Columbia, Mo. - The University of Missouri - Department of Intercollegiate Athletics presents the Cher Farewell "Never Can Say Goodbye" Tour with special guest the Village People Thursday, November 11th.

There are a handful of one-named superstars in the world...and then there's CHER.

As a recording artist, live performer, TV star and Oscar-winning actress, she is truly peerless. Quite simply, Cher is a force of nature...eternally youthful and ever-vital as a creative, trend setting figure. "I love the idea of making songs that reach different generations of people - songs that hold the attention of longtime fans, while also grabbing the attention of kids. That's the dream of any artist."

Timeline: • After more than 140 shows, Cher's Living Proof Farewell Tour had grossed $130 million and entered its second summer, as one of the season's strongest draws. (June 20, 2003)

• September 17, 2003 Cher announces that she will end her long-running Living Proof farewell tour on Oct. 31, 2003 in Toronto, the same city where the tour began in June 2002.

• And the show goes on....Due to the overwhelming success of the farewell tour, Cher continues touring and launches the Cher Farewell "Never Can Say Goodbye" Tour with the announcement of additional shows in 2004.

Ticket Information: Tickets are $74.50 and $54.50 and are available at the Arena Box Office and all Ticketmaster outlets including the Blue Note, Brady Commons, Schnucks, Streetside Records, and FYE in Jefferson City or charge by phone (866) 646-8849. Buy tickets online at www.ticketmaster.com

No cameras or recording devices allowed. All dates, acts, and ticket prices are subject to change without notice.