Press Release: Liberty Entertainment Group announces 2024 summer programming at Casa Loma
— Tickets for Symphony in the Gardens and new The Sunset Concerts entertainment programs
at Toronto’s iconic castle now on sale —
Liberty Entertainment Group is unveiling its seasonal calendar of events for Summer 2024 — with two programs designed to ignite the city’s summer pulse. First, the return of its perennial crowd-pleaser, Symphony in the Gardens featuring Maestro Paolo Busato, his Casa Loma Symphony Orchestra and a roster special guest vocalists and players — to the Glass Pavilion and Gardens, for performances on Monday evenings beginning June 3rd. General Admission tickets (first come, first served) are $45 pp; available at www.casaloma.ca.
In partnership with Canada’s Walk of Fame and Seeing Red Media, Liberty Group is thrilled to premiere a new program entitled The Sunset Concerts, launching Tuesday, June 11th running weekly in the Gardens and the Glass Pavilion. The star-studded line-up runs through August 27th, with $2.50 of each ticket sale donated in support of Kids Help Phone. General Admission (standing room only, outdoors) tickets are $45 pp; Reserved Table Seating and theatre-style tickets inside the Pavilion are $85 pp available at www.casaloma.ca,
“We champion cultural arts, heritage, and music,” said Nick Di Donato, Chair, Canada’s Walk of Fame, and president & CEO, Liberty Entertainment Group. “Casa Loma provides an exquisite backdrop for performers, immersing the public in great music amidst a historic setting. Our partnership with Canada’s Walk of Fame strengthens our commitment to showcasing Canadian artists, enriching the cultural landscape and fostering artistic appreciation nationwide.”
Star-studded serenades to the sunset
Kicking off the inaugural season of The Sunset Concerts on June 11th is Canada’s Queen of R & B Soul and 2021 Canada’s Walk of Fame Inductee Jully Black, followed by a roster of special guests each Tuesday evening. The series also features performances by alumni of the Canada’s Walk of Fame RBC Emerging Musician Program. Tickets now on sale. For more details on the full entertainment line-up, visit www.casaloma.ca.
The ultimate city summer experience under the stars
The Symphony in the Gardens program line-up is as follows:
Monday, June 3rd – Symphony in the Gardens: Let’s go to the Movies.
Monday, June 10th – Symphony in the Gardens: My Way, Sinatra, and Friends with Joey Niceforo and Christina Dare
Monday, June 17th – Symphony in the Gardens: Shaken Not Stirred with Gavin Hope (of Nylons fame) and Irene Torres
Monday, June 24th – Symphony in the Gardens: Rock Symphony with Justin Di Donato and Cleopatra Williams
Monday, July 1st – Symphony in the Gardens: A Love Song to Italy with Rocco Rupolo
Monday, July 8th – Symphony in the Gardens: Dazzling Divas with Sara Papini, Tonia Ciancuilli, and Chelsea Rus
Monday, July 15th – Symphony in the Gardens: Lullaby of Broadway with Joey Niceforo and Sara Papini
Monday, July 22nd – Symphony in the Gardens: Sentimental Journey
Monday, July 29th – Symphony in the Gardens: Belle Nuit with Soprano Sara Papini and Tenor Rocco Rupolo
Monday, August 5th – Symphony in the Gardens: Bach, Beethoven, and the Boys
Monday, August 12th – Symphony in the Gardens: Rock Symphony with Cleopatra Williams and Justin Di Donato
Monday, August 19th – Symphony in the Gardens: The Virtuosi with Joey Niceforo, Rocco Rupolo and Gavin Hope
Monday, August 26th – Symphony in the Gardens: Abba
Monday, September 2nd – Symphony in the Gardens: When You Wish Upon a Star
Drinks and dining al fresco in The Gardens
Opening for outdoor dinner service on select evenings as of June 4th, the Gardens’ dining menu is globally inspired, offering seasonal fare ranging from starters and salads ($15 – $25) to grilled entrees ($26 – $48). The celebrated wine program at Casa Loma features something for all palates and purses, sourced from the castle’s underground wine cellar boasting the best of both new and old worlds. This season’s liquor sponsor is Hendrick’s Gin, who will serve up a feature summer sipping cocktail, to savour while the sun sets.
For the ultimate summer evening out, VIP packages for both shows are available at Casa Loma’s award-winning restaurant, BlueBlood Steakhouse. Tickets include a pre-fixe dinner in the castle, with VIP reserved seating in the Pavilion (theatre style) for $250 pp. Reservations may be made at www.casaloma.ca or www.bluebloodsteakhouse.com.
Guests will enjoy unparalleled views overlooking the city skyline in the shadow of the majestic castle, surrounded by the award-winning landscaping and fountains. Gardens dining reservations are available for booking now at 416-523-0450 and may be combined with shows; visit www.casaloma.ca for reservations and more information.
Press release and photos provided by The Siren Group. Photos of Joey Niceforo and Sara Papini by AJ Lam. Copyright 2023.
