When
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Where
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Memories
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Wednesday,
January 11, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
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Thursday,
January 12, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
January 13, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
January 14, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Saturday,
January 14, 2006
(10:00 PM) |
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Wednesday,
January 18, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
January 21 (10:00 PM): I sat in Stage Right, Row BB, Seat 8, not knowing who Barry was, [only] that all my life people said I look like him. Well all I can say is WOW! He blew me away!! Best show I've ever seen and I now [know] all his songs. I'm happy now when people say I look like him. Thanks, Barry. You're the best! - Danny Rhoten (Fargo, ND) (2/4/2006) January 18: Who would have thought my second time to see Barry would be better than the first? Wow! We had excellent seats. My husband and I were in Section M-3 Seat 55 & 57 which is the aisle. We got a very good view when he was at Rock Bottom side. When he sang "Unchained Melody" major goose bumps broke out! This is also the first time I learned that he was doing the Greatest Songs of the Fifties which I could not wait to purchase when it was released (bought 4 copies!). When he started singing "Venus" the crowd went wild, and then who was walking down to the stage but none other than Frankie Avolon! What a surprise! The croud just screamed and went wild. It was such a fantastic show! It was over too fast. As Barry says in the Music and Passion DVD, "Time flies when your havin' fun, man!" Barry if you ever read this I want to say thank you for your music and how you have changed people's lives. I enjoy other singer/songwriters but I have to say that NO ONE'S music has EVER touched me the way your music touches me. Please don't ever stop making your music! - Karen Roach (Columbus, OH) (4/23/2006) Highlights (1/18/2006): It's A Miracle / Mandy/Could It Be Magic / I Made It Through The Rain / Here's To Las Vegas (Intro) / A Very Strange Medley (State Farm, McDonald's) / Studio Musician / Can't Smile Without You / Bandstand Boogie / Venus (with special guest Frankie Avalon) / Love Is A Many Splendored Thing / Unchained Melody / Brooklyn Blues / Do You Know Who's Livin' Next Door / Come Monday / They Dance - Medley (Boogie Wonderland, Hot Stuff, Signed Sealed Delivered (I'm Yours), They Dance (Reprise)) / Brooklyn Blues (Reprise) / Are You Lonesome Tonight / Somewhere Down The Road / I Write The Songs / Copacabana (I See You Baby mix) + encore / It's A Miracle (Reprise) [ Manilow TV Episode #157 aired January 2023 ] |
Thursday,
January 19, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
January 20, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
January 21, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Saturday,
January 21, 2006
(10:00 PM) |
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Wednesday,
February 15, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
February 15: Can't believe I had to go nearly 20 years between shows (first saw Barry in Milwaukee, June 30, 1985), but he was just as good as I remembered. I am definitely going again! - Laura (of Minnesota) (3/8/2006) [What I liked was the] Pure Magic Passion Music Atmosphere and the energy that Barry puts into his performances, and the way he sings and [arranges] the music and lyric in the songs, thinking it is you he is only singing too, whether in front of 40,000 (like Blenheim Palace 1983) or in Vegas with only 1500. - Bev Mitchell (Essex, England) |
Thursday,
February 16, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
February 17, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
February 18, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Saturday,
February 18, 2006
(10:00 PM) |
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Wednesday,
February 22, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
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Thursday,
February 23, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
February 24, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
February 25, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Saturday,
February 25, 2006
(10:00 PM) |
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Wednesday,
March 1, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
