Universal Orlando Resort's Rock The Universe 2010 Pumps Up the Volume With the Ultimate Lineup of Christian Music Artists

ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Orlando Resort's Rock The Universe returns this September 10 and 11 with one of the most exciting celebrations of Christian music in the nation. Fourteen soul-stirring rock acts will take the stage for a weekend filled with incredible music, inspirational stories from celebrity speakers, and the opportunity to enjoy the most thrilling theme park attractions at Universal Studios Florida.

This year's Rock The Universe lineup features the spiritual sounds of Christian rock's hottest acts, such as five-time Grammy award-winning group Jars of Clay; hit band Relient K – featuring popular songs like "Forgiven" and "Who I Am Hates Who I've Been;" Skillet – whose unique symphonic rock sound inspires fans everywhere; and Needtobreathe – whose music has been featured in hit movies and television shows like "The Hills," "Employee of the Month" and "P.S. I Love You."

Rock The Universe guests will also experience the pulse-pounding thrills and revolutionary attractions that can only be found at Universal Studios Florida. Guests can plummet down a virtual 1,000-foot waterfall in Shrek 4-D, speed through darkness in the world's first psychological thrill ride in Revenge of The Mummy or rock out at 65 mph on Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit – a radically-innovative roller coaster that combines hit music, first-ever maneuvers and highly-sophisticated audio and video for a one-of-a-kind ride experience.

There are a variety of ways to experience all the excitement of Rock The Universe 2010. The best value is the "Rock Your Weekend" ticket, which will be sold only in advance and includes admission to both nights of Christian rock concerts, access to the Sunday Morning Worship services and three-day tickets to both Universal Studios Florida and Universal's Islands of Adventure – featuring The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, the most spectacularly-themed entertainment experience ever created that was inspired by J.K. Rowling's compelling stories and characters. This offer is only available until Sept. 3 and will not be sold at the gate.

For more information about Rock The Universe 2010 – including the return of the Sunday Morning Worship services and the "Rock Your Weekend" Getaway package – or to purchase tickets, visit www.rocktheuniverse.com or call 1-888-RTU-INFO (1-888-788-4636).

Universal Orlando Resort

There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort. It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex. It's the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created. You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D. You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

SOURCE Universal Orlando Resort