Elvis Week Insiders Pre-Sale Going on Now
APRIL 28, 2014

Basic and Plus members can now log into ElvisInsiders.com to get links and details for the exclusive Elvis Week Insiders Pre-Sale. Elvis Week ticket pre-sale information can be found inside the members-only site in the NEWS section. We ask that you do not share or post any of this information outside of the members-only site, including the Insiders Forum.

Also, a very limited number of All-Access Passes are available for the Elvis Week Main Stage at Graceland during Elvis Week 2014. This large, air-conditioned tent is the site for many of the Elvis Week events that are listed on the schedule of events. The All-Access Pass grants you admission to all published EPE events listed on the schedule for the Elvis Week Main Stage (with the exception of private events). Doors for all-access pass holders will open 10 minutes prior to doors for individual ticket holders. These tickets will sell out fast!

Not an Elvis Insider? Find out how to join! Get exclusive access to rare photos, video, and artifacts at Graceland. Also, see the complete schedule of events, special guests and more by visiting ElvisWeek.com.


source: http://www.graceland.com

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Announces Two New Releases For Elvis Week 2014
APRIL 22, 2014

To celebrate Elvis Week, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment will release two of the king's fan-favorites on August 12 as Premium Blu-ray™ Digibooks. 

"Elvis: That’s The Way It Is - Two Disc Special Edition," which was re-edited and remixed for its acclaimed release in 2000, will now debut on Blu-ray™ as a Premium Digibook, newly remastered, and with DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack. In celebration of its 50th anniversary, "Viva Las Vegas" will also be offered as a Premium Blu-ray Digibook. These Premium Digibooks include rare behind-the-scene photos and are available for $27.98 each (SRP). 

This year’s Elvis Week will be held from August 9 - August 17 in Memphis at Elvis Presley’s Graceland. As part of the festivities, the historic Orpheum Theatre in downtown Memphis will host the world premiere screening of Warner Bros.’ newly-remastered "Elvis: That’s The Way It Is." Fans in town for Elvis Week will also be treated not only to the newly-remastered film, but will also get to experience an outtake performance or sequence never-before-seen on the big screen, along with some special on-stage surprises still to be announced. 

Presale tickets for Basic and PLUS Insiders begins April 28 and tickets will be available for the general public on May 1, via Ticketmaster.com, by calling Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000, at any Ticketmaster outlet or at the Orpheum box office. 

For more information on this or other Elvis Week events, visit ElvisWeek.com.

NEW ELVIS TITLES"Elvis: That’s the Way It Is" - Two Disc Special Edition Premium Digibook With thousands of feet of materials including sequences added to capture with greater intimacy Elvis' performances and his creative process behind-the-scenes, the previously released Elvis: That’s The Way It Is - Special Edition is now being made available as a Blu-ray™ two disc Special Edition Premium Digibook. Denis Sanders (Shock Treatment) directed this “rockumentary.” Academy Award® nominated  Lucien Ballard (The Wild Bunch) was the cinematographer, following the show’s development from rehearsal to stage. 

Disc 1 (DVD) 2001 Special Edition and Special Features:
- Patch It Up: The Restoration of Elvis: That's The Way It Is
- 12 Outtakes - song/nonmusical sequences  
- 1970 Original Theatrical Version

Disc 2 (BD) 1970 Original Theatrical Version and Special Features:
- 12 Outtakes - song/nonmusical sequences "Viva Las Vegas" 50th Anniversary Premium Digibook. 

In his highest grossing movie, Elvis shares the screen with Ann-Margret, easily creating the most electrifying teaming Elvis had on screen. He plays Lucky Jackson, a Grand Prix race driver working at a casino to raise cash for a new engine; she’s a hotel swimming instructor - and the romantic action revs up from their first meeting. George Sidney, who also directed Ann-Margret in Bye Bye Birdie, combines the hormonal heat wave with fascinating sights of ’60s Las Vegas. David Winters (West Side Story) choreographed the 10 musical song-and-dance scenes which also featured his dancers. Songs include the high-roller title track, the stars’ duet on “The Lady Loves Me,” her sultry “Appreciation” and The King’s version of Ray Charles’ “What’d I Say.” The soundtrack is presented in Dolby Digital 5.1 stereo.

Special Features:- Commentary by Steve Pond, rock journalist and author of “Elvis in Hollywood”
- Featurette Kingdom: Elvis in Vegas
- Theatrical trailer

Both releases will be available August 12, 2014. 

