Celine's managment under Aldo Giampaolo (2014-2017)

[ryba]

Hi all,

 

As stated in his last interview, Celine’s new manager Aldo Giampaolo promised us a revolution in Celine's career.

 

I’ve created this new topic so that we can discuss Celine’s new management, the decisions and directions taken, and your thoughts about it, as well as your own wishes for the future.

 

[Cheri Marie]

I really liked the interview from Aldo Ryba posted to the News thread. It said a lot to me about his commitment to her and Rene. I was also very pleased he noticed her creative talent for events/parties. It sounds like he wants to create a new brand for her like a Martha Stewart kind of brand. This could go a long way for her as she ages. It also came across to me that Celine and Rene trusts Aldo very much, so I will too. If Rene picked him, then it's a go.

[ehild]

I really liked the interview from Aldo Ryba posted to the News thread. It said a lot to me about his commitment to her and Rene. I was also very pleased he noticed her creative talent for events/parties. It sounds like he wants to create a new brand for her like a Martha Stewart kind of brand. This could go a long way for her as she ages. It also came across to me that Celine and Rene trusts Aldo very much, so I will too. If Rene picked him, then it's a go.

Agreed. I'm glad we're finally starting to get to know more about him!

[Cheri Marie]

Isn't this article the most he's ever related about the transition to manager? He was pretty up front about everything. Surprised me to no end. It's almost as if they are trying to get us used to the idea of Rene not being around and Aldo being the front man now. It's going to be a crushing blow to all of us because his cancer fight has been relatively private. We all hoped that he would beat his cancer and I don't think any one of us ever thought he wouldn't. All medical info should be private anyway, but this article combined with the USA Today article really gets their point across.

[kevincheung410]

BIO - ALDO GIAMPAOLO

Aldo Giampaolo's 25 plus years of show business experience in Quebec is decidedly noteworthy, as are his in-depth knowledge of the industry and his broad network of local, national and international promoter and artist relationships.

After honing his skills for eight years beginning in 1978, as Director of Auditoriums and Arenas at the City of Verdun (near Montreal), Mr. Giampaolo became Vice-president of Operations at the Montreal Forum in 1986. From 1994 to 1996, he was also Executive Project Director of the "new Montreal Forum" (originally the Molson Centre and since 2002, the Bell Centre). In this capacity, Mr. Giampaolo received high praise from the community for the clever use of the facility's four principal configurations, for which he had developed and executed the construction plans. With a capacity ranging from 2,000 to 22,000 seats, this major arena is still recognized as one of the most multifunctional venues in North America.

As Executive Vice-president and General Manager of the Bell Centre from 1996 to 2001, Mr. Giampaolo continued to optimize venue operations and expand entertainment activities. From 2001 to 2004, he was named President of Gillett Entertainment Group (today,evenko) - which managed the entertainment business activities of the former Molson Centre - presenting more than 400 events annually, across Quebec, Eastern Canada & the U.S. Northeast, in both 2003 and 2004, as well as co-producing Star Académie (theQuebec version of American Idol) and the hugely successful French-language musical Don Juan.

Joining Cirque du Soleil in 2005, as General Manager, New Ventures Division, Mr. Giampaolo produced new live events and developed creative talent, as well as managed the partnership with Live Nation for Cirque's DELIRIUM, which toured large arenas across North America and Europe between 2006 and 2008. As Executive Producer from 2006 to 2011, Mr. Giampaolo was responsible for the development of new productions, including Wintuk, Banana Shpeel (in alliance with MSGE) and Zarkana - from concept - to production - to dress rehearsals - and finally to, its delivery to touring operations. In 2007 with the retirement of Saltimbanco imminent after 15 years of touring under the Big Top, M. Giampaolo devised and launched the Arena Tours Division, to produce and present an arena adaptation of this classic - extending the touring life cycles of this and the other CdS Big Top productions by as many as 5 years. Mr. Giampaolo was named Vice-President - Sales and Marketing, Touring Shows in 2011 and given the mandate to re-organize, to develop a new strategy for and to manage the sales, marketing and public relations (tickets, F&B and merchandising) of, all Cirque du Soleil big top and arena productions, touring globally.

In July of 2013, Mr. Giampaolo was appointed President & Chief Executive Officer of the newly launched Quebecor Media Inc., Sports & Entertainment Group, which consists of:

• Distribution Select - Canada's largest independent distributor of CDs and videos;
  
• Gestev Inc., Event Management - a sporting & cultural event management company presenter of the "Red Bull Crashed Ice", Ice Cross Downhill World Championship event & the "Snowboard Jamboree", FIS World Championships in Quebec City;
  
• Musicor, - one of Québec's largest music labels;
  
• Musicor Spectacles, - producer, promoter & presenter of local, national & international live entertainment events;
  
• Blainville-Boisbriand Armada, - Quebec Major Junior Hockey League team.
  
