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Il divo announces new member, 2023 holiday tour.

Posted by Buddy Iahn | Aug 22, 2023

Steven Labrie joins following Carlos Marin’s passing

Multi-platinum classical crossover group Il Divo will embark on their US A New Day Holiday Tour, launching November 29th at Ferguson Center for the Performing Arts in Newport News, Virginia. The tour, which continues through December 23rd in Naples, Florida, will feature the group performing holiday classics that include “It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas,” “It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas,” and more, in addition to songs from their vast catalog.

Singing in English, Spanish and Italian, Il Divo, with members Urs Bühler of Switzerland, Sébastian Izambard of France and David Miller, also announce a new addition to their group, Mexican American baritone Steven LaBrie. After the untimely passing of original member Carlos Marin in 2021 from COVID-19, Labrie had been a featured guest on their Greatest Hits Tour from 2022 to present, and now has become the group’s fourth member.

“We’re very excited to come back to the U.S. on our upcoming holiday tour and are equally excited to announce Steven Labrie joining our group,” the group shares. “Il Divo is this beautiful tapestry of different colors, so finding a replacement for Carlos seemed like an impossible task. Steven was up to the challenge, though. He sent us a recording, and we were blown away. It’s a bit serendipitous. He was literally the exact same age we were when we started this 20 years ago. On opening night of any tour, we always had a ritual where we would shake hands and say, ‘Good luck. Here we go.’ During the first night of Greatest Hits Tour we started shaking hands out of habit, and Carlos wasn’t there. We finally let ourselves feel the emotion of loss. However, the tour was incredible. We thought about the experience we were having with audiences and this communion of feeling, and of being human. We realized it could be a real turning point. It was a shot in the arm, and it felt like there was more to be discovered for Il Divo.”

Il Divo is the most commercially successful classical crossover group in international music history since they first banded together in 2004. With more than 30 million albums sold, 160 Gold and Platinum albums in 33 countries, to their credit, Il Divo was the first Classical Crossover artist to have an album debut at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top 200 chart. Beyond enrapturing millions of fans in packed arenas and stadiums, their audience has consisted of historical figures and thought leaders and their presence has underscored momentous events, including the Summer Olympics, FIFA World Cup, Diamond Jubilee at Windsor and the Commander-in-Chief’s Ball, to name a few. With songs recorded in Spanish, Italian, French, Portuguese, Latin, English and Japanese, their catalog has impressively yielded global sales of 30 million-plus units with 50 No. 1 hits and 160 Gold and Platinum records throughout 35 countries. Il Divo’s collective of distinct voices and dynamic personalities have left an indelible imprint on music and culture.

Il Divo A New Day Holiday Tour Dates:

Nov 29 – Newport News, VA @ Ferguson Center for the Performing Arts Dec 1 – Lowell, MA @ Lowell Memorial Auditorium Dec 2 – Bethlehem, PA @ The Wind Creek Event Center Dec 3 – Westbury, NY @ NYCB Theatre at Westbury Dec 5 – Englewood, NJ @ Bergen Performing Arts Center Dec 6 – Morristown, NJ @ Mayo Performing Arts Center Dec 8 – Mashantucket, CT @ Foxwoods Resort Casino Dec 9 – Atlantic City, NJ @ Ovation Hall Dec 10 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Heinz Hall Dec 12 – Atlanta, GA @ The Fox Theatre Dec 13 – Montgomery, AL @ Montgomery Performing Arts Center Dec 15 – Austin, TX @ Bass Concert Hall Dec 16 – San Antonio, TX @ Tobin Center for the Performing Arts Dec 18 – Jacksonville, FL @ Florida Theatre Dec 19 – St. Petersburg, FL @ Mahaffey Theater Dec 20 – Sarasota, FL @ Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Dec 22 – Fort Lauderdale, FL @ Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Dec 23 – Naples, FL @ Artis-Naples

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Brainchild of Simon Cowell, Il Divo are an operatic vocal group formed of singers from Spain, Switzerland, France and the United States.

Following a growing appreciation of male voices in a classical style, SImon Cowell deeded to form a vocal group, to be signed to his record label, Syco Music. Following auditions, French pop singer Sébastien Izambard, Spanish baritone Carlos Marin, American tenor David Miller and Swiss tenor Urs Bühler were chosen to form the band, recreating the style of The Three Tenors.

The band started recording for their first album in 2004, as their self-titled debut. Recorded in Sweden, the album featured renditions of Sinatra's "My Way" and toni Braxton's "Unbreak My Heart." The album was a huge success, becoming certified multi-platinum and reaching number one on 13 countries around the world, top five in 25 countries.

Their second album, "Ancora" was released in 2005, becoming a number one hit in the UK and Australia within a week. In the US it entered the Billboard Charts at number one, selling over 150,000 copies in a week. The album included a duet with Céline Dion, on "I Believe in You" and a Spanish version of Secret Garden's "You Raise Me Up."

