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Saturday, November 1, 2008 | 7:30pm

Harris Theater :: 205 E. Randolph.

Mavis Staples and Booker T. & The MG's

A Benefit for Old Town School of Folk Music
Special Guest DJ John Ciba

This concert is dedicated to Marjorie Benton.

$250/$175/$125/$75

Now through October 30th, get two tickets for the price of one!

Tickets available through the Harris Theater Box Office

Harris Theater Box Office Hours: Monday - Friday 12pm - 6pm, Saturday 10am - 4pm and Sunday closed

BUY TICKETS ONLINE | BOX OFFICE: 312.334.7777


Soul and gospel legend Mavis Staples possesses one of the most recognizable and treasured voices in contemporary music, from her work with The Staple Singers to her powerful solo recordings.

Mavis Staples on the web


Stax Records house band and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees, Booker T. & the MG’s have had an immense influence on rock and soul music as they helped shape the sounds of Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, Neil Young and many others.

Booker T. & The MGs on the web

Chicago's notorious cratedigger, DJ John Ciba, will be spinning soul dusties and deep cuts throughout the evening.

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