NEPA Sings: Meet the contestants

Meet the contestants: Kelly Lynn Vinnacombe

As a social worker, 30-year-old Kelly knows firsthand the needs of children in the foster care system.

“Children who go through being placed in foster care are experiencing something very traumatic,” Kelly said. “They need a CASA to help them overcome these trying times, and if this event benefits CASA and these children, then I could not be more proud to be involved.”

A lover of Broadway-style ballads, Kelly has been singing since she was little and even taught herself to play the guitar in high school.

Kelly, who is getting married in September of this year, said she’s honored to have been chosen for the finale.

To enjoy a night of music with Kelly and our 11 other contestants, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nepa-sings-finals-tickets-43246616795 or call (570) 855-2247 to purchase your tickets.

NEPA Sings: Meet the contestants

Meet the contestants: Richard C. Kraus

For Richard, 18, his love of music was realized while pursuing his love of acting. While looking for ways to perform, he discovered musicals and “fell in love with it.”

To be able to use his talents as a performer to help kids in need is “amazing,” he said.

“Being part of an event that gives so many kids a voice means the world to me,” he said. “I know what it’s like to not have a voice in small-scale, petty, overall stupid and important things, and I can’t even imagine what it’s like to be silenced in a much more serious, life-changing scenario. It feels amazing to play even a small role in ensuring these kids find a safe home.”

To see Richard and our 11 other contestants perform for a great cause, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nepa-sings-finals-tickets-43246616795 or call (570) 855-2247 to purchase your tickets.