NIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 06/07/10 -- Legendary rock band Styx will play three shows at Fallsview Casino as part of the September 2010 concert line-up. The 70's group which became famous for hits such as "Come Sail Away" and "Crystal Ball" will perform September 30, October 1 and October 2.
September's line-up kicks off with Songwriter's Night, an intimate evening of popular country hits performed by songwriters Al Anderson, Bob DiPiero, Tom Nichols, Jeffrey Steele and Craig Wiseman. This talented group will play two shows on September 3 and 4.
Timeless entertainer Tony Orlando will entertain audiences with classic favourites for a pair of concerts on September 9 and 10. Continuing with its International Series, the Avalon Theatre welcomes Italian stars Paolo Belli and Orietta Berti for two nights, September 11 and 12.
Returning to the Avalon Theatre is the high energy show Spirit of the Dance. This international production features Irish dance at its best and will have audiences tapping their feet for a 10-day performance run, September 17 to 26.
The complete September 2010 concert schedule is as follows:
Songwriter's Night Friday, September 3 Saturday, September 4 Showtime: 9pm, doors open at 8pm Tickets start at $20 Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Reba, Vince Gill and so many more have all had hits written by five of Nashville's most successful songwriters. Now experience Al Anderson, Bob DiPiero, Tim Nichols, Jeffrey Steele and Craig Wiseman live in an intimate setting, as they perform the hits they have written and tell you the stories that inspired each one. Tony Orlando Thursday, September 9 Showtime: 8:30pm, doors open at 7:30pm Friday, September 10 Showtime: 9pm, doors open at 8pm Tickets start at $30 Legendary, Tony Orlando performs your favourites, such as: "Tie A Yellow Ribbon 'Round The Ole Oak Tree", "Candida", "Knock Three Times", "Say, Has Anybody Seen My Sweet Gypsy Rose" and "He Don't Love You (Like I Love You)". Paolo Belli & Orietta Berti Saturday, September 11 Showtime: 9pm, doors open at 8pm Sunday, September 12 Showtime: 7pm, doors open at 6pm Tickets start at $75 Well known band leader and television personality on Ballando con le Stelle, Paolo Belli, along with singing legend Orietta Berti, take the stage with a 16 piece band to perform hits such as: Paolo Belli: "Sotto Questo Solo" and "Juve, storia di un grande amore"; Orietta Berti: "Io Tu e Le Rose" and "Fin Che La Barca Va". Spirit of the Dance September 17 - 26 Monday & Tuesday Showtime: 8:30pm Wednesday & Thursday Showtime: 3pm Friday Showtimes: 9pm Saturday Showtimes: 3pm & 9pm Sunday Showtimes: 3pm & 7pm Tickets start at $20 Irish in Origin and bursting with raw energy, "Spirit of the Dance" is a foot-stomping international production featuring a spectacular blend of traditional culture that has thrilled audiences all over the world. Styx Thursday, September 30 Showtime: 8:30pm, doors open at 7:30pm Friday, October 1 Saturday, October 2 Showtime: 9pm, doors open at 8pm Tickets start at $40 Classic Rock legends take the stage to perform such hits as: "Blue Collar Man", "Come Sail Away", "Crystal Ball", "Renegade", "Lady" and "Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man)".
Tickets to the September 2010 shows at Fallsview Casino will be available beginning at noon on Friday, June 11, at the Fallsview Casino Box Office (on any show date) or at all Ticketmaster outlets, by calling Ticketmaster at 1-877-833-3110 or by visiting www.ticketmaster.ca. Media organizations interested in photographs of any of the artists performing at Fallsview Casino Resort may obtain them by visiting www.fallsviewcasinoresort.com and clicking on "Media Centre."
Built on a cliff overlooking the world-famous Horseshoe Falls, Fallsview Casino Resort is one of the largest and most elegant gaming resort facilities in Canada and the crown jewel in Niagara's stunning array of wonders. In addition to the intimate, 1,500-seat Avalon Theatre, Fallsview features a casino with over 3,000 slot machines and 142 gaming tables, a 374-room luxury hotel, a full-service spa and fitness centre, dozens of dining and shopping options and over 30,000 square feet of meeting and convention space.
Contacts:
Fallsview Casino Resort
Elaine Christenson
Communications
Direct: 905-371-7538
echristenson@fallsviewcasinoresort.com
