Opry 100: How to watch live celebration Garth Brooks, Reba McEntire and many more
Opry 100: How to watch live celebration Garth Brooks, Reba McEntire and many more
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As the Grand Ole Opry turns 100, the famed radio show and performance venue has embarked on a yearlong centennial birthday celebration, kicking off with a massive, three-hour live show.
On Wednesday, NBC will air live "Opry 100: A Live Celebration" featuring performances from a number of A-list artists including Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, Reba McEntire and Carrie Underwood.
Hosted by Blake Shelton, the show promises to be a big night as the Opry welcomes home a number of its most famed members. Performances will take place both at the Grand Ole Opry House and Nashville's historic Ryman Auditorium, the collective's former home.
Here's a rundown on who's performing, and how to watch.
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How can I watch or stream 'Opry 100' live?
The three-hour live show will be broadcast Wednesday on NBC and simulcast on Peacock beginning at 8 p.m. ET.
Who is performing at the 'Opry 100' live special?
A who's who of country music's finest, Wednesday's special will feature performances from current headliners and architects of the genre.
Full performances are expected from:
In addition to the full performances, several stars are slated for special appearances, perhaps guest features on songs or presentations of digital content.
Special appearances will include:
What is the Grand Ole Opry?
Founded in Nashville in 1925, the Opry is the longest-running live broadcast show in the world. Each week, the venue hosts three to seven live shows featuring some of country music's hottest stars along with hitmakers from adjacent genres.
Wednesday's live show is set to honor that rich tradition with iconic collaborations, reflections on legendary Opry moments and exclusive digital content that honors the artists, fans and songs that define country music.
Contributing: Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY
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