Il Divo have consistently released albums since the success of their first two, including a christmas album. Their 2008 record "The Promise" again reached number one in several countries and 2011's "Wicked Game" broke the top 20 in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Spain, Switzerland and the US.

In 2012, the band released a record of their greatest hits, before embarking on an international tour with Welsh star Katherine Jenkins.

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Classical music has seen somewhat of a mainstream crossover in recent years, which some would attribute to Simon Cowell and his love of showcasing the genre on his TV talent shows, providing platforms for artists such as Paul Potts.

One of Cowell's most prized classical possessions though did not come from one of these shows, but rather he put together to fill this new gap in the classical/mainstream crossover market. Enter, Il Divo. four rather handsome men from across the globe, with voices that blend together unbelievably smooth.

Cowell apparently spent a lot of time researching classical singers from across the world when looking for members of Il Divo. And despite only being together for the past decade or so, Sebastien, Carlos, David & Urs perform like they've been together for a lifetime.

Regulars in the touring game, I've had the chance to see Il Divo live a few times, with the most memorable performance being at the Royal Albert Hall back in 2012. Hearing the incredibly powerful vocals of this group within such an iconic venue, with some of the best acoustics on offer, was an experience that I will never forget.

Il Divo have changed people's perceptions of classical music as something that only the upper classes are knowledgeable of and enjoy, and their success in doing so is evidenced by worldwide album sales of 26 million.

Like him or loathe him, Simon Cowell has created a gem with Il Divo, who filled a gap in the market so well. I for one have already booked tickets to see them later this year at The o2 Arena in London and it is sure to be another unforgettable experience.

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It was the lovely enjoyable concert and the humor was not forgotten when Carlos was on state. However, there were few points that the organizers should take in concern: I arrived with taxi and the only entrance that did have somekind of signing was the Crown area. There were security personal on the way but non did not know where was the entrance for Red area? Since the security said that yep here...my taxi stop the meter and I paid. Then the another security personal said NO. Taxi was still there but it cost extra 12 AED to go another gate (no signs). Finally I made it in to Red area and went to byu food. The platter for two (sushi etc) was really dry and the seagrass around them too old and almost too hard to eat. Other than this it was a good idea to get them ready and have a quick service. After the meal I was looking for a place for the cigarette. There was no place with asthrey and the waitress told that you can smoke anywhere? There should have been dedicated area for smokers! The concert started and Il Divo group made all better except the sound system was terrible time to time. I came to hear singing not the drums... Those microphones were not set up since they voice were not balanced at the beginning. At the end I I can still say that Il Divo made my evening and the fabulous choice of songs left everyone in good mood. I would have loved to byu the after party ticket from the spot but it was not possible? I am sure it was not so full and at the end business is business and ticket sale is the sale even it is created at the spot.

El concierto fue simplemente maravilloso. Soy de México, y desde la primera vez que fueron en 2007 a CDMX los fui a ver en vivo... de ahí en adelante no he faltado nunca a sus conciertos... Excepto, en marzo del 2018... porque ese año estaba en trámites de mudarme/emigrar a Canadá. Y oh sorpresa!! Casualmente me vine a vivir a Montreal y a las pocas semanas de haber llegado aquí, me enteré que darían un concierto!!!

Fui la persona más feliz del mundo y en seguida compré mis boletos!!

El concierto me fascinó, las canciones fueron maravillosas, escucharlos hablar en inglés, español y francés fue genial!!! Ha sido un concierto único e innolvidable... (y eso que he ido a varios ya). El único comentario no tan positivo que tengo es que... el Teatro St-Denis no me gustó mucho... no me gustó que se podía ver el escenario tras bambalinas, vaya! por lomenos hubieran puesto cortinas... puedo asegurar que cualquier auditorio o teatro donde se han presentado en México ha sido mil veces más lindo que el teatro St-Denis aquí en Montreal.

En adición a eso... POR FAVOR!!! Asignen más fechas para conciertos de Il Divo en Montreal en un futuro próximo!!!

Gracias!! :)

I have been Il Divo fan since 2003. I went to 13 concerts in UK but also in Belgium and two in Paris few years ago. I cannot imagine my live without their music. For me, they are the most wonderful singers with unbelievable talent and charisma. I went to Meet & Greet few years ago as a special treat for my birthday. I adore Il Divo and I am so pleased for them and their worldwide success. Yesterdays, Timeless Tour concert in Cardiff was electrifying, with great involvement of the audience, standing ovation, a very memorable evening. The new repertoire of songs they have chosen are onr of my favourite songs. I loved every minute of this concert. They give absolutely 100 percent at every concert I have been too. Long live IL Divo. I love you Guys.

