Matthew & Gunnar Nelson | The Celestia Theater | Upfront and Acoustic

Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm UTC-04:00

151 Main Street, Wadsworth, OH, United States, Ohio 44281 | Wadsworth

The Celestia Theater
Publisher/HostThe Celestia Theater
Matthew & Gunnar Nelson | The Celestia Theater | Upfront and Acoustic
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Multiplatinum recording artists Matthew and Gunnar Nelson, the twin brothers behind the iconic music group NELSON, embody the enduring legacy of America's most extraordinary show business family. As the seventh generation of entertainers, they continue the traditions of excellence and integrity that have characterized their family for over 120 years. From the moment they burst onto the scene with their self-penned debut album, "After The Rain," Matthew and Gunnar Nelson captivated audiences with their striking good looks and trademark long blonde hair. However, it was their exceptional songwriting and commercially savvy rock sound that catapulted them to stardom, solidifying their status as third-generation torchbearers of the Nelson family legacy. In a remarkable achievement, their hit single "(I Can't Live Without Your) Love and Affection" secured the Nelsons' place in the Guinness Book of World Records as the only family in history to achieve number one record status in three successive generations.

Throughout their illustrious career, Matthew and Gunnar have continued to impress with their songwriting prowess and electrifying performances. They have written and performed one number one and five top 10 singles, garnered four number one MTV videos, sold over five million records, and enthralled millions of fans across the globe with their magnetic stage presence. Their talent extends far beyond the music industry, as they have proven themselves to be multifaceted entertainers, savvy entrepreneurs, and ambassadors of unwavering positivity and resilience.

Born into the iconic Nelson family, whose matriarch and patriarch were none other than actress Harriet Nelson and bandleader Ozzie Nelson, Matthew and Gunnar were destined for greatness. Their father, the legendary Ricky Nelson, rose to prominence as one of the most influential rock artists of the '50s and '60s, selling over 100 million albums and earning a well-deserved place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Join us for an Up Front and Acoustic night from...Nelson

PLUS: Songs, stories and a tribute to their dad, Ricky Nelson
SPECIAL GUEST: JACK LUTZ

Flame Backstage Bar opens 5:00pm
Theater Doors open 7:00pm
Showtime 8:00pm
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