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Bill Cosby, Mark Nadler, Chita Rivera Set for Laugh, Sing, Dance Benefit

Chita Rivera
(© David Gordon)
Chita Rivera
(© David Gordon)

Bill Cosby, Mark Nadler, and Chita Rivera will perform in Laugh, Sing, Dance, a benefit concet for for New York’s at-risk kids, to be held at Town Hall on Thursday, October 13.

One of the world’s foremost comedians and actors, Cosby is best known for his television work, including The Cosby Show. He starred in the film version of Neil Simon’s play California Suite, and his other film credits include , and Ghost Dad.

Nadler’s Broadway credits include Dame Edna: The Royal Tour, and The Sheik of Avenue “B”. He has also performed at Carnegie Hall with the New York Pops Orchestra, at the New York City’s Town Hall, and he has played in almost every significant nightclub in both New York City and Los Angeles.

Rivera’s many Broadway credits include Chita Rivera: The Dancer’s Life, The Rink, Kiss of the Spider Woman, Bring Back Birdie, Chicago, Merlin, Bye Bye Birdie, Sweet Charity and West Side Story.

100% of ticket sales will benefit ART START, and will help fund the organization’s mission of providing the underprivileged children of New York with confidence, creativity and hope through the arts.

Tickets are priced at $35 to $150. To purchase, call 800-982-2787. For more information, www.art-start.org.