What I liked about the show was Barry's charm, childish smile, and sometimes his sadness, which makes that want to take him in my arms; also, his very beautiful blue eyes and his very professional orchestra. Bravo, Barry Manilow! Your show is fantastic. I'll return this year with many friends from France! - Michele Cond (of France) (3/10/2006) March 4 (late show): This Las Vegas show was awesome! Because I've been a huge Fanilow since I was about five. My mom got us tickets for my 21st birthday. We flew the whole way from Pennsylvania to Las Vegas for the weekend just to see Barry. By the time the concert started at 10:00 PM, we had already been up 22 hours. We were completely exhausted, but that didn't stop us Manilooneys! We screamed, cried, and somehow managed to sing along to every song from the first row in the balcony. I've got to say, I love the Mayflower album and I am so thrilled that he includes that in his show. It was quite a different experience, but still a great one. My favorite part had to have been when Barry climbed onto the suspended stage. He was literally only 20 feet away from us. I swear I almost fell over the balcony in disbelief! It was great to see him for my 8th time and I hope there are many more to come! Viva (Barry in) Las Vegas!! - Jennifer Cole (Hollidaysburg, PA) (3/10/2006) March 3: I saved up for this concert for about a year. The show was outstanding! I feel Barry has saved my life over the years with his music. He's gotten me through sexual abuse in my teenage years, suicide, life saving surgery, and past relationships. I'm hoping to get to see his show in NYC coming up in January. I'm saving again for his Vegas show. Hopefully I can get to see him again soon! YOU'RE A LIFE SAVER FOR ME, BARRY! - Sandy (of New Jersey) (11/19/2006) |
Thursday,
March 2, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
March 3, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
March 4, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Saturday,
March 4, 2006
(10:00 PM) |
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Wednesday,
March 15, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
March 18 (7:30 PM): It was my 44th birthday. My friend and I had front row seat tickets. The show was absolutely fabulous! The set and music were awesome and Barry looked fantastic and sang beautifully. My favorite part of the show was the Dew Drop Inn sequence because he performed "Studio Musician" which was only on his LIVE album from the '70s. I quietly sang every word as I blinked back tears. I so love the lyrics because my husband is a musician and he will never realize fame or recognition, but he plays anyway for the sheer pleasure of it.
At the end, when Barry shook the hands of everyone in the front row... time stood still for me, just for a moment, when those big blues eyes locked with mine as he shook my hand. That brief connection was something so special. I know he won't remember and probably didn't notice, but I'll remember it, always. Yeah - that was the BEST birthday celebration I've EVER had. So lovely to see everyone so up close and personal. Happy Birthday to me! Thanks to Barry, his awesome backup singers, and his marvelous band! His music has been the soundtrack of my life and my inspiration. - Kathleen Bell (Garden Grove, California) (3/20/2006, 5/10/2015) March 17: The concert was wonderful as always. I sat in front row with Platinum Package. I got to meet Barry in person and had a chance to talk to him up close. He is such a wonderful person and very interesting to talk to. Barry made me feel so at ease and comfortable. I have always been afraid of flying and this time I was by myself. But it was worth every minute knowing I was going to meet Barry and see a wonderful concert. I have been to several Barry concerts and Music and Passion is so spectacular. I will never forget that night! I look forward to seeing more of Barry's Music and Passion concerts. Barry is truly a gentleman and a wonderful performer. - Karen Shegogue (Jacksonville, FL) (7/7/2006) Waited 12 years to see him and it was worth the wait! The man is a legend. Counting the days to go again!! - Sarah (of Liverpool, England) (9/11/2006) March 18: What I loved about the concert was that I got to shake hands with Barry for the first time. I will be attending my 55th concert on August 3, 2012 in Indianapolis. Just Love Barry !! - Judy Snyder (Delaware, Ohio) (6/24/2010, 7/24/2012) March 15 highlights: See The Show Again / Are You Lonesome Tonight / Unchained Melody / Venus |
Thursday,
March 16, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
March 17, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
March 18, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Saturday,
March 18, 2006
(10:00 PM) |
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Wednesday,
March 22, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
