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STAGE TUBE: Dick Van Dyke, at 89, Wows Them at Disney D23 Expo with CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG

By: Aug. 24, 2015
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At the recent D23 EXPO 2015 at the Anaheim Convention Center, passers-by with great timing were treated to this performance of the title tune of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG by Dick Van Dyke and The Vantastix.

Broadway, television and Hollywood legend Dick Van Dyke is one of America's most beloved entertainers, and at age 89 he still brings plenty of happiness to others with his joyful style.

The Vantastix is made up of Eric Bradley, Bryan Chadima, and Mike Mendyke. They've been singing with Dick Van Dyke since 2000.

From Vantastix.com: The Vantastix is the result of a chance meeting of Dick and Mike at a Malibu coffee shop. The group that started "just for fun" has built up an impressive and enjoyable repertoire of children's songs and standards.

Of course, once word got out that Dick was singing with a vocal group, the offers began pouring in. Among the benefits and charity events at which they have performed: City of Hope Hospital, the Beverly Hilton for the Society of Singers concert honoring Dame Julie Andrews; the Hollywood Bowl as part of an evening of TV theme songs; and at the awarding of a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Rose Marie. Television appearances include the TV Land Awards, Larry King Live, and a performance of the National Anthem for the NBA Playoffs.

The group continues to perform at benefits and children's events, and has just released a children's album of all new recordings of some of their favorite children's songs and standards.




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