Dolly Parton to tour Australia in February 2014

Dolly Parton. Picture: Supplied Source: Supplied

DOLLY Parton will return to Australia for a national tour in February.

The country superstar broke a three decade drought with an acclaimed Australian tour in 2011.
Parton's swift return will come on the back of a brand new album Blue Smoke.

Parton will play Rod Laver Arena on February 11, Hope Estate Winery in Hunter Valley on February 15, Sydney Entertainment Centre on February 18, Brisbane Entertainment Centre on February 21, Adelaide Entertainment Centre on February 25 and Perth Arena on February 27.
Tickets go on sale November 1.

Australian fans will be able to purchase VIP packages which include a backstage tour and the chance to meet Dolly Parton. Source: News Limited

"Australia, here I come again," Parton said in a statement. "We have a lot of new and exciting things for the show and can't wait to share it with you. I love my fans in that part of the world. You've been so very good to me for so many years and I know that we're gonna have a wonderful time. It's a long way from home in your part of the world, but I always feel like I'm right at home. So Australia, I'm coming home. Wait up!"
Fans will be able to purchase VIP packages including a backstage tour, a hance to check out Dolly's personal wardrobe and instruments as well as a meet-and-greet opportunity.
Blue Smoke's will be released shortly and will be issued through her own label Dolly Records.
Ticket and pre-sale information available at livenation.com.au