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Evansville NAACP to Host "History in the Making!"
1 st Annual Adult Talent Show in 2022
Evansville,Indiana – The Education Committee of the NAACP Evansville Branch, 3048-B will host its first annual public adult talent show in 2022. History in the Making! is planned to take place on Saturday, February 26, 2022, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., venue TBD. In addition to highlighting the history of Black entertainment, this multicultural event will feature local artist of all talents – singing, dancing, comedy, drama, etc. Prizes include a $1,000 First (1st) place prize and a Community Choice prize of $500 (Community Choice selection will be determined via online voting and open to the public).
This is sure to be a fun, entertaining, and very exciting night. Tickets go on sale the week of January 31, 2022. In-person audience capacity is limited. All others will be able to purchase a “Virtual” ticket to view/vote online.
We are looking for great entertainers! All are welcome. Must be 18 years of age or older.
Auditions are scheduled to take place Friday, January 21st, 2022, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, January 22nd, 2022, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Anyone interested in audition information, should email the word “audition” to: NAACP3048B@Gmail.com. There is a $25 non-refundable audition fee.
The mission of the Education Committee is to “Ensure all children get a real chance to receive a top quality, fulfilling education by bridging the learning and opportunity gaps provided”. According to Education Chair, Arveneda McDonald, “The funds raised will help support the wonderful youth programs of the
Evansville Branch:
• Provide annual college scholarships of $1,000 each to 2 high school seniors,
• Help fund an annual Evansville NAACP Field Day to include – a college/career fair, youth rally, and youth
talent showcase, and
• Increase opportunities to build our local ACTSO program.” Sponsorship opportunities are available by contacting us at Sponsorships@NAACPEvansville.com.
The mission of the Education Committee is to “Ensure all children get a real chance to receive a top quality, fulfilling education by bridging the learning and opportunity gaps provided”. According to Education Chair, Arveneda McDonald, “The funds raised will help support the wonderful youth programs of the
Evansville Branch:
• Provide annual college scholarships of $1,000 each to 2 high school seniors,
• Help fund an annual Evansville NAACP Field Day to include – a college/career fair, youth rally, and youth
talent showcase, and
• Increase opportunities to build our local ACTSO program.” Sponsorship opportunities are available by contacting us at Sponsorships@NAACPEvansville.com.