The Thunder (Ridge) Rolls: Pearl’s Garth Brooks will be the opening performer at the newly expanded Thunder Ridge Nature Arena at Bass Pro Shops Big Cedar Lodge in the Ozarks Oct. 1 at 7pm CT. Seating capacity for the venue has been increased from 10,000 to 50,000. Thunder Ridge land is part of a not-for-profit foundation; event proceeds will enhance the area and support conservation. Tickets go on sale Aug. 26 at 10am CT here.