Singer/Showman ROB RUSSELL to Receive NSAL Lifetime Achievement Award at The Wick Theatre
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BOCA RATON, Fla. - Floridant -- (Boca Raton, FL – January 29, 2026) The National Society of Arts and Letters (NSAL) Florida will hold its annual spectacular fundraiser Celebrate the Arts at The Wick Theatre's immersive Museum Club on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 6 pm. The dazzling evening, which champions young talent, will honor Palm Beach social and cultural icon Rob Russell with NSAL's Lifetime Achievement Award.

This amazing event will be Co-chaired by NSAL leaders Arlene Herson and Shari Upbin, with Marilynn Wick serving as Honorary Chair. Tickets are $375 and include a lavish dinner and entertainment programming. The Wick Theatre & Costume Museum is located at 7901 N. Federal Hwy. in Boca Raton 33487.

Celebrate the Arts is the cornerstone of NSAL Florida's annual fundraising efforts, providing scholarships and financial awards that allow young artists to advance their careers, attend prestigious training programs, and compete at the national level. The gala underscores the Florida nonprofit's over 40-year history and the National organization's 70-year legacy of nurturing talent across the nation.

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Shari Upbin, NSAL Florida Board member and event co-chair, emphasized the critical need for philanthropic support in maintaining the pipeline of talent.

"NSAL Florida is more than just an organization; it's a vital lifeline for young people dedicated to the arts," said Upbin. "In an environment where arts funding is perpetually fragile, every donation we receive is an investment in a budding artist's future, ensuring they have the resources and mentorship needed to turn their immense promise into professional success."

This year's gala will shine a spotlight on Rob Russell, known throughout South Florida as a legendary cabaret performer and cultural ambassador. The evening will be filled with musical performances by many of Rob's acclaimed cabaret friends.

Reflecting on the choice of honoree and the importance of the event, co-chair and renowned television host Arlene Herson stated, "Rob Russell is truly wonderful—a genuine champion of classic American music and a bright presence in our community."

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"Celebrate the Arts is essential because it validates the dreams of these young artists and provides the financial backing that transforms emerging talent into sustainable careers. It's an evening where every ticket purchased directly fuels the cultural landscape of tomorrow," Herson added.

During the evening, a couple of outstanding NSAL Florida scholarship and competition winners will also perform. To learn more about the organization, visit www.nsalflorida.org.

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Celebrate the Arts Promo with Rob Russell

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