"Homosexuals, Women with Children, Short Insomniacs and a Teeny Tiny Band"

Next Sunday, I'm singing in a cabaret show, an annual benefit for Season of Concern produced by my good friend, Karen Bronson.

Of all of our fundraisers, this is one of my favorites. And not just because Karen invites me to sing with them every year.

It's my favorite because it's Karen's event, pulled together, created by her and always bringing in a ton of money for Season of Concern.

It's my favorite because the people who attend are always the best audience you could ever hope to play for. They are all longtime supporters of SOC and our mission to provide direct-care support to entertainment industry professionals experiencing catastrophic or emergency health-related issues.

And it's my favorite because I get to perform not only with Karen, but also with my friends Mark Mavetz, Doug Orlyk, Debbie Roberts, Stephen Schroeder and Lori Skubich. Each of them are wonderfully talented on their own, and together, they bring down the house.

This is the 10th anniversary of Karen's annual cabaret event for SOC. This year, the show features the music of Richard Rodgers and William Finn. Talk about "something old, something new."

Maybe I'll borrow my old genie costume from "Aladdin," so I can sing songs in my old Dime Store Disney glory. That will add "something borrowed and something blue" to the mix. Then, maybe I'll get married.

Not that I have a boyfriend yet, but you know... dare to dream...

Here's all the info. Reservations are filling up fast, especially for the evening show. Hope to see you there!

PLEASE JOIN US ON SUNDAY, JULY 26, 2009
for
THE MUSIC OF WILLIAM FINN & RICHARD RODGERS
The 10th Annual Season of Concern Benefit

$25.00 Suggested Donation
Includes concert, drinks, and hors d'oeuvres

featuring
Karen Bronson, Mark Mavetz, Doug Orlyk, Debbie Roberts,
Stephen Schroeder, Lori Skubich, with a special appearance by Stephen Rader

Graciously Hosted By
VILLAGE PLAYERS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
1010 W. Madison Street, Oak Park, IL
708-660-9054

Showtimes: 3PM and 7PM, Sunday, July 26th ONLY
Seating is Limited - Reservations are Required - Call Now!

ALL PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT SEASON OF CONCERN