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Saturday, March 20, 2010 at 8:00 PM
Andy Cooney's Forever Irish
Starring Andy Cooney
Also featuring Celtic Folk Artist Kate
Purcell,
and special guest Ireland's New King of
Blarney George Casey, with Darrah Carr Dance

Andy Cooney with
his outstanding voice and dynamic stage presence has always been a favorite
among American and Irish audiences everywhere. His talent and versatility
provide the ability to deliver a song directly to the hearts of his
audience. Being christened “Irish America’s Favorite Son” by The New York
Times , is a title he truly deserves. Andy Cooney and his guests will
entertain their audiences with a celebration of happiness that makes
memories last forever.
Featured in Andy
’s concerts will be The King of Blarney , George Casey . Direct from the
west of Ireland, George has proved over the span of his 30-year career that
his self-deprecating sense of humor and harmless barbs play well to any
audience. George has performed at Caesars Palace, The Sahara, and is a
regular act at The Riviera Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. George now lives
in Branson MO, where he works regularly with many renowned stars. He has
also many times been featured on tour with Bobby Vinton.
Forever Irish will
also feature Kate Purcell , one of Ireland’s foremost folk artists. Her
fresh and engaging way with a song will immediately capture and thrill the
audience. Growing up with musicians such as Fiddle virtuoso Martin Hayes ,
as neighbors, Kate ’s early influences were mainly Irish Folk. She also
developed a love for contemporary styles particularly a blend of Blues and
American Country. She has played extensively around Ireland at venues
ranging from Arts Centres to major Concert Halls and has opened for, and
played with, most of the major acts on the Irish touring circuit.
Darrah Carr Dance
will be on this tour. The past decade has seen an explosion of popularity
for Irish dance. These exciting dancers are sure to dazzle the audience with
traditional Irish step and contemporary modern dance, a great combination
providing a meeting place for the cultures of Ireland and America.
Andy also
surrounds himself with the finest musicians lead by Musical Director Brian
Moran , a most accomplished musician from New York. Andy ’s band will
feature Mitch Reilly on flute and whistles, percussionist Jimmy Kelly and
guitarist Colm Graham .
Come enjoy the
spirit of St. Patrick’s Day as Andy Cooney and his bright stars celebrate
being Irish in the best country in the entire world.
TICKET PRICE:
$29–$69
TO BUY TICKETS:
Call or visit the PTPA Box Office or
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