Count Basie Center for the Arts

Join us at the Count Basie Center for the Arts on May 1st, 2026 for an unforgettable evening! This iconic venue in Red Bank, US will be hosting 'Beautiful: The Carole King Musical', a mesmerizing journey through the life and career of one of the most successful female songwriters of the 20th century. The show starts at 7:30 PM at the Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre. Witness the inspiring story of Carole King's rise to stardom, featuring a stunning array of beloved songs. Secure your tickets now via the primary event link. For more information, visit our official website or YouTube channel. Don't miss this captivating performance!

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical

Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre at the Count Basie Center 

### An Evening with the Pretenders - Count Basie Center for the Arts

**Event:** An Evening with the Pretenders  
**Date:** Saturday, July 13, 2024  
**Time:** Doors open at 7:00 PM, Showtime at 8:00 PM  
**Venue:** Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre, Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ

**Event Description:**
Join us for an unforgettable night as Rock & Roll Hall of Famers, The Pretenders, headline the 2024 Count Basie Center Summer Gala. This highly anticipated event will take place on Saturday, July 13th, at the prestigious Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre in Red Bank, NJ.

**Ticket Information:**
- **Price Range:** $50 - $525 (plus fees)
- **Limit:** 6 tickets per mailing address
- **On Sale Date:** Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, March 22, at 10:00 AM.
- **Purchase Options:** Tickets can be purchased through theBASIE.org, the Basie Center box office, by phone at 732-842-9000, and via Ticketmaster.

**Special Offers:**
- **Presale:** Count Basie Center members will have access to a presale starting tomorrow.
- **Sponsorships:** Sponsorships in support of the fundraising concert are available now at www.thebasie.org/gala.

**About The Pretenders:**
The Pretenders are renowned for their electrifying live performances and have recently released their acclaimed new studio album, *Relentless*. Produced by Grammy Award-nominee David Wrench, the album features standout tracks such as "Losing My Sense Of Taste," "A Love," "Let The Sun Come In," and the poignant "I Think About You Daily," which includes a string arrangement by Jonny Greenwood of Radiohead.

**Critical Acclaim:**
*Relentless* has received widespread critical praise, with MOJO highlighting its "persistently brilliant songwriting" and Uncut declaring it "the new prime of Chrissie Hynde." Record Collector awarded the album a five-star review, calling it "quite simply the best Pretenders album in 20 years."

**Event Sponsor:**
This year’s gala is presented by blockchain technology company Ripple. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Count Basie Center’s nonprofit mission and student scholarships.

**Additional Information:**
For more details on the 2024 Count Basie Center Summer Gala, the Basie Center’s nonprofit mission, or other events, please visit www.thebasie.org.

**Presented by:** Count Basie Center for the Arts

Don't miss this extraordinary evening with The Pretenders, supporting a great cause and enjoying world-class music in an iconic venue.