Symphony in the Gardens: Rock Symphony with Justin Di Donato and Cleopatra Williams @Casa Loma-Monday, June 24th,2024


We had the pleasure to attend the performance of Justin Di Donato and Cleopatra Williams for an evening of Rock and Roll with the Maestro and the orchestra for that amazing symphony sound belting out the best from Elton John, The Beatles, Lady Gaga, Led Zeppelin and more.

Monday evenings in the summer, Casa Loma plays host to the Casa Loma Symphony Orchestra, under the artistic direction of Maestro Paolo Busato, in the spectacular Glass Pavilion. Enjoy stunning views of the city, majestic castle and the beautiful gardens while listening to the Casa Loma Symphony.

Upcoming events:

Monday, July 1st – Symphony in the Gardens: A Love Song to Italy with Rocco Rupolo

Monday, July 8th – Symphony in the Gardens: Dazzling Divaswith 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.

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