Itzhak Perlman In the Fiddler’s House A Celebration of his 80th Birthday
Photo credit: The Temple Theater
New York, NY — Iconic violinist Itzhak Perlman will celebrate his 80th birthday with In the Fiddler’s House at the Beacon Theatre on Monday, September 29 at 7:30PM. Widely celebrated as one of the greatest living virtuosos, Mr. Perlman will take the stage with an extraordinary ensemble of the world’s top klezmer musicians—including Hankus Netsky, Andy Statman, and members of the Klezmatics, the Klezmer Conservatory Band, and Brave Old World. Together, they’ll deliver a joyful, spirited performance that bridges tradition and celebration—a once-in-a-lifetime musical event that promises to be nothing short of unforgettable. Tickets are $52, $67, $89, $127, $187, $367 and $1,007 and will be available on www.ticketmaster.com starting on Friday, August 1 at 10:00AM.
Undeniably the reigning virtuoso of the violin, Itzhak Perlman enjoys superstar status rarely afforded a classical musician. Beloved for his charm and humanity as well as his talent, he is treasured by audiences throughout the world who respond not only to his remarkable artistry but also to his irrepressible joy for making music.
Having performed with every major orchestra and at concert halls around the globe, Mr. Perlman was granted a Presidential Medal of Freedom – the Nation’s highest civilian honor – by President Obama in 2015, a National Medal of Arts by President Clinton in 2000 and a Medal of Liberty by President Reagan in 1986. Mr. Perlman has been honored with 16 GRAMMY® Awards, four Emmy Awards, a Kennedy Center Honor, a Presidential Medal of Freedom, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and a Genesis Prize.
“It’s hard to believe it’s been 30 years since Fiddler’s House was first released and broadcast! This project has meant so much to me – sharing music that’s deeply personal, with incredible friends and musicians. I’m so touched it is still being celebrated all these years later and that we’ll have this wonderful chance to be together again,”
said Mr. Perlman
“We were very proud to get the call from Mr. Perlman to produce this 80th birthday party concert near his home at the Beacon Theatre. Celebrating the 30th anniversary of In The Fiddler’s House and congregating the best Klezmer artists in the world on one stage will make it a night to remember,” said City Winery founder Michael Dorf.
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About City Winery
City Winery was founded in New York City in 2008 by Michael Dorf to deliver a unique combined culinary and cultural experience to urban wine enthusiasts. Each City Winery offers intimate concerts, food and wine seminars, private event spaces, upscale dining, and a fully functioning winery. Today, City Winery has physical locations in New York, Chicago, Nashville, Atlanta, Boston, Philadelphia, Pittsburg, St. Louis and Hudson Valley. There are also three other concepts run by the company: City Vineyard at Pier 26, City Winery at Rockefeller Center, and City Winery Chicago at the Riverwalk.
Produced by City Winery, Metropolitan Entertainment, Park Avenue Artists and Primo Artists