BARRY MANILOW TO BRING SPECTACULAR SYMPHONY SHOW TO ATLANTIC CITY FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY!
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Atlantic City, NJ (May 28, 2010) –Traveling east from Las Vegas for his only area show this summer, Barry Manilow will perform with the country’s largest pops orchestra, The New York Pops, at the Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall on Saturday August 14. “Caesars Atlantic City Presents Barry Manilow with the New York Pops” is the superstar’s first concert in 2010 outside of his current run at the Paris Théâtre at Paris Las Vegas, and provides a unique opportunity for his east coast fans to experience what has made the legendary singer/songwriter one of the most revered performers in music history.
“I’m excited to get to perform in Atlantic City again and to be joined by The New York Pops, there’ll be such energy, and it’s a sheer joy to reach my east coast based fans,” says Manilow.
Backed by The New York Pops 60-piece orchestra along with a band and vocalists, “Caesars Atlantic City Presents Barry Manilow with the New York Pops” will showcase the icon’s many hits in addition to songs featured on his new album, “The Greatest Love Songs of All Time.” On this latest project Manilow’s loving interpretations and arrangements of classic love songs include “Love is Here To Stay,” “The Look of Love,” and “I Can’t Give You Anything But Love.”
Atlantic City, NJ (May 28, 2010) –Traveling east from Las Vegas for his only area show this summer, Barry Manilow will perform with the country’s largest pops orchestra, The New York Pops, at the Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall on Saturday August 14. “Caesars Atlantic City Presents Barry Manilow with the New York Pops” is the superstar’s first concert in 2010 outside of his current run at the Paris Théâtre at Paris Las Vegas, and provides a unique opportunity for his east coast fans to experience what has made the legendary singer/songwriter one of the most revered performers in music history.
“I’m excited to get to perform in Atlantic City again and to be joined by The New York Pops, there’ll be such energy, and it’s a sheer joy to reach my east coast based fans,” says Manilow.
Backed by The New York Pops 60-piece orchestra along with a band and vocalists, “Caesars Atlantic City Presents Barry Manilow with the New York Pops” will showcase the icon’s many hits in addition to songs featured on his new album, “The Greatest Love Songs of All Time.” On this latest project Manilow’s loving interpretations and arrangements of classic love songs include “Love is Here To Stay,” “The Look of Love,” and “I Can’t Give You Anything But Love.”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
BARRY MANILOW TO BRING SPECTACULAR SYMPHONY SHOW
TO ATLANTIC CITY FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY!
MANILOW TO PERFORM ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 14
AT ATLANTIC CITY BOARDWALK HALL
Atlantic City, NJ (May 28, 2010) –Traveling east from Las Vegas for his only area show this summer, Barry Manilow will perform with the country’s largest pops orchestra, The New York Pops, at the Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall on Saturday August 14. “Caesars Atlantic City Presents Barry Manilow with the New York Pops” is the superstar’s first concert in 2010 outside of his current run at the Paris Théâtre at Paris Las Vegas, and provides a unique opportunity for his east coast fans to experience what has made the legendary singer/songwriter one of the most revered performers in music history.
“I’m excited to get to perform in Atlantic City again and to be joined by The New York Pops, there’ll be such energy, and it’s a sheer joy to reach my east coast based fans,” says Manilow.
Backed by The New York Pops 60-piece orchestra along with a band and vocalists, “Caesars Atlantic City Presents Barry Manilow with the New York Pops” will showcase the icon’s many hits in addition to songs featured on his new album, “The Greatest Love Songs of All Time.” On this latest project Manilow’s loving interpretations and arrangements of classic love songs include “Love is Here To Stay,” “The Look of Love,” and “I Can’t Give You Anything But Love.”
“Barry Manilow is an astounding performer,” said Caesars Executive Scott Schecter, “and we’re thrilled to have him for the one and only show he’ll be doing outside of his Paris Las Vegas engagement this summer. This show promises to be one that no one will want to miss.”
