EARLVILLE — Earlville Opera House is excited to present The Weight Band on Saturday, October 17 at 7 p.m. on its historic 1892 Main Stage. The Weight Band is an American roots rock and Americana group performing a mix of The Weight Band’s original material and fan favorites from The Band’s catalog, as well as songs by The Grateful Dead, The Allman Brothers, Bob Dylan, and more.

Led by Jim Weider, guitarist and vocalist from Woodstock, NY, who replaced Robbie Robertson in The Band and later performed with Levon Helm in the Levon Helm Band, The Weight Band was formed in 2013 inside Levon Helm’s legendary Woodstock barn. Inspired by Helm to continue the musical legacy of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group, Weider and his bandmates deliver a dynamic set that blends classic Americana with roadhouse rock, funky swamp pop, blues, country soul, and folk.

Picking up where The Band left off, The Weight Band will perform the classic songs of The Band (“The Weight,” “Up on Cripple Creek”) alongside selections from their acclaimed current album “Shines Like Gold”. Joining Jim Weider on stage are Brian Mitchell on keyboards and vocals (Levon Helm Band), Albert Rogers on bass and vocals (Jim Weider Band, Jimmy Vivino), Michael Bram on drum and vocals (Jason Mraz), and Matt Zeiner on keyboards and vocals (Dickey Betts). Together, these veteran musicians share a deep appreciation for what Weider calls the “Woodstock Sound.” The Weight Band continues to serve as its torchbearer — a masterful ensemble keeping the timeless spirit and heart and soul of one of rock’s most beloved bands and Americana music alive.

Tickets for this not-to-miss show are $64 and $58 for members, $14 for youth 17 and younger; and college students are half off general admission with valid ID. Purchase your tickets at www.earlvilleoperahouse.com, by calling (315) 691-3550, or by stopping into the office. 

 While on site for the show, visit our three rotating visual art galleries, pop into our Artisan Gift Shop (which closes this month), and enjoy our Arts Café where you can purchase snacks and drinks including adult specialty beverages. The Earlville Opera House opens at 6 p.m. 

Thank you to our show sponsors: Community Foundation for South Central New York, NBT Bank, WAER FM Radio; WRVO Public Media, Preferred Mutual Insurance Company; Sidney Federal Credit Union; and Hamilton Community Chest.

Special thanks to our hospitality sponsor Poolville Country Store Restaurant Bed & Breakfast. Make it an evening out and receive 10% off dinner at Poolville by presenting your EOH show ticket or receive 10% off your show ticket by presenting your Poolville dinner receipt at the Box Office. Call 315-691-2677 for dinner reservations.

Show your ticket at Huff Brau LLC before or after the show and get $1 off your first drink. EOH Family Members and up, show your membership card and show tickets to get 10% off your meal on the night of the performance. Call 315-691-3300 for dinner reservations.

Earlville Opera House Arts Center is located at 18 East Main Street in the quaint Village of Earlville, NY. At EOH we believe accessibility and inclusion are critical to everything we do. Our historic Opera House has been upgraded to ensure accessibility throughout the building, including a hearing loop system in our 1892 theater provided by Hamilton Hearing LLC.

EOH events are made possible in part by the New York State Council on the Arts with support from the Office of the Governor and NYS Legislature, and through the generosity of EOH members.

— Information from EOH