Todd Ellison & Friends

A Fundraiser for Community Music School and Essex Veterans Memorial Hall

Presented by Community Music School

Join us for this special evening with acclaimed Broadway music director/pianist (and Essex native) Todd Ellison and his star-studded roster of friends as they celebrate the music of Broadway! This fabulous afternoon will benefit equally the work of two beloved Essex non-profit organizations: Community Music School and Essex Veterans Memorial Hall.

Click here to make a donation  to support Community Music School and Essex Veterans Memorial Hall!

Featured Artists

Broadway star Ross Lekites brings world-class talent to Community Music School! A veteran of Frozen, Tina, Kinky Boots, The Music Man, and Parade, Ross has also appeared in Schmigadoon, Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Wicked, and Frozen 2. He’s performed with major orchestras worldwide and is a proud dad of two.

Shannon Rugani is a powerhouse singer-songwriter, composer, and producer blending pop, electronic, and classical music. A former San Francisco Ballet dancer and original Broadway cast member of An American in Paris, she brings rare depth to every note. Her recent work includes new ballet scores, film, and motherhood.