• AMQ, Amphithéâtre (Aréna) Multifonctionnel de Québec - Construction supervision, as well as, management, operation and maintenance of the Quebec City Multi-functional, Cultural & Sports Facility (new, 18,000+ seat arena), scheduled to be inaugurated in September 2015.
  

The close relationship that Celine Dion and René Angelil have with Aldo Giampaolo dates back to nearly 25 years. It was in 1993 that René decided to place his trust in Aldo and the innovative and ambitious concept he was proposing. Just a few months later, Céline would inaugurate the new Montreal Forum 'Theatre' (a configuration which, in time, was adopted by the majority of major arenas).

René has continued to demonstrate this same level of confidence throughout the years by granting Aldo the promotion of all of Celine's concerts in Quebec.

This relationship is just the logical and natural result of a great complicity, friendship and mutual respect.

Image with caption: "Aldo Giampaolo (CNW Group/Productions Feeling Inc.)". Image available at:http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20140611_C9578_PHOTO_EN_41325.jpg

SOURCE: Productions Feeling Inc. http://rt.newswire.ca/rt.gif?NewsItemId=C9578&Transmission_Id=201406111600CANADANWCANADAPR_C9578&DateId=20140611

http://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/aldo-giampaolo-named-chief-executive-officer-of-feeling-productions-inc-the-company-which-manages-the-career-of-celine-dion-514443101.html

[PuraVida]

Did he use the word "revolution"?

[chocolatechip15]

Interesting article from Le Journal de Montreal: http://www.journaldemontreal.com/2015/08/27/retour-a-las-vegas-rene-me-transmet-sa-force-celine-dion

 

Most of it is stuff we already knew from opening night, but at the end there's new info from Aldo. Changing the musicians was his idea (no surprise there). He said there are no more changes planned for the immediate future. He accepted the position because Celine and Rene gave him carte blanche - he wouldn't have accepted it otherwise -- he didn't want to be a messenger; he comes with his vision, and they approve.

 

He said that he doesn't feel that he has replaced Rene. He said, "I am not the manager of Celine Dion. I am the CEO of the company. I never wanted to be a manager." He also said Rene is still involved as much as possible in the business.

 

Re: the cancelled Asia tour - they are not going to plan that type of tour for the future b/c Celine can't be traveling every two days b/c she goes everywhere with her family. BUT -- he said that instead they will target places where she can settle with the family and visit neighboring cities - like London,Manchester & Dublin. Good news for UK fans!

[Modesta]

Yes, Yes Yes!!! Celine - Europe! Yes!

 

 

Chills, shakes, going Crazy!

 

Too much caffeine!

 

[broadwaybaby34]

Does anyone know Aldo's contact information? An email or anything? I've wanted to get in contact with him for a while now and have had no luck with finding his information. Edited September 1, 2015 at 07:00 AM by broadwaybaby34

[takeachance]

Dublin ?????????????!!!!!!!!!!!! I like Aldo !!!!

[ryba]

The next right move would definitely be releasing a CD/DVD package of the show as soon as possible, as long as Celine is still in good vocal shape after her hiatus

[browseceline]

Interesting article from Le Journal de Montreal: http://www.journalde...rce-celine-dion

 

Most of it is stuff we already knew from opening night, but at the end there's new info from Aldo. Changing the musicians was his idea (no surprise there). He said there are no more changes planned for the immediate future. He accepted the position because Celine and Rene gave him carte blanche - he wouldn't have accepted it otherwise -- he didn't want to be a messenger; he comes with his vision, and they approve.

 

He said that he doesn't feel that he has replaced Rene. He said, "I am not the manager of Celine Dion. I am the CEO of the company. I never wanted to be a manager." He also said Rene is still involved as much as possible in the business.

 

Re: the cancelled Asia tour - they are not going to plan that type of tour for the future b/c Celine can't be traveling every two days b/c she goes everywhere with her family. BUT -- he said that instead they will target places where she can settle with the family and visit neighboring cities - like London,Manchester & Dublin. Good news for UK fans!

 

nice for the UK.. but Holland is on the other side.. please visit Amsterdam as well Celine!

[CelineDionFreak]

 

 

nice for the UK.. but Holland is on the other side.. please visit Amsterdam as well Celine!

Omg I remember the AND DVD m&g "Holland? Awesome! Holland, oh two of you! Holland? Three! Are you from Holland...Holland... Holland...Holland... Ok do you all know each other?" LOL

[Peppercorn1991]

So far Aldo has made all the right choices! Rene wasn't wrong when he appointed him!

