Grand Ole Opry To Celebrate 30th Anniversary Of ‘Forrest Gump’ With Special Show
The Grand Ole Opry will celebrate the 30th anniversary of Paramount Pictures’ beloved classic Forrest Gump on July 28 with a special show.
The evening is set to include performances from the Gatlin Brothers, Mandy Barnett, Jamey Johnson, Gary LeVox, Scotty McCreery and more, in addition to the Opry debut of Gary Sinise & The Lt. Dan Band, featuring songs from the 12-time Platinum movie soundtrack.
Forrest Gump premiered on July 6, 1994 and became not only a global blockbuster, but a cultural touchstone, winning six Oscars/Academy Awards including Best Picture. The film’s soundtrack is composed of some of the most popular American music of the 20th century, including songs by The Byrds, Bob Dylan, Aretha Franklin, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Willie Nelson and Elvis Presley, among others.
Forrest Gump producer Wendy Finerman and actor Mykelti Williamson, who portrayed the iconic character Bubba, will appear as guest announcers during the show. Prior to the event, the Opry will also host a Forrest Gump-themed Plaza Party with music from the soundtrack, photo ops, giveaways, merchandise and more.
Fans can purchase an exclusive ticket package that includes a show ticket, post-show ticket, commemorative poster and more. Taking place in the Opry House’s Studio A, the post-show event in will feature a Q&A with Finerman, Williamson and Gary Sinise, who portrayed Lt. Dan, as well as photo ops on the famous park bench from numerous scenes in the film.
Package proceeds will benefit the Gary Sinise Foundation. (GSF), which was established in 2011 to support our nation’s veterans, first responders, heroes and defenders. The character of Lt. Dan in Forrest Gump made an enduring connection with veterans and service members, and amplified Sinise’s crusade to support those who have bravely served our country and their families. Five dollars from every ticket sold will also be donated to GSF.
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