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The Stephen Inglis Project plays the Dead’s May 7, 1977 Boston Garden concert in its entirety on May 7, 2023 . . . Bill Kreutzmann’s 77th Birthday.
Doors - VIP Ticket Holders:
4:00 pm
Doors - All Other Ticket Holders:
4:30pm
Showtime:
5:30pm
An Afternoon and Evening Immersed in Music, Nature, Community and Love
Featuring a Grateful Dead tribute concert, ono eats and drinks, full bar, cosmic makers market (apparel, art, elixirs, jewelry and more) and a sea of aloha - all at a wonderful, open-air venue surrounded by nature’s beauty.
In 1977, the Grateful Dead were on fire. They debuted “Fire On The Mountain” on March 18, 1977 and went on to play one stellar show after another - all drenched in groovy 70’s vibes and recorded by the one and only Betty Cantor-Jackson (the famed “Betty Boards”). One such concert was Boston Garden, May 7, 1977 - Bill Kreutzmann’s 31st birthday and the night before the Dead ignited Barton Hall at Cornell University.
While Barton Hall is widely hailed as the Dead’s greatest concert ever, some prefer the night before at Boston Garden, and we won’t argue with that. We are thrilled that every 7 in the universe aligned and enabled us to gather at such a special place and celebrate Bill, the boys, Boston Garden ‘77 and the entire Grateful Dead ohana. How lucky we are!!!
THE VENUE
The Waikīkī Shell Amphitheater is a bleacher and lawn performance area located inside the Waikīkiī Shell premises. The Waikīkī Shell Amphitheater is the former home of the ‘Kodak Hula Show.’
Enter at the Waikīkī Shell Box Office.
(the same entry point used for all concerts held on the Tom Moffatt Waikīkī Shell stage.)
TICKETING
All tickets are general admission. There is no reserved seating.
VIP tickets include:
early access to to choose your preferred viewing location and your choice of a complimentary, white Lucky 7 t-shirt or 18”x24” poster featuring an illustration and design by Kate Wadsworth. Pick up at Lucky 7 concert.
Click here to view t-shirt & poster.
Purchase your tickets now and save money:
A limited number of “Last Chance” General Admission tickets are AVAILABLE NOW. Tickets may completely sell out later today or tonight.
Last Chance GA: $35
VIP, Standard & Early Bird tickets are sold out.
Early Bird GA: $25
(sold out)
Standard GA: $30
(sold out)
VIP GA: $50
(VIP includes early access and complimentary poster or t-shirt)
(sold out)
How to purchase:
Waikīkiī Shell Box Office
Buy In-Person & Save Money
Opens Today (May 7) at 3:30PM
Ticket Price
+ $1 ticket facility fee.
You pay no additional fees,
saving you more than $12 per ticket compared to the online purchase fee.
Blaisdell Box Office info line:
(808) 768-5252
Blaisdell Box Office TDD (Telecommunications Device for the Deaf): (808) 768-9270
Ticketmaster
24/7 Online Sales
Click here to purchase
Ticketmaster TDD (Telecommunications Device for the Deaf): 1-800-474-4833
ADMISSIONS POLICY
Permissible Items:
You may enter with the following items:
- - Bag or purse not exceeding 12”x12” (one per person and subject to search) - -
- - Blankets and/or towels - -
- - Seat cushions and/or back rests (chairs are prohibited) - -
Prohibited Items:
The following items are NOT allowed within the premises.
*NO COOLERS
*NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINKS
*NO CHAIRS
(back rests are permitted)
*NO PACKAGES, KNAPSACKS OR BACKPACKS
*NO BAGS LARGER THAN 12”x12”
(only one, 12”x12” bag permitted per person and all bags subject to search)
Listen to the Dead’s
May 7, 1977 Concert
Free Stream / Download
Purchase ‘Betty Boards’ Digital
Purchase ‘Betty Boards’ Vinyl
When you listen to the Dead’s May 7, 1977 concert, the exuberance of each and every band member is palpable. We are equally exuberant about May 7, 2023 and being able to assemble in one of the greatest gathering places and outdoor venues in Hawai‘i. Centrally located, bountiful free parking, premium tailgate locations, stunning views of Diamond Head, beautiful beaches nearby, and best of all, a wonderful vibe. We’ve spent countless days competing and barbecuing at Kapi‘olani Park. Every time we step foot in the park, we feel welcome, connected and joyful. It’s the perfect place to meet up with friends and maximize stoke for the Lucky 7 musical celebration.
