Grand Ole Opry member Blake Shelton will host NBC’s Opry 100: A Live Celebration, honoring the Grand Ole Opry’s milestone 100th anniversary, on Wednesday, March 19th at 8-11 pm ET and simulcast on Peacock.

Shelton said in a statement: “Becoming a member of the Opry is a highlight of my life and career, and 15 years later I still get that same feeling of reverence and excitement every time I walk out on that stage. The Grand Ole Opry has been connecting the country music family for 100 years, and I’m so proud to be part of this historic celebration.”

Opry Entertainment Group CEO Patrick Moore added: “We’re pleased to partner with our Grand Ole Opry members to create a truly unforgettable evening as we kick off the Opry’s 100th year. This special night of programming will connect millions of country music fans to the magic of the Opry, and we hope it inspires them to join us in Nashville as we celebrate this milestone all year long.”

The special will be telecast from two locations — the Grand Ole Opry House that has been home to the weekly broadcasts since 1974, and Nashville’s venerable “Mother Church,” the Ryman Auditorium, which hosted the show for decades prior to that and still hosts the Opry for a handful of dates each winter.

Opry 100: A Live Celebration will also feature performances from Opry members Ashley McBryde, Brad Paisley, Carly Pearce, Carrie Underwood, Clint Black, Dierks Bentley, Garth Brooks, Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson, Luke Combs, Marty Stuart, Reba McEntire, Trace Adkins, Trisha Yearwood and Vince Gill, as well as a special appearance from Randy Travis. Opry “fan favorites” including Amy Grant, Eric Church, Jelly Roll and the War and Treaty will also perform, with more Opry members and guests yet to be announced.

Tickets for the Opry House and Ryman performances are on sale now at: http://www.opry.com.

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