I saw Il Divo at the Rosemont Theater on October 22. They were great,amazing, specially when Sebastien sung in French, since I am French. I was hoping to connect with him, but was not seated at the right place. All of the songs I knew them.

The only thing that I didn't care for were the dancers. I would have liked better if Il Divo were performing alone. It sorts took them away from their performance.

It seemed the attention was more towards the dancers. After having said all that I still love them, I think they are great singers and would not mind seeing them again in the near future if they return to Chicago.

Not the greatest event. Only about a third of tickets sold and organisers did not adjust by moving those who were there closer to the stage. Consequently no real atmosphere. More a venue issue than a performer issue.

Performance was OK in view of the lack of atmosphere however the group seemed to cut down the second half of the show in response to this.

Lot of money to pay for a c90 minute performance

Enjoyed the Il Divo experience in San Antonio for the fourth time.. Wonderful..!!! Captivating .!! Charming ..!! I was so excited to enjoy their unique sound of music and amazing voices in person..one more time ..!!! So pleased & happy they have continued on … and hopefully will continue on for years to come… Thank you Il Divo.

Next to Andrea Bocelli, the greatest concert and show yet. Can't wait to see them again. Saw them 2 years ago in the same venue--They all get better with age especially David and Sebastian. Urs voice is absolutely fabulous. Carlos' voice is so strong and powerful, too.

Il Divo is an amazing group, they really sing with their souls. It was my 4th time watching these guys, and I still can do this for the next oportunities. Between past and present they perform an incredible love story.

Amazing show as always! Consummate gentlemen and entertainers. I never get tired of seeing and hearing them perform live. My sister had her dream come true when they invited her up on stage and they sang a song to her!

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IL DIVO announces ‘A New Day Holiday Tour’ in the U.S.: Celebrating music and legacy

The tour starts on november 29 at the prestigious ferguson center for the performing arts in newport news, virginia.

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IL DIVO, the multi-platinum classical crossover sensation, will spread holiday cheer to audiences across the United States with their highly anticipated “A New Day Holiday Tour.”

The tour starts on November 29 at the prestigious Ferguson Center for the Performing Arts in Newport News, Virginia. It will feature a captivating collection of holiday classics and timeless hits from their remarkable catalog.

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A Musical Extravaganza to Usher in the Holidays

As the chill of winter settles in, IL DIVO’s “A New Day Holiday Tour” promises to be a spectacular musical journey, radiating warmth and joy through the harmonious blend of their mesmerizing voices. From cherished holiday favorites like “It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas” and “It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” to the heartwarming rendition of “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas,” the quartet is set to create an enchanting atmosphere that captures the true essence of the festive season. The tour is scheduled to continue its spellbinding journey until December 23 in Naples, Florida, with additional dates yet to be announced.

A New Voice: Honoring the Past, Embracing the Future

In a poignant moment for IL DIVO and their devoted fans, the group announces a new addition to their lineup, Mexican American baritone Steven LaBrie . Following the untimely passing of original member Carlos Marin in 2021 due to COVID-19, LaBrie was a featured guest during the group’s “Greatest Hits Tour” from 2022 onwards.

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With his seamless integration into the quartet, IL DIVO now welcomes him as a full-fledged member. LaBrie’s rich and resonant baritone voice adds a new dimension to IL DIVO’s harmonies, honoring Marin’s legacy while embarking on a new chapter in the group’s illustrious history.

A Trailblazing Journey in Music

IL DIVO has had an impressive rise to fame since its formation in 2004. The quartet, made up of Urs Bühler (tenor) from Switzerland, Sébastien Izambard (tenor) from France, David Miller (tenor) from the United States, and Steven LaBrie (baritone), has redefined the classical crossover genre. Their music seamlessly transitions between languages, including English, Spanish, and Italian, and this has helped them to reach a global audience and overcome cultural barriers.

“Il Divo is this beautiful tapestry of different colors, so finding a replacement for Carlos seemed like an impossible task. Steven was up to the challenge, though. He sent us a recording, and we were blown away. It’s a bit serendipitous. He was literally the exact same age we were when we started this 20 years ago,” David says. “On opening night of any tour, we always had a ritual where we would shake hands and say, ‘Good luck. Here we go.’ During the first night of ‘Greatest Hits Tour’ we started shaking hands out of habit, and Carlos wasn’t there. We finally let ourselves feel the emotion of loss. However, the tour was incredible.”

Adding, “We thought about the experience we were having with audiences and this communion of feeling, and of being human. We realized it could be a real turning point. It was a shot in the arm, and it felt like there was more to be discovered for Il Divo.”

