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Alabama School of Fine Arts Foundation

Presentation Grant

Alabama School of Fine Arts Foundation

Recipient Information

Location

Birmingham, Alabama

Project Title

Ruben Studdard

Year of Award

2023

Grant or Fellowship

Presentation Grants

Grant Amount

$6,375

Grammy Nominee, and American Idol star, Ruben Studdard returns to his hometown of Birmingham, AL with two Public Performances (and an educational masterclass) from the stage of the Dorothy Jemison Day Theatre, presented by the ASFA Foundation at the Alabama School of Fine Arts. This production marks the hometown premiere of the Ruben Studdard Sings Luther Vandross Tour (suspended by Covid). The show is an exploration of the work of African-American legendary vocalist Luther Vandross.