The Asylum is now…AURA!

The venue formerly know as the Asylum welcomed media representatives on Friday to check out construction of the new facility. First things first, the new name will be AURA, and it be a state of the art performance area boasting great views, incredible sound and a very special concert experience.

AURA will also be available to hold private functions with it’s first concert scheduled for April 27th featuring Get The Led Out. Upcoming shows include:

Vyntage Skynard, Peacheaters and Nor’Easters – May 5th

1964 Beatles Tribute – May 12th

Todd Rundgren – May 18th

Three Dog Night – June24th

Eagles tribute band Eaglemania – July 28th

Little River Band – August 17th

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