Their discography is diverse, featuring languages such as Spanish, Italian, French, Portuguese, Latin, English, and Japanese. As a result, they have sold over 30 million albums worldwide, an achievement that includes an impressive 50 No. 1 hits and 160 Gold and Platinum records across 35 countries. One of their most groundbreaking achievements was debuting at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top 200 chart, making them the first Classical Crossover artist to do so.

Beyond Music: A Cultural Phenomenon

IL DIVO has had a profound impact that goes beyond just their music. Their performances have resonated through legendary venues and stadiums, adding to the atmosphere of significant events like the Summer Olympics, FIFA World Cup, Diamond Jubilee at Windsor, and even the Commander-in-Chief’s Ball. Their talent has made a lasting impression on the cultural world, and their diverse collection of songs still touches young and old hearts.

With the beginning of their “A New Day Holiday Tour,” IL DIVO welcomes their fans to a one-of-a-kind experience that will stay with them forever. This tour is more than just a concert; it’s a tribute to the unyielding power of harmony, the growth of a rich musical heritage, and music’s ability to bring people closer, regardless of time and distance.

“A New Day Holiday Tour” Dates Are As Follows

• 11/29/23 Newport News, VA Ferguson Center for the Performing Arts
• 12/1/23 Lowell, MA Lowell Memorial Auditorium
• 12/2/23 Bethlehem, PA The Wind Creek Event Center
• 12/3/23 Westbury, NY NYCB Theatre at Westbury
• 12/5/23 Englewood, NJ Bergen Performing Arts Center
• 12/6/23 Morristown, NJ Mayo Performing Arts Center
• 12/8/23 Mashantucket, CT Foxwoods Resort Casino
• 12/9/23 Atlantic City, NJ Ovation Hall
• 12/10/23 Pittsburgh, PA Heinz Hall
• 12/12/23 Atlanta, GA The Fox Theatre
• 12/13/23 Montgomery, AL Montgomery Performing Arts Center
• 12/15/23 Austin, TX Bass Concert Hall
• 12/16/23 San Antonio, TX Tobin Center for the Performing Arts
• 12/18/23 Jacksonville, FL Florida Theatre
• 12/19/23 St. Petersburg, FL Mahaffey Theater
• 12/20/23 Sarasota, FL Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
• 12/22/23 Fort Lauderdale, FL Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
• 12/23/23 Naples, FL Artis-Naples

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The holidays are just around the corner.

To celebrate the occasion, Il Divo just announced their 15-concert ‘A New Day Holiday Tour’ with newly announced member Steven LaBrie from Nov. 29 through Dec. 23 this year.

Along the way, the classic crossover quartet will drop into Westbury, NY’s NYCB Theatre on Dec. 3, Englewood, NJ’s Bergen Performing Arts Center on Dec. 5, Morristown, NJ’s Mayo Performing Arts Center on Dec. 6 and Atlantic City, NJ’s Ocean Casino Resort on Dec. 9.

And if you want to see the internationally acclaimed group spread holiday cheer through song in English, Spanish and Italian live this year, you can pick up your tickets as early as today .

Although inventory isn’t available on Ticketmaster to catch LaBrie with David Miller, Sébastien Izambard and Urs Bühler until Friday, Aug. 25, fans who want to ensure they have tickets ahead of time can purchase on sites like Vivid Seats before tickets are officially on sale.

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Il Divo 2023 tour schedule

A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to buy tickets for all Il Divo concerts can be found below.

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Tragedy, unfortunately, befell the group in Dec. 2021.

On Dec. 19, 2021, one of the group’s founding members,  Carlos Marín , passed away after a two-week battle with  COVID-19 .

Since his untimely death, the group has enlisted the talents of Mexican-American baritone singer Steven LaBrie.

LaBrie, 35, toured with the group in 2022 and officially joined the group in August 2023, per a video announcement via Instagram .

According to the video, Il Divo is “recording (their) next album with beautiful songs” with LaBrie.

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Published on July 10th, 2023 | by Adrian Gunning

IL DIVO ANNOUNCE OCT/NOV 2023 AUSTRALIAN TOUR

TEG Dainty today announced that IL DIVO , the world’s leading classical crossover group, will make their long-awaited return to Australian stages, performing shows in 4 cities in October and November, 2023. These shows will mark the first performances by IL DIVO in this country since the tragic passing of Carlos Marín in 2021. After deciding ‘the show must go on’ in tribute to Marín, the remaining members of IL DIVO – Swiss tenor Urs Bühler, French pop artist Sébastien Izambard and American tenor David Miller – announced in January, 2022 that a guest vocalist, Steven LaBrie, would join the group and this Mexican-American baritone has toured with them ever since.

As an extra special treat for Australian audiences, IL DIVO have also invited world-renowned Neapolitan crooner, PATRIZIO BUANNE, to join the tour.

IL DIVO (& PATRIZIO BUANNE) will commence their Australian tour in Sydney on Tuesday 31st October before touring to Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide.

