Second Show Added for Tommy Fleming Concert

Due to popular demand, Irish singing sensation Tommy Fleming is touring in Peabody for two days now.

Mayor Ted Bettencourt's office announced Thursday that the "Voice of Ireland" would also perform Sept. 7 in addition to Sept. 8.

"I am excited by the overwhelming demand for tickets for this internationally acclaimed entertainer and am thrilled to be able to offer the opportunity for many more people to join us as we expand the annual celebration of our city's diversity and extend a warm Peabody welcome to Tommy Fleming," said Bettencourt.

Fleming's performance will be part of the 29th Annual International Festival.

The show on Sept. 7 begins at 8 p.m. in Wiggin Auditorium at while the next day's show is at 7 p.m. Tickets are available now for both concerts.

Bettencourt also says that Fleming will be bringing some fellow musicians with him: David Hayes of Riverdance fame and Ewan Cowley, who plays with Celtic Woman and the High Kings.

Also, if you'd like to meet Fleming face-to-face, he will be meeting and greeting fans after each show.

Stop by Wiggin Auditorium to purchase your ticket or call the mayor's office at 978-538-5704. Tickets range from $20-$30. Orders will not be accepted via voicemail or email.

There will be a cash bar, with beer, wine, soft drinks and water the night of the concert, but no dinner.