Newtown, CT -- The talented actress, singer, and writer Molly Ringwald, will perform as part of a special concert in Newtown, CT to benefit Ben’s Lighthouse, the Newtown non-profit organization. Ms. Ringwald will join Francine Wheeler and other notable local talents on the main stage of Newtown’s venerable Edmond Town Hall.

Molly Ringwald has not only left an indelible mark on the worlds of film, theatre, and television, but has also made a significant impact on the music industry with her captivating vocals and jazz performances.

Joining the evening of performances to support Ben’s Lighthouse in Newtown underscores Molly’s commitment to supporting worthy community-based causes, and this benefit concert, organized in partnership with local sponsors, aims to raise funds and awareness for Ben Lighthouse, whose mission is dedicated to empower children and teens to develop the self-awareness, empathy and social connections they need to find and share their own light through mentorship, puppetry, and the arts.

Guests can anticipate a heartwarming evening filled with musical excellence, as Molly Ringwald brings her distinctive charm and talent to the historic stage at Edmond Town Hall. In addition to Molly, the benefit concert will include local favorites Francine Wheeler, Jim Allen and more.

Tickets for this special evening are available for purchase here.

A variety of ticket packages, including VIP options, are offered to ensure an unforgettable experience for all attendees.

"We are thrilled and honored to welcome Molly to Newtown for this benefit evening,” said Francine Wheeler, Creative Director of Ben’s Lighthouse. "Her generosity in supporting our cause is so wonderful, and we are grateful that she’s coming to join our special evening.”

Proceeds from the concert will go directly to Ben’s Lighthouse, enabling them to continue their work in Newtown and beyond, including the original program The Isle of Skoo!™ This event offers a unique opportunity for supporters of Ben’s Lighthouse and lovers of music to come together for a memorable evening of music and philanthropy.

For additional inquiries or information please contact: Shannon D’Amico, Administrative Director, [email protected].

About Molly Ringwald: Molly Ringwald is an actor, singer, and author. Her extensive film credits include Paul Mazursky's Tempest, the iconic John Hughes’ films, Sixteen Candles, Pretty in Pink and The Breakfast Club, and most recently, the short film Bad Things which premiered at the 2023 Tribeca Film Festival, Ryan Murphy's miniseries "Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story", and Murphy's upcoming anthology series "Feud", as well as the indie film All These Small Moments and Netflix’s The Kissing Booth. On stage, Ringwald has starred in numerous Broadway productions, including Cabaret, Enchanted April, and Sweet Charity, and her television credits include the hit series Riverdale.

Her essays have appeared in The New York Times, The New Yorker, Vogue, Marie-Claire, and The Guardian. Her most recent New Yorker essay, "What About the Breakfast Club?" revisits the movies of her youth in the age of #MeToo. She is the author of two books, Getting the Pretty Back and When It Happens to You: A Novel in Stories, and the translator of two books: the award-winning, best-selling French novel, Lie With Me, by Philippe Besson, and My Cousin Maria Schneider: A Memoir by Vanessa Schneider.

Long before she became a Golden Globe nominated actress and respected author, however, Molly Ringwald was singing. She started performing with her pianist father and his Fulton Street Jazz Band when she was three and has never stopped. In 2013, Concord released her debut jazz album, Except Sometimes. Molly recently appeared at the legendary jazz club in Manhattan, Birdland, where she recorded a live album. Since the release of Except Sometimes, she and her band have performed over 250 concerts in 7 countries.

Date: November 11, 2023.

Time: 7pm — doors open at 6pm.

Venue: Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main Street, Newtown, CT.

General Seating – $75.00 | VIP Seating – $500.00. Event tickets can be purchased at: www.showtix4u.com/event-details/75842.

For details https://www.edmondtownhall.org/event/bens-lighthouse-benefit-concert-featuring-molly-ringwald/.

About Ben’s Lighthouse:
Ben’s Lighthouse is a non-profit organization, based in Newtown, Connecticut, which began as a grassroots organization following the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Founded to honor 6-year old Benjamin Wheeler, Ben’s enthusiasm for life – and his love of lighthouses – is the energy that is carried on through the work of the organization. Our mission drives us to foster all children’s potential to build a more compassionate and connected world. Ben’s Lighthouse offers Francine Wheeler’s original program The Isle of Skoo™ which helps kids and teens develop empathy, self-awareness and social connection. The lighthouses that Ben loved provide the perfect metaphor that guides our work. Through music, puppetry and mentorship, participants are encouraged to find and share their own light – to stand tall and shine bright! Since its inception, the charity has been dedicated to making a positive impact in the Newtown community and beyond, serving over two thousand young people so far.