Former Idol Winner Coming To Rocky Mount

Save

Posted: 6:51 AM Jan 3, 2008
Last Updated: 7:02 AM Jan 3, 2008
Reporter: Heather King

5 comments

A | A | A

The American Idol winner from 2003, Ruben Studdard, is scheduled to perform a concert in Rocky Mount. Studdard's appearance is the crown jewel of “A Night of Youth Recognition” on Thursday, January 31. The "Idol" winner will perform at the Dunn Center of the Performing Arts located on the campus of North Carolina Wesleyan College.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Nash/Edgecombe petitioned Studdard to perform at their 2008 Youth of the Year: Sailing to New Heights Celebration. Studdard held membership in the Hueytown Unit of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Alabama as a child.

Chief Professional Officer of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Nash/Edgecombe Counties, Theresa Shaw, said: “We are beyond excitement at this point. Our youth have never had anything like this before. The fact that we are able to provide them with this sort of star power is a strong testament to the level of community support we have; and for that we are truly thankful.”

Tickets can be purchased for $25.00 at the Belk Box Office at the Dunn Center. The box office is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, at (252) 985-5197 or online at boxoffice@ncwc.edu.

More Stories
Fireworks Truck Explodes On Ocracoke Island, People Injured

Happy Fourth Of July!

July 4th Fireworks In Eastern Carolina

Children Of Soldiers Killed Overseas To Be Honored

Camp Lejeune Welcomes New Citizens On July Fourth

Army Post In NC Hosting July 4th Celebration

Free Fishing On The Fourth In NC

Roommate Of Suspect Charged With Rape Of Four Year-Old Talks To WITN

Comments are posted from viewers like you and do not always reflect the views of this station.

Posted by: melony Location: kinston on Jan 7, 2008 at 02:39 PM
I think its a nice suggestion that Mr. Studdard is coming to benefit the Girls/ Boys Club, but I think he should donate some of the proceeds or do the concert for Free. The cost is pretty reasonable some celebrities would've charge more for the price of admission. I hope it will be worth the cost.

Posted by: Brad Location: Winterville on Jan 4, 2008 at 12:20 PM
I'm going to take a guess and say the majority of the kids that go to the Boys & Girls Club can't afford a $25 ticket( or parents won't pay it). Noble cause but not well thought out. Have to agree with Steve on this one.

Posted by: Steve Location: Rocky Mount on Jan 4, 2008 at 08:48 AM
Who gives a *$%#. If he were truly performing for the kids, he would not have agreed to the outrageous $25 per ticket tag.

Posted by: gg Location: greenville on Jan 3, 2008 at 03:53 PM
$25 I hope there will be a lot of donations so the kids that this event is for may get to see him.

Posted by: cj Location: Gig Harbor on Jan 3, 2008 at 01:38 PM
I wish I lived near you all to see this concert. I have seen Ruben perform once, and it was spectacular. Everyone that goes to this event is in for a real treat.

Most Viewed
1.	Roommate Of Suspect Charged With Rape Of Four Year-Old Talks To WITN
2.	Fireworks Truck Explodes On Ocracoke Island, People Injured
3.	Report: Sarah Palin Announces Resignation
4.	Services Held Today For Victims; Reward Offered In Case
5.	UPDATED: Mom Released From Jail After Authorities Find Filthy Home
6.	UPDATE: Children At Local Nudist Resort
7.	July 4th Fireworks In Eastern Carolina
8.	Police: Serial Killer On Loose Near SC-NC Border
9.	Civil Rights Leaders Raise Concerns Over Race Issues Following Shooting
10.	Crash In New Bern Sends Three To Hospital

Services Held Today For Victims; Reward Offered In Case
735 Comments

NEW INFO: Washington Fire-Rescue-EMS Chief Speaks Out
306 Comments

Civil Rights Leaders Raise Concerns Over Race Issues Following Shooting
181 Comments

NEW INFO: Murder Warrant In Deadly 100+ MPH Crash
159 Comments

Correctional Officers Charged With Beating Inmate With Baton
84 Comments

Report: Sarah Palin Announces Resignation
83 Comments

Hey, read the rules!

Click one of the pictures below to see more or to upload your own photos and videos.

	CarSoup Search inventory from local dealers and private sellers.

	Rental Guide Video tours to help you find your next apartment.

	Double Dollar Deals Save 50% from local merchants.

	Classifieds THE place to buy and sell items. Most ads free.

	Experts Got a question? Ask Eastern Carolina's Experts.

	Business Break Two minutes of info from local businesses.

	Attorneys On Call Free legal information on a variety of topics.

	Video Home Tours Tour Eastern Carolina homes from your computer.