White, The Broadway Boys And More To Appear At 'BROADWAY IN BRANFORD' Benefit 4/24

MusiKids, CT Inc. is proud to announce "BROADWAY in BRANFORD," a benefit to support the organization's scholarship program for musically-gifted students in Branford, CT. The evening will be hosted by Colin Sheehan and will feature Tony & Emmy Winner Lillias White, The Broadway Boys, and more. BROADWAY in BRANFORD will be held at Friday, April 24th at 8:00pm in the Branford High School Auditorium.

Come out to support MusiKids, CT Inc. and experience a night of amazing talent, raffles, auctions, and surprises!

Broadway in BRANFORD will feature Musical Direction by Kevin Bruno, with scheduled appearances by Andy Arena, Connor Gallagher, Kevin Hanley, Jessica Hershberg, Max Kumangai, Kayla King, Carolyn Kimmel, Ryan Lammer, Alicia Magliaro, Garen McRobers, Nick Meringolo, Kelsey Mulligan, Erin O'Neil, Christine Peruso,, Zak Resnic, Dani Spieler, Evan Schultz, Jake Wilson, Kristin Witterschein, and additional special guests.

'Colin's Cabaret: Broadway in Branford' marks Musikids' 9th production. The performance will feature nearly 30 of NYC's most talented stars singing, dancing, making you laugh, and ALL THAT JAZZ!

MusiKids has been in existence since 2002 and has held awe-inspiring benefits throughout the tri-state area all produced by Branford native, Colin Sheehan. "The past few productions have been in NYC, so we are THRILLED to be returning to the place where it all began. The best part of this event is that it is completely FREE! However, we will be accepting donations, with 100% of all proceeds going towards the charity" notes Sheehan.

MusiKids, CT Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit children's arts-in-education organization that was established in 2002 by Colin Sheehan. MusiKids, CT Inc. supports the growth of musically gifted students in Branford, CT by providing a scholarship program. These scholarships are used for college, musical instruments, private lessons, camps, and much more!

Since its existence, MusiKids, CT Inc. has provided 15 students with over $15,000 in scholarships. MusiKids, CT Inc. is all about getting kids involved with the arts, which is why over 100 students have had the opportunity to perform in our productions alongside some incredible professional talent. The organization has also inspired and encouraged numerous children during the numerous stimulating workshops that have been held throughout Branford Schools.

Colin Sheehan, President/Founder of MusiKids is an alumnus of Wagner College ('07), where he earned a B.A. in Theatre and Speech Performance. Colin currently works for Nickelodeon Family Cruise and has been the entertainment coordinator for R Family Vacations' cruises since 2005. While attending Wagner, Colin performed on the Main Stage in Jekyll and Hyde, South Pacific, and The Music Man. Colin directed/produced Kathy Brier and Friends for the Wagner College community in Spring 2007, and in 2003, made his Broadway debut performing in the closing night production of Les Miserables. Colin starred in Out of the Depths (2000) at the Shubert Theatre (New Haven). In 1999, he appeared many times on "The Rosie O'Donnell Show" and traveled with her to Universal Studios: Island of Adventure in Florida to co-host for the week. Colin has directed and produced nearly 10 benefit productions in the tri-state area and has hosted directed and produced many performances on the Nickelodeon and R Family cruises.

For further information about MusiKids please visit www.musikidsct.org.

If you cannot attend this event, but would like to donate please contact us at MusiKidsCT@aol.com or (203) 415-7096.

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