The University announced on June 12th the selection of the pop group The Fray as the headline performing group at this October's Colonials Weekend.
The musical group from Denver known for their hits How to Save a Life, Over my Head (Cable Car), and You Found Me will perform on Saturday, October, 19th at The Charles E. Smith center at 9 p.m.
"Comedians and musical acts are considered as entertainment for the event," Peter Knowerski, Senior Associate Provost and Dean of Student Affairs, said. "We're excited to welcome The Fray to campus in October!"
The Fray's selection comes following last year's choice of Train. In prior years the University had selected comedians like Jimmy Fallon and Robin Williams to headline the weekend.
Back in January GW Hallmark Programs, which according to the Student Affairs website is responsible for planning Colonials Weekend, attempted to solicit feedback from the community about potential performers for this year's Colonial's Weekend. The survey listed around a dozen potential performers.
Konwerski, through University Spokeswoman Angela Olson, would not comment specifically on how The Fray ranked on the survey or if any other performers were considered.
" The University solicits feedback from students, parents, faculty, and staff when selecting a performer for Colonials Weekend," Konwerski said. "This year The Fray ranked highly with both students and parents."
According to Jon Carfagno, the 2013-2014 Chair of Programming Board, he thinks The Fray is a good selection because it will appeal to both students and parents.
"I think The Fray strikes the perfect balance of bringing a musical act that has garnered widespread name reconigition while also having the ability to perform music that will resonate with both GW parents and students," Carfagno said.
Carfagno explained that Program Board helped the University survey students and parents for their thoughts on who the performer should be but that Program Board does not fund the performance and the decision is ultimately the University's.
"Our dedicated team of student leaders will help participate in the production aspect of the event as well as provide an outlet of assistance when running the logistics of the show," Carfagno explained. "Additionally, we hope to utilize our large scope of student outreach by promoting the concert through our various social media channels."
Tickets will go on sale July 8th at 10 a.m., with ticket prices ranging between $35 and $95. More information can be found by going to: https://students.gwu.edu/colonials-weekend.