IL DIVO (& PATRIZIO BUANNE) 2023 AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATES

➢ Tuesday 31 October SYDNEY, Aware Super Theatre

➢ Thursday 2 November BRISBANE, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre

➢ Saturday 4 November MELBOURNE, Plenary

➢ Monday 6 November ADELAIDE, Adelaide Entertainment Centre

A Telstra Plus pre-sale runs from 9am Wednesday July 12 to 9am Friday July 14 (local time).

General Public tickets on sale from Monday July 17 at 10am (local time) at Ticketek

For all ticketing and tour information head to: www.tegdainty.com

Statement from IL DIVO: “We haven’t been to Australia in some time and are excited to come back to perform for our Aussie fans. Australia has always been a big supporter of Il Divo, and after all the tragedy of the last three years, we are beyond elated to return”.

Paul Dainty AO, President and CEO of TEG Dainty, said: “ IL DIVO, the most commercially successful, classical crossover group in international music history, are all set to entertain Australian audiences at the end of this year. Carlos Marín’s talent was immense and the whole world mourned his passing, but IL DIVO made a commitment to keep his memory alive by continuing to share the gift of their combined vocal ability with the world. And let’s not forget they’re also bringing ‘The Ambassador of Dolce Vita’, PATRIZIO BUANNE , along! This is one for the whole family.

First discovered and mentored by Simon Cowell in 2003, IL DIVO pioneered a unique classical-crossover blend of opera and pop music, which must be experienced live to be truly appreciated. Since then, IL DIVO have regularly blown away capacity crowds at arenas and stadiums all over the globe, and have also performed for former US presidents George Bush, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama as well as Queen Elizabeth II. The first classical crossover artists to have an album debut at #1 on Billboard’s Top 200 chart, IL DIVO have sold over 30 million records worldwide and accrued a staggering 160 Gold and Platinum album certifications (in 33 countries) as well.

The multinational quartet has also collaborated with some of the greatest singing voices of all time – including global superstars Celine Dion, Toni Braxton and Michael Ball – which is a further testament to IL DIVO ’s undeniable vocal virtuosity and exemplary reputation amongst their peers. The popular group’s enduring appeal has also, undoubtedly, made opera more accessible to mainstream audiences on a global scale.

PATRIZIO BUANNE

A regular visitor to our shores, PATRIZIO BUANNE has sold one-and-a-half million records in this country alone (and more than 10 million worldwide) and also achieved the near-impossible with a triple-Platinum certification in Australia. So much more than his well-publicised movie-star good looks and charisma, the Neapolitan crooner’s engaging stage presence and powerful voice – which effortlessly conveys authentic emotion – make him a live act not to be missed.

During these eagerly anticipated Australian shows, IL DIVO fans can expect to hear highlights from this top-tier multinational vocal group’s repertoire – many of which have rarely been performed live – alongside more well-known hits including ‘Regresa a Mi’ (Unbreak My Heart), the official song of the 2006 FIFA World Cup (‘The Time Of Our Lives’), ‘I Believe In You’ (Je crois en toi) and ‘Hola’ (their version of Adele’s smash hit ‘Hello’).

Singing songs in English, Italian, Spanish, French and Latin, IL DIVO will draw from their vast catalogue of songs that range from Schubert to showtunes, ABBA to Aznavour, Leonard Bernstein to Leonard Cohen and everything in between (including holiday songs and hymns).

There’s something extra special about experiencing operatic singing in a live setting and IL DIVO can’t wait to perform for their loyal legion of Australian fans again. Secure your tickets early to avoid disappointment.

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Il Divo Announce 2023 Australian Tour

By Jules LeFevre

Classical-contemporary crooners Il Divo will arrive in Australia for a run of shows later this year. Patrizio Buanne will also perform at all stops on the tour, which will begin on Tuesday, 31st October at the Aware Super Theatre in Sydney.

Dates in Brisbane, Melbourne, and finally Adelaide will follow, with the final show taking place on Monday, 6th November at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre. See below for all dates and ticketing details.

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It’ll be the group’s first Australian tour without Spanish baritone Carlos Marín, who died in late 2021 at age 53 from COVID-19 . Singer Steven Lebrie has since joined the band as a touring vocalist.

“It is with heavy hearts that we are letting you know that our friend and partner, Carlos Marín, has passed away,” the band announced at the time of Marín’s death. “He will be missed by his friends, family and fans. For 17 years, the four of us have been on this incredible journey of Il Divo together, and we will miss our dear friend.”

Il Divo’s most recent record was 2021’s Motown tribute album, For Once In My Life: A Celebration of Motown.

