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| Celt, an evening in Ireland with Michael Londra |
| Monday, March 15, 2010 | | Event Time: | 8:00 PM |
| Description: | Michael Londra, the voice of Riverdance On Broadway, will perform a benefit concert in Oak Ridge. Michael will be joined by the finest Irish musicians and dancers as they captivate the audience with their lively interpretation |
| Fee: | $22.50 general admission, $40 reserved seating |
| Lead Organization: | Oak Ridge Revitalization Effort [More Events] |
| Location: | Historic Grove Theatre [Directions] |
| Locale: | Anderson County |
| Main Website: | http://www.revitalizeoakridge.org |
| Event Webpage: | Click Here |
| For More Info: | Kate Groover, 865-272-3009 kate@revitalizeoakridge.org |
| More Information: | Scroll Below for Directions and the Long Description of this event |
| Category: | Arts and Culture -- Concerts [More Events] [Similar Events] |
Long Description or Press Release:
Tickets Available for CELT, an evening in Ireland with Michael Londra
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
OAK RIDGE, TN - February 18, 2010 – The Oak Ridge Revitalization Effort announces the availability of Tickets for general to CELT, an evening in Ireland with Michael Londra. Fifty [50] VIP Tickets are also available for reserved seating along with an invitation to meet Michael Londra the night before the concert during a wine & cheese reception. Ticket prices are $22.50 general admission and $40 reserved seating plus reception.
Famed, modern Irish tenor, known as, The Voice of Riverdance on Broadway, Michael Londra, will perform a benefit concert for the Oak Ridge Revitalization Effort on Monday, March 15, 2010 at the Historic Grove Theatre beginning at 8:00 PM in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Recording Classical Crossover and Celtic/Irish music featuring the classic Danny Boy, described as "one of the best recordings ever" by The Irish Emigrant. Audiences across the world have been captivated by the lively interpretation of traditional Irish music along with Londra’s own original songs. The band members and Irish dancers he brings each have individual cultural and musical backgrounds which culminate in a program that is as dynamic as it is poignant. With a foundation of authentic instrumentation – Uileann pipes, bodhran, fiddle, mandolin and guitar – Michael and the band blend new and old, elegantly incorporating contemporary sounds into a diverse repertoire. Moving vocals, rife with loss, longing, energy, and adventure are layered with familiar and original melodies. Audiences are inspired as they hear the voice of Michael and feel the sorrow, the joy, and the hope delivered by his voice which has been described by the Houston Chronicle as “pure as a crystalline stream”.
Londra is from the singing capital of Ireland, a small town on the South East coast called Wexford. In the early 90’s he decided to follow his heart and began singing professionally. His leap of faith was rewarded when he soon became a leading man in musical theater in Dublin playing a variety of roles, including Joseph in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. U.S. director and choreographer, Larry Fuller asked Michael to play Bobby Kennedy in the world premier of "JFK" where he was noticed by the producers of Riverdance.
He was offered the role of lead singer in the U.S. National Tour of Riverdance which included performances at Radio City Music Hall and the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. In March 2000, Michael again was offered the position of lead singer in the new production of Riverdance on Broadwa at The Gershwin Theatre, taking the role from acclaimed Irish singer Brian Kennedy. This was the platform from which Michael's recording and producing career began.
Michael's first album "Celt" was produced by acclaimed producer, Steve Skinner, who co-produced the Grammy nominated soundtrack of RENT. He has worked as an arranger/co-producer for Bette Midler and Celine Dion and has collaborated many times with Arif Mardin, producer of Norah Jones' acclaimed CD. The album was released in 15 countries worldwide selling particularly well in Korea where it reached No 1 in the World Music Charts.
His recording of Danny Boy was described by The Irish Emigrant as "One of the best recordings of Danny Boy in history." The Youtube video of this recording has been seen by 1.7 million people as of Oct 2009.
He appears with Pavarotti, Bocelli, Il Divo, Sarah Brightman and Kathryn Jenkins on the Universal Records Asia 2009 release Arias : Ancora.
In 2004 Michael was chosen for the role of Jesus in "The Passion of the Christ Symphony" This production was based on the score of Oscar nominee, John Debney, and had its spectacular US premiere in Hollywood on September 11, 2005.
Michael's work with partner Jean Clancy on the Celtic Woman project created by Sharon Browne was a turning point in Michael’s career off stage. He has been involved in many productions around the world as an artistic director and producer.
He created Radiocelt.com in Chicago in 2003 which is part of the Accuradio network (one of the top ten internet radio stations in the world). In addition, Michael has been very active in yet another role, this time as an ambassador for "Concern Worldwide" www.concernusa.org. Through several CD releases which raised considerable awareness for the charity, and through his high profile visits to Haiti, Michael has helped bring the issue of poverty and hunger to the attention of the public.
The reduced fee tickets are available between now and December 25. After December 25 the ticket price will be $22.50 for general admission and $45 for VIP Tickets.
Tickets can be purchased at online through www.revitalizeoakridge.org or at The Ferrell Shop in Jackson Square and Oak Ridge Floral in Grove Center. For more information call the Oak Ridge Revitalization Effort at 865-272-3009 or email info@revitalizeoakridge.org
Londra’s most recent Holiday CD Beyond The Star along with his CD CELT can purchased at The Ferrell Shop prior to the concert. For more information on Michael Londra visit www.michaellondra.com |
Directions:
From Knoxville:
Take Pellissippi Parkway (or Oak Ridge Highway) toward Oak Ridge; this becomes US-162
Cross the bridge in Solway and stay on US-162
US-162 turns into Illinois Avenue
Take Illinois Avenue all the way into the middle of Oak Ridge
Turn right onto Raccoon Road
Go straight through the traffic light at the Oak Ridge Turnpike; this becomes Robertsville Road
Come up the hill until you see the big swimming pool on your right; turn left on Randolph Road; the Grove Theatre is on the right in High Places Church (123 Randolph Road) |
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