Monarch Landing's Artist Series Features World Class Performers
John Torri would prefer professional entertainers come to his home, rather than traveling into the city to see them. The resident of Monarch Landing retirement community in Naperville is co-chairman of the entertainment committee and coordinator of the Artist Series. Now in its 10th year, the six-show Artist Series which runs over the course of the year, stars professional entertainers from around the world. On Sunday, May 7th, Monarch Landing's 2017 Artist Series kicks off with Denny Diamond Trio, a renowned Neil Diamond Tribute group.
The idea for the Artist Series came about from Marlin Reishus, co-chairman of the entertainment committee and Monarch Landing resident, who regularly traveled to Florida in the winter. "He has worked with a church there, and would come back every year raving about the entertainment he'd seen," said Judy Torri who works with her husband on the Entertainment Committee. "Eventually, he started talking to the talent in Florida to find out when they'd be in the Midwest. We decided we'd book them for our own shows."
Each season of entertainment includes great variety. This year will feature world-class pianist Huntley Brown on June 4, 13-piece big band Del Bergeson Orchestra with vocalist Sandi Haynes on July 16, Leaders of the Pack girl-group legacy singers on September 3, Chicago-based singer Peter Oprisko on October 1, and one of the nation's premiere ventriloquist, David Pendleton on November 17.
Each Artist Series performance is open to the public. Tickets are available for $20/show or $100/season and must be reserved in advance. "I enjoy having the professionals come here. These are people I'd typically have to get into the car and drive to see in downtown Chicago. Now I can just walk down the hall. That's very exciting," Judy Torri said. "On the other hand, I'm also probably seeing shows that I wouldn't otherwise get to see because I wouldn't bother to drive to their performances. I'm thrilled with the diversity of entertainers that we are able to offer the residents and the community as well. That's the fun part of it."
Monarch Landing is located at 2255 Monarch Drive in Naperville. For ticket information call John or Judy Torri at 630-778-3798. For additional information about Monarch Landing visit www. WelcomeToMonarchLanding.com.
Monarch Landing is a Life Plan Community located on a scenic campus in Naperville, Illinois-named "one of America's best places to live and retire" by Modern Maturity, and "the best city for early retirement" by Kiplinger. Monarch Landing offers independent living, promoting a vibrant life style for active seniors. The Springs at Monarch Landing offers assisted living memory support, enriched living, respite, rehabilitation and skilled nursing services, thus providing complete continuing care for seniors. Monarch Landing is owned by Senior Care Development and managed by Life Care Services. For additional information visit www.WelcomeToMonarchLanding.com or www.TheSpringsatMonarchLanding.com.