Il Divo 2023 Australian Tour

w/ special performance by Patrizio Buanne

• Tuesday, 31st October Sydney, Aware Super Theatre
• Thursday, 2nd November Brisbane, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
• Saturday, 4th November Melbourne, Plenary
• Monday, 6th November Adelaide, Adelaide Entertainment Centre

Tickets are on sale from Monday, 17th July via Ticketek/TEG Dainty . A Telstra pre-sale will run from Wednesday, 12th to Friday, 14th July.

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Boyz II Men, Bonnie Raitt, Jason Mraz: Meijer Gardens announces 2024 summer concert lineup

• Updated: Apr. 11, 2024, 8:16 a.m. |
• Published: Apr. 11, 2024, 6:00 a.m.

Attendees enjoy a summer concert at the Meijer Gardens outdoor amphitheater in July 2023. Provided by Meijer Gardens

• Audra Gamble | [email protected]

GRAND RAPIDS, MI — The long-awaited lineup for the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park’s 2024 summer concert series has dropped.

The annual summer concert series, spanning from early June through mid-August, will feature 33 unique concerts at the venue’s outdoor amphitheater.

The outdoor amphitheater at Meijer Gardens, 1000 East Beltline Ave. NE in Grand Rapids, has terraced lawn seating for 1,900 people.

“We are delighted to present another summer of world-class live music in the Frederik Meijer Gardens Amphitheater,” said Charles Burke, Meijer Gardens president and CEO.

“We’re extremely thankful to the entire Meijer family, Fifth Third Bank, Harvey Lexus of Grand Rapids, Corewell Health, Grand Rapids Symphony, the Steve and Amy Van Andel Foundation, and all our partners for their commitment in helping make this series possible and allowing us to welcome more people to experience the arts at Meijer Gardens.”

Based upon ticket prices, the most highly anticipated performances in the lineup are for Boyz II Men, Bonnie Raitt with James Hunter, and Jason Mraz.

Boyz II Men will perform at Meijer Gardens on Sunday, July 28, and tickets cost $130 presale and $135 for the general public. The second priciest concert on the list is Bonnie Raitt with James Hunter, who will perform on Wednesday, June 26. Tickets to see Raitt cost $99 presale and $104 for the general public.

RELATED: Here’s your complete list of Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park events for 2024

Jason Mraz rounds out the top three most expensive concerts, with $95 presale and $100 general public tickets for his Wednesday, July 17 performance.

Tickets go on sale for all 33 concerts for Meijer Gardens members at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 20. The members-only presale runs through 9 p.m. Friday, April 26, but several of the most anticipated performances will likely sell out quickly.

Last year, 20 out of the 30 concerts in the 2023 lineup sold out on the first day of members-only ticket sales.

Public ticket sales to non-members begin at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 27. There is a limit of six tickets per show.

Tickets will be available for purchase online at AXS.com . On top of the ticket prices, which vary per performer, a $10 per ticket fee and a 3% credit card fee is added per order. After purchase, tickets can be managed via the AXS mobile app. There will be a $15 processing fee for those who want their tickets mailed to them and a $6 processing fee for those who choose Will Call as their delivery method.

Bonnie Reitt will perform at Meijer Gardens in Grand Rapids this summer as part of the venue's summer concert series. Courtesy/Susan Weiand

This is a different ticketing website than the one Meijer Gardens used last year, which charged a flat $15 processing fee per order.

The ticketing system change comes after some Meijer Gardens members complained last year that they were unable to get tickets for the most popular performances after long waits on the ticketing system. Meijer Gardens later issued an apology for the ticketing issues its members experienced.

RELATED: Two-thirds of Meijer Gardens summer concerts sell out in one day. See which shows still have tickets.

Show start times vary, and all performances take place rain or shine, though weather delays are possible. Below is the complete lineup of the 2024 Meijer Gardens summer concert series, with ticket prices:

