This is the story of Tina Turner, illustrated with live performances of her classic songs.
Mike Daley Presents: The Tina Turner Story is a lecture-concert combining renditions of Tina's classic hit songs with Mike's fascinating story of her life and career.
Along with his narration, guitar and vocals, Selena Evangeline sings lead, Jill Daley contributes piano and violin, Greg Wyard sings and plays bass, and Adam Warner joins in on percussion.
One of the most dynamic performers in the history of popular music, Tina Turner was a powerhouse vocalist who won and lost fame in the 1960s and '70s before a spectacular comeback in the '80s made her an enduring superstar. She first made her name as an R&B shouter performing with her first husband, Ike Turner. Ike & Tina crossed over to the pop audience with their raucous cover of "Proud Mary," but their rising stardom came as Ike fell into drug addiction and spousal abuse. In 1976, Tina left Ike and went solo, and after years of struggle and reinvention, she struck gold with 1984's Private Dancer, which blended her fiery but versatile vocals with up-to-date production and became a multi-platinum success on the strength of the hit singles "What's Love Got to Do with It," "Better Be Good to Me," and the title track. Subsequent international touring reinforced her successful return to the spotlight and she would be a frequent visitor to the sales charts and a top live attraction through the rest of her career. Tina proved she was still a draw even after retirement, thanks to a successful jukebox musical based on her life and music.
- Mike Daley is a musician and music historian known across the GTA for his highly entertaining and informative talks on popular music.
- Selena Evangeline (The Eric Clapton Story, The Fleetwood Mac Story) is a spectacular singer and guitarist with a long list of touring and recording credits.
- Jill Daley (all shows) is a full-time musician at Canada's National Ballet School and seasoned orchestral violinist.
- Greg Wyard (The Beatles Story, The Story of the Doors) is a respected Toronto bassist with several original albums to his credit and a strong following as the GTA's premier solo singer/guitarist.
- Adam Warner (The Rolling Stones Story, The Beach Boys Story) is a respected drummer and educator.
General admission tickets - $35.00 (plus HST and fees). Click HERE to order.
These events often sell out, but if tickets are available at the door, they will be $50.00, cash only.
Doors open at 2 pm.