March 25 (late show): This is the Best Show in Vegas!! This was my third concert in one year. If I went to a zillion of Barry's concerts, I would still be in amazement of the most beautiful man in music, ever! I was sitting on the stage, second row, first seat and at times five feet from Barry, the closest I have ever been to him. It took all of my will not to jump over the first row (The lucky jacket lady was sitting right in front of me) and just hug him! This was also my "birthday eve" and it was a perfect one, except it was over [too soon]. Barry is THAT great and amazing. I have a platinum package ticket for June 30th ... Hope I don't faint when I actually see him! His stay at the Las Vegas Hilton has been extended, I hope forever! I will see him as many times as I possibly can!! With my deepest admiration and gratitude and love - Sandy Devine (El Paso, TX) (4/3/2006) March 25: My wife and I celebrated our anniversary at Music and Passion and sat in the Front Row (right side) in front of Barry's piano. It was such an amazing night to see the look on my wife's face when Barry came over to shake the fans' hands. The "jacket lady" was right next to my wife, however, she got to "touch" Barry a few times. He put on an amazing show, one I'd highly recommend to folks out there. Well worth the ticket price to purchase stage seats and Row BB (I believe we were seats 7 and 8). - Anthony Tako (Wauconda, IL) (7/31/2006) |
Thursday,
March 23, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
March 24, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
March 25, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Saturday,
March 25, 2006
(10:00 PM) |
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Wednesday,
March 29, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
March 30: Was in Las Vegas for a few days with my daughter Carol. This was a night we'll never forget. My heart skipped a few beats of joy when Barry sang all the beautiful love songs. Barry was the BEST memory for us in Las Vegas. Thank you! - Martha, 80 years young (of North Adams, MA) (4/22/2006) March 29: This was my second concert, even though I have been a fan since the release of "Mandy." I went to Las Vegas for my birthday and specifically to see Barry. It was a night to remember sitting on stage right, and being asked to help him with his jacket. I had no idea this was coming, since I had never been to the concerts in Las Vegas before. What a treat and what a great birthday present. Barry gave me a huge hug, a kiss on the cheek, and a "happy birthday to you" song. I met a new friend that night also and have since returned and become a HUGE FANILOW reborn! Can't wait to go again and experience the magic of the man and his music. - Suzanne Shaffer (Corpus Christi, TX) (9/10/2006) March 31: My parents took me for my 38th birthday to see Barry Manilow in Las Vegas. I was fortunate enough to meet Barry Manilow as part of the Platinum Experience. I am terrified to fly but knew this would be my only opportunity to meet Barry and express how much he has meant to me for 30+ years. I had the time of my life that night. Having a front row seat with my parents by my side was just fabulous. I danced for the entire show and was in "Sweet Heaven." I still get excited when I tell family and friends about the show. Having a picture with Barry Manilow is also very, very special. - Christine Gatta (Haverford, PA) (4/15/2009) |
Thursday,
March 30, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
March 31, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
April 1, 2006
(7:30 PM only) |
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Wednesday,
April 12, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
April 15 (early AND late shows!): TWO truly outstanding performances of Music and Passion. And I have been fortunate enough to have seen this production 21 times! Barry was full of energy (and passion) for both performances. Always keep a Mayflower cut like "Not What You See" in the show, Barry! - Aline Nagler (Las Vegas, NV) (6/19/2006) April 14: I met Barry in person at the Las Vegas Hilton! I have been a fan since the beginning. Barry puts on a wonderful show. I saw him three times in concert, and each time was a thrill! - Sheila (of Brooklyn, New York) (8/18/2009) This was the first time I ever visited Vegas and I came soley to see Barry perform since I hadn't been able to afford to see him in concerts for a long time. I brought my son Sean and we sat in the stage seats on the left. We had our pictures taken and I was served champagne. I usually don't like wine or champagne but this brand was very good! The show was amazing! I was so happy to see Barry after so many years! We also made eye contact at one point and he smiled at me. I will never forget this special time in my life. I also shopped at the Manilow store and bought a tee shirt that I still wear today, even though I lost over 100 pounds since then. I just can't give up the shirt and the memories that came with it! - Donna Mercer (North Rose, New York) (10/23/2011) |
Thursday,
April 13, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
April 14, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
April 15, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Saturday,
April 15, 2006
(10:00 PM) |
