Omara Portuondo: Cuban Singing Star at UCLA's Royce Hall
Royce Hall at UCLA (340 Royce Drive Los Angeles, CA 90095)
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- $53.00 - $73.00
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The last date listed for Omara Portuondo was Friday October 23, 2009 / 8:00pm.
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crystal sorrows
What a great show! Saw her with the Buena Vista Social club a few years back at the same venue and she is still FANTASTIC. Omara's back up musicians were excellent in their own right, and she took many moments out to name the members and have the audience give them a much deservered hand. Very classy lady!Written on Oct 26 2009
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Beautiful person inside and out. Still has a fabulous voice! The backup band was terrific. Thoroughly enjoyed the show.Written on Oct 26 2009
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Valeria
Very soulful and nostalgic performance. Omara has an exquisite voice. Backup musicians were fantastic!Written on Oct 26 2009
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An amazing evening with a truly legendary performer. Beautiful voice, amazing band, and great pacing of song material. On top of this: I paid for a Balcony ticket, but received a seat about 6 rows back from the stage...thanks Goldstar!Written on Oct 27 2009
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More Information About Omara Portuondo
Website
http://www.uclalive.org/event.asp?Event_ID=696
Description
From dancing on stage of Havana’s famous Tropicana cabaret as teen, to appearing on movie screens around the globe in “The Buena Vista Social Club,” Omara Portuondo’s career has been full of remarkable moments and unforgettable music. For her first U.S. tour since 2004, Omara explores songs that mark her path from celebrated Cuban chanteuse to international stardom, including aching boleros and new Brazilian-influenced ballads.
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