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Comedian Tom Cotter To Perform At Fundraiser In Fairfield

All proceeds from "CARE to Laugh: Tom Cotter" will go directly to support Connecticut-based nonprofit Circle of Care.

"CARE to Laugh: Tom Cotter," a fundraising event for Circle of Care, is scheduled for April 3 at the Sacred Heart University Community Theatre in Fairfield.
"CARE to Laugh: Tom Cotter," a fundraising event for Circle of Care, is scheduled for April 3 at the Sacred Heart University Community Theatre in Fairfield. (Renee Schiavone/Patch file photo)

News release from Circle of Care:

FAIRFIELD, CT — Enjoy a memorable night of comedy and inspiration featuring America's Got Talent finalist Tom Cotter at Sacred Heart University Community Theatre in Fairfield on Thursday, April 3. All proceeds from "CARE to Laugh: Tom Cotter" will go directly to support Connecticut-based nonprofit Circle of Care in providing critical financial and emotional assistance to local families of children in treatment for cancer.


The event will start at 7 PM on April 3 for pre-show cocktails and snacks in the lobby at Sacred Heart University Community Theatre, followed by the performance at 8 PM.

Tom Cotter has taken the comedy scene by storm since becoming the breakout star from Season 7 of “America's Got Talent." He has also appeared on "The Tonight Show," "Last Comic Standing," his very own "Comedy Central Presents...Tom Cotter," "The Howard Stern Show", and CBS” "The Late Late Show."

This is Circle of Care’s second CARE to Laugh benefit event. “We are thrilled to bring our community together for another night of laughter and impact with CARE to Laugh. Comedy has a unique way of uplifting spirits, and with Tom Cotter’s incredible talent, we hope not only to entertain but also raise critical funds to support families facing childhood cancer.” – Liz Vega, Circle of Care’s Co-Executive Director

Guests who purchase VIP tickets will enjoy preferred seating, meet Tom Cotter after the show, and receive admission to the event’s after-party.

Tickets are on sale at: https://shucommunitytheatre.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=292&fbclid=IwY2xjawIIihdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHa-1A_iKqfO-hDRNikk-BvMSA6n76ifWu_cNcVPT0Iz4sny-DMISdjQaFg_aem_VDNfak4BIc-T7jJicWhtsg

About Circle of Care
Founded in 2003 by parents of pediatric cancer survivors, their mission is to ease the emotional and financial burden of a childhood cancer diagnosis. Their programs and services are designed to meet the unique and challenging needs of patients and families throughout their cancer journey - from day one of diagnosis, during treatment, and wherever the journey leads. They have helped over 3,800 families throughout Connecticut, Southwestern Massachusetts, and Westchester County with varied programs such as day-of-diagnosis care bags, dream room makeovers, and Financial Assistance, a vital resource for these families.

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— Flyer from Circle of Care and Jeffrey Salguero