Blue Ridge PBS Viewers Welcome International Stars

Orla Fallon

Celtic Woman is coming back to the Roanoke Valley in March 2011, returning just one year after launching their nationwide tour here with three shows. The demand for this world-famous musical group continues to grow, and is attracting more international talent to the region. Live performances in 2011 include Cirque du Soleil, Celtic Crossroads, Celtic Thunder and former Celtic Woman member Órla Fallon, who is on a solo tour. Blue Ridge PBS has exclusive tickets for all, available with special pledges during the station’s Winter Festival.

“We’re getting an enthusiastic response from so many people in the Blue Ridge region who appreciate the chance to see internationally renowned performers right here in the Roanoke Valley,” said James Baum, Blue Ridge PBS president and CEO. “There really are some great live entertainment opportunities coming to our region, and Blue Ridge PBS has the best seats available.”

Celtic Woman, which is currently touring Europe, recently announced the addition of new vocalist Lisa Lambe, who will be with the group for its Salem Civic Center performance on March 2, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. Lambe is a renowned Irish actress and vocalist who has starred in numerous title roles in top theatrical productions throughout Ireland, Europe and the United Kingdom. Blue Ridge PBS has exclusive tickets to the group’s local show. Orla Fallon is also coming to the region on April 3, 2011 for a show at the Roanoke Performing Arts Theatre.

Other Winter Festival highlights include Cirque du Soleil, which is bringing its acrobatics and artistry to Roanoke in the spring for a production of Alegría. Blue Ridge PBS has exclusive tickets to the troupe’s Roanoke performances on May 4 and 5, 2011, available by visiting BlueRidgePBS.org or tuning in to watch “Flowers in the Desert.” This new program features performances from six of Cirque du Soleil’s spectacular shows in Las Vegas. All Cirque pledges are also being entered into a special drawing for two VIP tickets to see Cirque du Soleil in Las Vegas, along with two nights at a resort hotel.

Tickets are also available to see Celtic Crossroads, the featured musical group for Roanoke St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. The group, comprised of nine world-class musicians playing more than 20 instruments, captivates audiences with a wonderful fusion of musical genres including European gypsy, North American bluegrass, world classical and jazz and the various forms of Celtic music. Special Blue Ridge PBS pledges are available for tickets and an opportunity to meet with the members of Celtic Crossroads.

The parade of Irish stars continues with Celtic Thunder, coming back to the Roanoke area. Two vocalists from the group will be live in the Blue Ridge PBS studio on March 2011. The lads will be meeting with fans and talking about their Roanoke-area concert planned for the fall of 2011. Tickets for this unique studio event are extremely limited.

Visit BlueRidgePBS.org for more pledge and ticket information, as well as updated Winter Festival schedules.

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