Manilow recently began his most celebrated run at the Paris Théâtre at Paris Las Vegas, where he’ll perform 78 shows each year for two years. The shows are produced by AEG Live in conjunction with Paris Las Vegas. All those who attend the concert at Boardwalk Hall will have the opportunity to win a trip to Paris Las Vegas to see Manilow’s new show.
Atlantic City middle school and high school music programs will benefit from Manilow’s show by sharing in the proceeds of the special Platinum Experience Tickets. Platinum Experience Tickets which include a front row seat, champagne reception, meet & greet and photo with Barry Manilow, and an autographed show program are available now at www.starz.bz/manilowfund. Proceeds from Platinum Experience Tickets go directly to the Manilow Music Project. The Manilow Music Project is part of Manilow’s non-profit, The Manilow Fund for Health and Hope and will put instruments into the hands of middle school and high school students in the Atlantic City Unified School District.
Tickets go on sale to the general public on Saturday, June 5 at 10am EST. “Caesars Atlantic City Presents Barry Manilow with the New York Pops” will be available via Ticketmaster.com, Charge by phone 800.745.3000 or 800.736.1420, the Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall box office and all Ticketmaster locations.
For more information on “Caesars Atlantic City Presents Barry Manilow with the New York Pops” at Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall visit www.manilow.com or www.aeglive.com
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About Barry Manilow
The Greatest Love Songs of All Time is Barry Manilow’s follow-up to the mega-bestselling series of “Decades” albums that he masterminded with Clive Davis. The series began in January 2006 with The Greatest Songs Of The
Fifties, which entered the Billboard 200 album chart at #1, and was certified RIAA platinum. The Greatest Songs Of The Sixties (October 2006) entered at #2. When the RIAA platinum The Greatest Songs Of The Seventies entered at #4 (September 2007), Barry Manilow was distinguished as the only artist to chart three Top 5 debuts during 2006-2007. The most recent entry in the series, The Greatest Songs Of The Eighties was released November 2008.
Beyond the sensational “Decades” series, Arista is the home to Manilow’s biggest hits including “Mandy,” “It’s a Miracle,” “Could It Be Magic,” “I Write the Songs,” “Looks Like We Made It,” “Can’t Smile Without You,” “Copacabana (At the Copa),” “Somewhere In the Night,” “Ships,” “I Made It Through the Rain,” and many, many more. With worldwide record sales exceeding 80 million, Barry Manilow is ranked as the top Adult Contemporary chart artist of all time, according to R&R (Radio & Records); with no less than 25 consecutive top 40 hits to his credit between 1975 and 1983, on the Billboard Hot 100. Manilow has worked on over 40 albums over the course of his career as a singer, songwriter, arranger and producer.
About The New York Pops
The New York Pops is the largest independent pops orchestra in the United States, and the only professional symphonic orchestra in New York City specializing in popular music. Led by Music Director Steven Reineke, the orchestra performs an annual subscription series and birthday gala at Carnegie Hall, enjoying one of their highest subscription renewal rates. The New York Pops was founded by former NBC Music Director Skitch Henderson in 1983 with a mission to create greater public awareness and appreciation of America’s rich musical heritage. Along with performing at Carnegie Hall, The New York Pops tours throughout the world and gives free concerts in New York City parks. The orchestra’s media projects include performing music for the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular on NBC since 2005, nationwide radio broadcasts, and numerous recordings. The New York Pops’ extensive education programs allow thousands of public schoolchildren to participate in concert and music-making experiences at Carnegie Hall and in schools throughout the five boroughs of New York City.
