II Divo Delights Crowd Of Thousands At First Abu Dhabi Concert, Presented By Flash Entertainment

Emirates Palace resounded with operatic harmonies from II Divo, backed by the renowned Puccini Festival Opera Orchestra. II Divo concert is another highlight of Abu Dhabi Festival 2010

Abu Dhabi was treated to a unique performance last night as the grounds of Emirates Palace’s West Lawn were filled with the unmistakeable sounds of the pop-operatic quartet Il Divo performing with the Puccini Festival Opera Orchestra The fully seated show, brought to the capital by Flash Entertainment, was the first time the quartet has performed in Abu Dhabi. The concert was presented as part of Abu Dhabi Festival 2010 which is organised by Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF).

Performing a number of their classic hits, alongside new gems from their latest album ‘The Promise’, the concert, showcased the quartet’s range, passion, energy and perfectly crafted talent. Demonstrating a strong rapport on-stage, the four singers intertwined their voices to create soaring melodies, interspersed by solo performances that demonstrated the qualities of each man’s unique vocal range. The performance clearly demonstrated the new levels of maturity and shared purpose of the quartet, who have been working together since 2004.

John Lickrish, Managing Director of Flash Entertainment commented:
“This evening’s performance was a huge success and a truly memorable way to introduce Il Divo to Abu Dhabi. The exceptional performances of both the quartet and the Puccini Festival Opera Orchestra thrilled the audience last night, who came out in their thousands to enjoy this unforgettable outdoor show.”

H.E. Hoda Al Khamis Kanoo, Founder and Artistic Director of the Abu Dhabi Festival 2010 also commented:
“I’m delighted that the Il Divo concert was so well received by Abu Dhabi audience. The Abu Dhabi Festival 2010 program was put together for the people of the Emirates, and it is always a pleasure to see members of the community enjoying Festival events. Il Divo are a young and dynamic group who bring the worlds of classical music and popular melodies together in a new and innovative way, adding a unique flavour to an already diverse Festival program.”

The Abu Dhabi Festival 2010 has showcased a number of stunning international acts so far, with standing ovations and world premieres bringing joy and excitement to the packed audiences. Running until the 7th April, the remaining program offers audiences a host of international and regional virtuosi performing in Emirates Palace, as well as community and education events taking place around the Emirates.

Il Divo in concert, Live in Abu Dhabi was sponsored by Aldar, Du and Etihad Airways, and supported by Marina Mall, Synaxis Media, Time Out Abu Dhabi, Showtime, Radio 2, ENG and Emirates Palace.
 

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