LFCC hosting first annual benefit for the Performing Arts September 15th

At 7 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 15, LFCC is hosting its first Annual Benefit for the Performing Arts. The show is being hosted by Russell Rinker, a professional actor and musician who has been taking part in LFCC performances since he was just a preschooler.

“The benefit will have kind of a cabaret format,” says Rinker, who was a longtime member of the world-famous Blue Man Group, has performed with the Los Angeles Opera and was in the national tour of “Amazing Grace.” “In addition to serving as host, I will be playing some solo music and singing and performing with other artists. Some of them will also be performing solos.”

The show will also feature some musical skits and comedy. Among the featured artists are Side Pony, George Hoffman and Elizabeth Albert.

Proceeds from the show will benefit the Andrea Ludwick Performing Arts Fund. Professor Ludwick retired this past spring after 45 years at Lord Fairfax teaching English, speech and theater.
She started the tradition of performing arts shows at the college more than 40 years ago, starting with faculty and staff she pressed into the acts, and growing to incorporate many members of the community. Several performers have been participating for decades – including Rinker.

“Andrea has been the driving force for the arts since the beginning, starting with classes, and then getting the Fairfax Follies Spring Show off the ground, and expanding into dinner theater, the forensics club and more,” he says. “She has been a real champion of the arts for decades. She certainly influenced me, presenting me with opportunities to perform, learn and grow. Her legacy is palpable.”

Tickets for the show are $20, and must be purchased in advance. The evening will include door prizes, free snacks and a cash bar.

To get tickets, or to find out more about donating to the performing arts fund, call (540) 868-4077, or visit www.lfcc.edu/donate.