About Caesars Atlantic City
Caesars Atlantic City sets the standard for excitement and luxury. Reigning at the center of the Atlantic City Boardwalk, Caesars features more than 1,100 hotel guest rooms and suites, eight diverse restaurants and cafes including Mia by George Perrier and Chris Scarduzio and Morton’s Steakhouse, Qua Baths & Spa, and a lavish 140,000 square foot casino. The 1,600 seat Circus Maximus Theater spotlights leading entertainers such as Jerry Seinfeld, Sheryl Crow and Tony Bennett. The Pier Shops at Caesars deliver the pinnacle of designer boutiques, chic eateries and abundant entertainment in a $175 million oceanfront complex. Caesars is located at 2100 Pacific Avenue in Atlantic City, New Jersey. For more information, call 1-800-223-7277 or visit www.caesarsac.com
About AEG Live
AEG Live, the live-entertainment division of Los Angeles-based AEG, is dedicated to all aspects of live contemporary music performance. AEG Live is comprised of touring, festival, exhibition, broadcast, merchandise and special event divisions, fifteen regional offices, and thirty state-of-the-art venues. The company is currently producing tours and productions including Cher at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, Supernatural Santana: A Trip Through the Hits at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Barry Manilow at Paris Las Vegas. The concert tour roster includes artists such as Taylor Swift, Black Eyed Peas, Bon Jovi, Carrie Underwood, Daughtry, Justin Bieber Leonard Cohen, Miley Cyrus, Kelly Clarkson, Wisin & Yandel, Britney Spears, Kenny Chesney, P!nk, Paul McCartney and KISS. AEG Live is the largest producer of music festivals in North America from the critically acclaimed Coachella Music & Arts Festival to Stagecoach and New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. For more information, go to www.aeglive.com
please note ticket prices are $225, $155, $95 and $65
BARRY MANILOW TO BRING SPECTACULAR SYMPHONY SHOW
TO ATLANTIC CITY FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY!
MANILOW TO PERFORM ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 14
AT ATLANTIC CITY BOARDWALK HALL
Atlantic City, NJ (May 28, 2010) –Traveling east from Las Vegas for his only area show this summer, Barry Manilow will perform with the country’s largest pops orchestra, The New York Pops, at the Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall on Saturday August 14. “Caesars Atlantic City Presents Barry Manilow with the New York Pops” is the superstar’s first concert in 2010 outside of his current run at the Paris Théâtre at Paris Las Vegas, and provides a unique opportunity for his east coast fans to experience what has made the legendary singer/songwriter one of the most revered performers in music history.
“I’m excited to get to perform in Atlantic City again and to be joined by The New York Pops, there’ll be such energy, and it’s a sheer joy to reach my east coast based fans,” says Manilow.
Backed by The New York Pops 60-piece orchestra along with a band and vocalists, “Caesars Atlantic City Presents Barry Manilow with the New York Pops” will showcase the icon’s many hits in addition to songs featured on his new album, “The Greatest Love Songs of All Time.” On this latest project Manilow’s loving interpretations and arrangements of classic love songs include “Love is Here To Stay,” “The Look of Love,” and “I Can’t Give You Anything But Love.”
“Barry Manilow is an astounding performer,” said Caesars Executive Scott Schecter, “and we’re thrilled to have him for the one and only show he’ll be doing outside of his Paris Las Vegas engagement this summer. This show promises to be one that no one will want to miss.”
Manilow recently began his most celebrated run at the Paris Théâtre at Paris Las Vegas, where he’ll perform 78 shows each year for two years. The shows are produced by AEG Live in conjunction with Paris Las Vegas. All those who attend the concert at Boardwalk Hall will have the opportunity to win a trip to Paris Las Vegas to see Manilow’s new show.
Atlantic City middle school and high school music programs will benefit from Manilow’s show by sharing in the proceeds of the special Platinum Experience Tickets. Platinum Experience Tickets which include a front row seat, champagne reception, meet & greet and photo with Barry Manilow, and an autographed show program are available now at www.starz.bz/manilowfund. Proceeds from Platinum Experience Tickets go directly to the Manilow Music Project. The Manilow Music Project is part of Manilow’s non-profit, The Manilow Fund for Health and Hope and will put instruments into the hands of middle school and high school students in the Atlantic City Unified School District.
Tickets go on sale to the general public on Saturday, June 5 at 10am EST. “Caesars Atlantic City Presents Barry Manilow with the New York Pops” will be available via Ticketmaster.com, Charge by phone 800.745.3000 or 800.736.1420, the Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall box office and all Ticketmaster locations.
