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Jimmie Allen concerts raises money for Beacon PTO

Jimmie Allen and Highway One Companies present a check for $20,000 to Beacon Middle School from the proceeds of two sold-out concerts Dec. 16-17 at the Rusty Rudder and the Bottle & Cork. Shown are (l-r) Allen; Vikki Walls, Highway One promoter; Stephanie Mastrangelo, Beacon PTO president; David Frederick, Beacon principal; Julie Stevenson, Beacon PTO treasurer; Meggin Holtzclaw, Rusty Rudder general manager; and Kelsey Murphy, Highway One artist liaison. DAN COOK PHOTOS
Dan Cook
December 22, 2022

Country music superstar Jimmie Allen raised $20,000 for the Beacon Middle School PTO at two sold-out concerts Dec. 16-17 at the Rusty Rudder and Bottle & Cork in Dewey Beach.

On Friday, Allen performed in front of an under-21 packed house of students at the Rudder. The 2004 Cape Henlopen High School grad stayed after the show to give autographs and take pictures with his young fans, including some who had his book “My Voice Is a Trumpet” to sign.

Allen told his young fans that lower Delaware is his favorite place to visit and the Bettie James Fest is his favorite place to perform. 

“We are so grateful to Jimmie Allen for donating proceeds from these events to Beacon Middle School,” said Beacon PTO President Stephanie Mastrangelo. “It is a win-win for everyone in our community in that not only do our local schools benefit, but we are able to enjoy his music and talent right here in our hometown with our family and friends. As parents, we are constantly trying to teach our children how to be good people, and Jimmie is someone that all our kids can look up to as a role model, as well as just loving and enjoying his music. He is an inspiration to our kids, but also the parents with how he constantly gives back to others and gives a sense of hope for all to pursue their dreams.” 

Allen returned Saturday with his full band for an over-21 concert at the Cork.

 

Jimmie Allen performs his hit “Best Shot” during the Friday night acoustic show for the school-aged fans.
Jimmie Allen sings “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas.”
Jimmie Allen answered questions throughout his Friday night concert for young fans.
A young fan captures a video to remember.
Jimmie Allen jokes with the audience of young students at Friday’s concert.
Courtney Biggers takes a selfie with Jimmie Allen, her daughter Nora, and her grandmother Liz Zehner.
Jimmie Allen sings to the young audience at Friday’s performance for the under-21 crowd.
Jimmie Allen stayed until all autographs were signed.
Jimmie Allen sings a hit at the Saturday night over-21 concert at the Bottle & Cork.
Jimmie Allen sings “Make Me Want To.”
Jimmie Allen sings “Be Alright” and shows what landed him a role on Dancing with the Stars.
Jimmie Allen sings “Lose You.”
Jimmie Allen wails out a song from his new album “Tulip Drive.”
Jimmie Allen performs to a sold-out crowd at the Bottle & Cork Dec. 17.
Jimmie Allen sings a tune from his hit album “Tulip Drive.”
Jimmie Allen shows some dance moves during the sold-out concert.
Jimmie Allen’s grandfather William Jefferson watches with pride at every concert he can take in.

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