• Orville Peck with Durand Jones and Debbii Dawson, Wednesday, June 5: $57 presale | $60 member | $62 public
• Greensky Bluegrass, Sunday, June 9: $68 presale | $71 member | $73 public
• Tower of Power, Wednesday, June 12: $59 presale | $62 member | $64 public
• O.A.R., Thursday, June 20: $82 presale | $85 member | $87 public
• Little Feat + Los Lobos, Friday, June 21: $75 presale | $78 member | $80 public
• Black Pumas with Abraham Alexander, Sunday, June 23: $80 presale | $83 member | $85 public
• Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with Devon Gilfillian, Monday, June 24: $75 presale | $78 member | $80 public
• Bonnie Raitt with James Hunter, Wednesday, June 26: $99 presale | $102 member | $104 public
• Mat Kearney with Donovan Frankenreiter, Sunday, June 30: $54 presale | $57 member | $59 public
• My Morning Jacket, Monday, July 1: $77 presale | $80 member | $82 public
• Amos Lee with Mikaela Davis, Wednesday, July 3: $65 presale | $68 member | $70 public
• Old Crow Medicine Show with Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, Wednesday, July 10: $67 presale | $70 member | $72 public
• Bruce Hornsby with Grand Rapids Symphony, Thursday, July 11: $67 presale | $70 member | $72 public
• The Temptations + The Four Tops, Friday, July 12: $79 presale | $82 member | $84 public
• Jason Mraz, Wednesday, July 17: $95 presale | $98 member | $100 public
• The Wallflowers, Thursday, July 18: $45 presale | $48 member | $50 public
• Warren Haynes with Grand Rapids Symphony, Monday, July 22: $70 presale | $73 member | $75 public
• Charley Crockett, Wednesday, July 24: $60 presale | $63 member | $65 public
• Il Divo, Thursday, July 25: $69 presale | $72 member | $74 public
• Boyz II Men, Sunday, July 28: $130 presale | $133 member | $135 public
• Black Violin with Grand Rapids Symphony, Thursday, August 1: $65 presale | $68 member | $70 public
• Gin Blossoms + Toad the Wet Sprocket + Vertical Horizon, Monday, August 5: $78 presale | $81 member | $83 public
• Kansas, Thursday, August 8: $79 presale | $82 member | $84 public
• Andrew Bird + Amadou & Mariam, Friday, August 9: $63 presale | $66 member | $68 public
• Five For Fighting, Sunday, August 11: $53 presale | $56 member | $58 public
• Blues Traveler + Big Head Todd and the Monsters, Wednesday, August 14: $75 presale | $78 member | $80 public
• Grace Potter, Sunday, August 18: $55 presale | $58 member | $60 public
• Fitz and The Tantrums, Thursday, August 22: $55 presale | $58 member | $60 public
• Leslie Odom, Jr., Thursday, August 29: $70 presale | $73 member | $75 public
• Sierra Ferrell with Meredith Axelrod, Friday, September 6: $50 presale | $53 member | $55 public
• Michael Franti & Spearhead, Sunday, September 8: $65 presale | $68 member | $70 public
• Buena Vista Social Orchestra, Sunday, September 15: $50 presale | $53 member | $55 public
• Keb’ Mo’ + Shawn Colvin, Monday, September 16: $60 presale | $63 member | $65 public

For more information on the Meijer Gardens concert series, visit meijergardens.org/calendar/concerts .

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Powerball drawing for Saturday, April 6, 2024 held after lengthy delay. Check your tickets

Check your powerball tickets to see if you won saturday's $1.3 billion jackpot.

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The Powerball drawing was finally held early Sunday after a lengthy delay waiting for one lottery jurisdiction "to complete required pre-draw procedures."

Scheduled to be held at 10:59 p.m. Saturday, the drawing was finally held at 2:29 a.m. Sunday at the Florida Lottery draw studio. There's more on the delay below.

The lottery jackpot was an estimated $1.3 billion with a cash option of $608.9 million for Saturday night's drawing, according to the Powerball website . 

It is the fourth largest Powerball jackpot ever and the eighth largest in U.S. lottery history (see lists below).

The jackpot was last won on Jan. 1 when a lottery player in Michigan won the $842.4 million jackpot.

What are the 4/6/24 winning Powerball numbers?

Here are the Powerball winning numbers for Saturday, April 6, 2024:

22 - 27 - 44 - 52 - 69 and Powerball 9

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Why was the drawing delayed?

At 11:05 p.m., the Powerball posted on its website: "Tonight, we have one participating lottery that needs additional time to complete required pre-draw procedures, which have been enacted to protect the security and integrity of the Powerball game.

"Powerball game rules require that every single ticket sold nationwide be checked and verified against two different computer systems before the winning numbers are drawn. This is done to ensure that every ticket sold for the Powerball drawing has been accounted for and has an equal chance to win. Tonight, we have one jurisdiction that needs extra time to complete that pre-draw process."

At 1:05 a.m., the following update was posted on its website: "We continue to have one lottery that is in the process of completing the required pre-draw procedures. ... While a delay to tonight’s Powerball drawing is unfortunate, it means participating lotteries are following the game rules enacted to protect the integrity of the game. Every single ticket bought for Saturday’s Powerball drawing will be accounted for before the winning numbers are drawn."

When is the next Powerball drawing?

Powerball drawings are held three times a week - Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. Monday drawings were added in 2021.

More: Here's a look back at all 15 Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots won in 2023

How late can I buy Powerball tickets?

The deadline for purchasing Powerball ticket varies by state so don't wait until the last minute. The deadline in New Jersey is 9:59 p.m. on the day of the drawing, while New York's deadline is 10 p.m.

Click here is a complete list of Powerball ticket deadline times by state or jurisdiction.

