Newport, R.I., Northeast USA
August 8th 2008 - August 10th 2008About:
The 2008 JVC Jazz Festival � Newport will kick off on Friday, August 8th, with an evening concert at the International Tennis Hall of Fame at the Newport Casino; followed by two full days of great jazz on three stages at historic Fort Adams State Park on August 9th and 10th.
Artist line-up announced!
International Tennis Hall of Fame
Tickets on Sale Now!
Phone: 877-655-4TIX (4849)
Online: click here
Friday, August 8
Doors: 6:00 PM
Show: 8:00 PM
Chris Botti
Ledisi
Ticket Types:
Bleachers: $ 40.00 Buy Now!
Chairs: $ 60.00 Buy Now!
Lawn & Regular Boxes: $75.00 Buy Now!
Gold Circle: $ 100.00 Buy Now!
VIP: Prices to be announced shortly
All seats reserved.
All tickets subject to applicable processing and handling fees.
Fort Adams State Park
Saturday, August 9
Doors: 10:00 AM
Show: 11:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Aretha Franklin
Chris Botti
Wayne Shorter Quartet
Dave Holland-Gonzalo Rubalcaba-Chris Potter-Eric Harland
Ledisi
Lettuce with Fred Wesley
Brian Blade & the Fellowship Band
Charlie Haden-Ethan Iverson-Bill Frisell
Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey
Christian Scott
Warren Vache Quintet
Aaron Goldberg Trio
Melody Gardot
Artists subject to change
Ticket Types:
General Admission - Adult: $ 69.00 Buy Now!
General Admission - Child: $ 15.00 Buy Now!
General Admission � Two Day Pass: Buy Now!
Reserved: $85.00 Buy Now!
Gold Circle: $ 100.00 Buy Now!
Two Day Pass: Buy Now!
VIP: Prices to be announced shortly
All tickets subject to applicable processing and handling fees.
Fort Adams State Park
Sunday, August 10
Doors: 10:00 AM
Show: 11:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Sonny Rollins
Herbie Hancock
Anthony Hamilton
Guillermo Klein Y Los Gauchos
Soulive with Fred Wesley
Lionel Loueke Trio
Chris Potter�s Underground
George Wein and the Newport All-Stars featuring Anat Cohen-Howard Alden
Marco Benevento Trio with Chris Potter
Mark Rapp Band
Empirical
Esperanza Spalding
Artists subject to change
Ticket Types:
General Admission - Adult: $ 69.00 Buy Now!
General Admission - Child: $ 15.00 Buy Now!
General Admission � Two Day Pass: Buy Now!
Reserved: $85.00 Buy Now!
Gold Circle: $ 100.00 Buy Now!
Two Day Pass: Buy Now!
VIP: Prices to be announced shortly
All tickets subject to applicable processing and handling fees.
Driving Directions to Newport
From New York City Area
Take Route 95 North towards New England
Take RI Exit 3A Route 138 East Towards Kingston/Newport
Turn left onto Tower Hill Rd/ US Route 1 North/138 East
Merge onto Route 138 East towards Jamestown/Newport Bridges
Go over both Bridges then take Scenic Newport Exit and turn right
Follow signs to Festival
From Boston Area
Take Route 24 South towards Fall River
Merge onto I-195 West via Exit 4 towards Fall River
Merge onto Route 24 South via Exit 8A towards Tiverton/Newport
Continue on Route 24 South until it ends
24 South becomes Route 114 South/West Main Rd
Route 114 South becomes Route 138 South/West Main Rd
Stay Strait to go onto Broadway
Take Broadway to Downtown Newport
Follow signs to Festival
From Providence and TF Greene Airport
Take Route 95 South
Keep left to merge onto RI Route 4 via Exit 9 toward North Kingstown
Route 4 becomes Route 1 South/Tower Hill Rd
Merge right onto Rte 138 East toward Jamestown/Newport Bridges
Go over both Bridges then take Scenic Newport Exit and turn right
Follow signs to Festival
General Information: Fort Adams State Park
Parking
There is plenty of parking at Fort Adams State Park, within a moderately short distance of the entrance to the festival. We highly encourage patrons to consider purchasing parking passes when purchasing tickets to the show.
Vending
There will be a variety of diverse and reasonably priced food available to the general public. If you wish to become a food & beverage vendor at the festival, please e.mail NJFInfo@festivalnetwork.com
Alcohol
There will be beer and wine available to the general public, for sale and consumption in designated areas in the venue. Alcohol does not go on sale until 1:00 pm each day.
Merchants
In addition to food and beverage, there will be artisans and vendors selling high-quality merchandise, crafts and official festival merchandise. If you wish to become a vendor at this event, please e.mail NJFInfo@festivalnetwork.com
Accommodations
Lodging
Newport is a popular travel destination in the summer months and particularly during the festival weekend. Visit www.gonewport.com for tips on where to stay and how to get around. We suggest you book accommodations early as many area properties sell out well in advance.
Camping
There is currently no on site camping available at the festival. Visit www.visitrhodeisland.com in the Recreation Camping section for information on campgrounds in the surrounding area.
Rules & Regulations: Fort Adams State Park
No glass containers of any kind, alcohol, professional photography equipment, weapons, fireworks, illegal substances, pets, bicycles, skateboards, lawn chairs (excluding low seated concert chairs), umbrellas or any other item that may impair another patron�s ability to see the stages.
Seating
All general admission tickets are lawn seating. We highly encourage you to bring blankets or low-back concert chairs.
Re-Entry
All patrons will be permitted to leave and re-enter the festival grounds with both a special hand-stamp and their ticket.
Persons with Disabilities
Generally speaking, the terrain at Fort Adams State Park is level. Although the main festival site is a grass field, there are some roadways and other accessible paths to maneuver around the venue. In addition, there will be a reserved disability section available on-site, which is partially accessible by a concrete path. Some chairs are provided in this section, though a chair is not guaranteed. Due to the limited amount of space, each person with a disability may bring one companion into this area. Families of two adults and children less than 18 years of age, are permitted to stay together in the reserved section.
Volunteers
The festival volunteer program is currently full. Thanks to all who have applied. You have been added to our data base and will be contacted over the summer if any further positions are available.
Jobs
There are a number of different jobs available to you as volunteer for the festival. They include everything from information booths, street teams, vendor setup, staff catering, dressing room maintenance, etc. Generally speaking, volunteers are available to help where and when needed. NO VOLUNTEER WILL BE ASSIGNED TRASH OR PORTO-POTTY duties.
RequirementsYou must be 18 years of age. You will be requested to work two shifts, each between four (4) to six (6) hours. Shift times and hours will vary from person to person. As a volunteer, you must be flexible. Volunteers must be on-time and accessible at the time of their shift. Volunteer positions are fulfilled on a first come, first serve basis.
What do I get?
Provided you arrive on-time and work, you are free to enjoy the shows!
Who do I talk to?
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please e.mail NJFInfor@festivalnetwork.com for more information.
Festival Office Information
In addition to on-line and phone sales, tickets will be available for purchase, excluding service charges, at the local box office in Middletown, RI. Temporary office hours during May and June are Tuesdays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM and Thursdays 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM. For more information, please call (401) 847-3700.
