Entertainment Series brings a variety of affordable entertainment to Irving, including jazz, revues, orchestras, and dance performances, among others.

We are proud to present our 2009-2010 Season.

Nearly Neil and the Solitary Band September 2, 2009-----Wednesday

In 1994, Bobby Bruce, “Neil Diamond”, took the stage in his tribute to Neil Diamond and a “legend” was born. Within two years the world-famous Las Vegas based “Legends in Concert” had selected him for their line up .He traveled with them for 10 months in the States, then he went to Australia, where the press gave him the name “Nearly Neil”. He decided to go out on his own and introduce his tribute to Neil Diamond independently, and the band was formed. In the intervening decade, Nearly Neil tribute has enjoyed resounding success. They have performed in Canada, Australia and New Zealand, the Cayman Islands, Hawaii, and cruise ships.

Rudolf Budginas November 20, 2009----Friday

Rudolf Budginas was born into a family of musicians in Lithuania. He began his studies at the age of four and made his debut at the age of nine with the Lithuanian National Symphony. He trained at the prestigious Moscow Conservatory. Among his numerous awards are the First Prize in the International Liszt Piano Competition, Second Prize in the Vitols International Piano Competition, and the prestigious Yamaha of Europe award. “I like to relax the atmosphere of the concert. Because, you know, the concert is a very formal thing. I like people in general. I like to talk to them. And when you have friendly atmosphere, when you explain what they’re going to hear, it’s much better, it’s much easier.

Canadian Tenors March 15, 2010----Monday

Fuse the incredibly powerful tenor voices of four talented young men with diverse vocal styles, undeniable charm and individual international success with an eclectic blend of classical and contemporary pop and you have the recipe for one powerhouse group and Canada’s latest sought-after export. This vocal sensation combines classical and contemporary pop to bring us some of the most beautiful melodies. The Canadian Tenors unique repertoire is sung not only in English and French, but also in Spanish and Italian, reflecting their multicultural heritage and establishing the group as an international success.

Chapter 6 May 20, 2010----Thursday

Emerging from a course at Milliken University, Chapter 6 became the youngest group to ever qualify for the Chicago Area National Harmony Sweepstakes. Whether a signature piece, such as “Bohemian Rhapsody” or the American Idol featured group’s very own award-winning 8 minute version of “The Wizard of Oz”, audiences revel in Chapter 6’s superb musicianship and adventuresome spirit.

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