In Pics: Andrea Bocelli wows Dublin's 3Arena on his 30th anniversary tour
Andrea Bocelli celebrated his 30th anniversary with a much-anticipated concert in Dublin on Sunday evening.
The celebrated tenor took to the stage at the 3Arena for the first of his two sold-out shows.
A captivating video montage, celebrating three decades of unforgettable operatic moments featuring Andrea, opened the special occasion. Andrea Bocelli and Carlo Bernini performing at the 3Arena in Dublin. Pic: GMCD
The audience were treated to a stirring tribute to his extraordinary journey and enduring legacy on the world stage.
Bocelli has set countless records, including selling more than 90 million albums to date and generating more than 16 billion streams. Andrea Bocelli performing at the 3Arena in Dublin. Pic: GMCD
He has also performed for four presidents of the United States, three Popes, the British royal family, as well as at prestigious sporting ceremonies like the Olympics and the World Cup. Andrea Bocelli and Carlo Bernini performing at the 3Arena in Dublin. Pic: GMCD
On Sunday evening, Andrea Bocelli looked dapper in a gold jacket and bow tie. Andrea Bocelli performing at the 3Arena in Dublin. Pic: GMCD
He was joined on stage by the Czech National Symphony Orchestra and the Dun Laoghaire Choral Society. Andrea Bocelli and Carlo Bernini performing at the 3Arena in Dublin. Pic: GMCD
The show was conducted by Carlo Bernini. Andrea Bocelli and Carlo Bernini performing at the 3Arena in Dublin. Pic: GMCD
Soprano Mariam Battistelli also featured throughout the concert. Mariam Battistelli performing at the 3Arena in Dublin. Pic: GMCD
Andrea Bocelli will play a second sold-out show at Dublin's 3Arena on Monday, April 28. Andrea Bocelli performing at the 3Arena in Dublin. Pic: GMCD
His tour will continue with concerts in the UK, Portugal and Poland. Andrea Bocelli and Carlo Bernini performing at the 3Arena in Dublin. Pic: GMCD
Next month, Bocelli will head Stateside for a run of shows before returning to Italy to perform.
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