 

Kev x

[ryba]

So far Aldo has made all the right choices! Rene wasn't wrong when he appointed him!

 

Kev x

Yes, I definitely agree. I like the way they make effective use of social media and keep us updated with interesting stuff and current behind the scenes pics, and not the birthday dates of her brothers and sisters...

[québecflower]

Aldo seems the kind of guy who sees clearly and is not afraid to take decisions. He seems kind also.

[SuperLove4Celine]

Does anyone know Aldo's contact information? An email or anything? I've wanted to get in contact with him for a while now and have had no luck with finding his information.

 

Aldo Giampaolo

C/o The Colosseum at Caesars Palace

3570 Las Vegas Boulevard South

Las Vegas, NV 89109

[Shamrock_1982]

Do N.Ireland instead of the South this time!!!

 

She cancelled in 1999 and had yet to return and perform there... Southern fans can travel north for a change!

[Peppercorn1991]

Do N.Ireland instead of the South this time!!!

 

She cancelled in 1999 and had yet to return and perform there... Southern fans can travel north for a change!

 

Yeah I agree... But if it doesn't happen it's not like going all the way to Vegas haha

 

Kev x

[Angel2006]

Aldo said something about getting a instagram account up and running soon for Celine. Someone posted the link to her new instagram, but I can't find it. Can someone post it on here, or better yet, create a special topic just for Celine's official instagram?

[CSCfan]

Aldo said something about getting a instagram account up and running soon for Celine. Someone posted the link to her new instagram, but I can't find it. Can someone post it on here, or better yet, create a special topic just for Celine's official instagram?

 

Here's the official account.

 

Btw, Aldo was at every show till now and on the Aug 30 show, he sat in an aisle seat in Front Orch 4, really observing the show and taking notes. PLUS...I think there might be at least one interesting duet (see Robin's post here).

[celine4evauk]

 

 

Here's the official account.

 

Btw, Aldo was at every show till now and on the Aug 30 show, he sat in an aisle seat in Front Orch 4, really observing the show and taking notes. PLUS...I think there might be at least one interesting duet (see Robin's post here).

 

Hell yes to Sam Smith! Especially as he's a massive celine fan. Please please please make this happen - with a mega fabulous song,hopefully written by Sam.

I've got a lot of respect for Aldo. He's on the right path so far!

[Peppercorn1991]

 

 

Hell yes to Sam Smith! Especially as he's a massive celine fan. Please please please make this happen - with a mega fabulous song,hopefully written by Sam.

I've got a lot of respect for Aldo. He's on the right path so far!

 

I just hope Sam smith I relevant in two years time.... 2 years is a long time

 

 

Kev x

[ryba]

Guys, get this! Aldo is on LinkedIn! https://ca.linkedin....aolo/45/838/3a6 Let's ask about the CD/DVD of the show! Edited September 3, 2015 at 09:43 AM by ryba

[ryba]

If you want to get in touch with him, here is the address:

 

Corporate Headquarters

 

2540 Boulevard Daniel Johnson

Laval, Quebec H7T 2S3

 

Canada

 

Phone: 450-978-9555

Fax: 450-978-1055

 

Source: http://www.bloomberg...vcapId=54768895

[Unisono]

 

 

I just hope Sam smith I relevant in two years time.... 2 years is a long time

 

 

Kev x

 

You're right.

[Angel2006]

Does anyone know what that French article posted in the Official news section said about Celine's social media?

[Kristinaz]

If you want to get in touch with him, here is the address:

 

Corporate Headquarters

 

2540 Boulevard Daniel Johnson

Laval, Quebec H7T 2S3

 

Canada

 

Phone: 450-978-9555

Fax: 450-978-1055

 

Source: http://www.bloomberg...vcapId=54768895

 

Someone please write to him or get in touch with him on LinkedIn! Honestly i dont even know how Linked In works so im not sure if thats even possible. I'd do it myself but I'm occupied harassing Caesars, Celine and Feeling Productions on twitter plus I'm not good with letters I'm much better with shorter things that don't need to be grammatically perfect and professional sounding

[mirage]

I also told him a duet with Adele would be the best ever! Sort of mariah/whitney back in the day...

 

I totally forgot to tell him about songs like she should sing a part of Unison as well.

 

He was really really extremely interested in wich artists i was interested.

He mentioned Billboard Top 40, so he knows what is going on in music.

 

Also told him we are so happy with the acoustic medley. They are really watching us ;-)

 

My hope is that when they want to recorrd a dvd/cd they let us know in advance (like 12 months ahead) sell the first 15 rows just to the fans for a 'smaller' price, no highrollers just real dancing screaming fans :-)

[AllaneZ]

Is the man any good?