RitzFest at the Historic Ritz Theater in Newberry
Friday, January 31 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
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Join the In Crowd at RitzFest 2024, taking place on Saturday, February 1, at the Ritz Theater on Main Street in Downtown Newberry. RitzFest is not just a musical extravaganza; it’s a heartfelt initiative aiming to raise at least $3,000 for suicide prevention.
In response to the alarming statistics highlighted in the CDC’s WISQARS National Data Report from 2019, where suicide ranks as the third leading cause of death among 10-24-year-olds in South Carolina, RitzFest is dedicated to making a positive impact. The Jason Flatt Act, signed into law in 2012 by Governor Nikki Haley, plays a crucial role in providing suicide awareness training to public school teachers in South Carolina through the Jason Foundation (JFI).
The festivities kick off with RitzFest Eve on Friday, January 31 , from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, featuring a diverse array of theater performances: coming soon!
On RitzFest day, Saturday, February 1, the benefit concert runs from 12:00 to 7:00 PM. Local celebrities, including the Mayor, Sheriff, and Fire Chiefs, will serve as emcees, delivering brief public service announcements on suicide prevention before introducing each act.
RitzFest is not just a musical celebration; it’s a collective effort to make a positive impact on suicide prevention and awareness. Come together, enjoy the music, and contribute to this important cause.
For more information, visit https://theritzfest.org/faq or call 803-271-0494!