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Wednesday,
April 19, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
April 21: I liked hearing "Memory," "All The Time," "Some Kind of Friend" (I didn't expect them!), and "Unchained Melody." April 22 (10:00 PM): I had a good seat to see the song "Copacabana." April 22 (7:30 PM): I LOVED "See the Show Again," and that I was lucky enough to get a handshake from Barry. Thank you, Barry, for making my birthday weekend special! - Andrea Schnitzer (West Bloomfield, MI) (4/25/2006) April 19: I've been wanting to see Barry for 3 years, and finally got my chance. I am a fan club member, but by the time I joined, it was too late to get front row seats, so I was in the 12th row and it was great. I just love everything he sang, and really enjoyed his singers and musicians also. I was overwhelmed by his strong, beautiful voice. I am so thankful to have been able to see him and may go back in June and see him again! - Rueann Marras (Lake Charles, LA) (4/26/2006) |
Thursday,
April 20, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
April 21, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
April 22, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Saturday,
April 22, 2006
(10:00 PM) |
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Wednesday,
April 26, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
April 26: My 46th Bithday, 2nd row, Las Vegas Hilton. My 26-year old daughter attended with me. As usual this was a fabulous show. - Teri Mahnken (Orem, UT) (4/29/2006) April 28 and April 29 (early & late shows): Even from California, it is not an easy task for me to travel to Vegas, but what can I say? As you hear on the TV commercials: Flying to Vegas ... $$$ ... Staying at Hilton Hotel ... $$$ ... Experiencing the Music & Passion Show ... PRICELESS!!! Yes, this production is really amazing! Every time we go back to Vegas, Barry awaits us with pleasant surprises: new songs, new segment, new medleys and something totally unexpected. This particular trip reminded me a lot of my first times [I saw Barry], especially the late Saturday show with "Cloudburst," "I Was a Fool" (my all-time favorite and first time heard live), "Daybreak" and "It's a Miracle." I remembered how I was blown away when I first saw Barry singing (1978 Greek Theatre concert) and how I was smitten by his charms when I saw him in person at my first concert, back in 1983... I was so amazed that I felt the same thrill go through me nearly 30 years later! Barry, Great or not (you are too modest), you are the best and you are always my #1!! - May Kawahara (San Francisco, CA) (7/9/2006) When Barry did a tribute to the families of the military in Las Vegas in late April 2006, it was just after my son had deployed, I was crying again. What a wonderful heart Barry has, and his talent makes it all very special and touching! Thanks for the wonderful memories! - Barbara Meyer (Salt Lake City, UT) (4/9/2010) This show was GREAT! So different to what I'd seen Barry do in the UK. Really loved the show. Some good interaction with Barry and his fans. My husband said it was the best show he'd seen and wished he too could move like Barry! All in all, made our trip to Vegas even more special. - Linda Horner (of the UK) (5/7/2011) |
Thursday,
April 27, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
April 28, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
April 29, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Saturday,
April 29, 2006
(10:00 PM) |
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Wednesday,
May 17, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
May 18: I was able to get third row center seats, and it just felt like Barry was singing to me, and to me alone! I was close enough to get lost in his beautiful blue eyes as he sang his beautiful love songs. I'm crazy about Barry for his music. He's adorable and personable! - V. Swiger (Wellsburg, WV) (2/23/2007) |
Thursday,
May 18, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
May 19, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
May 20, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Wednesday,
May 24, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
May 26: Music and Passion is a fabulous show. Barry puts on an amazing high energy performance with a great band and singers. He is very handsome, and those blue eyes!! Ladies, if you have a stage seat you will be so close. Barry knows how to work the crowd and connects with his audience. So glad he is at the Hilton now, and for a long time to come. I know I'll be back! - Linda Foster (Centreville, VA) (6/27/2006) |
Thursday,
May 25, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
May 26, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
May 27, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Saturday,
May 27, 2006
(10:00 PM) |
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Wednesday,
