STORY:
Parton, Charles, Foxworthy and Wariner's NYE Plans

Dolly Parton, Ray Charles and Steve Wariner, along with the best-selling comedian in the country, Jeff Foxworthy, will be the featured entertainers at the Opryland Hotel*s four-day millennium event, the Grand Celebration 2000, from Dec. 30, 1999, through Jan. 3, 2000.

The Delta, the hotel's 4.5-acre glass-roofed garden, will be the site of an entertainment extravaganza on New Year*s Eve that will feature gourmet food and a variety of musical styles including jazz, blues, country and classical. The first moment of the new millennium will be marked by an indoor laser and fireworks show at the 2,884-room hotel.

On Dec. 30, guests for Opryland*s Grand Celebration 2000 will be greeted with a special VIP welcome reception. That evening, the celebration begins with the "Big Band Blast" featuring Ray Charles and a four-course dinner. On Dec. 31, the day begins with the "Around the World Champagne Brunch", complete with Spanish dance troupes, festive circus acts and even a mariachi band. Then comes the event the world has been waiting for . . . the countdown to a new millennium.

At the stroke of midnight, an indoor laser and fireworks show will illuminate the immense space. Guests will start the new year with the "New Year's Day Sports Spectacular", featuring an all-American champagne brunch. The hotel will transform one of its ballrooms into a giant living room, complete with big screen TV's, a live half-time show and cheerleaders to help guests cheer on their favorite football teams.

That night, "Country Salute 2000" will feature a four-course dinner and country entertainment from Steve Wariner and Dolly Parton. The final evening of Opryland's Grand Celebration 2000 on Jan. 2, will feature Jeff Foxworthy, along with other comedians for "Comedy Club 2000". The four-night Opryland's Grand Celebration 2000 package is $1,999 plus tax, per person. A three-night package that begins Dec. 30 is $1,599 plus tax, perperson. Each evening, package guests will receive special commemorative amenities.

Information is available by calling toll-free to 1-888-976-2000 or by visiting www.opryhotel.com.

DATE: 4/13/99

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