NEW YORK, N.Y. — “Formidable! Aznavour,” a live musical tribute to the legendary French-Armenian singer and songwriter Charles Aznavour, will be making its debut in the US, following smashing success in France and abroad. The live band show features Aznavour’s famous songs – “La Boheme,” “Formidable!” “She,” “Yesterday when I was Young” and more – out of the 800 written and performed byAznavour, and covered by world-renowned singers, including Frank Sinatra. “Formidable! Aznavour” was created and produced by the creators of the musical sensation “Piaf! The Show,” Directo Productions, and presented by Cherry Orchard Festival. On its first US tour, “Formidable! Aznavour” will stop in Seattle, Los Angeles, Miami, Houston, Boston, and have two performances in New York, at Brooklyn’s Oceana Theater and Town Hall in New York City. Tickets and group packages are on sale through Cherry Orchard Festival website . Tour dates and times are listed below: Tuesday, December 1, 8 p.m. in Seattle, WA at Edmonds Center for the Arts Wednesday, December 2, 8 p.m. in San Diego, CA at Balboa Theatre Thursday, December 3, 8 p.m. in San Francisco, CA at Herbst Theatre Saturday, December 5, 7 p.m. in Los Angeles, CA at Alex Theatre Sunday, December 6, 8 p.m. in Houston, TX at Cullen Theater at Wortham Center Monday, December 7, 8 p.m. in Tampa, FL at Straz Center for the Performing Arts Tuesday, December 8, 8 p.m. in Atlanta, GA, at Center Stage Theater Thursday, December 10, 8 p.m. in Miami, FL at Lauderhill Performing Arts Center Saturday, December 12, 7 p.m. in Brooklyn, NY at Oceana Theater Sunday, December 13, 8p.m. in Boston, MA at Berklee Performance Center Tuesday, December 15, 8 p.m. New York, NY at The Town Hall “Formidable! Aznavour” is a heartfelt ode to the life and artistry of an artist who left an indelible mark on music history and whose voice still resonates with the same intensity, continuing to touch hearts and inspire new generations of admirers. This production is a true emotional journey through the life and extraordinary career of Charles Aznavour. Audiences are transported back to a bygone era, reliving the magic and essence of Parisian bohemia. Led by renowned performer Jules Grison, the show achieves the remarkable feat of recreating the enchanting atmosphere of the bustling streets of the French capital, where Aznavour drew his inspiration. Each song becomes a piece of the puzzle of his life, from his humble beginnings to his international acclaim. The son of Armenian refugees, Charles Aznavour, arguably became one of France’s greatest exports who enjoyed an exceptional worldwide career. Described by critics as “An inaudible voice and a difficult physique,” Aznavour gained the public’s unyielding support through his originality. Aznavour worked with Charles Trenet and the “Môme” Edith Piaf, who took young Aznavour along on her tours to the United States and later – Montreal. Becoming an accomplished artist and a keen observer of humanity, Aznavour was a master interpreter of love and the passing of time, his two favorite themes. Aznavour lived to 94, known as a performer of thousands of songs, an actor in over 80 films and television projects, and an author of more than 800 songs that were covered by artists including Frank Sinatra, Elton John, Ray Charles, Shirley Bassey and Elvis Costello, and sampled by everyone from Dr. Dre and Nas to Bad Bunny and HUGEL. With a legacy of presenting world-class programming and an unyielding commitment to promoting cultural dialogue, the Cherry Orchard Festival upholds its mission of bringing internationally acclaimed artists and groundbreaking performances to American audiences. Since its founding in 2012 by Maria Schlover and Irina Shabshis, the Festival has presented a vibrant array of global talent, including such luminaries as John Malkovich, Maxim Vengerov, Ksenia Rappoport, Evgeny Kissin, Ingeborga Dapkunaite, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Chulpan Khamatova and others, in partnership with iconic venues including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, New York Town Hall, and New York City Center. The organization builds access to the arts through offering all-ages programming, a dynamic mix of genre offerings, flexible ticket prices and special offers. Cherry Orchard Festival continues to be a platform for artistic excellence, cultural exchange and globally-sourced storytelling. The post Charles Aznavour ‘Formidable!’ Tribute Concert to Tour Major U.S. Cities appeared first on Asbarez.com .