World-Renowned Diva Loreena McKennitt to Perform at Harbiye Cemil Topuzlu Open-Air Theatre on July 2nd as Part of Her World Tour!
Canadian singer and composer Loreena McKennitt, known for her eclectic Celtic music, has sold nearly 20 million albums worldwide over her 30-year career. As part of her "The Mask and Mirror 30th Anniversary Tour" organized by Pasion Turca, she is set to perform her most special songs for her Istanbul audience at Harbiye Cemil Topuzlu Open-Air Theatre on July 2nd, following the release of her latest album, "The Road Back Home."
Released in 2024, "The Road Back Home" reflects a musical return to Loreena's roots, revisiting the early days of her career and the characteristic communal culture of the folk world. The album, consisting of 10 songs, is available on digital platforms as well as in CD and vinyl formats.
Loreena McKennitt's albums and mystical songs have resonated with a wide audience not only in North and South America but also in Europe and Australia. Her 2018 album "Lost Souls" was highly acclaimed and brought her closer to her fans in Turkey.
The album presents a rich and eclectic array of contemporary ideas, spanning from Indo-European tribes to Bedouins. Featuring instruments like the nyckelharpa (a Swedish folk instrument), oud, qanun, flamenco guitar, and various percussion, Loreena McKennitt also plays the piano, keyboard, accordion, and harp, in addition to her vocals.
In March 2019, Loreena released the album "Live At The Royal Albert Hall," capturing her performance at one of the world's most iconic venues. In December 2022, she introduced the album "Under A Winter's Moon," where she not only performed but also took on the role of producer, playing the harp, keyboard, and accordion.
Loreena McKennitt's illustrious career has earned her numerous awards, including Canada's prestigious Juno Award and the Billboard International Achievement Award, with two Grammy nominations as well. Her albums have reached gold, platinum, and multi-platinum sales across four continents.
Beyond her musical achievements, Loreena McKennitt founded the independent record label Quinlan Road in 1985, where she managed everything from marketing to promotion, earning her recognition as a successful businesswoman in the music industry.
Loreena McKennitt will perform her most cherished songs for her Istanbul fans, with the event sponsored by Pasion Turca, Star TV, NTV, and PowerApp media.
Event Rules
Arrival Time: If you arrive after the event has started, the organizer and ticketing company are not responsible if you cannot sit in your purchased seat. Latecomers are not guaranteed their seat, so please arrive before the concert starts.
Age Restriction: Children under 6 years old are not permitted. All attendees aged 6 and above must have a ticket.
Entry Policy: The organizer reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone they deem unsuitable, with a refund of the ticket price.
Program Changes: The organizer reserves the right to make changes to the program if unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances arise.
Ticket Prices: The organizer reserves the right to change ticket prices.
Ticket and Wristband: Keep your ticket and/or wristband with you at all times during the event.
Outside Food and Drink: Bringing outside food and drinks into the venue is prohibited.
Prohibited Items: Selfie sticks and GoPro poles, professional audio and video equipment (video cameras and photo cameras), and any recording devices are not allowed in the venue.
Recording Restrictions: Recording the event is not permitted. Visual-audio recording devices may be confiscated if the artist's management deems it necessary.
Prohibited Items: No flammable, explosive (deodorant, spray, perfume, cologne, etc.), sharp, or dangerous items, thermoses, motorcycle helmets, or laser pointers are allowed.
Identification: All attendees must carry ID and present it if requested.
Personal Belongings: Attendees are responsible for their personal belongings.
Security Checks: Everyone entering the venue will be subject to a security search.
Pets: Pets are not allowed, except for guide dogs.
Sound and Light Effects: The sound systems may cause temporary hearing issues, and the light systems may cause temporary visual problems.
Official Ticket Points: Tickets must be purchased from official sales points designated by the organizer. The organizer reserves the right to remove from the venue those with tickets not purchased from official points.
Re-entry Policy: If attendees leave the venue, they will lose their right to re-entry and must purchase a new ticket to re-enter.
Ticket Policy: Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Lost tickets will not be replaced. Tickets cannot be used for advertising, competitions, sweepstakes, promotions, etc., without written permission. Tickets used for such purposes will be canceled, and legal action will be taken.
Photo and Video Usage: By attending the event, participants agree that their photos and videos can be used in promotional materials by the event organizer.
Non-professional Recording: Please refrain from making recordings that disturb other participants or artists and infringe on privacy.
By metro: To reach Harbiye Cemil Topuzlu Open Air Theatre, you can use the M2 Yenikapı-Seyrantepe-Hacıosman metro line and get off at Osmanbey or Taksim stations.
By bus: If you want to go to Harbiye Cemil Topuzlu Open Air Theater by bus, you can get on buses 129T, 30A, 30M, 54E, 70KY, 89C and 93T.
By taxi: Since Harbiye Cemil Topuzlu Open Air Theater is a popular location, you can easily reach it by taking a taxi.
