Michael Franti & Spearhead Trio Light Up The Ridgefield Playhouse Summer Gala on August 22

August 8, 2021

Michael Franti is bringing the “Sound of Sunshine” to The Ridgefield Playhouse Summer Gala on Sunday, August 22! Best known for hits like “Say Hey (I Love You)” “I’m Alive,” “I’ll Be Waiting” and “The Sound of Sunshine,” Michael Franti and Spearhead Trio will showcase their signature blend of hip-hop with funk, reggae, jazz, folk, and rock with their brand new “Good Day For A Good Day World Tour.”

For gala ticket holders, the night kicks off at 5:30pm with a pre-show cocktail party, open bar and silent auction. The gala, which benefits The Playhouse (a non-profit, 501 (c) (3)), will feature bites prepared by local restaurants – including TerraSole, Gallo of Ridgefield and others. Fabulous silent auction items will be available to bid on during the gala outside, under the tent. Michael Franti & Spearhead Trio will perform in the theater at 7:30pm. Michael Franti & Spearhead Trio is part of Pepsi Rock Series powered by Xfinity.

The Ridgefield Playhouse is grateful for the support of Diamond Sponsors: Elke & Lyle Katz; Sapphire Sponsors: Berisford, Rabinowitz, Ross and Stockel Families; Gold Sponsors: Rachel & Joe Sondheimer, Eric Diefenbach & JK Brown; Silver Sponsors: Lindsey & Garry Berger.

Michael Franti is a globally recognized musician, humanitarian, activist, and award-winning filmmaker. He is revered for his high-energy live shows, inspiring music, devotion to health and wellness, worldwide philanthropic efforts, and the power of optimism. His hit singles and albums regularly top Billboard rankings, such as Stay Human Vol. II debuted at No. 1 on both Americana and Independent Album charts and received critical acclaim from Billboard, USA Today and more. In addition to music, Franti has produced “Stay Human,” a self-directed documentary that won an array of awards at film festivals worldwide. He also and founded ‘Do It For The Love,’ a wish-granting non-profit that helps bring people living with life-threatening illnesses, children with severe challenges and wounded veterans to live concerts to experience the healing power of music.

So - In the spirit of giving back and ensuring the arts have a home in our community for years to come, please support The Ridgefield Playhouse at our Summer Gala. Come and join us in enjoying Michael Franti & Spearhead’s rousing concert, as we toast 20 successful years and look forward with excitement to 20 more

For more information or to purchase touchless print at home ticket ($175: Gala ticket includes pre-show cocktail party & performance, $90 performance only) go online at www.ridgefieldplayhouse.org or, you can visit or call the box office (203) 438-5795.

The Ridgefield Playhouse is a non-profit performing arts center located at 80 East Ridge, parallel to Main Street, Ridgefield, CT and is committed to keeping the arts alive and available to all.