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Dead & Company 60th Anniversary Bash to Stream in IMAX

Dead and Company -John Mayer, Jay Lane, Mickey Hart, Bob Weir Dead and Company in concert, The Final Show, Oracle Park, San Francisco, California - 16 Jul 2023
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Dead & Company is set to commemorate the Grateful Dead's 60th anniversary with a landmark series of concerts at San Francisco's Golden Gate Park on August 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, 2025. This three-day musical event, which has already sold out, is a tribute to the legacy of one of rock's most iconic bands. To ensure that fans who couldn't secure tickets can still be part of the festivities, the final concert on August 3rd will be live-streamed to select IMAX theaters across the United States and Canada. This innovative broadcast will provide fans with IMAX's signature state-of-the-art immersive visuals and precision sound, enhancing the live concert experience for remote audiences.

The lineup for this event is a blockbuster in itself, featuring prominent musicians known for their contributions to the Grateful Dead's universe. The opening acts include Billy Strings, Sturgill “Johnny Blue Skies” Simpson, and the Trey Anastasio Band, performing on successive nights. Notably, Trey Anastasio, the frontman of Phish, has a storied connection with the Grateful Dead, having played lead guitar with the original members during their 50th-anniversary Fare Thee Well concerts in 2015. This deep-rooted synergy between the musicians and the Grateful Dead's history promises an unforgettable series of performances for the audiences at Golden Gate Park and those watching in IMAX.

Golden Gate Park has been a site of significant historical relevance for the Grateful Dead, cementing its legacy as a cultural landmark. From impromptu free concerts during the band's early days to countless other historic events, the park embodies the spirit of the Summer of Love and the countercultural revolution of the 1960s. This deep-seated history makes it a fitting venue for the Grateful Dead's 60th-anniversary celebration, further amplified by the engagement of modern technology to reach audiences far and wide. San Francisco’s rich music history is championed through this event, bringing vibrancy to the local community and invigorating the businesses surrounding Golden Gate Park.

The concert series in Golden Gate Park assembled by Dead & Company, features legendary musicians including Bob Weir and Mickey Hart from the original Grateful Dead lineup, alongside John Mayer, Oteil Burbridge, Jay Lane, and Jeff Chimenti. Since its formation in 2015, Dead & Company has been pivotal in keeping the Grateful Dead's music alive for new generations. Their concerts not only capture the classic sound that captured the hearts of the original Dead Heads but also infuse new energy and interpretations, drawing crowds to events worldwide, including recent sold-out residencies at Las Vegas's Sphere.

For the Grateful Dead's most loyal followers, this IMAX event is a beacon, offering a nostalgic and yet technologically advanced way to experience their much-loved music. Tickets for the IMAX screening of the August 3rd concert include a commemorative mini poster and a lanyard, adding a touch of memorabilia that celebrates the unity of fans who come together not just for the music but for everything it represents. The San Francisco concerts mark a return to the Bay Area following Dead & Company's massive 2023 shows at Oracle Park, an event that translated into a major economic boost for the city, underscoring the band's enduring influence.

The upcoming IMAX screening of Dead & Company's performance is not just a celebration of music; it celebrates a cultural ethos that continues to inspire community, creativity, and nostalgia. It harnesses technology to bridge the past and present, maintaining the Grateful Dead's legacy across generations. Whether experienced in person or amplified in IMAX, this celebration is a tribute to the enduring ethos of the Grateful Dead's music and its profound impact on its fans and the broader cultural landscape. The event is a testament to the band's lasting legacy, offering an opportunity for Dead Heads old and new to gather in a unique, collective celebration of their shared musical voyage.

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