July 2007 Rogers Centre Newsletter
July 3, 2007
Rogers Centre News, a monthly publication, is brought to you with the latest news and information on events at Rogers Centre.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY – LET’S CELEBRATE
Summer action heats up at Rogers Centre and celebrations are the name of the game. After enjoying a few days off to commemorate Canada’s birthday, join us for fun and excitement under one roof as Roger Waters, the Toronto Blue Jays and the Toronto Argonauts get set to perform.
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ROGER WATERS READY TO ROCK THE HOUSE
ARGOS BEGIN QUEST FOR THE CUP
TORONTO BLUE JAYS SCHEDULE AND NOTABLE NEWS
ON SALE THIS MONTH
ROGER WATERS READY TO ROCK THE HOUSE
Roger Waters has been touring the world with his latest show, An Evening with Roger Waters, and despite the number of miles logged his show continues to impress audience members. Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side Of The Moon is one of the best selling and most acclaimed rock and roll albums of all times and on Saturday, July 14th the show comes to Rogers Centre. It goes without saying that the music of Pink Floyd has flourished in Waters’ able hands.
Waters seems to cherish and respect the music and legacy of Pink Floyd and his performances to date come across as more poignant and personal. He uses modern technology to ensure that the show is also state of the art and visually pleasing.
Originally released in 1973, The Dark Side of the Moon immediately established a standard of excellence for its advanced blend of progressive music, philosophical themes, and sonic exploration. Tickets for the show are still available but selling fast. Ranging in price from $39.50 to $150.00, you can pick yours up today at any Ticketmaster outlet, including Rogers Centre -Gate 7, charge by phone at 416-870-8000 or online at ticketmaster.ca.
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ARGOS BEGIN QUEST FOR THE CUP
Coming off a season opening loss to the defending Grey Cup Champion B.C. Lions, 22-24 on June 28th, the Toronto Argonauts play two of four games at ,i>Rogers Centre this month.
Thursday, July 12 7:00 p.m. vs. Calgary Stampeders
The Stampeders finished second in the West Division last season. Calgary earned a 37 - 9 victory in their opening game of the season against the Hamilton Tiger Cats.
Thursday, July 26 7:00 p.m. vs. Montreal Alouettes
It appears these two teams are destined to continue their hard fought rivalry again this season. The teams split two pre-season decisions with the home team earning the victory in each case. With Montreal coming to town, the Argos look for the same winning formula on their quest to the Grey Cup.
Great seats are still available for all games. Streetfest, an outdoor tailgate party suitable for the whole family, takes place on Bremner Blvd prior to each game.
Season Ticket packages, as well as flex packs and individual game tickets are now on sale. Call the Argos at 416-341-ARGO or visit any Ticketmaster outlet, including Rogers Centre-Gate 7, charge by phone at 416-872-5000 or online at ticketmaster.ca. Check out the latest in Argonaut information at argonauts.ca.
TORONTO BLUE JAYS SCHEDULE AND NOTABLE NEWS
We’re at the mid-way point of another exciting Major League Baseball season. On July 10, 2007, the 78th All-Star Game will be contested at AT&T Park in San Francisco. The Blue Jays have made a late charge in the standings and are sitting in sole possession of second place in the American League East Division. Posting a 14 – 13 record for June, the boys of summer are marching towards top spot. Join us for exciting baseball action at Rogers Centre.
The Blue Jays will play nine games at home in the month of July facing Cleveland, Seattle and Mninesota. These games will set the tone for the Wild Card Race as all teams are battling for a post season berth.
CLEVELAND makes only trip to Rogers Centre July 6 – 8, 2007
This series marks the second time the teams will meet this season. In the first match-up, Toronto dropped all three games to the Indians while visiting Cleveland in May. Toronto will be looking to avenge those loses.
Friday, July 6th at 7:07 p.m.
Blue Jays Pitcher Mark Eichhorn (1982, 1986-1988 & 1992-1993), returns to Toronto as part of Flashback Fridays presented by the FAN590.
Saturday, July 7th at 1:07 p.m.
It’s family fun for everyone as Jr. Jays Saturday, presented by the Toronto Star, takes centre stage. Great activities for children of all ages are available prior to the game outside the stadium at Gates 5 & 6 as well as 10 & 11.
Sunday, July 8th at 1:07 p.m.
Join us at the ballpark as the team celebrates Italian Day as part of the popular Heritage Series. The first 10,000 fans in attendance will receive a sports duffle bag courtesy of Mr. Sub.
SEATTLE travels east to play Blue Jays July 20 – 22, 2007
The Mariners and Blue Jays play a three game series at Rogers Centre three weeks after the clubs met for the first time in Seattle.
Friday, July 20, 2007 @ 7:07 p.m.
This is the last Flashback Friday for July as the team honours Rance Mulliniks. Presently a Blue Jays colour commentator for both Rogers Sportsnet and CBC television, Mulliniks wore the blue and white from 1982 – 1992.
Saturday, July 21st @ 1:07 p.m.
It’s family fun for everyone as Jr. Jays Saturday, presented by the Toronto Star, takes centre stage.
Sunday, July 22nd @ 1:07 p.m.
The first 10,000 fans in attendance for today’s final game of the series will receive an ACE bobblehead sponsored by OPA.
