BRIDGING THE GENERATIONAL GAP WAS SO MUCH FUN!

The fabulous ladies of the NEW JERSEY CAMEO CLUB were out in full regalia to volunteer for a worthwhile cause, and combined their talents with the Applaud Our Kids Foundation to help raise money for their scholarship program.  The evening show was held at the Laurita Winery in New Egypt, on Thursday, June 14th.  The two groups gave a two hour show of great music from Broadway, movies, and the classics.  Each performer was unique in their own vocal style and song delivery, and the audience appreciation ranged from generous applause to standing ovations.

 

Dr. Debra Canale, MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA 2019, rocked the house with her dance routine.  Although she is not in this photo, the results of her routine are highly visible.  She went out into the audience and encouraged everyone to dance.  Many from six to ninety plus, came up to the stage to clap, bump and grind, showing off their own individual styles.

The GRANDE DAMES CHORUS is a benefit that is open to the members of the NEW JERSEY CAMEO, who like to sing.  It was formed in 2008, and is under the direction of Josephine Araniti/MSNJSA'07.  They opened the second half of the show with, "With Love, From Motown",  a 3 song medley which included: Baby Love, Where Did Our Love Go?, and Stop! In the Name of Love.   

  

The finale of the evening was when the 2 groups teamed together and performed "Broadway Blockbusters", a 5 song medley which included: "One", from A Chorus Line; theme song from Beauty and the Beast, "Tradition", from Fiddler on the Roof'; "Sun and Moon", from Miss Saigon; and "Do You Hear the People Sing?" from Les Miserables.

As the medley ended, both groups joined hands together, and proudly received a standing ovation for their stirring performance.

Much hugging, kissing and handshaking occured after the show, followed by a photo op by parents and well wishers.  It was a night to remember, a great way to bridge the generational gap, and to be of service to such talented children.