Upon walking in the gate at the Waikīkī Shell property, you will quickly find yourself in an intimate amphitheater with grandstands rising up around a central lawn and stage - a fantastic environment for both blissful dancing and focused listening. Just around the corner under expansive Monkeypod Trees, Lucky 7’s Makers Market and food & beverage purveyors will display, sell and serve a host of goodies sure to inspire and elevate, including Veek’s onolicious burgers & chili (vegan & a 5-star Yelp rating), Tacos De Cacheton, Banan pops and hypnotic apparel, art, jewelry and more by Psychonautica Dyes, Ananda Madhavi, Kate Barry Art, Regis Carvings, Spooky Girl Art, Island Awakening, The Fringy Hippie, Passion X Portal and Ziggy’s Grateful Merch. Enlightened Reality will also be onsite offering herbal tea blends, astrology readings and intentional sprays.
Cosmic Makers Market - Explore Now
Kalalea, annual performers at Dead & Company’s Playing in the Sand extravaganza, will add to the psychedelic atmosphere, spinning Grateful Dead-inspired LED’s.
Kalalea, Playing In The Sand 2019. Photo: @calder
We cannot wait for ‘Shakedown Street’ to roll straight through Kapi‘olani Park and into the Waikīkī Shell Amphitheater for a magical reincarnation of one of the greatest Grateful Dead concerts of all time - inspired music, environs and community connection!
Oh What a Night!
Photos from & newspaper reviews of the Dead’s epic May 7, 1977 concert.
(all photos by Peter Simon)
(pinch to zoom on mobile devices)
(more about this concert & tour)
SET LISTS
At Lucky 7, The Stephen Inglis Project will play every song, in order, from the Dead’s May 7, 1977 concert.
MAY 7, 1977 - BOSTON GARDEN
SET I
“Bertha”
“Cassidy”
“Deal”
“Jack Straw”
“Peggy-O”
“New Minglewood Blues”
“Mississippi Half-Step”
“Big River”
“Tennessee Jed”
“Music Never Stopped”
SET II
“Terrapin Station”
“Samson and Delilah”
“Friend of the Devil”
“Estimated Prophet”
“Eyes of the World”
“drums”
“The Wheel”
“Wharf Rat”
“Around and Around”
ENCORE
“U.S. Blues”
Lucky 7’s Stage Backdrop by Savana of Psychonautica Dyes who will be onsite with tie-dyes available for purchase.
Hawaii guitar great, Stephen Inglis, brings his band (“The Stephen Inglis Project”) to Waikīkī Shell Amphitheater ready to honor and celebrate the Grateful Dead and the robust history, beauty and opportunity encapsulated in May 7. The 7-piece band features Inglis (lead guitar (electric), vocals), Eric Petersen (bass, vocals), Steven Howells (drums), Alan Okuye (keyboards), Ginai Hill (vocals, percussion), Michael Shapiro (rhythm guitar) and Todd Yukumoto (saxophones).
Inglis is a world-class guitarist with deep insight into the Dead. When just 22 years old, Inglis served as lead guitarist in “House of Spirits” – a 1990’s band headed up by Bill Kreutzmann (the Dead’s founding and forever drummer). Inglis’ 2018 album, “Cut The Dead Some Slack,” is comprised entirely of songs from the Dead’s cannon, mostly performed in slack key fashion. Dennis McNally, *the* publicist for the Dead from ‘84 thru ‘95, supported the release of Inglis’ stellar album which garnered much attention nationally including frequent praise and spins from David Gans on his iconic radio show, “The Grateful Dead Hour.”
On Sunday, May 7th, as the late afternoon sun lights Diamond Head crater in a golden glow, The Stephen Inglis Project will take the stage at the Waikīkī Shell Amphitheater and transport us to another time and place.
Illustration & poster design by @wadsworthink
Produced by Hawaii Halloween, LLC
Questions?
info @ rootsmusichawaii.com