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André Rieu Appears Before Queen Elizabeth. Rieu Performs for 12 Million Viewers at The
Royal Variety Performance
BLACKPOOL, Dec. 9 /PRNewswire-AsiaNet/ --
Along with Lady Gaga, Michael Bublé and Mika, André Rieu performed in The
Royal Variety Performance. With his appearance before as many as 12 million
viewers, Rieu has firmly established himself in England.
The Royal Variety Performance is an annual gala evening, which, ever
since it was established in 1912, is traditionally attended by members of the
British Royal Family. Consequently, Rieu had the opportunity to perform in
the presence of Queen Elizabeth II and her husband Prince Phillip. The event
was held in The Opera House Theatre in Blackpool.
The Royal Variety Performance is an evening full of entertainment, with
performances by popular artists. Rieu therefore shared the stage with artists
such as Bette Midler, Lady Gaga, Katherine Jenkins, Anastacia, Michael Bublé,
Miley Cyrus (Hannah Montana), Mika and the cast of Sister Act with Whoopi
Goldberg. The popular English comedian Peter Kay was the host.
Michael Bublé, Whoopi Goldberg and Queen Elizabeth spoke well about
Rieu's performance. "I enjoyed his performance a lot and have told André that
I will come to see his show in New York in June."
Whoopi Goldberg said.
"A performance for the Queen of England and having the opportunity to
share the stage with such great stars in front of more than 12 million
viewers, which is an enormous honour. This is a new milestone in my career!"
said Rieu, who had the opportunity to talk to Queen Elizabeth; "I shook her
hand and spoke to her shortly. She was very friendly and told me that she
enjoyed the beautiful melodies a lot".
On December 16, The Royal Variety Performance will be broadcast on
British TV and will draw an estimated 12 million viewers. In October 2010,
André Rieu will be making a 7-concert tour through Australia and New Zealand
with his orchestra.
TOUR DATA ANDRÉ RIEU 2010
17 Oct 2010 Melbourne Rod Laver Arena
19 Oct 2010 Adelaide Adelaide Entertainment Center
22 Oct 2010 Auckland Vector Arena
24 Oct 2010 Christchurch Westpac Arena
26 Oct 2010 Brisbane Brisbane Entertainment Center
29 Oct 2010 Newcastle Newcastle Entertainment Center
31 Oct 2010 Sydney Acer Arena
SOURCE: Andre Rieu Studios
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