Hello,

I've been a fan since the Tambourine album. I have never had a chance to see Tift live. I have two GA tickets for Fitzgerald's in Berwyn, IL.  This may sound like an odd question but I've never seen Tift play.  The doors open an hour before the show.  The tickets I have are GA.  I know what GA means and is.  If I want to secure good "seats/position", how early should I line up for admittance?  I'm not sure how to word this correctly.  Is there a huge following of Tift in the midwest?  I just want to know what I can anticipate in terms of a potential of a large line for when I arrive and wait for admittance. Thanks.

Rich

PS Sorry for the odd question but thanks in advance.

Thanks Phillip. I'm excited about seeing Tift in July. It's less than a month away. Curious, how many members of this board are playing on attending the gig in Fitzgerald's next month?

Phillip,

How have Tift's previous Midwest shows fared attendance wise?  Should I expect a large turnout at Fitzgerald's next month?

Rich

So, who else is going to go see Tift at Fitzgerald's on July 12th? I'm psyched, I have my 2 GA tickets in my possession, they arrived yesterday in the mail.

rmats,

Fitzgerald's usually has tables and chairs set up.  It is decorated like a "honky-tonk" and has even been used as that in movies.  If the demand for tickets is high, they will remove tables near the front to make room for more people.  Food is served, so you can get there early and have dinner while you're killing time.   The food is done by Wishbone, which most people like.  If you get there 45 minutes early, you should be able to get good seats.

The tables in the center area hold 4-6 people, with smaller tables on the edge of the room.  Tables between the stage and the soundboard are the best, in my opinion (I like to sit a little back from the stage to get better sound). 

Street parking is usually pretty easy.  Let me know if you have any questions.

Bill