Raffi Celebrates 40 Years Of Singable Songs at The State Theatre

Raffi, North America's preeminent family entertainer, turns 70 this year, and he is marking the occasion with a new album and a series of #belugagrads concerts. It's been 40 years since the release of Singable Songs for the Very Young, and he wants to celebrate with his U.S. fans.

Raffi is a singer, songwriter, producer, author, lecturer, and tireless advocate for children. He is best known for his work as a children's entertainer and advocate whose string of gold and platinum-selling recordings includes his iconic song, "Baby Beluga," Once called "the most popular children's singer in the English-speaking world" (Washington Post) and "Canada's all-time children's champion" (Toronto Star), Raffi is also a recipient of the Order of Canada and the United Nations' Earth Achievement Award. He has published three books for adults and holds four honorary degrees.

Raffi's tour will make a stop at the State Theatre on Sunday, October 28 at 1PM. Tickets are $78.50 (VIP M&G)/$42.50/$32.50 and can be purchased by visiting the State Theatre Box Office, 453 Northampton Street, Easton, by calling 1-800-999-STATE, 610.252.3132 or online at www.statetheatre.org. The show is presented by Right Angle Entertainment. This is an Outside Promoter event. Member Benefits & Gift Cards do not apply.

Tickets will go on sale at the State Theatre Box Office on Friday, April 27 at 10 AM.

Raffi has never advertised to children or made any commercial endorsements aimed at kids. His commitment to treating his young fans with respect changed society's outlook on music made for children. His latest albums (on Rounder Records) include Owl Singalong and Best of Raffi, and he plans a new album release this summer.

"I love singing with and for children and families," says Raffi. "In 2018, I look forward to hearing more 'Beluga Grads' and their kids singing favorites like "Baby Beluga," "Down By The Bay," "Bananaphone!" plus more from my recent Best of Raffi album."

In 2010, Raffi founded the non-profit Centre for Child Honouring. With the motto "Respecting Earth & Child," the Centre is at the heart of a global movement that views honoring children as the best way to create sustainable, peacemaking societies. For more about Raffi or the Centre, visit www.raffinews.com or www.childhonouring.org.

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