Paul Anka to Perform at NJPAC

One of America's favorites is back on stage! The singer and songwriter performs his greatest hit spanning more than five decades, from "Diana"and "Put Your Head on My Shoulder " to "Having My Baby" and "This is It."

In a show loaded with romance, Paul Anka takes fans on a musical journey with a repertoire drawn from his year as a teen hitmaker ("Lonely Boy"), to in-demand songwriter, to the release of his latest albums, Rock Swings and Classic Songs, My Way. Anka's contribution to the music world began with his first hit "Diana," which rocketed him to the top of the charts. But it was his talent as a composer and lyricist that took his career to new heights penning the hit "It Doesn't Matter Anymore" for Buddy Holly and theme for Johnny Carson's Tonight Show. His other hits include Tom Jones's "She's a Lady", Donny Osmond's cover of "Puppy Love", Barbra Streisand's "Jubilation," and the English lyrics to "My Way", which was made famous by Frank Sinatra and is one of the most memorable songs in modern music history. Other noteworthy artists who have performed Anka's songs include Elvis Presley, Nina Simone, Sid Vicious, Robbie Williams and Celine Dion.

Anka has received numerous honors over the years. Originally from Ottawa, he was appointed to the Order of Canada, which recognizes the lifetime achievements and contributions by people in all sectors of Canadian society; and he was a 2005 inductee into the Canadian Hall of Fame. He is also has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, was honored by the government of France with the title of Chevalier in the Order of Arts and Letters, and was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1993.

Show Page: http://www.njpac.org/events/detail/paul-anka

Also Coming to NJAPC
December 3 at 3pm Broadway Sings The Muppet Christmas Carol with Judy Gold, Ryann Redmond, Bret Shuford and More
December 4 at 3pm Cinderella - State Ballet Theatre of Russia
December 9 at 8pm The Piano Guys
December 17 at 2pm & 8pm Forces of Nature Dance Company with Special Guest Les Nubians
December 17 at 3pm The Hip Hop Nutcracker Featuring Kurtis Blow
December 18 at 3pm Handel's Messiah with Members of the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra
December 18 at 3pm & 7pm Jose Feliciano: Feliz Navidad Show

About NJPAC
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), located in downtown Newark, New Jersey, is among the largest performing arts centers in the United States and is the artistic, cultural, educational and civic center of New Jersey - where Great Performances and events enhance and transform lives every day. NJPAC brings diverse communities together, providing access to all and showcasing the state's and the world's best artists while acting as a leading catalyst in the revitalization of its home city. Through its extensive Arts Education programs, NJPAC is shaping the next generation of artists and arts enthusiasts. NJPAC has attracted more than 10 million visitors (including over 1.5 million children) since opening its doors in 1997, and nurtures meaningful and lasting relationships with each of its constituents. NJPAC is a proud partner of Newark Celebration 350.

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