May 31, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
May 31: After being a devoted fan for over 30 years, this night will go down as my most special concert. I was finally able to hold Barry's hand for a few seconds and it was like the other 1700 people just disappeared. I attended Music and Passion last year, but I have to say that the show has only gotten better. No one will ever touch me the way Barry has all these years. He's got to be the sexiest man alive. I hope he stays at the Hilton for many years to come... I'll be there every year! - Lori Domingo (Tampa, FL) (6/14/2006) May 31: We came with our 8-year-old son from Germany and it was his first concert ever. A new Barry Manilow Fan is born! We all loved the show and we were really impressed with the great superstar with the perfect voice, Barry Manilow. We will come again from Germany next year to see Barry again! - Martina Tendera (of Germany) (7/5/2006) June 3: I've followed Barry since 1974. MY husband died of cancer in 2005. My children took me to Vegas to fulfill my life-long dream -- it would have been our 49th wedding anniversary. They had a Limo take us to Hilton just like I was somebody. I had 5th row seat middle aisle. I was so emotional I wanted my husband there to share the dream come true. I cried so hard that I missed all the show [but] I wouldn't [trade anything] for this memory!! - Margie Arnold (Vero Beach, FL) (5/15/2009) |
Thursday,
June 1, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
June 2, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
June 3, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Wednesday,
June 28, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
The three shows I went to were spectacular. When Barry emerged from the smoke the "Manilow Magic" began. Barry looked smashing and wonderful. His voice is just as beautiful as ever. He sang and danced and paced from one end of the stage to the other with unlimited energy. He's the best. I plan to see five shows next spring 2007!! - Maria S. Celis (Burlington TWP, NJ) (7/5/2006) June 28: This concert rocked! We had front row, dead center. I thought I'd die being so close to our man. Barry is better than ever! So vibrant, and THAT VOICE! Barry is like fine wine, he gets finer with age. I enjoyed "I Am Your Child," immensely. It made me cry [as] I have three children, three wonderful boys! After every Barry concert, I just want to go back. I cannot get enough of him. Thanks, Barry, for giving so much of yourself. Take care of yourself and I hope you play for many more years! - Barb Miller (Myrtle Beach, SC) (7/7/2006) June 29: I liked everything about this concert. It was my first visit to Vegas and I was so happy to see Barry after all of those years. He was absolutely wonderful!! I love him still. It just goes to show that if you live long enough, anything can happen. - Kathy Reno (Toledo, OH) (7/19/2006) June 29: It was a night I will never forget. After the deaths of my husband and both my parents in the last few years I had not experienced happiness in my life for some time. At that concert I sat in the front row and felt true joy. It reminded me that life can always have those moments. I will be ever grateful to Barry for giving me that special gift. His music always touches my soul but that night was magical. As a result I am happier and looking forward to having my dream of meeting him come true with the Platinum Package next March. I'm already counting the weeks. - Jeanette Wall (Eagan, MN) (9/10/2006) June 30: The whole evening was a dream come true (Platinum Experience). We were all treated like queens at the Hilton. I will hold that time with Barry deep down in my heart forever! I was in his airspace!! I had a front row, seat 1, ticket and it was the best concert in the history of concerts in this whole wide world. I cried every moment of it too, even through "Copacabana." I tell the whole world to come see his show. I just purchased my 2007 ticket for a stage seat (left side), first row in the middle. I am so excited as those are great seats for anyone wondering. I thank Barry everyday for such a special and perfect moment in time. GO SEE THE SHOW!! - Sandy Devine (El Paso, TX) (10/10/2006) First Show (June 28): Barry, when you came out on stage, I couldn't stop the smile on my face from just growing huge! When you started singing "Moonlight Serenade," I literally gasped, because my father had recently passed away and I had grown up listening to Glenn Miller. Thank you for a beautiful memory. I've seen you several more times in Vegas, plus Providence and the Mohegan Sun Casino, but there is just nothing as magical as the first time. Thank you for your beautiful music, that never fails to move me and evokes such wonderful memories... - Kathleen McGann (of Connecticut) (1/13/2012) |
Thursday,
June 29, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
June 30, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
