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Aiken, Bennett, Goo Goos and Lonely Boys Help Recovery

In June, Nederlander Concerts announced plans to create a series of concerts and special offers at The Greek Theatre benefiting the Griffith Park Recovery Fund (GPRF) which supports the reforestation efforts needed after more than 800 acres were scorched in the May fires.

Saturday (Aug. 4) - Multi-platinum recording artist Clay Aiken has
donated autographed merchandise which will be available during a silent
auction prior to his performance beginning at 7 p.m. Items range from
a limited-edition poster, to an autographed book, t-shirt, CDs and
much more and will be available for bids in The Greek Theatre plaza
beginning at 7 p.m. In addition, the winner of this exclusive package
will receive hospitality passes to The Greek Theatre's VIP Deck after
the show.

Thursday, Aug. 16 - Fifteen-time Grammy winner and accomplished visual
artist Tony Bennett has donated one of his limited-edition art
prints entitled "Chianti, Italy" to be auctioned off prior to his
performance in the Greek Theatre plaza. All proceeds will benefit the
cause. For further information on the artwork of Tony Bennett please
visit www.benedettoarts.com.

Friday, Aug. 17 - Grammy-winning trio of brothers Los Lonely
Boys will perform a private ticketed acoustic set at 5 p.m. prior to
their show. Tickets to this special performance will be auctioned
through Ticketmaster.com and bidding is available Wednesday (Aug.1) until Aug.
10. Only 50 tickets will be available and all proceeds will benefit the
cause.

Thursday, Sept. 6 - Multi platinum recording artists the Goo Goo
Dolls headline a special benefit concert at The Greek.

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