N E W S   R E L E A S E

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Date: 09/19/24

Contact: Meredith Flowers

Marketing Director & Institutional Development

mflowers@rauecenter.org | www.rauecenter.org

Back Home Again: A Tribute to John Denver at Raue Center 

<Crystal Lake>, IL – September 19, 2024 – Raue Center For The Arts is proud to present "Back Home Again: A Tribute to John Denver" on Sunday, November 3 at 2 pm. This musical tribute to one of America's most beloved songwriters is led by Tom Becker, former The New Christy Minstrels member and a successful Nashville songwriter.

"Back Home Again" has been seen on a PBS Television Special and features Tom Becker and his band taking the audience on a journey through John Denver's songwriting, the songs that defined his life, and his passion for preserving the environment. From the upbeat "Thank God, I’m a Country Boy" to the tender "Annie’s Song" to the sweeping grandeur of "Rocky Mountain High", Tom Becker and his band effortlessly embody the warmth and humor of John Denver's music.

Tom Becker's fondness for John Denver's music began in his teenage years and led him to become a member of The New Christy Minstrels, touring the world with the group that John Denver worked with years earlier. After leaving the New Christy Minstrels, Tom moved to Nashville, where he began a successful career as a songwriter. He even wrote a John Denver-inspired song, "Sailor", which was selected as the Official Commemorative Song for the Navy Memorial dedication in Washington, DC.

"In this time of environmental concerns and Americans’ efforts to simplify their lives, it seems that John Denver’s music and message are even more relevant today, yet you rarely hear his music on the radio anymore," says Tom Becker. "I decided to continue John's legacy, assembled a band, and put together a show that inspires both long-time Denver fans and those who may be less familiar with his music."

Tickets for "Back Home Again" range from $40 to $49 and are available with prices starting at $28 for RaueNOW members. Becoming a RaueNOW Member provides a 30% discount on tickets, early access, reduced fees, easy exchanges, and more.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the music and message of John Denver through the talented and passionate performance of Tom Becker and his band. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.rauecenter.org.

About Raue Center For The Arts

Raue Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts. For 20 years, they have provided quality programming – striving to make it pertinent, available, and affordable to all. As a painstakingly restored, 1920s regional showcase theatre named for its benefactor—Lucile Raue—Raue Center has attracted the finest stars, Broadway shows, musicians and artists. Named on the League of Historic American Theatres, Raue Center is one of the finest examples of restored art and decor in the nation. The 750-seat theatre, located in historic downtown Crystal Lake, Illinois, is a gathering place for our region’s citizens and has become a true destination.

For additional information, visit rauecenter.org, facebook.com/RaueCenter, and twitter.com/RaueCenter. 

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