July 1, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Saturday,
July 1, 2006
(10:00 PM) |
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Wednesday,
July 5, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
July 5: I've been to 20 Music and Passion shows in Las Vegas and they have all been wonderful, but the show on July 5th will always have a special place in my heart. My friend Tracy and I were sitting in the front row of the left side stage. When Barry began singing "It's Not For Me To Say," my heart started pumping so fast I thought it would jump right out of my chest. I knew when he started walking towards our section that he would be picking someone to dance with him to this beautiful song. I really never thought it would be me (although I had hoped it would be). As he walked over singing the song I must have started swaying my head back and forth to the music and as Barry approached our row, he looked at me and my friend Tracy and started swaying his head back and forth with mine. I smiled, and he smiled and kept singing. As he finished the first verse he looked right at me and asked, "Wanna dance?" I could have just melted right then and there. He took my hand and guided me up to the area of the stage where he wanted me, and we danced. It was a moment I will never forget. He was so sweet and held my hand as we danced and when it was over, he thanked me for the dance and we blew each other a kiss. Barry always gives 110% of himself during each and every show. No matter how many times I go to Music and Passion it is like a new experience for me. I look forward to my next trip to Vegas in November of this year to see four more shows! No matter how many shows I will see, I don't think any show will compare to the night I had my "dance" with Barry! - Kay Gardner (Chicago, IL) (9/10/2006) The concert on July 6 will always be my special day. I had attended the previous night and sat in the 3rd row, but this night was special. It was my birthday and I had on-stage seating. Barry came out so cute, jumping around and waving to my side of the stage. I was so excited! I have been a fan since the beginning and this was the first time I was this close. I couldn't wait until the segment where he would be sitting at the piano right in front of me! All of a sudden I looked up and there he was walking in front of us, shaking hands. I was so thrilled to be able to shake his hand, if only for a moment. I was busy taking pictures when near the end of show Barry started walking to the side of the stage again! He was going to shake more hands. I looked up, and Barry stopped in front of me and extended his hand a second time. Two handshakes in one night! The women next to me who goes to almost all of this shows said "Barry never does TWO handshakes," which made me feel so special! Thank you, Barry, for making that MY special day! - Diane Adam (Cincinnati, OH) (1/26/2011) |
Thursday,
July 6, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
July 7, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
July 8, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Saturday,
July 8, 2006
(10:00 PM) |
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Wednesday,
July 12, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
July 15: What I liked about this show was the personal way Barry conducted his concert. It was beautifully done. It was awesome to hear the old hits and I was very impressed with the manner in which Barry presents his music - Entertaining, with passion and humility. It was the best evening of my vacation. - Mary Anne Shugrue (Clinton, CT) (7/28/2006) July 12: I, along with 3 friends, flew to Las Vegas on July 12, 2006 from Birmingham, AL for the 9:00 show that night. We arrived at the Hilton, had dinner and anxiously awaited for the show to begin. We could not have been more thrilled. It is so exciting to see Barry continue to give us his best after all these years! We had stage left front row seats. Barry and I danced to "It's Not For Me To Say" from his 50's CD. Nothing could have been better. The band sounded great and Kye and the girls were so much fun to watch. Truly a trip of a lifetime for me and my friends. If anyone was there that night who has photos of my dance with Barry, please e-mail me. I would appreciate it! - Linda Sims (Gadsden, AL) (9/15/2006) I liked the Music and Passion show because we sat in the front row of the VIP side and saw Barry close up. He interacted with people and acted out "Copacabana." - Kellie (of Downey, CA) (6/13/2009) |
Thursday,
July 13, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
July 14, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
July 15, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Wednesday,
August 2, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
