3-01-2023 10:19pm

A SUNDAY AFTERNOON WITH THE DUPREES

Donnella Tilery Editor

From the News Release:

The Ambassadors of Love Songs are appearing at the Brook Arts Center on March 12 at 3 pm.

The classic "doo-wop" group The Duprees formed in the early 1960s on a street corner in Jersey City, New Jersey. The original group was discovered by George Paxton of Coed Records, who was impressed with their smooth vocal quality. In August 1962, they released their first record “You Belong To Me”, which became the group's biggest hit.

More hits followed, including “My Own True Love,” “Have You Heard?”

“The Sand and the Sea” “Ginny” and “Let Them Talk.”

The group quickly became an international sensation and has continued to entertain audiences for more than six decades. Although members have changed throughout the years, one thing that hasn’t changed is the sound, showmanship, and dedication to bringing favorite classics to audiences of all ages!

Tommy Petillo, Phil Granito, & Jimmy Spinelli

are today's Duprees!

Phil Granito has been with the band since 1987 and does a show-stopping Jackie Wilson medley. Jimmy Spinelli, a member since 1989, is known for his high energy, and Tommy Petillo, was the last lead singer to perform with the original Duprees. His vocals are considered the voice, essence of the heart, and soul, of the Duprees.

Together, they will present all the songs you know and love!

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The show will feature Tommy C, The Voice Of Tribute singing yesterday's music for today's ears. Tommy Coniglio is a young

and talented performer bringing back the greatest hits.

Tommy C's voice takes audiences back decades in time as he swoons

the tunes of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin, Frankie Valli,

Elvis Presley, Len Barry, Del Shannon, Louis Prima, and more.

At just 25 years old, Tommy C truly is The Voice of Tribute!

AND

Gina DiMaggio is a comedian, comedic improviser, and teacher

from New Jersey. Gina's stand-up examines her experiences

with dating, parenting, and the changes she has seen in the world

in her 40 years. Gina has appeared on Date Night Live on Lifetime and performed at New York Comedy Club, Greenwich Village Comedy Club, and Broadway Comedy Club, recently opening for Judy Gold, Anthony Rodia, and Vic Dibitetto and shared the stage with Janeane Garofalo.

FUN FACT: Gina is the great-grand-niece of legendary ballplayer Joe DiMaggio

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Discounted Advance Tickets are available

Online at www.brookarts.org

or by Phone732-469-7700

or Email

lightningentertainmentgd@gmail.com