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Singer Barry Manilow, 82, was slated to begin his farewell “Last Concerts” tour on Monday in Belmont Park, New York, with a Maine date on Sunday.

Unfortunately, the legendary singer had to postpone his tour for health reasons.

In the meantime, enjoy these photos by Press Herald staff photographer Merry Farnum from a previous Manilow appearance in Portland on Nov. 30, 1981, at what was then called the Cumberland County Civic Center.

Barry Manilow sings from atop his piano during a concert at the Cumberland County Civic Center on Nov. 30, 1981. (Merry Farnum/Staff Photographer)
Manilow gestures during his concert. (Merry Farnum/Staff Photographer)
Manilow at the Cumberland County Civic Center. (Merry Farnum/Staff Photographer)
Manilow belts out crowd favorites during the concert on Nov. 30, 1981. (Merry Farnum/Staff Photographer)
Manilow is all smiles during the performance. (Merry Farnum/Staff Photographer)

Aimsel Ponti is a music writer and content producer for the Portland Press Herald. She has been obsessed with – and inspired by – music since she listened to Monkees records borrowed from the town...

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