For more information on “Caesars Atlantic City Presents Barry Manilow with the New York Pops” at Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall visit www.manilow.com or www.aeglive.com
# # #
About Barry Manilow
The Greatest Love Songs of All Time is Barry Manilow’s follow-up to the mega-bestselling series of “Decades” albums that he masterminded with Clive Davis. The series began in January 2006 with The Greatest Songs Of The
Fifties, which entered the Billboard 200 album chart at #1, and was certified RIAA platinum. The Greatest Songs Of The Sixties (October 2006) entered at #2. When the RIAA platinum The Greatest Songs Of The Seventies entered at #4 (September 2007), Barry Manilow was distinguished as the only artist to chart three Top 5 debuts during 2006-2007. The most recent entry in the series, The Greatest Songs Of The Eighties was released November 2008.
Beyond the sensational “Decades” series, Arista is the home to Manilow’s biggest hits including “Mandy,” “It’s a Miracle,” “Could It Be Magic,” “I Write the Songs,” “Looks Like We Made It,” “Can’t Smile Without You,” “Copacabana (At the Copa),” “Somewhere In the Night,” “Ships,” “I Made It Through the Rain,” and many, many more. With worldwide record sales exceeding 80 million, Barry Manilow is ranked as the top Adult Contemporary chart artist of all time, according to R&R (Radio & Records); with no less than 25 consecutive top 40 hits to his credit between 1975 and 1983, on the Billboard Hot 100. Manilow has worked on over 40 albums over the course of his career as a singer, songwriter, arranger and producer.
About The New York Pops
The New York Pops is the largest independent pops orchestra in the United States, and the only professional symphonic orchestra in New York City specializing in popular music. Led by Music Director Steven Reineke, the orchestra performs an annual subscription series and birthday gala at Carnegie Hall, enjoying one of their highest subscription renewal rates. The New York Pops was founded by former NBC Music Director Skitch Henderson in 1983 with a mission to create greater public awareness and appreciation of America’s rich musical heritage. Along with performing at Carnegie Hall, The New York Pops tours throughout the world and gives free concerts in New York City parks. The orchestra’s media projects include performing music for the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular on NBC since 2005, nationwide radio broadcasts, and numerous recordings. The New York Pops’ extensive education programs allow thousands of public schoolchildren to participate in concert and music-making experiences at Carnegie Hall and in schools throughout the five boroughs of New York City.
About Caesars Atlantic City
Caesars Atlantic City sets the standard for excitement and luxury. Reigning at the center of the Atlantic City Boardwalk, Caesars features more than 1,100 hotel guest rooms and suites, eight diverse restaurants and cafes including Mia by George Perrier and Chris Scarduzio and Morton’s Steakhouse, Qua Baths & Spa, and a lavish 140,000 square foot casino. The 1,600 seat Circus Maximus Theater spotlights leading entertainers such as Jerry Seinfeld, Sheryl Crow and Tony Bennett. The Pier Shops at Caesars deliver the pinnacle of designer boutiques, chic eateries and abundant entertainment in a $175 million oceanfront complex. Caesars is located at 2100 Pacific Avenue in Atlantic City, New Jersey. For more information, call 1-800-223-7277 or visit www.caesarsac.com
About AEG Live
AEG Live, the live-entertainment division of Los Angeles-based AEG, is dedicated to all aspects of live contemporary music performance. AEG Live is comprised of touring, festival, exhibition, broadcast, merchandise and special event divisions, fifteen regional offices, and thirty state-of-the-art venues. The company is currently producing tours and productions including Cher at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, Supernatural Santana: A Trip Through the Hits at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Barry Manilow at Paris Las Vegas. The concert tour roster includes artists such as Taylor Swift, Black Eyed Peas, Bon Jovi, Carrie Underwood, Daughtry, Justin Bieber Leonard Cohen, Miley Cyrus, Kelly Clarkson, Wisin & Yandel, Britney Spears, Kenny Chesney, P!nk, Paul McCartney and KISS. AEG Live is the largest producer of music festivals in North America from the critically acclaimed Coachella Music & Arts Festival to Stagecoach and New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. For more information, go to www.aeglive.com
please note ticket prices are $225, $155, $95 and $65