Tony Bennett tribute to perform at College of DuPage campus Feb. 16

The McAninch Arts Center on the College of DuPage campus in Glen Ellyn will present Michael Feinstein in “Because of You: My Tribute to Tony Bennett” at 4 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 16.

According to a news release, the performance features Bennett’s iconic hits including “Because of You,” “Rags to Riches,” “I Left My Heart in San Francisco,” “The Best is Yet to Come,” “I Get a Kick Out of You,” “Stranger in Paradise” and many more.

The performance will feature select video projections to augment Feinstein narrative and comments throughout the show. Feinstein’s lush musical interpretations are supported by a trio of Carnegie Hall Ensemble musicians, creating an unforgettable concert that honors Bennett’s legacy and is perfect for Valentine’s Day weekend.

Feinstein’s close friendship with Bennett adds a profound layer to this tribute, bringing authenticity and depth to the performance. Not only does Feinstein’s interpretation of Bennett’s timeless repertoire pay homage to an era of classic songwriting, but it also preserves the rich cultural heritage that these songs represent. The show also honors the history of Carnegie Hall, which has featured on its stage musical legends from 20th and 21st Century from Benny Goodman to Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong to Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and, of course, Bennett.

Bennett (1926-2023) was an American singer best known for his song “I Left My Heart in San Francisco.” He has introduced a multitude of songs into the Great American Songbook that have since become standards for pop music. During his career, he won 20 Grammy Awards, a Lifetime Achievement Award, and two Primetime Emmy Awards. He is one of the limited number of artists to have new albums charting in the ’50s, ’60s, ’70s, ’80s, ’90s, and first two decades of the 21st century.

Feinstein, the multi-platinum-selling, two-time Emmy and five-time Grammy Award-nominated entertainer dubbed “The Ambassador of the Great American Songbook,” is recognized as one of the premier interpreters of American standards. His 200-plus shows a year have included performances at Carnegie Hall, Sydney Opera House and the Hollywood Bowl as well as the White House and Buckingham Palace, according to the release.

McAninch Arts Center is located at 425 Fawell Blvd. on the campus of College of DuPage.Limited tickets remain in the B section priced at $85. To order tickets or for more information, visit AtTheMAC.org or call 630-942-4000.