Jackson, Wyo. — Center for the Arts will host its community-focused Annual Benefit Concert on Monday, June 26, featuring acclaimed musician Cory Wong and his band.
For the third year, the Benefit will be held outdoors in The Center Park. The evening will focus on celebration, connection and community, offering the opportunity for everyone to kick off the summer together.
“The Annual Benefit is our only fundraising event of the year,” says Executive Director Marty Camino. “We’re continuing to build on previous years’ success of moving the event outdoors and welcoming the whole community to our annual celebration. We’re excited to see our Annual Benefit become a staple community event.”
Cory Wong is a Grammy-nominated guitarist, producer and composer who has been touring worldwide to sold out shows. He’s also a member of Vulfpeck & Fearless Flyers. Cory has made numerous appearances on Late Night with Stephen Colbert, including stints as a guest performer and sitting in with Jon Batiste’s house band, and hosts his own podcast called Wong Notes (Cory Wong X Premier Guitar). In 2021, Cory opened the year up by introducing his biggest project to date, Cory and the Wongnotes Variety Show. The show is a true reflection of his amazing vision and passion for music, comedy and high-end content. It’s clean, fresh and perfectly timed.
“Cory Wong is one of the most exciting musicians and collaborators on the scene today, and this is sure to be an event you don’t want to miss,” Camino says.
Tickets to the event are $50 and will go on sale on April 19. The event will feature food and drinks for purchase.
Center for the Arts is a much-needed home for 20 independent arts and education nonprofits that have both a local and regional presence. Sustaining the 80,000 square foot facility and outdoor spaces is critical to these organizations and the local arts community.
“Proceeds from the fundraiser allow us to provide a community campus solely dedicated to arts programming for community members of all ages,” says Board Chair David Hopkins. “This fundraiser is core to allowing The Center to continue its mission throughout the year.”
The success of The Center Benefit depends on the generosity of donors. For individuals and businesses interested in becoming benefactors or sponsors, please contact Development Director Anne Ladd at anneladd@jhcenterforthearts.org or 307-734-8956 x131.
The Center is grateful for the support of their Gold level sponsor, First Republic Bank. Their commitment is integral to The Center’s ability to serve our community.
