Céline Dion returned to Las Vegas' The Colosseum last night for the first time since losing her husband, René Angélil to cancer in January. In tribute to Angelil, the legendary singer live streamed the first 20 minutes of the show on CelineDion.com. Watch it in full below.
The show opened with a slideshow featuring family photos and various TV appearances, along with a quote from Dion which read: "I understood that my career was in a way his masterpiece, his song, his symphony. The idea of leaving it unfinished would have hurt him terribly. I realized that if he ever left us, I would have to continue without him, for him."
The special presentation concluded with the singer's classic songs, "Where Does My Heart Beat Now" and "Because You Loved Me."About "Celine": Set to stunning backdrop visuals custom designed for The Colosseum, "Celine" is directed by longtime GRAMMY AWARDS producer Ken Ehrlich. It features 31 musicians, including a full orchestra. Dion's voice, the exquisite band, elegant couture gowns and jaw-dropping sets Fuse together for a memorable performance you have to see to believe. With flawless execution, Dion sings everything from her beloved '90s ballads including "The Power of Love" and "Because You Loved Me" to her edgier, new material from the "Loved Me Back To Life" album.
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