Andrea Bocelli has announced the talented new guests who will be joining her flagship BST show Hyde Park on July 5.
The 65-year-old Italian tenor will take over the iconic annual festival presented by American Express, which will take place from June 29 to July 14.
The international superstar – who graced the Oscars stage in March with a touching performance during the In Memoriam segment – will be joined by the UK’s most in-demand orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, led by the talented Michele Spotti.
The conductor, 31, has been musical director of the Opera and the Marseille Philharmonic Orchestra since 2023.
Accompanied by TV favorite Myleene Klass, the incredible festival day will also see performances from Nadine Sierra, Isabel Leonard, Luca Micheletti as well as a choir from the Crouch End Festival Chorus.
Andrea Bocelli has announced the talented new guests who will join her flagship BST show Hyde Park on July 5 (pictured from last year)
The international superstar – who graced the Oscars stage in March with a touching performance during the In Memoriam segment – will be joined by the UK’s most in-demand orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, led by the talented Michele Spotti.
It brings together some of the most talented opera artists who will grace the Hyde Park stage.
American soprano Nadine, 35, has built a reputation as one of today’s best young artists, sought after by the world’s most prestigious opera houses.
Meanwhile, three-time Grammy winner mezzo-soprano Isabel, 42, is also lauded for her exquisite voice and profound artistry – and bolsters a repertoire ranging from classical opera masterpieces to contemporary works.
Italian actor and baritone singer Luca, 38, nonetheless possesses a unique talent, as he is considered one of the most original, eclectic and visionary theatrical minds of his generation.
Joining the star-studded line-up, the classical artist said: “Hyde Park is the perfect place to come together to celebrate my 30th birthday and reimagine it as a springboard propelling us into the future, infused with positivity and the power of good.
“Celebrating it here will certainly be unforgettable, in the vast green lung where London has breathed for hundreds of years, in this park which embodies a glorious chapter in the history of a nation, of a continent, of a civilization… and also of so much wonderful music that resonated here, nourishing it in its wake.
This exciting announcement brings an exclusive show to the UK to mark Andrea’s milestone year, celebrating 30 years in 2024.
Fans in attendance will be stunned by the tenor’s crossover appeal, which has already seen him perform for popes, presidents, prime ministers and royalty, and even for the Queen’s platinum jubilee at the palace of Buckingham in 2022, as well as for the Olympic Games ceremonies.
Accompanied by TV favorite Myleene Klass (pictured last month), the incredible festival day will also see performances from Nadine Sierra, Isabel Leonard, Luca Micheletti as well as a choir from Crouch End Festival Chorus.
American soprano Nadine, 35, has built a reputation as one of today’s best young artists, in high demand at the world’s most prestigious opera houses (pictured last year).
Meanwhile, three-time Grammy winner mezzo-soprano Isabel, 42, is also lauded for her exquisite voice and profound artistry – and bolsters a repertoire ranging from classical opera masterpieces to contemporary works (photo from 2020).
“Hyde Park is the perfect place to come together to celebrate my 30th birthday and reimagine it as a springboard propelling us into the future, infused with positivity and the power of good,” he said.
To date, no classical star has achieved Andrea’s astonishing fame, as the star has sold 90 million records.
He has also won a Golden Globe, 7 Classical BRITs and 7 World Music Awards, and a Hollywood Walk of Fame.
His signature collaborations feature names ranging from opera singers like Pavarotti to famous pop stars like Ed Sheeran, Ariana Grande, Celine Dion, Tony Bennett, Dua Lipa and many others.
Former musician Céline, 56, previously sang the tenor’s praises, saying: “If God had a singing voice, he would sound a lot like Andrea Bocelli.”
Tickets purchased for the Amex VIP Summer Garden, VIP HydeAway and Gold Circle areas will include reserved seating. General Admission, Main Entrance and VIP Terrace will all be standing room only.
American Express presents BST Hyde Park 2024 lineup promises to be “truly spectacular” headlined by SZA (June 29), Kings of Leon (June 30), Morgan Wallen (July 4), Andrea Bocelli (July 5 ), Robbie Williams. (July 6), Shania Twain (July 7), Stevie Nicks (July 12), Kylie (July 13) and Stray Kids (July 14), with the full lineup for each day to be announced, as well as All Things Orchestral on July 28 . June.
The classical music veteran made a surprise appearance at the 2024 Oscars where he gave a touching performance during the In Memoriam segment.
The superstar Italian tenor was joined by his son Matteo, 26, as they sang his classic ‘Time to Say Goodbye’ together and paid tribute to a number of stars who died in the last year.
The Oscars paid tribute to Friends star Matthew Perry – who was left out of the annual BAFTA commemorative list last month – to Dumbledore actor Michael Gambon, to Little Miss Sunshine star Alan Arkin, to Paul Reubens , Harry Belafonte, as well as Curb Your Enthusiasm star Richard. Lewis, after his death on February 27 at the age of 76.
Andrea sang a new rendition of the song with the help of Matteo and two-time Academy Award-winning composer Hans Zimmer.
Time to Say Goodbye was originally released in 1995 under the title “Con te Partirò”, which translates to “I will leave with you” in Italian.
The Italian star recorded the track with British soprano Sarah Brightman the following year, changing some of the lyrics to English.
During the segment, many dancers took the stage for an artistic performance.
The father and son duo wore electric blue suits.
The tribute to Matthew comes after his ex-girlfriend urged the 2024 Oscars to include the late Hollywood actor in the In Memorium section.
Kayti Edwards, who dated him in 2006 and worked as his assistant in 2011, said it was “her dream to be recognized” after the BAFTAs failed to mention him in February.
Matthew was found face down in the hot tub at his Los Angeles home on October 28 last year, aged 54, with the autopsy confirming he died from the “acute effects of the ketamine” and drowning.
Others honored during the segment included Melinda Dillon, Piper Laurie, Ryan O’Neal, Julian Sands, Carl Weathers, Treat Williams, Burt Young and directors William Friedkin and Norman Jewison, among others.
French actress and singer Jane Birkin, who died aged 76 in July last year, was also among those honored.
Andrea was joined by her son Matteo, 26, as they made a surprise appearance at the 2024 Oscars where they gave a touching performance during the In Memoriam segment.
Friends actor Matthew Perry, who died in October 2023 aged 54, was among those honored at the tribute after recently being left off the BAFTA memorial list.
The superstar Italian tenor sang his classic hit “Time to Say Goodbye”
Matching father and son duo in electric blue suits
There were also tributes to comedian Richard Lewis as well as Andre Braugher, Tom Wilkinson and Richard Roundtree.
The Academy also paid tribute to all the stars we’ve lost over the past year in an In Memoriam tribute on its website.
Tickets are now on sale and available at: www.bst-hydepark.com.
