Nearly two years of diligent video editing along with superb audio mixing and mastering, it’s finally here! Well… almost. Steve Vai, commonly believed to be one of the best guitarists to walk this earth, is releasing his highly awaited live DVD (also available on Blue-Ray and audio CD) of his String Theories Tour Live in Minneapolis: Where The Wild Things Are on September 29. But you might not have to wait all the way ’til its release to see it, if you’re gonna be in town the day of the premier…

For those of you in or near the Los Angeles area on September 15, you are invited to the premier viewing of the DVD’s HD concert footage and surround sound on the big screen at the historic Egyptian Theater in Hollywood with an introduction by Steve Vai himself. All proceeds benefit Hollywood Arts an organization of which Vai has been a member of the board of directors since 2007. “I’m thrilled to be sponsoring this event in support of such a vital organization as Hollywood Arts. I have personally seen how this institute has mended broken spirits and changed the quality of people’s lives while cultivating them to become valuable contributors in building a healthier society.” says Vai.

Along with the screening, there will be a silent auction to further raise money for Hollywood Arts with many donated, rare items from fellow musicians and celebrities. Also, there is an Ebay auction as well with many items being listed in the next few days leading to the event. List of Items and Details of Event…Here.

Tickets for the event are $25 for general admission. If you are a student of MI, the tickets are $15. Now, if you want to participate in the “Evo-Experience,” a private Q and A with Steve Vai prior to the event and limited to only 100 attendees, the admission is $199.

Also, guest appearances will include most of the musicians in the touring band, including myself (I played a bit of lap steel here and there). So, I hope to see you there for a great night out in support of a good cause!