SHIPPENSBURG, PA (December 6, 2010) - The H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center at Shippensburg University presents the reunited trio, THE IRISH TENORS in their "Reunion Christmas" concert Sunday, December 19, 2010 at 7 p.m. Reserved tickets are $55, $49, $44, and $35 and can be purchased by calling the Luhrs Center Box Office at 717.477.SHOW (7469) or online at www.luhrscenter.com. Seating availability is limited.
The Irish Tenors line-up of Finbar Wright, Anthony Kearns, and Ronan Tynan is reunited for an exclusive 12 date tour this Christmas holiday season. This is The Irish Tenors combination that mesmerized audiences with their highly successful PBS specials, including the ground breaking Ellis Island Project that sold a million CDs and DVDs."It will be exciting to hear the three voices live together again - it is a unique sound which will undoubtedly recreate the magic that has made The Irish Tenors special from the very beginning!," said Finbar Wright.
This Christmas season audiences are invited to witness the magic, music and humor of The Irish Tenors, whose harmony both musical and personal has thrilled so many in the past. The onstage chemistry of this unique combination is sure to stir hearts and emotions, recapturing that rare mix which sparked a phenomenal success. Known as Ireland's musical ambassadors of its rich musical tradition, their passionate and emotionally charged performances have touched the hearts of millions around the world. The Irish Tenors most recent Christmas CDs are ‘We Three Kings' and ‘The Irish Tenors Christmas' and feature songs such as Winter Wonderland, White Christmas, Fairytale of New York, I'll Be Home For Christmas and, of course, Silent Night. The television special, Ellis Island Project will run on PBS stations in select tour markets.
The Irish Tenors have sold out shows in Radio City Music Hall and Carnegie Hall for multiple nights, as well as outdoor arenas such as Chastain Park and Wolftrap, among others. As a result, The Irish Tenors has been recognized as one of the most successful touring acts in America. Their worldwide success has spawned many imitators. But make no mistake: there is only one group with the impeccable harmonies, the lush orchestration, the international following, the endurance, class, and sheer talent of The Irish Tenors!
For performance tickets and information, call the Luhrs Center Box Office at 717.477.SHOW (7469) or visit the Luhrs Center website at www.luhrscenter.com. A group discount is available for groups of 20 or more for most events.
About the H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center at Shippensburg University
The mission of the H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center at Shippensburg University is to support and enhance the University's role in academic and cultural enrichment for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The Luhrs Center's 1,500-seat state-of-the-art Grove Theatre is where programs to educate, enlighten and entertain are presented. Benefits of the Center to the region include expanding opportunities to participate in a wide range of cultural programming including full-scale Broadway companies, musical groups, symphonies, dance troupes and internationally known speakers. In addition, it adds options for professional training programs, youth programs and senior citizen programs; attracts regional and national business conferences, professional meetings and planning sessions; and additional visitors to the area which will result in a positive impact on the local and regional economy.
