For 13 years, hopeful young Riverhead singers have dreamed of being named ‘Riverhead Idol.’
But this Sunday marks the final opportunity for the budding young vocalists to take to the stage and make their musical Idol dream come true.
The Recreation Department has decided to close production and make this the final season, just as American Idol, the inspiration behind this local musical event, is in its final year.
On Sunday, May 22, 2016 “Riverhead Idol… the Final Season” will be held at the Riverhead Senior Center, 60 Shade Tree Lane, Riverhead at 2 p.m. and will be followed by an after-party for the families and guests of participants.
“On behalf of the Riverhead Town Board, I urge all residents to please join us at the final Riverhead Idol to support our young singers,” Supervisor Sean M. Walter said. “It’s a community-oriented event that demonstrates the tremendous talents of Riverhead’s youth,” he continued. “Events like this showcase the amazing skills of Riverhead’s young people and leave me hopeful that the future of Riverhead is indeed bright.”
Eighteen talented teens will be performing in the singing competition where prizes will be given to the winners: Lillian Bennett, Sarah Brennan, Victoria Flynn, Lorecy Franco, Kathleen Gregory, Laniece Hutley, Shay Jackson, Lily Kutner, Abby Lehman, Morgan McLean, Madison Payne, Natalia Rahim, Lia Schellinger, Alexis Schmidt, Kaitlin Schmidt, Emma Spear, Marina Tedesco, Marissa Tedesco
“We are fortunate to have a seemingly bottomless well of talent in our town – young people who are committed to the arts, who have grown our show, bringing it to life,” Parks & Recreation Superintendent Ray Coyne said. Plans are being made for a “Riverhead’s Got Talent” show beginning next year, where various talents, including singing, will be showcased.
Riverhead Idol committee thanks all contestants and judges, past and present, for their time and talents making this show a success for all residents to enjoy. They also encourage all to attend this last, final show of Riverhead Idol.
Tickets to the show are $12 in advance by calling the Recreation Dept. at (631) 727-5744. Tickets will also be sold at the door for $15. For more information, please call Liz Flood at (631) 722-4444 x700.
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