One of Donny Osmond’s biggest hits was the Paul Anka-penned tune “Puppy Love,” but another Anka hit, “My Way,” is a better reflection of the performer’s career. His path from a 1970s teen idol to a successful television and stage performer shows that the Utah native was able to “take the blows” and carve out a memorable career despite numerous setbacks and challenges. Now, the 66-year-old entertainer is bringing his high-energy, award-winning Las Vegas show to Meadow Brook Amphitheatre on Saturday, June 15.
The Rochester Hills concert is the sixth stop of his 48-city summer tour, where Osmond offers a fast-paced retrospective of his 60-plus-year career that includes opportunities for fan interaction. “It’s a fun show,” Osmond remarked, adding, “My favorite segment is where the audience dictates what we do. I display all 65 of my albums and let the audience choose the songs we perform.
” After nearly three years in residence with the family-friendly fare at Harrah’s Showroom, Osmond was anxious to hit the road. “Not everybody can come to Las Vegas, and I wanted people to see why this is an award-winning show. I am really proud of the show, and my team.
” Osmond’s appreciation for his fans is part of his motivation; celebrating his career with as many of them as possible before he winds it down is his goal. Although he has not made definitive plans, retirement is on his mind. “I see the light at the end of the tunnel,” he admitted.
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