Corry headlines Dundonald concert

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One of Northern Irelands most gifted vocalists, Peter Corry, is performing at a special concert in Dundonald on June 12.

Peter has travelled the globe with his unique sound and timeless classics. His astonishing talent spans the great musicals, opera, rock, jazz and the haunting melodies of his native Isle. Having starred in Night of 1,000 Stars at the Royal Albert Hall and performing in The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Peters musical gift was quickly recognised and he presented his own TV series, The Peter Corry Show with BBC Northern Ireland, singing alongside a host of international personalities. His passion for his subject has placed him in demand for numerous chat shows both in Ireland and the UK.

A superb vocal range complemented Peters casting in the opera productions of Cosi fan tutte, as Guglielmo, The Marriage of Figaro as Figaro and The Beggars Opera as Captain MacHeath.

Peter spent three years in the formidable role of Inspector Javert, which he made his own in the West End, and then the UK tour of the Schonbert and Boubil's hit, Les Miserables.

His dream during those years was to take the music of Les Mis to the people of Ireland and in 2001 internationally renowned producer, Cameron Macintosh gave permission for only the second time ever and entrusted Peter with the production of this major event in a concert version performed at Belfasts, Odyssey Arena playing to over 15,000 people.

Following on from the sell out success of the initial Odyssey production and having had a taste of the challenge and satisfaction of producing a major musical extravaganza, Peters company, PC Productions in October 2002 Peter brought One Enchanted Evening to delighted audiences once again at the magnificent Odyssey venue. A glittering array of stars from Broadway, the West End and beyond including Joanna Ampil and Barbara Dickson shared the stage with Peter and a breathtaking choir of 850! Peter also appeared at the Odyssey Arena in 2004, taking the lead role in the premiere of On Eagles Wing. In 2007 he again returned to the Odyssey Arena to perform in The Night of 1000 Voices along with Sir James Galway and David Essex.

Peter has also pleased his large and loyal fan base with 10 memorable albums.

Joining Peter on June 12 at the special concert in Dundonald Elim will be the very popular local singer Karen Marsden.

The event has been organised in aid of Marie Curie.

It is sure to be a memorable evening, filled with superb music and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Tickets are available by calling 07711 872204 or 07971 105224 or emailing: gme@freeola.com