THE LUXURIOUS THE SUMPTUOUS THE UNEXPECTED THE EXPERIENCE

FIRST FRIDAY RETURNS TO THE MALL AT MILLENIA WITH TROPICAL STEEL

3/31/2006

ORLANDO, FL (Dateline) – Diversion and excitement await you at The Mall at Millenia’s First Friday spring concert series, returning on May 5th with Tropical Steel. The Caribbean comes a little closer as the island sounds of Tropical Steel fill the air from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. outside the mall’s main entrance. Feel the warm breeze, sip on a tropical drink and let the music carry your worries away.

Tropical Steel has been performing in the Central Florida area for over 15 years. The band is formed around one of the world’s greatest steel drum musicians, Founder John Smith (a.k.a. John Steel). Along with John, you can also enjoy the talents of producers/songwriter, Shaun Fisher, who will be playing keys and singing lead and background vocals. On guitar, lead and rhythm will be the electrifying sounds of Tom Lanze, and on percussion and background vocals will be the smooth sounds of Eugene Phillips. Together they create an eclectic sound of Caribbean and world beat music.

Hosted by Smooth Jazz 103.1, First Friday guests can enjoy an evening filled with mouthwatering dining and lively cocktails for purchase from Blue Martini, The Cheesecake Factory, Brio Tuscan Grille, McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant, P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, California Pizza Kitchen, Johnny Rockets and Panera Bread. Presented by Land Rover Orlando and Lake Nona Golf and Country Club, the concert series will also feature informal modeling by The Maile School highlighting great spring fashions.

The Mall at Millenia, a world-class shopping destination with more than 150 shops, services and eateries, offers Orlando residents and visitors a dazzling experience unmatched in the marketplace. In addition to internationally recognized department stores, a well-rounded tenant mix and a line-up of nationally successful restaurants, The Mall at Millenia is further distinguished by its dramatic architecture, innovative uses of technology, and exemplary guest-friendly amenities and services.

The Forbes Company of Southfield, Michigan is managing partner of The Mall at Millenia. The developer is known for creating landmark retail properties designed with dramatic architecture, and offering internationally recognized anchor stores with a mix of world-renowned luxury merchants and nationally successful restaurants. For more information, please visit theforbescompany.com. Taubman Centers, Inc., (NYSE:TCO) is a partner with The Forbes Company in The Mall at Millenia. Taubman Centers, Inc. (NYSE: TCO), a real estate investment trust, owns, develops, acquires and operates regional shopping centers nationally. Taubman Centers is headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.