Beloved singer and environmental activist Kathy Mattea will perform at the WVU Creative Arts Center on Sunday, Oct. 11 as part of the University Arts Series. The concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at the Mountainlair and Creative Arts Center box offices, online at ticketmaster.com and by phone at 304-293-SHOW.

West Virginia native and former WVU student Kathy Mattea is known for such classics as “18 Wheels and a Dozen Roses” and “Where’ve You Been.” USA Today calls her “one of Nashville’s most spiritual singers ?” Her impressive list of awards and accolades includes two Grammys—one for Best Country Performance/Female and one for Best Southern Gospel, Country Gospel or Bluegrass Gospel Album; two Country Music Association Female Vocalist of the Year awards; and an Academy of Country Music Song of the Year award. WVU also awarded Mattea with an honorary doctorate in the arts.

Mattea’s music combines elements of folk, bluegrass, gospel and singer/songwriter intimacy. Her newest album, Coal, is a collection of mining songs that was prompted—in part—by the Sago Mine Disaster. It digs into Appalachia’s heart in what Mattea describes as a tribute to “my place and my people.” Mattea’s live performances promise an exceptional view of the American musical landscape through the eyes of a world-class singer and performer.

Tickets are still available, and range in price from $30 to $45, depending on seat location. Tickets may be purchased at the Mountainlair and CAC box offices, online at ticketmaster.com or by phone at 304-293-SHOW or 800-745-3000. Tickets are also available at all Ticketmaster outlets, including Giant Eagle on Greenbag Rd. and FYE in the Meadowbrook Mall.

WVU Students can purchase tickets for $25 at the campus box offices and 304-293-SHOW with a valid Mountaineer card. One discounted ticket per I.D.

The University Art Series is produced by WVU Arts & Entertainment. For more event information, call 304-293-SHOW, or visit us online at events.wvu.edu.

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MEDIA INFORMATION: Ali Daly, 304-293-8222

TICKET INFORMATION: Mountainlair & CAC box offices, all Ticketmaster outlets, www.ticketmaster.com, www.events.wvu.edu, 304-293-SHOW, 800-745-3000