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Michael Feinstein Takes Stage at the Lyric May 9 to Benefit Myerberg Center

Michael Feinstein will perform his one-man show, "The Gershwins and Me," at the Lyric Opera House on Thursday, May 9, 2013 at 7:30 p.m.

 

“The Gershwins and Me” features evening of anecdotes and melodies celebrating the iconic Gershwins and the music that defined the American songbook

Michael Feinstein, the multi-platinum-selling, five-time Grammy-nominated entertainer, will perform his one-man show, “The Gershwins and Me,” at the Lyric Opera House on Thursday, May 9, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. Through story and song, the “Ambassador of the Great American Songbook” will share his personal account of his time spent as a protégé of the legendary composer Ira Gershwin. Proceeds from the event will benefit the nonprofit Edward A. Myerberg Center, which provides educational programs and social services for thriving older adults in Baltimore.

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At just 20-years old, Michael Feinstein received the chance of a lifetime to work with his hero, the legendary Ira Gershwin. During the last six years of Gershwin’s life, Feinstein served as his personal archivist and friend. This relationship gave him a glimpse into the life of the great composer and inspired him to bring classic music and culture to audiences around the world.

Based on his popular 2012 book, Feinstein’s performance takes the audience on a journey through the chronicle of his life with the Gershwins and the iconic music that withstands the test of time. Feinstein will offer the audience his first-hand tales of the titans of American culture as he sings his version of classic Gershwins songs.

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The event will also honor local philanthropist and long-time supporter of the Myerberg Center, Sandra R. Hittman, for her service to the community.

The performance will be held at the Modell Performing Arts Center at the Lyric, 140 West Mount Royal Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21201.

General admission tickets start at $50 and are available through Ticketmaster, the Lyric box office or the Myerberg Center. VIP tickets are also available; and VIP ticket holders will enjoy priority seating, a post-performance dessert reception and book signing with Michael Feinstein. For more information, call the Myerberg Center at 410-358-6856 or e-mail tickets@myerberg.org.

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