State Theatre; Tickets on Sale Friday

Hennepin Theatre Trust presents the Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and storyteller LYLE LOVETT with his LARGE BAND for an evening of Americana music blended with country, jazz, folk, gospel and blues. Lovett performs at 8 p.m. on Friday, July 22 at the historic State Theatre (805 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis). A musician and actor, Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums over three decades.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 12 p.m. on Friday, March 18 at the State Theatre Box Office, charge-by-phone at (800) 982-2787 and online at HennepinTheatreTrust.org. Tickets start at $53.50. There will be a limited number of Gold Circle seats for $79. All pricing includes a Building Restoration Fee of $4.00.

Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of Americana, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers. Whether touring as a duo, with his acoustic group or his Large Band, Lovett's live performances show not only the breadth of this Texas legend's deep talents, but also the diversity of his influences, making him one of the most compelling and captivating musicians in popular music.

Since his self-titled debut in 1986, Lyle Lovett has evolved into one of music's most vibrant and iconic performers. Among his many accolades, including four Grammy Awards, he was awarded the Americana Music Association's inaugural Trailblazer Award, and was named Texas State Musician. His works, rich and eclectic, are some of the most beloved of any living artist working today.

Hennepin Theatre Trust, owner of the historic Orpheum, State, Pantages and New Century Theatres, is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to arts-inspired community cultural development. The Trust is located in the WeDo MPLS Cultural District. Learn more at HennepinTheatreTrust.org and wedompls.org.