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We are delighted to bring you the vocal artistry
of Dominic Mantuano, one of today's most versatile opera vocalists. Dominic
honors the classical tradition of his operatic training while successfully
using his talent to cross over into the world of Pop and Easy Listening. This allows him to introduce a younger audience
to his superbly trained voice, singing selections that they know and
love.
Dominic Mantuano, America’s Tenor, has
been singing in one form or another since the age of four. Throughout
his life, he has and continues to strive to advance his career in the
entertainment world. Dominic’s voice and career were forever changed
when vocal coach and mentor Suzanne Ferris-Hammer, introduced him to
the great voice of Mario Lanza. The moment Dominic heard the voice of
Mario Lanza, he fashioned his voice in that image.
Dominic Mantuano created his own cabaret show,
performing the songs of Mario Lanza in their original keys. These shows
were held in some of the finest NYC Cabarets such as Don’t Tell
Mama, Duplex Cafe, Danny’s Skylight Cafe, Cafe 44, and Eighty Eights.
He has also played The New Palace of the Performing Arts of New Jersey
and most recently at Odettes.
After the success of the cabaret runs, Dominic Mantuano
went into
the wonderful world of the professional dinner theater
with Palame Enterprises. Some of the great shows he performed in were
'Singing
In The Rain', 'Yankee Doodle Dandy', and a starring role in an original
production called 'Ellis Island'.
After professional dinner theater, Dominic
Mantuano entered into a competition called The World Championships of
Performing Arts. This competition hosted 1500 performers, in seven different
categories, such as dancing, acting, comedy, modeling, vocal, vocal groups,
and bands. Thirty countries attended and for the first time, they awarded
an overall champion to represent every contestant. This title was awarded
to Dominic, crowning him Grand Champion Performer of the World.
A week after the championship, Dominic Mantuano
was asked to return to California to perform at the Athletes and Entertainers
for Kids Shaqtacular 4, with such celebrities as Shaquille O’Neal,
Paula Abdul, Bruce Jenner, and Jeffery Osborne. After the Shaqtacular
4, Damon Lanza, son of Mario Lanza, and long friend of the Lanza’s,
Bob Dolfi, bestowed Dominic with the honor of singing at the Mario Lanza
38th Anniversary Pre-Ball Dinner in Philadelphia, a dream come true for
Dominic. Since the 38th Mario Lanza Ball, Dominic has had the honor of
performing annually in the church were Mario Lanza first sang at the
age of 16. At the 40th annual ball, he co-hosted the pre-ball dinner
with Katherine Grayson, co-star of Mario Lanza. He has most recently
performed at the Claridge Casino in Atlantic City and was a guest performer
at the Atlantic City Film Festival.
Another accomplishment has been the D.A.M.
Productions L.L.C. release of Dominic’s first album, Second Star
To The Right.., featuring the songs of Mario Lanza. Dominic has been
recognized in Who’s Who In Music, awarded the National Choral Award
and the Governor’s Award for Opera in New Jersey.
During his career, Dominic Mantuano has also
studied with great teachers such as Jerome Hines, Steve Mosel, Yass Haskashima,
Dr. David Blackburn, and Marcello Garafalo. Most recently, he has begun
studying acting with Ms. Lanie Kazan. For the past few years, Dominic
has sung across the United States and is involved with many new projects.
The most important accomplishment Dominic will always strive for is to
make people happy with the gift he has been blessed with.
What People Are Saying
"Dominic Mantuano who not only exchanges
a few barbed jokes but sings Recondita Armonia from Tosca beautifully,
and without interruption. He has a very bright future indeed."
-- Stuart Duncan, Princeton Packet
"Aria Man performs for charity. Mr. Mantuano
only selfish dream is to plug into the operetta Les Miserables. He sees
his career on stage as a continuation of opera singer, movie star Mario
Lanza."
-- Elizabeth A. Martello, The Home News
"Thank you for appearing in the sexy
talented men segment of "Surprise, Surprise, Surprise". You
were a wonderful addition to a wonderful show. The show was wonderfully
taped and I am sure the viewers will be responding in kind about the
great job you did, the talent you personably posses and hopefully you
will be a guest again at some point for "Surprise, Surprise, Surprise".
-- Sierra Donna, T.V. Talk Show
"Powerfully dramatic moments are provided
by Dominic Mantuano."
-- Anita Tecce, The Home News
"A call to arms. When the folks at McCarter
decide to hold a fund raiser, they call on Luciano Pavorotti: when the
Villiagers need extra money to complete their ambitious list of projects
in Somerset, they rely on Dominic Mantuano. The super talented young
man has been a frequent visitor to the main stage (most recently in Master
Class), and he is well on his way to stardom. Plans will be announced
shortly for a major film/TV project focusing on the career of Mario Lanza.
Mr. Mantuano is scheduled for the lead. The result was a 90 minute splash
of talent and excitement."
-- Stuart Duncan, Princeton Packet
"Rousing Music Man production strikes
right chord at Count Basie"...Dominic Mantuano blustery and exasperated
as the angry salesman Charlie Cowell."
-- Bob Coyne, Courier...
"With the title "America's Tenor" he
will perform throughout the world promoting
a new style of singing of classical music."
-- Eric Lamberg, Courier
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