Paris, Tenn.–Entertainer Sammy Goldstein will be returning to his hometown of Paris to perform a fundraising concert at the Paris Academy for the Arts, Saturday, April 23.

The concert is at 7 p.m., Saturday, April 23, with a reception to follow.

Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at Lura Lee’s at 112 E. Washington Street and at Cowart Reese Sargent, CPAs, 1205 E. Wood Street.

Known for his vast repertoire of songs and audience interaction, Goldstein has a special evening planned for the cabaret-style performance at the Academy’s Ray Harding Lunchroom. Featuring a variety of music spanning 50 years, the show will include some Broadway tunes, Gershwin and Cole Porter classics–even some 1970’s pop, interlaced with some Goldstein-style comedy of course.

“Among many things,” he said, “it will be light-hearted and fun.”

With only 100 tickets available for sale, the setting for the limited-seating venue could not be more appropriate. Several capital projects for the building’s restoration are planned, including a new roof for the Ray Harding Lunchroom, which is already underway.

“It’s a special place. I love performing at the school and the intimacy of its smaller setting,” Goldstein said. “I feel a closer connection with the audience, and the audience engagement always makes it a truly unique experience.”

Proceeds from the concert will directly benefit the Paris Academy Association with building restoration expenses and continued development of arts classes and related programs. The Academy offers classes in pottery, visual and performing arts, music, dance, quilting and sewing, among others.

Maintenance and restoration projects are never-ending for the historic building, long-known to the community as Lee School.

“We are grateful to Sammy and our sponsors,” according to Suzanne Richter, Academy Association Treasurer. “The building is a community landmark, and the support of our sponsors and the community helps us continue our mission of maintaining the building and supporting the Arts in our community.”

Additional community support comes from local Boy Scout Troop 28 led by Matt Hayes, who will be helping set up the event.

Event sponsors: Carroll Bank & Trust, CBTC Investments,Cowart Reese Sargent, CPAs, David Travis DDS, David Travis Jr., Drs. Coleman and Townsend, Joe Mahan Ford, John T. VanDyck III, MD, Silverwood Cabinetry, and Wimberley Agency.

For additional information regarding the Sammy Goldstein Concert or the Academy for the Arts, call 731-642-3411 or visit our website, https://www.schoolforarts.org/