Learn more about Elvis Week 2014's schedule of events, specials guests and more by visiting ElvisWeek.com.


source: http://www.graceland.com

Elvis Presley's Graceland Announces Plans for Elvis Week 2014 
APRIL 22, 2014

Elvis Presley’s Graceland has announced an exciting preliminary lineup of events for Elvis Week 2014 to be held at Graceland in Memphis. Taking place August 9-17, Elvis Week is an annual, multi-day gathering of friends and fans from around the world celebrating Elvis’ life and legacy. It has become a pop-culture phenomenon and an annual pilgrimage for music lovers from around the world. 

Visit ElvisWeek.com for detailed ticket and event information.

The cornerstone event, the Candlelight Vigil, will begin with the traditional opening ceremony on August 15, at 8:30 p.m. Central Time at Graceland’s front gates. Elvis music sets the tone of the evening as fans walk up the driveway to Meditation Garden. The event lasts throughout the night as thousands of participants gather on Elvis Presley Blvd. listening to music, remembering Elvis and enjoying the memorials that are created by fans along the street.

A first-ever event this year is Elvis A Cappella: A Tribute to the King, which will be presented at the Elvis Week Main Stage. Elvis goes a cappella for the first time in two different  60-minute Elvis shows, featuring some of the country’s top a cappella groups -  All-Night Yahtzee, the Vanderbilt Melodores, the Acoustikats, The James Madison University BluesTones and Briarcrest OneVoice - performing some of Elvis’ greatest hits, joined by Elvis on the big screen.  Each show will be presented twice.

The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest returns for the eighth year with over 20 competitors from around the world, including winners from preliminary contests in the U.S., Brazil, the U.K., Canada and Australia. Elvis Tribute Artists (ETAs) will compete during the semifinal round of the contest at the historic Orpheum Theatre in downtown Memphis. The top 10 semifinalists will then move on to compete for the title of 2014 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist.

An exclusive screening of the world premiere of Warner Bros.’ newly-remastered version of "Elvis: That’s The Way It Is" – Special Edition will be held at the Orpheum Theatre. The Elvis concert documentary will be available for the first time on Blu-ray on August 12. Fans will be treated not only to the newly-remastered film, but will also get to experience an outtake performance or sequence never-before-seen on the big screen. In addition, the screening will feature an on-stage performance by Terry Blackwood and The Imperials and “Elvis: That’s The Way It Is” related artifacts on display in the lobby, direct from the Graceland Archives. 

The Memphis Boys Salute at the Elvis Week Main Stage will celebrate the 45th anniversary of Elvis’ acclaimed recording sessions at American Sound Studios – along with the legendary house band that not only backed Elvis, but many other stars over the years. This incredible Memphis Boys concert event with special guests Terry Mike Jeffrey and Scat Springs, will feature them performing some of their Elvis hits, as well as songs from the many other stars they have performed behind for over 45 years. 

Conversations on Elvis, one of the most popular Elvis Week events, returns this year to the Elvis Week Main Stage. Hosted by Tom Brown, Vice President of Original Productions for Turner Classic Movies (TCM), this event features Elvis’ friends, colleagues, co-stars, musicians and more sharing some of their favorite stories and memories of Elvis. 

The Official Elvis Insiders Event will feature special segments that highlight various aspects of Elvis’ life and career. Also hosted by Tom Brown, attendees will enjoy sneak peeks, behind-the-scenes looks, rarely-seen videos, feature segments filmed just for the event, special guests and much more. It will be a special “inside” look at both Elvis and his home, Graceland. Also, representatives from Sony and Warner Bros. will be part of a behind-the-scenes panel discussion to talk about the remastering of “Elvis: That’s The Way It Is.” 

The Elvis Presley Fan Club Presidents’ Event will focus on the work of fan clubs around the world. In addition, attendees will enjoy a guest speaker segment hosted by Elvis Radio DJ Argo. This year’s special guest will be Jimmy Snow, son of the country music legend Hank Snow. Prior to becoming an evangelist in 1958, Jimmy was in show business -- including radio, television and live concerts. He recorded on RCA for 7 years and worked closely with Elvis, with whom he became good friends. Jimmy will share his favorite stories of Elvis and sign autographs following the event. 

Other events scheduled during the week include additional special entertainment on the Elvis Week Main Stage, a Graceland Trivia Tour, the Annual Elvis Presley International 5K Run benefiting Livitup, Inc., an Elvis Gospel Celebration and more.

Elvis Week ticket packages as well as the individual event ticket presale begins April 28 for Basic and PLUS Insiders, with the public sale beginning May 1. 

Fans unable to join the celebration in Memphis will be able to participate online at ElvisWeek.com and the 2014 Elvis Week app (coming soon), plus live webcasts via Livestream, live coverage on Sirius XM’s Elvis Radio channel and more.


source: http://www.graceland.com