MINNESOTA renews acquaintances July 23 – 25, 2007
The Twins come to Rogers Centre for their one and only visit this season. The final game of the series will be a rare mid-week afternoon match-up.
Monday, July 23rd @ 7:07 p.m.
Great baseball action heats up with the Twins in town. Sitting just in front of the Blue Jays in the wild card race, every game counts when securing a berth in post-season play.
Tuesday, July 24th @ 7:07 p.m.
The Blue Jays keep turning up the heat on the competition as they face the Twins in the second of three games.
Wednesday, July 25th @ 12:37 p.m.
The Blue Jays are excited to host Camp Day at the ball park. The first 10,000 children, aged 14 and under, will receive a Blue Jays School Pack that they will be able to use when they return to the classroom in September.
Visit bluejays.com for ticket information and the latest Blue Jays Baseball information.
Note that game times, giveaway items and alumni appearances are subject to change without notice.
ON SALE THIS MONTH!!
125TH ANNUAL POLICE GAMES RETURN TO ROGERS CENTRE
The 125th Annual Police Games, featuring athletic competitions such as bicycle races, obstacle courses, police dogs and tug-of-war contests between divisions of emergency services personnel, returns to Rogers Centre on Saturday, September 22, 2007, with proceeds benefiting the Toronto Police Widows & Orphans Fund.
Last year’s event was a wonderful success and this year looks to be even bigger and better. Tickets are on sale at all Ticketmaster outlets, including Rogers Centre - Gate 7, online at ticketmaster.ca
Be part of a great weekend of Football festivities as the Desjardins Vanier Cup and Grey Cup are contested at Rogers Centre in November. In addition to two outstanding games, downtown Toronto will be home to the Grey Cup Festival; a collection of activities all fans can enjoy. The Grey Cup Festival will include two street festivals, both with free admission; the Pespi Front Street Festival and the VIA Rail Bremner Street Festival. For additional details, visit cflgreycup.ca.
The Vanier Cup awarded annually in Canadian University Football since 1965, returns to Toronto on Friday, November 23rd after a two year hiatus. The LAVAL ROUGE-ET-OR have won three of the last four Vanier Cups and look to keep that winning streak alive. Tickets for this event are available at all Ticketmaster outlets, including Rogers Centre - Gate 7, charge by phone at 416-872-5000 or online at ticketmaster.ca. Only 500 Level tickets, $30.00 each, are available without the purchase of a Grey Cup seat.
East and West face-off to crown a Grey Cup champion two days later on Sunday, November 25, 2007. Less than 5,000 tickets remain for the big game with all upper level seats already sold out. Tickets for the Grey Cup are available through Ticketmaster. Platinum ($529.00)*, Gold ($309.00) and Crimson ($255.00) level seat purchases include a Vanier Cup ticket. There is a limit of 12 tickets per purchase.
Last season’s Grey Cup match-up was a hard fought battle between the B.C. Lions and the Montreal Alouettes. The Lions emerged victorious with a 25 – 14 win in front of 44,786 rowdy fans!
*For Platinum Seating, please call the Toronto Argonauts Front Office at 416-341-ARGO.
DUTCH VIOLINIST PLAYS TWO SHOWS AT ROGERS CENTRE
André Rieu will dazzle fans during his first full-stadium indoor show in December at Rogers Centre. The stage is being created, the skaters selected and the ball gowns custom fit for the social event of the season. The classical music industry will be turned upside down as Rieu unveils a replica of the Viennese Castle of Schonbrünn, complete with skating rinks, fountains, horses, dancers and his 50 member Johann Strauss orchestra. Feel as though you have traveled to Europe without leaving the city!
Be part of history and join the largest crowd to ever watch an indoor classical music concert. The concerts, hosted December 14 and 15, 2007 will start promptly at 8:00 pm. Groups of 20 or more are encouraged to send an email to groupsales@rogerscentre.com. All other tickets, ranging in price from $84.50 to $124.50, are available at all Ticketmaster outlets, including Rogers Centre - Gate 7, charge by phone at 416-872-1111 or online at ticketmaster.ca.
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DISNEY’S HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL HEATS UP THE ICE
Feld Entertainment, along with Kenny Ortega, are bringing the hit phenomenon HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE ICE TOUR to Rogers Centre from December 21 – 30, 2007 for 10 spectacular shows.
Audiences will celebrate the sounds, the songs, the bop and the pop in this awesome ice show starring a cast of world class skaters portraying the roles of East High’s own, Troy, Gabriella, Ryan, Sharpay, Chad and Taylor. They will be performing to the chart-topping tunes with signature choreography made popular in the Emmy® Award-winning Disney Channel Original Movie and pop culture craze. And, for the first time live, fans will have the opportunity to experience moments from Disney’s High School Musical 2. With the ice as the dance floor, this event will be an unprecedented twist on a fan favourite.
Show dates and times are as follows:
Friday, December 21, 2007 @ 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 22, 2007 @ 12:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 23, 2007 @ 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 26, 2007 @ 12:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Friday, December 28, 2007 @ 4:00 p.m. ~ Great holiday matinee for you and family.
Saturday, December 29, 2007 @ 12:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 30, 2007 @ 4:00 p.m. ~ Last chance to watch the hottest show on ice!
Tickets for all shows are now on sale via all Ticketmaster outlets, including Rogers Centre – Gate 7, online at ticketmaster.ca. as well as charge by phone at 416-870-8000.
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