The cast and crew of The Lion King, now in Charlotte, NC, will host The Lion Sings Tonight - a cabaret-style show featuring a generous mix of Rock 'n Roll, Pop and R&B numbers, as well as dance and comedy.
This very special one-time event will begin at 7:30 pm on Monday, August 6 at the McGlohon Theatre at Spirit Square, 345 N. College Street, Charlotte, NC. Ticket prices are $25 for just the performance or $50 for premium tickets, which include an after-party reception with the cast."Audience members will enjoy over 15 performances, including performances by cast, orchestra and crew, as well as a special celebrity guest performance. In addition, they'll also have an opportunity to win a variety of door prizes, including tickets and rare Lion King merchandise. All proceeds will benefit RAIN and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA)," state press notes"RAIN engages the community to transform lives and promote respect and dignity for all people touched by the AIDS crisis through compassionate care, education and leadership development. Its services include Care Teams which are groups of individuals from congregations or other caring groups who are trained by RAIN to support to persons living with HIV/AIDS. CareTeams provide practical, emotional, spiritual support to CarePartners (individual living with HIV/AIDS). CareTeams can provide assistance to one or more CarePartners or can provide specialized tasks such as: Transportation, Pastoral Care/Companionship or Events. RAIN coordinates programs in 100 different congregations from 20 denominations & faith traditions, in 13 counties in North & South Carolina."
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA) is the nation's leading industry-based, not-for-profit AIDS fundraising and grant making organization. BC/EFA is the on-going, committed response from the American Theatre community to an urgent worldwide health crisis. By drawing upon the talents, resources, and generosity of this community, BC/EFA raises funds for AIDS-related causes across the United States. Since its founding in 1988, BC/EFA has raised over $100 million for critically needed services for people with AIDS, HIV or HIV-related illnesses. The North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center serves the Carolinas as a leading cultural, entertainment and education provider. For more information, visit BlumenthalCenter.org or call (704) 372-1000. The Center receives operating support from the Arts & Science Council and the North Carolina Arts Council. Tickets forThe Lion Sings Tonight may be purchased by visiting BlumenthalCenter.org or by calling (704) 372-1000.