BMIFC Convention 2006 -- August 4-6 August 4: This was the first concert where my husband went with me. Usually my sister and I would go so we could scream and dance in the aisles and just let ouselves go. But this was our 25th wedding anniversary and I really wanted to see Barry sing again, so my husband made my dream come true. What was great is that he enjoyed the concert too. He didn't get up and dance like I did, but he agreed that Barry puts on a great show. I have loved Barry and his music for 30 years. He is like a fine wine. He just gets better every year. We'll probably never get out west again, but I'm so thankful that my husband was willing to give me my dream for our anniversary and let me see Barry in person one last time. The whole show was fantastic. I still can't believe I was there! - Rhonda Finn (Spring Lake, MI) (8/16/2006) August 5: I have been a devoted Barry fan for years. I am close to Barry's age so I grew up with American Bandstand and "Copacabana." Having three wonderful kids and a demanding job teaching 20 first graders, I resigned myself to watching Barry's DVDs and listening to all my CDs when I was able to catch a few moments for myself. Six years ago I mentioned to my sister and brother-in-law that I wish I could go to Vegas for my birthday and finally see Barry's show at the Hilton. We said: What are we waiting for!? -- And we made arrangements. We had front row seats! Just before the show started, my sister said I could change seats with her so I'd be closer to the middle of the row. Long story short, Barry picked her to come up and dance with him! I was heartbroken. It was My Birthday and I wanted that dance... If I kept my original seat it would have been me! We laugh about it now and have fond memories of that wonderful concert. Since then I've been to many other concerts but nothing compared to that first one when I almost danced with Barry Manilow! - Phyllis Leavy (Morristown, New Jersey) (2/27/2012) |
Thursday,
August 3, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
August 4, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
August 5, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Saturday,
August 5, 2006
(10:00 PM) |
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Wednesday,
August 9, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
I loved everything about the concert on August 12, 2006. Especially the song "Mandy." He did that song so fantastic. That is my favorite song, well... one of them. I loved the "They Dance" part of the show, the medley. I also loved when he sang "Unchained Melody" and "Venus" and "Love Is a Many Splendored Thing." This was an awesome concert. Barry is just an Awesome AWESOME performer/entertainer. I cant wait to see him again! - Amy Bono (Overland Park, KS) (9/11/2006) August 9: I was taking my first plane ride at age 37 and spending four days in Las Vegas and it was all because of Barry! I have been a fan since I was a kid in the '70's and had recently became a bonafide "Manilow Nut!" Right before we left for the trip, I heard about Barry's hip injuries and I was so afraid that he would cancel the show but at the same time I was afraid that he would "over do it" and hurt himself worse! Needless to say, Barry did play for me/us and I could NOT take my eyes of him! I couldn't believe that he was there in front of me in the same room!! I don't think I believe it still! My sister tried in vain to get my attention during the show, but I was mesmerized! I am so appreciative to Barry for playing the show when he was in pain. He smiled right through it, you wouldn't have even known he was injured! He even got up and danced on the raised platform for "Copacabana!" I did NOT think he would do THAT! What a guy! My hero! Thanks Barry! I can't wait to come back to Vegas to see you again! - Lisa D. Hunt (Salt Lake City, UT) (11/23/2006) |
Thursday,
August 10, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Friday,
August 11, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
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Saturday,
August 12, 2006
(7:30 PM) |
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Wednesday,
August 16, 2006
(9:00 PM) |
Nevada/Las Vegas
(Las Vegas Hilton) |
Show Cancelled August 16: It was my 60th birthday and I had front row seats and could not wait to spend it with Barry. However, he limped onstage and could not perform because of the torn cartilage in his hips. He did do one song: "I Made It Through The Rain." This has to be my all-time favorite song because the lyrics "spoke" to me during rough periods in my life. And I realized once again what a truly great performer Barry Manilow is and always will be. He could have placed a sign out front that he could not perform, but [being the] wonderful person that he is, he came out in person (Of course, I think he did it JUST FOR ME!!). I am so grateful for all the perfomances I have seen since and that I will see in the future. - Donna George (San Diego, CA) (6/26/2007) |
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