An Evening with Pfund
May 13th, 20th, 27th
As we continue with Shelter in Place directives and establish new ways to communicate and spend time together, Pfund Foundation would like to invite you to spend some time with us, and a few of our friends. We will be hosting three virtual performances sure to create connection while maintaining social distancing. Whether open or closed we are always here to support. We’ve done so through scholarships, through COVID rapid release funds, and now through a bit of entertainment to lift your spirits. Join us May 13th, 20th and 27th, and let’s laugh, enjoy great music, and appreciate life.
May 13, 2020 | 7PM CST
Jessica Kirson is a powerhouse on stage. Jessica’s act is a hilariously relatable performance of sheer silliness, vulnerability and ridiculous characters, with a timing that will keep you laughing. Her countless comedic character videos have racked up over 30 million views on social media. Her audience is multigenerational creating an excuse for large groups of friends and families to spend a night out together.
This year, Jessica will be featured playing herself on the HBO series Crashing with Pete Holmes. She recently served as a consultant, producer and writer as well as acted in Robert De Niro’s film “The Comedian.” She has appeared on “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon”, “The View, and “Kevin Can Wait.” She was recently awarded “Best Female Comic” by the MAC association in New York City and received the prestigious Nightlife Award for “Best Stand-up Comedian.”
May 20, 2020 | 7PM CST
If you’re a fan of the acclaimed theater production Marie & Rosetta, or had plans to see it this spring, this is an event you don’t want to miss. Performing the music of the theatrical production are the on-stage artists.
Three-time Grammy Award Winner, Jamecia Bennet, is a multi-talented singer, songwriter, actress, and producer. When she is not gigging with her R&B band “Maxx Band”, you can find her singing with the original Grammy Award-winning Sounds of Blackness. She has also provided background vocals for some of the biggest names in the business including Sting, Janet Jackson, Jennifer Holliday, Aretha Franklin, Luther Vandross, Minnesota’s own Prince – and a host of others.
RAJANÉ KATURAH is a 2017 Graduate of Spelman College earning a B.A. in Theatre. She relocated to the Twin Cities to become a Performing Apprentice at the Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) and is currently their newest Company Member. During her career, Rajané has graced stages such as; Ordway Center for Performing Arts, Ten Thousand Things, Penumbra Theatre, Park Square Theatre and the Old Globe Theatre. She is very excited to participate in her first virtual concert and share the stage with one of her faves
June 10, 2020 | 7PM CST
SANFORD MOORE is a composer, pianist, arranger and producer. He is perhaps most noted as the founder, director and arranger for the award-winning vocal jazz ensemble Moore by Four. He has traveled extensively with his ensemble doing concerts and workshops in the US, Europe and Japan, and has shared the stage with such notable jazz artists as Bobby McFerrin, Harry Connick, Jr., the late Joe Williams, Sarah Vaughn, Dizzy Gillespie and Carmen McRae.
RONNIE ALLEN is a singer, songwriter, and member of the 3x Grammy award-winning Sounds of Blackness. His performances include the televised Prince Tribute at Target Center during the Timberwolves halftime show, US senator Amy Klobuchar’s presidential candidacy announcement, and the Minnesota Twins diversity day at Target field. He has also sung background vocals for former Prince vocalist Shelby J and performed with the North Dakota Orchestra. Ronnie is also currently acting alongside Greta Oglesby and T. Michael Rambo in the theatrical favorite, Thunder Knocking on the Door.