Branson, Mo … Christian Action Ministries, which operates the CAM Food Pantries in Branson and Forsyth, is seeking contemporary, traditional and southern gospel singing groups that are interested in competing for the 12 finalist positions in CAM’s 2nd Annual Gospel Sing-Off to be held on September 5th. Deadline for entries has been extended until July 16th in order to accommodate entries from a multi-state area, as well as local artists. The 12 finalists, to be selected by a preliminary judging panel, will perform at the beautiful Sight & Sound Theatres venue in Branson. Entry forms are available at www.christianactionministries.org and there is no entry fee for the contestants.
Bob Hubbard of the Foggy River Boys and The Jordanaires will again emcee the event. World-renowned tenor and Branson performer George Dyer will open the show and then join the celebrity judging panel, which also includes Ben Dutton of The Dutton Family, and Ronnie Page. Last year’s winners, Sons of the Silver Dollar, will wrap things up with an appearance at the end of the show and announcement of this year’s winners.
The Sing-Off will be held Sunday September 5th from 3 PM to 6 PM at Branson’s Sight & Sound Theatres, home to the show “Noah – The Musical”. First place will winner will receive $1,500, second place $1,000 and third place $500.
CAM’S Gospel Sing-Off is 2010’s major fundraiser to support the CAM Food Pantry, which provided services to 5,881 families in 2009, accounting for assistance to 14,817 individuals in Taney County. This marked an increase of 34% over 2008, and 2010 numbers are ranging even higher.
CAM is also looking for area businesses to help sponsor the event with an advertising presence in the show’s program. According to CAM Board Chairman Jack Burke, the goal for sponsorships is $30,000 and participation ranges from $2,000 , which includes a full-page ad, through $250 for an honorable mention. Burke reinforced that a successful fundraising is critical to the continuing operation of the CAM Food Pantries.
Tickets for the event are available through Sight & Sound Theatres reservations at 1-800-377-1277, at the Sight & Sound Theatres lobby box office, or through the Branson Tourism Center at 1-800-785-1550. Reserved seat tickets are a $12 donation for adults, $6 for children 12 and under.
For more information, contact the CAM offices at 417-334-1157
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