Fundraiser at Soka

VSA California presents Marleena Barber’s one-woman cabaret show, “Thank You for the Music,” on Sat., June 9, 4:00 p.m., at Soka University in Aliso Viejo. Proceeds from the show will benefit people with disabilities.

Established in 1986, VSA (Very Special Arts) California is a statewide nonprofit arts and education organization.

Marleena Barber’s cabaret show tells the story of her life growing up legally blind with Albinism and how music played a vital role in her journey to believing in herself. Featured at the 2010 International VSA Festival, produced by the Kennedy Center, the show is an inspiring piece that reaches across all ages, encouraging audiences to live their dreams despite any challenges they may face.

In addition to performing, Barber directs Braille Institute’s Johnny Mercer Children’s Choir and is active in serving on VSA California’s Board of Directors where she continues to advocate for the disabled arts community. Proceeds from the concert will support the work of VSA California, whose mission is “to provide arts, educational and cultural opportunities by, with, and for people with disabilities, making the arts inclusive and accessible to people of all abilities.”
Tickets cost $20.00. To purchase tickets, call (949) 480-4278.

Location of the concert is the Black Box Theatre, Soka Performing Arts Center, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, http://www.performingarts.soka.edu/news_events/events/default.aspx