PRESS RELEASE

PRESS RELEASE

The International Tenors
October 30

Everything you could hope to hear in a three tenor concert. Opera, Musical Theater, Operetta and Pop . . . As only true tenors can, with authenticity and a little humor!

This is an incredible show coupled with a multimedia video. The tenors perform on stage with a big screen showing scenes and footage of Italy, Spain, and France . . . and of your favorite artists. You will almost believe you are sitting in a little cafe watching a great show in the Piazza . . . a wonderful little getaway!

You will see a stirring tribute to the famous tenors of the past: Enrico Caruso, the world's first tenor superstar . . . Mario Lanza, Hollywood's biggest star in the 1950's and the world's first true crossover tenor . . . and of course, Luciano Pavarotti, dubbed the voice of the century. The whole world mourned when the most famous tenor of all passed away.

They perform an animated and fun-loving set of the most beloved three tenor songs and arias. "O Sole Mio," "La Donna Mobile" and the drinking song "Libiamo." And a medley of your favorite musical theater numbers, from shows such as "The Phantom of the Opera," "West Side Story" and "Les Miserables." The International Tenors then switch gears and perform some of the world's greatest Pop Opera hits! "Time to Say Goodbye" and "The Prayer" by the world's biggest selling opera singer, Andrea Bocelli, "You Raise Me Up" by Josh Groban, song selections from Il Divo and others. Then rounding out the entire show with the song that made Pavarotti a household name . . . "Nessun Dorma!"

Michael Toby has always done things differently. Born in Toronto, he grew up in Trinidad and later returned to Canada. His voice has been described as a “strong lyric tenor voice” that is “specially cultured” with a “lyrical richness.” Onstage he has gone from the lechery of the duke in Verdi’s Rigoletto to the comical farce of the bumbling Rinuccio in Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi as well as the ardent romantic Rodolfo in Puccini’s La Boheme.

Mitch Seekins has been singing professionally for over 25 years, has studied voice intensely for 13 years, and had been teaching students vocal technique for over 18 years. Among his students are some of Canada's top recording artists. He has performed Pop, Rock, and R&B coast to coast in Canada, the United States, and Europe.

Darrell Hicks has enjoyed many successes. Mr. Hicks is now reputed to be a technically reliable and an artistically vibrant performer. Having performed Tamino from The Magic Flute by Mozart several times, Darrell is quickly being recognized as the “perfect tenor for the role” by critics and audiences alike.You can check our web pages for updates:

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