The Kirby Center is honored to welcome accomplished performer Pat Benatar alongside longtime collaborator Neil Giraldo!
Tickets and Information
Pat Benatar + Neil Giraldo at the Kirby Center is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 20, and will feature special guest The Vindys. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 14, and can be purchased at kirbycenter.org, ticketmaster.com, and the Kirby Center box office.
A special Kirby Center member pre-sale starts at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13. For more information and to become a Kirby Center member, click here.
Tickets are $69.50, $79.50, $89.50, $99.50, $129.50, and $149.50, plus fees.
Two different VIP packages are available and can be purchased online only. Availability for each package is limited.
The soundcheck package is $329.50 or $349.50, plus fees. It includes one premium reserved ticket located in the first 10 rows, VIP early entry into the venue, VIP access to Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo’s preshow soundcheck, Q&A with Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, a Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo long sleeve tour shirt, a Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo record tote, a Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo bandana, a Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo guitar pick set with case, a Commemorative laminate & lanyard, and features an on-site VIP host.
The VIP tour package is $229.50, plus fees. It includes one premium reserved ticket, a Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo long sleeve tour shirt, a Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo record tote, a Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo bandana, a Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo guitar pick set with case, and a commemorative laminate with lanyard.
Part of the PNC Celebrity Series.
About Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo
In a pop culture world defined by its perpetual changes, the partnership of singer songwriter Pat Benatar and producer-musician Neil Giraldo has been a potent, steadfast union that has soared to the top of the charts and into fans’ hearts on their own terms. Her staggering vocals and take-no-prisoners attitude, along with his trailblazing artistry as a guitarist, producer and songwriter, forged the undeniable chemistry and unique sound that created eternal rock hits including “We Belong,” “Invincible,” “Love Is A Battlefield,” “Promises In The Dark,” “We Live For Love,” “Heartbreaker” and “Hell Is For Children.”
Their stunning achievements are a testament to their vision. Together, Benatar and Giraldo have created two multi-platinum, five platinum and three gold albums, as well as 19 Top 40 hits. They have sold over 36 million records worldwide and have won an unprecedented four consecutive GRAMMY® awards. They have also been feted with three American Music Awards, a People’s Choice Award, a 2008 induction into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame, and most recently have become Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees.
About The Vindys
For the past decade, The Vindys have been captivating audiences with their signature blend of rock, soul, and pop. Hailing from Youngstown, Ohio, the band has built a devoted following through electrifying live performances and heartfelt songwriting.
At the heart of The Vindys is powerhouse vocalist and songwriter Jackie Popovec, who has earned high praise from none other than Pat Benatar, who raved, “She’s amazing. That girl can sing her ass off.” She’s backed by an exceptional lineup, with John Anthony delivering electrifying lead guitar, Rick Deak on rhythm guitar, Owen Davis on drums, Brendan Burke on bass, and Nathan Anthony on keys. Together, this dynamic ensemble crafts a sound that Music Connection Magazine hails as “rock and roll at its finest.”
The Vindys have been making waves nationally, lighting up major festival stages and opening for legends like Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, ZZ Top, Marcus King, Beth Hart, and Ann Wilson.
Their anthemic track “Are You Ready” was featured in ESPN commercials, while their music video for Bugs earned an exclusive selection at the 2023 Tribeca Film Festival.
Critics have taken notice—The Washington Post’s Marc Thiessen raved, “Jackie Popovec is a revelation… By the end, they were delivering a raucous standing ovation. See. This. Band.” (The 10 Best Concerts I Saw in 2024). They were also named Cleveland Magazine’s 2023 Editor’s Pick for “Best Indie Rock Band.”
The Vindys are gearing up for an electrifying year as they prepare to release new music that showcases their evolving sound and boundless creativity. They aim to push boundaries all while staying true to their rock, soul, and pop roots. Their passion for crafting songs fuels their excitement, making this upcoming release not just another milestone but a bold step forward in their journey. The next chapter of The Vindys’ story is about to unfold, and it promises to be their most thrilling yet.
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