Historic Newton Presents Arlo Guthrie & Guthrie Family Reunion Featuring Arlo, Cathy, Annie, Abe, Sarah Lee & Johnny Irion

“The Guthries are the first family of American folk. They practice what Woody preached.” -Vanity Fair

“. . . the biggest treat was the encore, one of Woody’s last lyrics, written when he was in the hospital in the early ‘60s, with the music added later by Arlo, a little-known but beautiful, spiritual song called ‘My Peace.’ And the audience left in peace, knowing that Guthrie music is alive and well, and that the legacy is in good hands.”-Robert Price, New Jersey Herald

Newton, MA--Historic Newton will present “Arlo Guthrie & Guthrie Family Reunion” on Friday, November 21 at 7:30 PM at the 585-seat theatre located inside the architecturally acclaimed Newton North High School, 457 Walnut Street, Newton, MA 02460. Plenty of free parking is available. Reserved-seat tickets for this fundraising concert are priced at $95 and $65. Tickets are on sale now at http://www.historicnewton.org. For more information and sponsorship tickets starting at $175 which include VIP seating and after-show reception with Arlo Guthrie and the family, call: 617-796-1450.

Folk music icon Arlo Guthrie is not only coming to Newton, but he is coming with three generations of Guthries for an exclusive Boston-area appearance called “Guthrie Family Reunion.” This highly unique event leads up to an upcoming prestigious Carnegie Hall concert. Arlo carries on the Guthrie Family legacy as he shares his timeless stories and unforgettable classic tunes. As a celebrated artist in American music, his artistic presentations help bridge an often-divided world through his powerful spirit of song. “The Guthrie Family Reunion” brings his singular voice as both a singer-songwriter and social commentator to the stage, alongside his beloved children and grandkids.

Legendary folk icon and eldest son of America’s most beloved singer/writer/philosopher Woody Guthrie, Arlo Guthrie will gather three generations of Guthries to perform Woody’s songs as well as new material written by various family members. “Guthrie Family Reunion” features Arlo alongside his son Abe, and daughters Cathy, Annie and Sarah Lee Guthrie support by singing songs and accompanying on acoustic guitars. Sarah Lee’s musical partner and husband Johnny Irion will lead songs and lend his stalwart guitar playing. The youngest generation of Guthrie kids, ranging in age from 7 to 22, will join in the fun on select songs for a rousing celebration just before Thanksgiving week.