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Adam Lambert is set to perform at a fundraiser for Marylanders For Marriage Equality on Tuesday, September 25, 2012 at the 9:30 Club.
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9:30 CLUB TO HOST FUNDRAISER FOR
MARYLANDERS FOR MARRIAGE EQUALITY
WITH SPECIAL PERFORMANCE
BY ADAM LAMBERT
AT THE 9:30 CLUB TUES., SEPT. 25
Tickets Go On Sale Fri., Sept. 21 at 10am through Ticketfly.com
Sept. 18, 2012 November 6th is not just the day of the presidential election. That same day Marylanders can make history by becoming the first state in the nation to affirm Marriage Equality on the ballot. As part of the effort to get out the vote FOR Question 6 the referendum on Marylands Civil Marriage Protection Act the 9:30 Club is hosting a fundraiser concert to benefit Marylanders for Marriage Equality, featuring a headline performance by Adam Lambert on Tues., Sept. 25. Tickets go on sale 10am Fri., Sept. 21 through Ticketfly.com.
Adam Lambert burst onto the national scene on American Idol with his glam-rock flair and jaw-dropping, powerhouse voice. Earlier this year, the Grammy-nominated singer became the first openly gay mainstream pop artist to debut at #1 on the Billboard album chart with Lambert said, Marriage equality is about treating everyone as equals, regardless of who they fall in love with. Im honored to appear at this event to help do whatever I can to bring notice to a cause that is close to my heart.
As the campaign enters the final weeks, were thrilled to have Adam Lamberts support of Question 6 in Maryland," said Josh Levin, campaign manager for Marylanders for Marriage Equality.
Maryland Governor Martin OMalley has been a leading proponent of marriage equality, and, with Montgomery County Council President Roger Berliner, made a special request for the Marylanders for Marriage Equality fundraiser to be held at the 9:30 Club.
"Knowing that I am a Maryland resident, both Governor OMalley and Council President Berliner called to see if we could help raise funds for this landmark cause, said lifelong Marylander Seth Hurwitz, chairman of I.M.P., co-owner of the 9:30 Club. Although the 9:30 Club is in D.C., its the natural and best place to achieve what we wanted to with the least expense. All of the profits will be going to the campaign. Although we historically dont get involved in political causes, on this issue I cannot stand by. Peoples personal opinions should not affect fairness and equality for all.
"I want to thank the 9:30 Club for hosting this event in support of marriage equality in Maryland," said Governor Martin OMalley. "Question 6 is about treating every individual equally under the law, while protecting religious freedom at the same time, and were proud to have the 9:30 Club join a growing list of businesses and coalition partners supporting Question 6."
Council President Berliner added "We are so grateful to Seth Hurwitz for bringing his unique abilities to bear on behalf of a more just Maryland."
General admission tickets to the benefit show are $125, VIP Tickets, which include early admission, a commemorative poster signed by Adam Lambert and a special VIP viewing area, are $175, and Premium tickets, which include a pre-show Adam Lambert meet & greet VIP reception with food and drinks and Premium viewing area, are $250. Doors are at 7pm, the show begins at 8pm, Premium Meet and Greet is at 6:30pm. Tickets are available starting Fri., Sept. 21 through Ticketfly.com or at the 9:30 Club and Merriweather Post Pavilion box offices.
About Marylanders for Marriage Equality
Marylanders for Marriage Equality is the campaign working to defend marriage equality at the ballot box this November. We work closely with a diverse, broad-based coalition of faith leaders, community partners, local businesses, labor, elected officials and tens of thousands of grassroots supporters all fighting for fairness. Gay and lesbian couples share the same values of love, commitment and strong familiesthey should have the same opportunity to get a marriage license. We pledge to run a civil and respectful campaign one that elevates the basic values of equality, fairness, love, and strong families. We also expect our supporters to treat everyone as they would want to be treated. Our coalition partners include NAACP Baltimore, 1199 SEIU, ACLU Of Maryland, Equality Maryland and the Human Rights Campaign. Learn more on HYPERLINK "http://marylandersformarriageequality.org/" http://marylandersformarriageequality.org/
About the 9:30 Club
Multiple winner of both Billboards and Pollstars Nightclub of the Year, the HYPERLINK "http://www.930.com/"9:30 Club is the inimitable place bands aspire to play and music fans love to attend a destination for locals and people across the country. Gracing the stage have been legends Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Dolly Parton, Al Green, and James Brown; recently discovered acts like fun., Adele, Gotye, A$AP Rocky, and Kimbra and arena acts looking for an intimate club play such as Jack White, Justin Timberlake, the Smashing Pumpkins and Foo Fighters. The 9:30 Club is located at 9th and V streets, NW, Washington, D.C.
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