Singers, musicians to raise voice for autism

YOUNGSTOWN

The Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, will host an event, “Angelo Babbaro and Friends: Raising Our Voices for The Rich Center for Autism,” on April 3. There will be a matinee at 2 p.m. and evening performance at 7.

Angelo Babbaro and a Youngstown All-Star Band led by Tom Ruggieri will welcome special guest performers Dennis Colla, Cassie Mosure-Oles, Judy Castronova and Rachel Ruggieri. The performance will be in the musical style of Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack.

The event will observe Autism Awareness Month. All proceeds benefit the Rich Center, which provides therapy, education and support at no cost to the families of its students.

Reservations are available in advance by calling the Playhouse at 330-788-8739 or visiting the box office during regular hours.