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How do I play Powerball?

The cost is $2 per ticket, but you can add the Power Play for $1, which will increase the amount of your potential prize up to five times the original prize (except for the jackpot and Match 5). There is also a 10x Power Play possibility when the jackpot is less than $150 million.

Each player selects five numbers from 1 to 69 for the white balls and one number from 1 to 26 for the red Powerball. However, you can also have the lottery machine generate a quick pick ticket with random numbers for you.

Prizes vary from $4 for the matching the Powerball to $1 million for matching all five white balls (except in California) to the jackpot for matching all six balls. You can  check all the prize payouts on the Powerball website here.

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Where is the Powerball available?

You can play the game in 45 states plus the Washington DC, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. 

More: What would you do if you won the Powerball lottery? Survey answers might surprise you

Where can you buy lottery tickets?  

Tickets can be purchased in-person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets. 

You can also order tickets online through  Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network , in these U.S. states: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Washington D.C. and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to pick your lottery game and numbers, place your order, see your ticket and collect your winnings all using your phone or home computer.  

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How can I watch Powerball drawing?

The Powerball drawing is broadcast live on the lottery website at 10:59 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. You can watch the drawing by clicking here.

The drawing may be broadcast on a local television station in your market as well.

What are my odds of winning?

Playing the Powerball can be exciting, but just don't go spending those millions before you win.

The odds of winning the jackpot are 292,201,338-to-1.

The odds to match all five white balls are 11,688,053-to-1.

Unlucky?  Here are 13 crazy things more likely to happen than winning the lottery

Lump sum or annuity?

The major lotteries in the United States offer two jackpot payout options: annuity and cash.

The annuity option is paid out over time. There is an immediate payment and then 29 annual payments after that, increasing by 5% each year.

The cash option is significantly lower than the advertised jackpot, but it is paid in a lump sum. You don't have to wait decades for all the money.

Can I win jackpot and remain anonymous?

In some states, like New Jersey, you can win a lottery anonymously. That wasn't always the case, but now winners are able to stay anonymous under a law that was signed by Gov. Phil Murphy .  

In other states, a winner's name and hometown are a matter of public record. Check with your state lottery for more information.

Top 10 largest Powerball jackpots

Here are the Top 10 jackpots since  the Powerball lottery began in 1992:

• $2.04 billion,  Nov. 7, 2022: Won in California
• $1.765 billion,  Oct. 11, 2023: Won in California
• $1.586 billion, Jan. 13, 2016: Three winners in California, Florida, Tennessee
• $1.30 billion, April 6, 2024:
• $1.08 billion,  July 19, 2023: Won in California
• $842.4 million, Jan. 1, 2024: Won in Michigan
• $768.4 million,  March 27, 2019: Won in Wisconsin
• $758.7 million, Aug. 23, 2017: Won in Massachusetts
• $754.6 million,  Feb. 6, 2023: Won in Washington
• $731.1 million,  Jan. 20, 2021: Won in Maryland

What was largest U.S. lottery jackpot ever?

Here's a look at the top jackpots won in the United States, between the Powerball and the Mega Millions lotteries:

• $2.04 billion, Powerball , Nov. 7, 2022: Won in California
• $1.765 billion, Powerball,  Oct. 11, 2023: Won in California
• $1.602 billion,  Mega Millions, Aug. 8, 2023: Won in Florida
• $1.586 billion, Powerball, Jan. 13, 2016: Three winners in California, Florida, Tennessee
• $1.537 billion, Mega Millions,  Oct. 23, 2018: Won in South Carolina
• $1.348 billion,  Mega Millions, Jan. 13, 2022: Won in Maine
• $1.337 billion, Mega Millions,  July 29, 2022: Won in Illinois
• $1.30 billion, Powerball, April 6, 2024:
• $1.128 billion, Mega Millions , March 26, 2024: Won in New Jersey
• $1.08 billion, Powerball , July 19, 2023: Won in California
• $1.05 billion, Mega Millions,  Jan. 22, 2021: Won in Michigan
• $842.4 million, Powerball, Jan. 1, 2024: Won in Michigan
• $768.4 million, Powerball,  March 27, 2019: Won in Wisconsin
• $758.7 million, Powerball, Aug. 23, 2017: Won in Massachusetts
• $754.6 million, Powerball:  Feb. 6, 2023: Won in Washington
• $731.1 million,, Powerball,  Jan. 20, 2021: Won in Maryland
• $699.8 million, Powerball,  Oct. 4, 2021: Won in California
• $687.8 million, Powerball, Oct. 27, 2018: Two winners in Iowa, New York
• $656 million, Mega Millions, March 30, 2012: Three winners in Illinois, Kansas, Maryland 
• $648 million, Mega Millions, Dec. 17, 2013: Two winners in California, Georgia

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