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Mikhail Gorbachev is one of the few people who can justify the label 'The man who changed the world'. In March 2011, he will turn 80. Outstanding representatives of the world of culture, science, sport, entertainment and politics from around the globe will join together at the Royal Albert Hall 2011 to celebrate the life of the Nobel Peace Prize winner and transformational 20th Century figure. The evening will presented by special guests including Sharon Stone. This fantastic gala evening will bring together the greatest artists from East and West, who will perform unique duets on the Royal Albert Hall stage to honour Gorbachev's achievements. Together, they will celebrate the seven stages of Mr Gorbachev's life including his childhood, rise to high office, the reforms of Perestroika, his international peace efforts and the charitable work of the Gorbachev Foundation.

Cast/Performers

Bryan Ferry, Katherine Jenkins, Scorpions, Melanie C, Maestro Valery Gergiev, Bolshoi and Mariinsky Soloists, Dmitry Hvorostovsky, Andrey Makarevich, Mashina Vremeni, Igor Krutoi, Andrey Gavrilov

Creatives/Company

Company(s): London Symphony Orchestra, Turetsky Choir